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Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
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Lara Schuster Effland

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C (she, her)

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Seattle, WA 98104
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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. If you face these challenges, there are proven solutions such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness-based therapies, and values-based behavior changes. The way to achieve progress is by building awareness, having the courage to problem-solve, and committing to and engaging in a new plan.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of experience in treating anxiety, distress, trauma, eating disorders, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I believe in empowering my clients to face their fears, supporting and empowering 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 gain clarity, build effective strategies, and align with your values.
Call or Lara Schuster Effland now for a free 15 minute consultation - (425) 243-0936

My Practice at a Glance

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Response Health

Seattle, WA 98104

(425) 243-0936
My website
CBT, DBT, and ACT for OCD, Anxiety, Traumatic Stress, ADHD, and Disordered Eating.
I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Eating Disorders and ADHD 
$210 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Hello! My name is Lara Effland. I am a licensed therapist in WA, TX, and IL. I Specialize in OCD, Anxiety, and Eating Disorders.
Lara Schuster Effland
Let's Connect (425) 243-0936
Photo of Lara Schuster Effland, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Response Health

Seattle, WA 98104

(425) 243-0936
My website
CBT, DBT, and ACT for OCD, Anxiety, Traumatic Stress, ADHD, and Disordered Eating.
I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Eating Disorders and ADHD 
$210 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Hello! My name is Lara Effland. I am a licensed therapist in WA, TX, and IL. I Specialize in OCD, Anxiety, and Eating Disorders.
Lara Schuster Effland

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $210
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Asuris Northwest Health
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Healthcare Management Administrators
  • LifeWise
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShiel OR
  • Out of Network
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In my private practice, I accept Premera BCBS of WA or, for out-of-pocket rates, the following: Assessment: $250/hour; Individual: $210/hour. For Clinician Development: Clinical Supervision: $120/hr; Clinical Consultation: $165/hr.
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Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 243-0936
"
In my private practice, I accept Premera BCBS of WA or, for out-of-pocket rates, the following: Assessment: $250/hour; Individual: $210/hour. For Clinician Development: Clinical Supervision: $120/hr; Clinical Consultation: $165/hr.
Photo of Lara Schuster Effland, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Call or 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

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 20 years
  • Attended Loyola University of Chicago, Masters of Social Work, Graduated 2008

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: IL State 149014137 / 2010
  • Certificate from University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Certified Exposure and Response Prevention Therapist / 2021
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I'm a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience helping adults and young adults navigate anxiety, trauma, OCD, ADHD, and disordered eating. I hold multiple certifications and have advanced-level training. Your care will be curated, evidence-based, and tailored to you.
Photo of Lara Schuster Effland, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 243-0936
"
I'm a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience helping adults and young adults navigate anxiety, trauma, OCD, ADHD, and disordered eating. I hold multiple certifications and have advanced-level training. Your care will be curated, evidence-based, and tailored to you.
Photo of Lara Schuster Effland, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 243-0936

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Eating Disorders
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Clinical Consultation
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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If you're feeling stuck with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, OCD, and/or disordered eating, I can help. We'll start by understanding what's going on, then build a plan that fits who you are and the life you want to live. Using tools like CBT, ACT, and DBT, you'll learn practical skills, get support that makes sense, and start making real changes that feel doable and lasting.
Photo of Lara Schuster Effland, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 243-0936
"
If you're feeling stuck with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, OCD, and/or disordered eating, I can help. We'll start by understanding what's going on, then build a plan that fits who you are and the life you want to live. Using tools like CBT, ACT, and DBT, you'll learn practical skills, get support that makes sense, and start making real changes that feel doable and lasting.
Photo of Lara Schuster Effland, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 243-0936

3 Endorsements

Meg Wallis
Meg Wallis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CADC
Lara's professional services offered to clinicians is both friendly and collaborative. I've had the pleasure of using her services for supervision hours. My time with her has helped me to develop my clinical skills and allowed me to evolve as a therapist.
Melina Joy Di Stefano
Melina Joy Di Stefano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
I've had the pleasure of working with Lara in multiple clinical settings. Lara is a top expert in supporting clients with eating disorders and OCD. She is also a warm and engaged supervisor who supported me through my early years of clinical practice.
Laura Sabin Cabanillas
Laura Sabin Cabanillas
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, CEDS
As a former colleague, I can recommend Lara for anyone who wants to learn and practice mindfulness and emotion regulation, especially through DBT principles. While being highly experienced Lara is warm and relatable; her very presence itself is grounding.

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 Parent , 
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 Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotion Focused Family Therapy
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Radically Open - Dialectical Behavior Therapy
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I use CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP to treat anxiety, OCD, ADHD, trauma, and disordered eating. You'll begin with a personalized assessment, and then we'll create a plan tailored to your values and goals. Therapy is based on data, personalized and supportive, designed to help you move from feeling stuck to making real, meaningful progress.
Photo of Lara Schuster Effland, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 243-0936
"
I use CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP to treat anxiety, OCD, ADHD, trauma, and disordered eating. You'll begin with a personalized assessment, and then we'll create a plan tailored to your values and goals. Therapy is based on data, personalized and supportive, designed to help you move from feeling stuck to making real, meaningful progress.
Photo of Lara Schuster Effland, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (425) 243-0936

Groups

Clinician Development Collective

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Hosted by
Lara Schuster Effland

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

Primary Location

Response Health

Seattle, WA 98104

(425) 243-0936

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CBT, DBT, and ACT for OCD, Anxiety, Traumatic Stress, ADHD, and Disordered Eating.
Photo of Lara Schuster Effland, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Call for a free consultation now - (425) 243-0936
"
CBT, DBT, and ACT for OCD, Anxiety, Traumatic Stress, ADHD, and Disordered Eating.
Photo of Lara Schuster Effland, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Lara Schuster Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEDS-C
Call for a free consultation now - (425) 243-0936