Lauren Massell

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

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Oakland, CA 94609

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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 Email 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

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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

Lauren Massell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (510) 405-4241

Lauren Massell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email 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

Lauren Massell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (510) 405-4241

Lauren Massell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (510) 405-4241

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

Anxiety
Body Positivity
Cancer
Chronic Pain
Depression
Grief
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD

Lauren Massell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (510) 405-4241

Lauren Massell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Do these issues align with your needs? Email 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

Lauren Massell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (510) 405-4241

Lauren Massell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (510) 405-4241

Groups

Free Yourself: Somatic-IFS Skills Group

Hosted by

Lauren Massell

Listening to your body’s wisdom is re-learning how to trust yourself. This skills group is for those interested in practicing how to quiet the mind for greater connection to one’s intuition. Weekly sessions will include psychoeducation using somatic and IFS ("parts work") content so that you have tools to work through anxiety, depression, and patterned reactions. We will not process trauma histories as a group but rather will create space for quiet revelations. Wednesdays @ 12-1:15p // online $50-75/session // 6-10 participants // open enrollment

Expertise

Anxiety

Trauma and PTSD

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$50-$80

Group Meets

Every Wed 12 P.M. - 1:15 P.M.

Location

Online

Oakland, CA 94611

Email Lauren Massell about this group or call - (510) 405-4241

Grief as Transformation

Hosted by

Lauren Massell

Grief has the power to bring us closer to what matters in our lives and create room for something new to grow. This group is for those that are experiencing grief related to a loss of a loved one, of good health, of a relationship, or a deeply held identity. We will share stories, learn somatic skills for self-regulation, and cultivate creative practices that support moving through difficult times. 5-8 participants // 8 weeks: November 29 - Jan 24

Expertise

Depression

Spirituality

Trauma and PTSD

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$50-$80

Group Meets

Every Tue 6 P.M. - 7:15 P.M.

Email Lauren Massell about this group or call - (510) 405-4241

Location

Primary Location

Oakland, CA 94609

(510) 405-4241

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Lauren Massell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (510) 405-4241

Lauren Massell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (510) 405-4241