Psyche & Soul
Healing Starts Within
A Space to Strengthen, Soothe, and Empower Your Mind
Find it easy to care for others, but difficult to show the same compassion towards yourself? Let's explore what it means to offer that same kindness inward - to slow down, be offered understanding, and remember that you deserve care too. Let's start that conversation.
Lauren Shaw
Registered Psychotherapist
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Email:
Address:
Suite 411-S
265 Front St. N.
Sarnia, ON
N7T 7X1
Services Providing:
-Individual Counselling In Person
-Individual Counselling Virtual across Ontario and British Columbia (phone or video)
-Parent and Child Counselling
Therapeutic Approach
Person Centered
A person-centered approach in therapy focuses on your unique needs. I will work at your pace, ensuring you feel supported. Together, we'll create a tailored plan centered on your goals, promoting growth and self-discovery. Your journey is my priority, and I'm here to support you.
EMDR
EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a therapeutic approach that helps individuals process traumatic experiences through guided eye movements. It enables clients to confronting memories safely, reducing emotional pain and improving coping. Many find that EMDR allevates trauma symptoms and fosters personal growth.
Trauma Informed
I use a trauma-informed approach to create a safe space for clients. Understanding trauma's impact on mental health, I build trust and empower individuals, focusing on their strengths to foster healing and growth.
DBT
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a cognitive-behavioral approach that helps manage intense emotions and improve relationships. It combines mindfulness and behavioral strategies to enhance emotional regulation, offering tools for those with anxiety and borderline personality disorder.
IFS Informed
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy helps individuals understand and harmonize their inner parts. This approach fosters self-compassion and healing by addressing emotional conflicts and recognizing patterns. IFS empowers clients to connect with themselves, leading to personal growth and healthier relationships.
Neurodiverse Informed
Neurodiverse informed therapy recognizes and respects the unique neurological in individuals, such as autism and ADHD. It tailors techniques to meet clients' specific needs, fostering personal growth and emotional well-being. This supportive approach empowers individuals by validating their experiences and enhancing their coping strategies.
Somatic Therapy
Somatic therapy is a holistic approach that connects the mind and body to promote healing. It helps clients become aware of how their bodies hold stress or trauma, allowing them to release tension and gain insights. This method can effectively aid those healing from trauma, managing anxiety, or enhancing self-awareness.
Integrative
My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I draw from different therapeutic perspectives to create a personalized experience that reflects your unique needs, experiences, and goals. Together, we explore what feels most supportive for you, moving at your pace with an emphasis on safety, self-compassion, and meaningful change.
A Bit About Me
I believe therapy should be more than just a place to talk about what's happening in your life. It can be a space where you begin to understand yourself more deeply, make sense of patterns that no longer serve you, and reconnect with parts of yourself that have been carrying too much for too long. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and understood, while also helping you move toward meaningful and lasting change.
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I work collaboratively with individuals and teens (12+) to explore what may be sitting underneath anxiety, self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, and feelings of being stuck. Together, we work at a pace that feels right for you. I believe you are the expert on your own experiences, and my role is to help guide, support, and empower you throughout the process.
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My approach is trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and tailored to your unique needs. Drawing from EMDR, IFS-informed therapy, somatic therapy, DBT, and person-centered approaches, I integrate different therapeutic tools depending on what feels most helpful and effective for you. Rather than focusing solely on managing symptoms, I aim to help clients understand the deeper roots of their struggles while building practical skills for healing, resilience, and growth.
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I have a particular passion for supporting individuals navigating trauma, including complex and developmental trauma (CPTSD), anxiety, ADHD, domestic abuse, sexual trauma, emotional overwhelm, and challenges related to self-worth and identity. Many of the clients I work with have spent years adapting, surviving, and pushing through difficult experiences. Therapy can offer an opportunity to move beyond survival and begin creating a life that feels more connected, grounded, and aligned with who you are.
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With over five years of experience in the mental health field, I have worked alongside youth and adults facing a wide range of mental health challenges across both community and clinical settings. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Disability Studies, a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, and I am currently completing my Doctorate in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
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Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and reaching out is often the hardest part. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck in old patterns, or simply looking for a space to better understand yourself, I would be honoured to walk alongside you in that process.