Lauren Whitehouse, LPC, NCC, MS.Ed., M.Phil.Ed., MBA

Lauren Whitehouse, LPC, NCC, MS.Ed., M.Phil.Ed., MBA

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Professions: Counselor, Mental Health Counselor, Psychotherapist

Languages: English

Telephone: 610-424-4076

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My Approach to Therapy

You can name the pattern, predict it, and dread it, yet knowing it isn’t changing things. You’re not short on insight or effort. You’ve likely reached your limit or hit a breaking point. What you’re missing is somewhere to take it, with someone trained to help. We’ll map out the pattern, explore where it started, and practice implementing something different, so the tools and strategies create lasting change. I work with individuals and couples on relationships and communication, life transitions, stress and anxiety, intimacy and desire, infidelity, and more. Sessions are purposeful and intentional, and we build a concrete plan of action. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and I hold three master’s degrees: two in counseling and one in business. The counseling degrees shape how I listen, while the business degree shapes how clearly we plan. I’m direct, playful, and challenging. I value your time, so sessions stay productive, efficient, and supportive. Nothing is off the table to talk about, including trauma, sex, and intimacy. I will support you as you deepen your self-awareness, enrich your relationships, and keep growing. Therapy is an investment in the work, not in proving anything about your worth. I will create a safe space for you to be vulnerable, or to learn how to be. If this sounds like where you are, reach out. I look forward to meeting you.

My Practice & Services

I specialize in relationships and communication, anxiety, depression, and stress. I also work with boundaries, self-esteem, coping skills, and life organization. Other areas of focus include trauma and abuse, intimacy, and sexual well-being. Book a consultation call with me to learn more about how I can support you in achieving your goals and improving your life.

Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With

Relationships and communication Life adjustments and transitions Divorce, breakups, and infidelity Boundary management Anxiety, depression, and stress Self-compassion and self-esteem Trauma (sexual, emotional, physical) Sexual disorders and intimacy issues Sexuality and gender identity (LGBTQIA+ affirming) Premarital counseling Conflict resolution Infidelity Sexual desire discrepancy Ethical non-monogamy (ENM) Parenting challenges Blended family dynamics Grief and loss Trauma recovery Addiction and recovery Culturalintergenerational differences Work-life balance Desire discrepancy Communicating about sex Sexual trauma Shame and guilt around sex Kink and fetish exploration Sexual and gender identity Sex education Pornography use Vaginismus penetration disorder Erectile dysfunction Premature or delayed ejaculation Open relationships and polyamory

Expertise & Specialties

Age Groups I Work With

TeensAdultsElders

Groups I Work With

I work with people who want to learn more about themselves and build self-awareness, have a safe space to vent about life stressors, discuss relationship issues and dynamics, work on self-confidence, self-worth, and self-esteem, process past and recent trauma, talk about life transitions or changes you’re experiencing, and more. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and I have experience supporting people with: - relationships with others - communication - life adjustments - divorce and breakups - infidelity - boundary management - anxiety - depression - coping skills related to stress and time management - self-compassion and self-esteem - sexual, emotional, and physical abuse, and trauma - sexual challenges and sexual functioning concerns - intimacy and desire - sexuality - gender identity and gender-affirming care (LGBTQIA+)

Concerns & Challenges Addressed

AbandonmentAbuse / Abuse Survivor IssuesAcademic ConcernsAdjusting to Change / Life TransitionsAnxietyBody ImageBreakupCareer Choice

Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods

Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Family Systems TherapyHumanistic Psychology (humanism)PsychodynamicSolution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)Strength-Based TherapySystems Theory /Therapy

Industries & Communities

BIPOCEducationEntertainment IndustryFirst Responder/Medical ProfessionalsLGBTQ+Military/Law EnforcementProfessional SportsSelf-Employed and Freelance Professionals

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