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Lauren Massell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Photo of Lauren Massell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Lauren Massell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Oakland, CA 94609
Let's Connect (510) 405-4241
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When you've survived difficult circumstances - learning trust your body's messages can feel like tuning into static between radio channels. Uncomfortable, noisy, nothing's there. Somatic therapy offers the opportunity to practically help you to slow down, bring awareness and compassion to your inner space to listen for the messages that your body is always communicating. This supports changing default patterns, cultivating inner safety, and making decisions from a clear place. We are capable of being our truest selves when we're embodied!
I use a variety of somatic modalities and Internal Family Systems to create a bridge between what you "think" and what you "sense." This might look like pausing to notice your body's cues mid-story, to see if what you're saying is still "true." In doing this, self-trust becomes an embodied practice of connecting your thoughts and feelings.
In reading all of this, check in with yourself and listen for any sensations that feel curious and open. Your belief that I can understand you and support you to navigate your own challenges is the key for our partnership to work. A consult call can really help us know if we're a good fit.
Call or Lauren Massell now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 405-4241

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Oakland, CA 94609

(510) 405-4241
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (510) 405-4241
Photo of Lauren Massell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Oakland, CA 94609

(510) 405-4241
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Meritain Health
  • Out of Network
Photo of Lauren Massell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Lauren Massell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (510) 405-4241
Photo of Lauren Massell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Lauren Massell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (510) 405-4241

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 111208 Lauren Massell
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended CUNY Hunter School of Social Work, MSW, Graduated 2016
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Skidmore College BA / 2008
Photo of Lauren Massell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Lauren Massell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (510) 405-4241
Photo of Lauren Massell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Lauren Massell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (510) 405-4241

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Body Positivity
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • Trauma and PTSD
Photo of Lauren Massell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Lauren Massell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (510) 405-4241
Photo of Lauren Massell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Lauren Massell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (510) 405-4241

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Lauren Massell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Lauren Massell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (510) 405-4241
Photo of Lauren Massell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Lauren Massell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (510) 405-4241

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Oakland, CA 94609

(510) 405-4241
Photo of Lauren Massell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Lauren Massell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 405-4241
Photo of Lauren Massell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Lauren Massell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 405-4241