Lauren Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
Evanston, IL 60201
Let's Connect (224) 282-0037
I love hearing people’s stories. Often, those stories carry patterns shaped by what we’ve lived through—patterns that once helped us cope, but may now leave us feeling stuck or overwhelmed. With the right support, though, those same patterns can become powerful entry points for healing. I work with people navigating anxiety, trauma, and life transitions, offering a space that’s warm, supportive, and judgment-free. Therapy with me is a collaborative process—we’ll move at your pace, explore what matters most to you, and shape our work around your unique needs. Most of all, we’ll build a relationship rooted in trust and compassion.
I bring a trauma-informed lens to our work, using gentle challenges, compassion, and a bit of humor to help you process emotions, build resilience, and move toward healing. I have specialized training in maternal mental health and betrayal trauma, allowing me to support you with care, depth, and a thoughtful approach tailored to what you need most.
Reaching out can feel vulnerable, but it’s also a powerful act of self-trust. If you’re feeling disconnected from yourself or your relationships, therapy can offer space to reconnect, reimagine, and reclaim your sense of direction. You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin—just a willingness to show up as you are. I’m here to meet you there.
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Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
Lauren Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (224) 282-0037
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178019783 Lauren Smith
- In Practice for 3 years
- Attended Chicago School of Professional Psychology, MA in Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2023
Education and Years In Practice
Lauren Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (224) 282-0037
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Divorce
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Parenting
- Parenting Neurodiverse Children
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Veterans
- Weight Loss
- Women's Issues
Lauren Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (224) 282-0037
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
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
- Attachment-based
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Trauma Focused
Lauren Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (224) 282-0037