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Lauren Dicair

Therapist · Pennsylvania

Lauren Dicair

LCSW

LCSW - Life purpose and coping with change

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Experience
15 years
Based in
Pennsylvania
Sessions
Online
Languages
English
  • Grief and loss
  • Career and purpose
  • Mindfulness and CBT

About Lauren

Lauren Dicair is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Pennsylvania with 15 years of experience. She works with adults who feel stuck after major life changes, are wrestling with grief, stress, anxiety, or searching for a clearer sense of life purpose. Lauren also addresses relationship concerns, sleep problems, self-esteem, career questions, and the emotional effects of trauma and abuse.

Lauren uses a direct and interactive style in sessions. She talks through current patterns in thoughts and behavior and helps people test new ways of coping. Conversations often focus on practical steps and perspective shifts that can reduce overwhelm and increase day-to-day functioning.

Her background includes work with people facing chronic illness, caregiver stress, cancer, aging and geriatric issues, and immigration and acculturation. She also supports those dealing with family of origin problems, domestic violence, and the complex feelings that come with guilt, shame, and isolation.

Lauren integrates several therapeutic approaches to fit what each person needs. She draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thought patterns, narrative work to reframe personal stories, and mindfulness to build present-moment awareness. Motivational interviewing is used when people want help clarifying and committing to change.

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted. Cost varies by location and services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To get started, users select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

License and NPI on record

LCSW
Pennsylvania · CW017783
LCSW
Maine · LC21495

As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Credentials

Pennsylvania, Maine

Languages

English

How Lauren blends approaches for online work

Lauren commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in her work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and career decision-making. Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention to the present moment and simple awareness practices that often reduce reactivity and improve stress management.

She also incorporates elements of Narrative Therapy to help people reframe their life stories and Motivational Interviewing when someone wants clearer motivation to make a change. Finding the right mix is a collaborative process. The therapist and client discuss goals, try different approaches, and adjust methods based on what feels useful.

Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they fit into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and can make short check-ins easier to arrange. Discussing which methods work in remote sessions is part of the first appointments, and Lauren will help select approaches that fit daily life and personal goals.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

Lauren works with adults facing grief, stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and life changes, including concerns about life purpose and midlife transitions.

How does she approach feeling stuck?

She uses a direct, interactive style that looks at thought and behavior patterns and tries practical strategies to reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning.

What is her professional background?

She has 15 years of clinical experience and has worked with people affected by chronic illness, caregiver stress, cancer, aging issues, and immigration-related challenges.

Can you confirm her credentials and location?

She holds LCSW credentials in Pennsylvania (PA LCSW) and Maine (ME LCSW) and practices from Pennsylvania.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with clients outside the United States?

International clients are accepted; confirm logistics and time zones when arranging sessions.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin a first session?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the site.

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