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Lauren Scupp

Therapist

Lauren Scupp

LMHC

New York · 4+ years of experience

Practical, direct support for everyday challenges

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  • Collaborative approach
  • Skills focused
  • LMHC in New York

About Lauren

Lauren Scupp is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and self-esteem concerns. She also supports people facing career challenges, grief, substance use, anger, bipolar symptoms, and intimacy-related issues. Lauren has a practical, direct style and aims to provide a steady, outside perspective during difficult times.

She uses clear, collaborative work in sessions. Lauren listens and gives straight feedback while helping people set realistic steps forward. Her approach often includes talking through patterns, building coping skills, and focusing on day-to-day strategies that fit a person’s life.

Lauren draws on several approaches to guide sessions, including client-centered work that follows the person’s goals, cognitive behavioral ideas to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and elements of mindfulness and skills-based techniques. She also uses motivational interviewing strategies to support people making behavior changes.

Her background includes four years of clinical experience and a master’s degree from Hofstra University. Lauren holds the LMHC credential in New York and has worked with a wide range of concerns, including issues related to intellectual disability listed among her focus areas. She practices in English.

People who choose Lauren can expect a straightforward, team-oriented relationship. She aims to help people clarify goals, try practical tools, and track small changes over time. To begin, readers can follow the platform steps to match and schedule a first appointment.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsEating and food-related issuesEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

New York

Languages

English

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How Lauren’s Approaches Fit Online Work

Lauren uses client-centered methods that prioritize what matters most to the person in session. That means sessions begin by hearing the client’s goals and working at their pace to address stress, relationships, or identity concerns.

She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, which focuses on noticing thought and behavior patterns and trying different responses. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and difficulties with mood and motivation. Dialectical behavior therapy elements bring skills for managing strong emotions and improving communication in heated moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Lauren will talk with clients about goals and try strategies that fit their needs. She encourages collaboration so the plan evolves as progress is made.

Session logistics should be confirmed before booking, since formats are set by the therapist and platform. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when life gets hectic. It can also let people practice skills in their usual settings and bring real-life situations into conversation.

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Lauren address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and self-esteem issues, and a wide range of other life challenges including grief, addictions, eating and intimacy-related issues.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her approach is direct and collaborative. She listens, offers honest feedback, and helps set practical steps to try between sessions.

What experience does she bring?

She has four years of clinical experience and completed undergraduate and master’s degrees at Hofstra University.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York and practices there.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does cost and billing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to start therapy?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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