I have been working with clients for over 10 years from a variety of demographics. I have been providing therapy since 2017. I continually like to expand my knowledge and participate in trainings and further education. Depending on what is discussed in session, I might send home things for further reading or just a handout as a reminder of what was discussed as a referral tool in between sessions. I firmly believe I can help clients break free of their negative thought and behavior patterns.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During our first session, I encourage the client to discuss more in depth what their reasoning is for coming to therapy. We will develop goals together and discuss what progress will look like to them. I allow ample space for the client to process what has been occurring in their life that has been causing distress. I also will share how sessions are usually conducted. This is to ensure clients know exactly what to expect from me as a therapist. I hope the client feels supported, heard, understood, and motivated to continue therapy.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
One of my greatest strengths is being extremely supportive and warm. Majority of past clients have said that I am very easy to speak with and kind. I feel as though I have a really strong capability of detecting negative patterns & behaviors in a client's life early upon meeting. I consider myself motivational and encouraging as well.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I enjoy working with clients who notice something isn't right and are ready to talk about it. I also enjoy working with couples as I can quickly identify the breakdown in communication and repeated patterns. I have worked the past 8 years with the SMI population and am very familiar with personality disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, psychosis, and MDD. I honestly enjoy working with a variety of clients in different stages of recovery and change.
About Lauren Schultz-Kappes
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VirtualMy treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have been utilizing CBT throughout my career as a therapist and prior as a therapist intern. It is an evidenced based practice that I primarily use.
Strength-Based
I have utilized strengths based treatment methods with every client that I have encountered. This is usually discussed in every/every other session.
Couples Counseling
I enjoy couples counseling and am continually learning new methods and tools to support clients.
Psychoeducation
Psychoeducation is always going to be a cornerstone of my practice. It is vital to mental health treatment and understanding symptoms, diagnosis, identifying coping skills, and more.