Lauran Jacks

LCSW35 years of experienceNext available
4.9 (58)
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded

Thank you for visiting my profile. I have been in the mental health field for 35 years and have worked in many settings and with many issues throughout my career. I have a doctorate in clinical psychology, a masters in clinical social work and a masters in counseling.

While I utilize the psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches, many other therapy modalities I am vastly experienced with as well.

I am comfortable working with all populations and strive to meet my patients where they are in their process.

First session

Our first session will consist of reviewing intake information and getting to know about your needs and goals for therapy and life. I listen to hear what you are seeking and we will together construct a treatment plan to meet your needs.

Strengths

I feel my extensive experience, education and personality help me to be a standout provider, and sincerely look forward to meeting with my patients with care, empathy and desire to help everyone help themselves. While I utilize the psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches, many other therapy modalities I am vastly experienced with as well. We together determine, with my guidance what will work best for each individual person.

Ideal clients

I always strive to meet my patients where they are regarding their needs and thoughts/feelings towards therapy, and work with their comfort level to create change.

Treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Thoughts effect moods and feelings are not facts. exploring these through CBT help identify and establish more functional behavior and thought processes.

Psychodynamic

exploring long standing socialization and upbringing can help identify behavior patterns effecting everyday functioning.

Location

Virtual sessions

Identifies as

  • White

  • Woman

Top specialties

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Mood Disorders

Other specialties

  • Bipolar Disorder

  • Coping Skills

  • Couples Counseling

  • Family Therapy

  • Grief

  • Health/Medical Issues

  • Parenting

  • Personality Disorders

  • Self Esteem

  • Women's Issues

Serves

  • Adults (18 to 64)

  • Elders (65 and above)

  • Teenagers (13 to 17)

Licensed in

  • CaliforniaLicense 71932

  • ColoradoLicense CSW.00992853

Accepted insurance

  • All Savers

  • AvMed

  • Cash - $250 per session

  • Golden Rule

  • Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare

  • Health Net (Medi-Cal)

  • Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)

  • CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)

  • Kaiser Permanente

  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare

  • L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)

  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum

  • Optum

  • OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions

  • Oscar

  • Oxford

  • Surest (formerly Bind)

  • United Medical Resources

  • UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance

  • UnitedHealthcare Shared Services

  • UnitedHealthcare StudentResources

Reviews and ratings

4.9 rating (58)8 reviews
September 10, 2026

Wonderful to talk with, warm, great listener, keeps my pace and adds helpful views.

Verified client, age 65+Review shared after session 1 with Lauran
September 8, 2026

She was very supportive and goal oriented and very nice

Verified client, age 45-54Review shared after session 1 with Lauran
August 19, 2026

Lauren had many years working in the field and my Wife and I thought Lauren would be a good match . She Solution Oriented and very Direct and she seems to Hang in with us through our very Loud disagreements,

Verified client, age 65+Review shared after session 8 with Lauran
Schedule 60 min