Dr. Lauren Aikin-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MPH, MEd, CHES (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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Let's Connect (412) 850-3818
I specialize in couples, marriage, and sex therapy utilizing an integrative approach. I believe that every individual and couple are unique and a strengths-based approach focused on resiliency helps clients achieve the best possible outcome.
In our work together, you'll feel safe to express your true sexual wants, needs, and desires without shame or judgment. You'll gain the confidence and clarity to create a deeply satisfying and authentic sex life.
I received Master's degrees in Public Health and Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh in 2013. I have worked with college students since then and returned to Widener University for a Master's of Education in Sex Education (2021) and a PhD in sex therapy (2024). I provide holistic mental health services with a focus on sexuality.
Talking about your personal life is hard and talking about sexuality and sex is even more difficult. I am specially trained and open in this area of life. Don't wait any longer looking for the right person, get started today.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Dr. Lauren Aikin-Smith now - (412) 850-3818
Let's Connect (412) 850-3818
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $140
- Couple Sessions $140
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Meritain Health
- Optum
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea
Dr. Lauren Aikin-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MPH, MEd, CHES
Email me or call with questions - (412) 850-3818
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / CW023928 Lauren Aikin-Smith (Sex Therapist)
- Attended University of Pittsburgh, MPH/MSW, Graduated 2013
- Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / CW023928
- Degree/Diploma from Widener University PhD / 2024
- Degree/Diploma from Widener University MEd / 2022
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Dr. Lauren Aikin-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MPH, MEd, CHES
Email me or call with questions - (412) 850-3818
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Sex Therapy
- Marital and Premarital
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Expertise
- Adoption
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Infertility
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Obesity
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Stress
- Transgender
- Women's Issues
Dr. Lauren Aikin-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MPH, MEd, CHES
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (412) 850-3818
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Feminist
- Gottman Method
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Positive Psychology
- Strength-Based
- Telehealth available
Dr. Lauren Aikin-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MPH, MEd, CHES
Email me or call with questions - (412) 850-3818
Location
Nearby Areas
Cities
Counties
Neighborhoods
Dr. Lauren Aikin-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MPH, MEd, CHES
Take the first step to help. Call now - (412) 850-3818