About Me

Lauren Emmel earned her Masters in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University Los Angeles. She is a Certified EMDR therapist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. In addition to her work as a therapist, she is a certified yoga and meditation teacher. Lauren currently works in private practice. Much of her work includes a trauma-focused approach utilizing EMDR therapy, Buddhist psychology, mindfulness approaches and LGBTQ affirmative therapy. Lauren’s specialties include addressing trauma, anxiety/depression, codependency, perinatal and postpartum anxiety and depression, addiction, and eating disorders. Lauren’s compassionate and empathetic approach to therapy provides a safe space for clients to feel seen and heard, release toxic shame, develop adaptive behaviors, and cultivate self-kindness.