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Lauren Petrocelli, LCSW

LCSW supporting people through life changes
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Disability support
  • Grief and loss

About Lauren Petrocelli

Lauren Petrocelli is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York with 8 years of professional experience supporting people through major life challenges. She works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, grief and loss, motivation and self-esteem concerns, and depression, helping them build practical skills and greater emotional resilience.

Lauren has a particular focus on supporting people living with disabilities and chronic health conditions, and she brings experience addressing a wide range of concerns including relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, sleep difficulties, anger, career transitions, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. Her practice also attends to needs related to autism and Asperger syndrome, cancer, chronic pain and illness, intellectual disability, panic disorder, traumatic brain injury, visual impairment, and young adult struggles.

Her approach is collaborative and person-centered; she partners with clients to create an accessible, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly. Lauren encourages courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling life and offers steady support as individuals work toward their goals, strengthen coping strategies, and find clearer pathways forward.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityIntellectual disabilityPanic disorder and panic attacksTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lauren Petrocelli have?

Lauren Petrocelli has 8 years of professional experience.

Is Lauren Petrocelli a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: NY LCSW 092082.

In which languages does Lauren Petrocelli provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Lauren Petrocelli located?

She is located in New York.

How can I work with Lauren Petrocelli as my therapist?

Clients can work with Lauren Petrocelli through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lauren Petrocelli work with international clients?

Lauren Petrocelli does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lauren Petrocelli cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client’s location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Prospective clients can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Lauren Petrocelli

Lauren draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and patterns; this approach often focuses on concrete strategies that reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress while improving daily functioning. She also uses Mindfulness Therapy to help clients build present-moment awareness and self-compassion, practices that can ease rumination, support emotional regulation, and enhance coping with chronic health challenges and grief. In addition, Solution-Focused Therapy guides brief, goal-oriented conversations that highlight strengths and practical steps forward when a client wants focused progress on specific concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lauren works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods suit their needs, goals, and preferences. She integrates techniques as appropriate and invites ongoing feedback so the plan can be adjusted together.

Online therapy with Lauren is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for those managing busy schedules, mobility limitations, or chronic illness. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists while fitting care into everyday life.

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