
Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98106
Not accepting new clients
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Are you feeling a sense of increased anxiety and obsessive thinking? Are you struggling with self-doubt and inner conflict? Does your anxiety and panic show up in a sense of disorganization, disordered eating, or social anxiety? These are all common symptoms of anxiety, stress, and obsessive thinking. When we face these challenges there are proven solutions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness based therapies, and values based behavior changes. How we get there is through connection to your provider, courage to assess what is not working, and committing and engaging in a new plan.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience in treating anxiety, distress, trauma, eating disorders, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I believe in empowering my clients to face their fears, support and nurture them along the way, while challenging them to thrive.
We cannot manage our anxiety and distress alone. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, distress, trauma, ADHD, OCD, or an eating disorder it takes support, understanding, and collaboration to find the best approach for you. I will help you identify what is working and not working, build effective strategies, and rebuild a values-based life.
Call or Email Lara Schuster Effland now for a free 15 minute consultation - (425) 243-0936
Let's Connect (425) 243-0936

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
- Couple Sessions $250
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Premera Blue Cross
- Out of Network

Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 243-0936
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LW 60740145 Lara Schuster Effland
- In Practice for 19 years
- Attended Loyola University of Chicago, Masters of Social Work, Graduated 2008
- Licensed by State of Washington / LW 60740145
- Certificate from University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Certified Exposure and Response Prevention Therapist / 2021
- Certificate from International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals Foundation Eating Disorder Specialist / 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Eating Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Expertise
- Body Positivity
- Career Counseling
- Clinical Consultation
- Clinical Supervision
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Life Transitions
- Parenting
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotion Focused Family Therapy
- Emotionally Focused
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Radically Open - Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Groups
Clinician Development Collective

A place where associate level clinicians can engage with one another, learn together, and encourage each other through the challenges and celebrations of clinical care. All groups are limited to 6 clinicians to ensure that everyone is accumulating hours towards licensure.
Session Cost
$80+
Email Lara Schuster Effland about this group or call - (425) 243-0936
Location
Additional Location
Chicago, IL 60601
(425) 243-0936Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods

Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS
Call for a free consultation now - (425) 243-0936