- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
About Lauren
Lauren Daoust is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Wisconsin with six years as a therapist and a longer history in hospice and hospital social work. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, grief, depression, relationship strain, sleep problems, and the emotional fallout from trauma and life changes. Lauren also supports people facing caregiver strain, chronic illness and pain, attachment concerns, and struggles with shame or self-worth.
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. Sessions focus on noticing what is happening in the body and mind, naming patterns, and trying straightforward tools to reduce reactivity. Expect plain talk about what’s causing tension, simple exercises you can try between sessions, and attention to how emotional and physical signals link up.
Lauren draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, attachment-based work, client-centered listening, and mindfulness practices. She uses those methods to help people notice unhelpful patterns, practice different responses, and make choices that match their values.
Initial meetings are low pressure. The first session is an opportunity to share what’s most pressing, get a sense of how she works, and decide whether to continue. Lauren recommends using short, practical steps at first so people can test changes without feeling overwhelmed.
She offers sessions in English and works with adults across a wide range of life stages and concerns. Practical matters like scheduling, payment, and the platform for sessions are handled before booking so clients know what to expect.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting ruled by them and then choose actions that line up with their values. It can be useful for reducing reactivity, handling anger, and moving forward after loss. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going, and then testing small changes to reduce distress and improve sleep and mood. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention skills that reduce automatic reactions and increase moment-to-moment awareness, which can help with stress, anger, and anxiety.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work in early sessions. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, what has or hasn’t helped before, and together they will try methods that feel workable. This is framed as a team effort where adjustments are expected as progress unfolds.
Session formats should be confirmed before booking since options are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Some people prefer video for face-to-face interaction, while phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth or having a quieter setting matters. Confirm the available formats and scheduling details before your first session so you can plan what will fit into your day.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, grief, depression, relationship strain, sleep problems, trauma, and related issues such as caregiver stress and chronic illness.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. Sessions focus on noticing patterns, practicing skills, and trying changes that fit daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years as a therapist and additional years of hospice and hospital social work experience prior to that.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Wisconsin and practices there.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking so you know whether sessions are in person, by phone, or by video.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.