Couples Therapy

Who I Treat

Couples Therapy

Couples counseling focuses on improving relationship satisfaction and conflict resolution between couples by modifying dysfunctional behavior, decreasing emotional avoidance, and improving communication.

It is very common to have relationship problems. It’s important to acknowledge that seeking therapy does not mean failure. You might be seeking couples therapy due to disconnection and distance, infidelity, problems with sex, parenting, external problems or money issues. Whatever is going on, there is hope.

Couples therapy can help you and your partner achieve more intimacy in the relationship, strengthen attachment, increased skills, heal pain from past actions and resolve the conflicts that stand in the way.

It can be scary, awkward, intimidating or otherwise uncomfortable to come into therapy…

Whether you’ve been in therapy before or it’s your first time in therapy. You are being challenged to be vulnerable, talk about potential shameful/embarrassing topics and share deep pain or discomfort. But if you break it down, it’s just a conversation. You can share as much or as little as you want at first but eventually you might want to share more. People who get the most out of therapy share intimate details and get honest about their difficulties.

I work with couples of any age… 

Lauren Cavanaugh

LICSW

My Approach

Treatment Modalities

Benefit from the accessibility of telehealth options and enjoy the flexibility of appointment hours tailored to suit your schedule. Lauren's commitment to making mental health care accessible is reflected in her offering of a sliding scale and acceptance of private insurance. Experience prompt access to care with no long wait times and straightforward appointment scheduling, ensuring your mental health is a top priority.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a talking therapy that can help you manage your problems by changing the way you think and behave.
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Motivational Interviewing

Motivational interviewing is a counseling method that involves enhancing a patient's motivation to change by means of four guiding principles, represented by the acronym RULE:
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Psychoeducation

The goal of psychoeducation is to help people with mental health conditions understand their diagnosis, learn to manage their symptoms, and thrive in spite of the condition.

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Narrative Therapy

Narrative therapy is a form of counseling that views people as separate from their problems and destructive behaviors.

AVAILABLE When you are

Convenient Telehealth &
In-Person Appointments

Encouraging and inspiring individuals and couples to transform their lives through meeting their goals and overcoming the obstacles that hold them back.

"Thank you for all your help. I feel like a new person, I feel so hopeful."
Kojack E.
"Thank you for all your help. I feel like a new person, I feel so hopeful."
Kojack E.
"I had the privilege of working with Lauren Cavanaugh in therapy, and I can't express how positive my experience has been. Laurens expertise and compassionate approach created a safe space where I felt comfortable sharing my thoughts and...
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Paul H.
"I had the privilege of working with Lauren Cavanaugh in therapy, and I can't express how positive my experience has been. Laurens expertise and compassionate approach created a safe space where I felt comfortable sharing my thoughts and and emotions. Throughout our sessions, Lauren guided me to explore the depths of my feelings and thoughts, helping me gain invaluable insights into myself and my life. Her ability to ask thought provoking questions and offer perspective allowed me to see things from different angles and make meaningful connections I had never considered before. Thanks to Lauren’s support, I've not only found solutions to specific challenges but also developed a deeper understanding of myself. Therapy with her has been transformative, and I'm grateful for the profound impact it has had on my life. Lauren Cavanaugh's dedication and expertise have truly made a positive difference in my journey towards personal growth and well being."
Paul H.
"Couldn’t be happier with Lauren. Finally after years of trial and error, found therapist for me. 10/10 would recommend to anyone"
Adam C.
"Couldn’t be happier with Lauren. Finally after years of trial and error, found therapist for me. 10/10 would recommend to anyone"
Adam C.
"Lauren is truly someone who listened and helped me in so many areas of my life. I highly recommend her."
Jessica R.
"Lauren is truly someone who listened and helped me in so many areas of my life. I highly recommend her."
Jessica R.
"After years of seeking professional help and never finding anyone I felt comfortable with, I felt like giving up. Lauren changed that for me. Her ability to listen and be compassionate was extraordinary. Thank you for all the good you ...
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Jeffrey M.
"After years of seeking professional help and never finding anyone I felt comfortable with, I felt like giving up. Lauren changed that for me. Her ability to listen and be compassionate was extraordinary. Thank you for all the good you do in a world that needs it so much. 10/10"
Jeffrey M.