Licensed to practice in California and accepts 27 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.

Lauren N Horvath

LMFT, 17 years of experience
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
VirtualAvailable

Feeling isolated can be deeply draining, and it may seem like hope is out of reach—but you don’t have to carry it all on your own. I provide a welcoming space where individuals and couples can feel truly seen and supported. My approach is grounded in the belief that healing, connection, and meaningful growth are always possible, no matter where you’re starting from.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first meeting, we’ll spend time getting to know each other and talking about what’s bringing you to therapy right now. We’ll explore what’s been feeling challenging, what you’d like to see change, and the goals that matter most to you. We’ll also identify the strengths, resilience, and resources you already have that can help support your growth. From there, we’ll work together to find an approach that feels comfortable and effective for you— EMDR, practical coping strategies, deeper relational work, mindfulness, or a combination of approaches. There’s no one-size-fits-all path to healing, and we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you. My goal is for you to leave feeling supported, understood, and hopeful about the journey ahead.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I’m passionate about continuing to learn and grow as a therapist so I can provide the most effective and meaningful support possible. Through ongoing training and professional development, I’ve gained experience in several evidence-based approaches that help clients heal, build resilience, and create lasting change—all within a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment. My work includes EMDR, which helps people process and heal from traumatic or distressing experiences; Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), which supports individuals in understanding and managing the impact of trauma; DBT, which teaches practical skills for navigating intense emotions, improving relationships, and coping with stress; and ACT, which helps clients develop psychological flexibility and live more fully in alignment with their values. I also use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to strengthen emotional connection and communication in relationships, and Somatic Experiencing (SE) to help clients reconnect with their bodies and release the effects of stress and trauma. Together, we’ll find the approaches that best fit your unique needs and goals. "It may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, and how you can still come out of it" -Maya Angelou

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

My ideal client is someone open to discovering their strengths and using them to move toward their treatment goals. I value working with clients who show up as they are, give themselves permission to be honest, and take an active role in identifying their own needs. I value working with clients who are curious and seeking, who show up with honesty—or a genuine desire to be honest—as they explore themselves and their experiences.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

Addiction

Bipolar Disorder

Grief

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

Postpartum

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Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

EMDR

I apply Attachment-Focused Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing for acute and chronic symptoms associated with trauma, depression and anxiety. In my experience, using this modality allows clients to actualize their full potential and wellness.

Daialectical Behavior (DBT)

I utilize Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to teach clients mindfulness, healthy forms of coping, emotional regulation when feeling overwhelmed, and methods for improving relationships.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

For those wanting a highly structured approach, I make use of CBT principles to improve behavioral and thought patterns that keep holding us back in life.

, 12 ratings

2 ratings with written reviews

May 7, 2025

I was going to put more on there cause she’s very intelligent and knowledgeable. I love her warmth and inviting she’s very approachable.

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 7 with Lauren

March 29, 2025

It’s what I expected it to be.

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 1 with Lauren