Returning Home to Yourself

Online therapy for adults looking to feel more secure, authentic, and connected with self and others.

Childhood Trauma | Neurodivergent Women | Unmet Emotional Needs

Present Way Counseling

Does this sound familiar?

Maybe you worry about how you come across, replay conversations in your head afterwards, or feel sensitive to rejection or criticism.

You want to understand yourself better, you hold yourself back from living more fully, or want to live from a heart-centered place connected with your inner truth and values.

You could be trying your best but still feeling anxious, not good enough, or disappointed. Or maybe you’ve been told you’re “too much”, “too sensitive”, or you feel things deeply.

Maybe you push aside your own needs or feel guilty for even having needs.

Individual Therapy


Therapy for neurodivergent women+ who want something deeper. We work through many neurodivergent experiences, including masking, not feeling good enough, or overthinking.

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Neurodivergent Women


Therapy for working through the deeper roots of social anxiety that are holding you back. For people who want to feel more at ease in connection.

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Social Anxiety


Self Discovery and Personal Growth

Therapy for adults who want to trust and reconnect with themselves, create meaningful life and relationships, and cultivate more self compassion.

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Therapy for adults who want to work through childhood experiences, heal old wounds, and break free from patterns that no longer serve them.

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Unmet Emotional Needs and Childhood Wounds

Individual therapy sessions are $150 for 50-55 minutes.

My Approach

Healing Begins in Connection

Somatic-Informed · IFS-Informed · Attachment · EMDR · Mindfulness

We explore the experiences that shaped how you see yourself, relate to others, and understand your needs. Together, we’ll work toward healing old emotional wounds and developing a more compassionate relationship with yourself.

My approach is relational and person-centered at it’s core and integrates approaches beyond traditional talk therapy. Explore EMDR therapy →

Meet: Lauren Pifer, Licensed Professional Counselor

A therapist with a passion for helping people bring their authentic selves back into the world.

I approach each session with compassion, empathy, and understanding. I seek to make our sessions a safe, supportive space where you feel deeply heard, valued, and understood. It is a space where you can begin to relate to yourself in a new way.

My practice is centered around deeper transformation, beyond skill-building or quick solutions.

You're never alone on your journey, and I'm here to walk alongside you.

You Are Welcome Here

I work with clients of any race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, belief or personal values, pronouns, or body types. LGBTQ and BIPOC clients are welcome. I seek to create a welcoming, respectful space for you.

Colleague Endorsements

“Lauren is the type of therapist that really makes you feel like you matter and she cares. She is so very attentive, genuine, and knowledgeable. Would 100% recommend Lauren and her practice!”

"I have had the opportunity to work alongside Lauren and have referred clients to her care. She is a compassionate and detail-oriented clinician."

“True belonging doesn’t require you to change who you are; it requires you to be who you are.” - Brene Brown