Lauren Oestmann
Illinois LCSW using CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused care
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About
Lauren Oestmann is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Illinois with 15 years of clinical experience. She has worked across a wide range of settings, including with families, children and teens, residential substance abuse programs, adoption preservation, and corrections. Lauren brings a client-centered, strength-based perspective to clinical work and focuses on practical, solution-oriented steps.
Her practice addresses stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, parenting challenges, self-esteem, career matters, bipolar disorder, ADHD, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Clinically, she integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-focused therapy to tailor support to each situation.
Lauren emphasizes collaborative goal setting and skill development, helping individuals explore patterns and identify manageable strategies. She provides care in English and holds an Illinois LCSW credential, bringing a pragmatic approach to complex concerns through evidence-informed methods.
Her practice addresses stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, parenting challenges, self-esteem, career matters, bipolar disorder, ADHD, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Clinically, she integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-focused therapy to tailor support to each situation.
Lauren emphasizes collaborative goal setting and skill development, helping individuals explore patterns and identify manageable strategies. She provides care in English and holds an Illinois LCSW credential, bringing a pragmatic approach to complex concerns through evidence-informed methods.
- Location:
- Illinois, United States
- Years Experience:
- 15
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Depression
Other areas of experience: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: IL LCSW 149.014605
- NPI Number: 1174196455
- License: LCSW (Illinois)
Remote session approach and methods
Lauren uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help identify and adjust unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. This approach breaks concerns into manageable steps, supports goal setting, and often involves practice of new skills between sessions. Dialectical behavior therapy is used to build practical tools for emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance, with a focus on balancing acceptance and change.
Motivational interviewing is incorporated when ambivalence about change is present; it involves collaborative conversation to clarify values and strengthen personal motivation. During remote work Lauren partners with people to set priorities, practice skills, and adapt strategies over time. Sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
What is Lauren's clinical background?
She has 15 years of experience working in a range of settings, including families, children and teens, residential substance abuse, adoption preservation, and corrections.
What credentials and license does she hold?
Lauren is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Her license is IL LCSW 149.014605.
Which languages does Lauren use in sessions?
The profile indicates she conducts services in English.
Where is she located and licensed to practice?
She is based in Illinois and holds an Illinois LCSW license.
How can clients connect with her for sessions?
Sessions can be scheduled using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
The profile notes that she does not accept international clients.
What does it cost to work with her?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Lauren?
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