Lauren N. Horvath
Have you been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or simply tired of carrying everything on your own? Maybe you’re navigating grief, trauma, relationship challenges, or a difficult life transition—and even though you’re doing your best, you’re finding it harder to feel like yourself. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, especially when you’ve been used to handling things on your own. My goal is to meet you where you are, listen without judgment, and help you better understand yourself, build on your strengths, and create meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you. I provide a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, feel understood, and be yourself.
First session
In our first meeting, we’ll spend time getting to know each other and talking about what’s bringing you to therapy right now. We’ll explore what’s been feeling challenging, what you’d like to see change, and the goals that matter most to you. We’ll also identify the strengths, resilience, and resources you already have that can help support your growth. From there, we’ll work together to find an approach that feels comfortable and effective for you— EMDR, practical coping strategies, deeper relational work, mindfulness, or a combination of approaches. There’s no one-size-fits-all path to healing, and we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you. My goal is for you to leave feeling supported, understood, and hopeful about the journey ahead.
Strengths
Through advanced training and continuing education, I’ve developed expertise in several evidence-based approaches that support healing, growth, and lasting change. These include EMDR, which helps the brain reprocess traumatic memories; Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), which helps clients understand and reduce trauma-related symptoms; DBT, which teaches skills for managing emotions, navigating stress, and improving relationships; ACT, which helps people build psychological flexibility and live according to their values; EFT, which strengthens emotional bonds and communication; and Somatic Experiencing (SE), which focuses on the mind-body connection to help release the effects of stress and trauma. I tailor therapy to each client’s unique needs. "It may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, and how you can still come out of it" -Maya Angelou
Ideal clients
My ideal client is someone open to discovering their strengths and using them to move toward their treatment goals. I value working with clients who show up as they are, give themselves permission to be honest, and take an active role in identifying their own needs. I value working with clients who are curious and seeking, who show up with honesty—or a genuine desire to be honest—as they explore themselves and their experiences.
Origin story
My path to becoming a therapist has always been rooted in a deep desire to help others heal. I believe we aren't meant to navigate life's challenges alone—we are wired for connection, growth, and joy. Depression, anxiety, trauma, and loss can make hope feel distant. Although sharing our pain can be terrifying, it is often the first step toward healing. I am honored to hold space for others as they rediscover hope, build resilience, and experience meaningful transformation, even when healing once felt impossible. Walking alongside my clients as they reconnect with themselves and move toward a more fulfilling life is a privilege I never take for granted.
Treatment methods
EMDR
I apply Attachment-Focused Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing for acute and chronic symptoms associated with trauma, depression and anxiety. In my experience, using this modality allows clients to actualize their full potential and wellness.
Daialectical Behavior (DBT)
I utilize Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to teach clients mindfulness, healthy forms of coping, emotional regulation when feeling overwhelmed, and methods for improving relationships.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
For those wanting a highly structured approach, I make use of CBT principles to improve behavioral and thought patterns that keep holding us back in life.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- CaliforniaLicense 101190