Lauren Oestmann, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, IL

Licensed

Online Counseling

(36 reviews)

LCSW Lauren Oestmann

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

Lauren Oestmann is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

More about me

Licensing: LCSW Years in Practice: 14 State: Illinois

Welcome! First I would like to commend you on reaching out for help, as I know this can be the most challenging part. It takes a lot of courage to share your story and struggles.

My name is Lauren and I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Illinois. I have over 13 years of experience working in a wide range of settings. I have worked with families, children and teens, residential substance abuse, private practice, adoption preservation and corrections.

My style can be described as client centered, strength based and solution focused. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, trauma focused therapy, mindfulness and solution - focused therapy.

If you have any questions feel free to reach out by message through Better Help. I look forward to working with you soon.

About online counseling

Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Issues: Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Anger management Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD
Languages Spoken: English

Services offered

Professional, confidential, and judgment-free

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Please note: It can take up to 24-48 hours to be matched to a therapist.

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Lauren has helped me navigate multiple difficult situations (even my wedding!) and relationships calmly with patience, kindness, and great advice! She is able to help me see other perspectives, and find tools that work for me that I can apply to the current and future situations. She has a great attitude and calming presence. I am lucky to have gotten such a great match! I know she has my well being in mind 100% of the time!

Lauren is a great therapist who lets you talk as much as you want but also challenges you about your belief system. At the end of session she gives you work to do and things to think about. I’ve noticed the improvements already even after just a few sessions. I highly recommend her to improve yourself.

Lauren is perfect at exploring my past and traumas, she's excellent at guiding our conversations where I would never think of going; discovering stuff about my past and even myself that I never knew or would think of. She's very understanding and caring, she's never gone anywhere I don't want to and always asks if I want to talk about whatever sensitive topic might arise. Lauren is my first ever therapist, and I couldn't be more pleased.

I’ve always been able to reach Lauren in between our sessions. She remembers details and I never have to retell a story. Her knowledge from her previous career experiences has allowed her to provide me with comforting insight. I was worried about disliking virtual but with Lauren it feels the same as in person. She pays great attention and remembers all the crazy pieces of my life. She allows time for us to talk about each topic in a session. She’s validated my feelings while also telling me how to work on parts of myself. I feel like I’m in great hands.

Lauren is a fantastic listener and provides good advice that makes me consider my behavior and actions, but I never feel like she shames or judges me. Overall, a great experience.

She’s truly amazing. So happy we found her. The best therapist I’ve worked with.

I’ve only had one session, but Lauren listened to everything I said and can’t wait to have more sessions in the future!

Soooo understanding. You can spell out all your shortcomings and she’ll show you how to still love yourself despite it all. She’s the best.

I’ve been to therapy a few different times now and I’ve never felt so comfortable and heard as I have in my sessions with Lauren. She is so sweet and easy to talk to, but will also point out unhealthy behavior and thoughts when she hears them (and after you’ve settled in). I feel like I’ve grown so much since I’ve started therapy with her. If you’re looking for someone that’s easy to talk to and someone that you can actually talk with and not talk at, then I highly recommend Lauren!

Lauren really listens abd is willing to challenge your thought patterns and behaviors.

Lauren is very good at what she does! She listens and does give good feedback and support. I want to give her a special thanks for being kind and attentive in every one of my sessions. Thank you!!!

Lauren always made me feel validated and I could always tell she was truly listening to what I was saying. I'm so thankful to have gotten to talk with her.

Lauren had been so supportive. Listens to my concerns, never passes judgement but gives me great perspective and encouragements. She’s the best. Love her.

Lauren has been nothing short of helpful whenever I need her. My life has drastically changed since we’ve started talking and my only regret about it is not talking to her sooner.

Good listener, very kind. Responsive to messages.

Lauren listens first, offers advice, and follows up. She is great.

She’s amazing as well as very patient & helpful. Very thankful for her time.

Amazing therapist!

Lauren is absolutely amazing. I was unsure about starting therapy as a male but after my first session with Lauren I was so happy I did. She listens, is attentive, provides great feedback, and has provided me with tools to help with my anxiety. She deserves a raise.

Lauren is the absolute best. She always listens to my concerns and is always the sweetest and nicest person to me. I always feel amazing after I’m done talking to her. I would recommend her to everyone!

I have appreciated her thoughtfulness during this process. She listens to my concerns and helps me problem solve . Her therapeutic approach was much needed for me. I highly recommend her!

Such a great therapist.

She is honestly very good at her job. I don’t know what else to say without making it sound disingenuous

Lauren is great!

Lauren really takes the time to understand how you feel, and makes you feel better after each session.

Lauren is a great therapist! Her way of going about therapy really suites my needs and it’s been helping me through difficult times! It’s like texting a diary friend!

Lauren so far is great, I’m comfortable with her which takes a lot for me to get that way. She also works around my schedule to make sure I get my session in. I look forward to my progress with her.

Have been seeing Lauren for around 6 months and she is has been wonderful and truly has been a breath of fresh air. This was my first time ever seeking counselling and was very hesitant and nervous, but that quickly faded away the more I spoke with Lauren. She is incredible with what she does, is an amazing listener, and her techniques work in a way that naturally lets you bring topics out without feeling uncomfortable. I feel like I could tell her anything. She is highly skilled in what she does and truly can’t imagine seeing anybody else. Hope to continue counselling with her as she has already been such a huge help. I highly recommend Lauren to anybody out there who needs help.

Lauren has made my experience with therapy a very positive and enjoyable one. That is not something I thought I would ever say about therapy, but here I am saying it. Lauren is an amazing listener and guide during our sessions and even when I don't have the words to express something or answer a question, she still seems to understand what I try to or want to say, which is a testament of her qualification as a therapist. I would be quick to recommend her to someone struggling mentally. She will not disappoint and help you find your way to where you want to be.

Lauren the REAL MVP!!!

Lauren is exactly what I have been looking for in a therapist - someone who is available, listens to my struggles, asks thoughtful questions, and challenges me to better understand why I am feeling a certain way. I didn't have great luck with the two previous therapists I was assigned when I first signed up for Betterhelp but Lauren has been excellent thus far.

She’s so understanding and often responds fast. She listens and helps guide you toward a better life!

Lauren has been an exceptional support during an incredibly challenging period over the last few weeks. She was curious to understand my circumstances fully, and then supportive by providing thoughtful responses and perspective to help guide my feelings and thoughts. She was also honest, direct and challenged me appropriately and professionally. I absolutely welcome the opportunity to work with her again when the time is right for me to re-engage.

Lauren is an exception listener, she is attentive, and patient. She provides a great balance between being in the moment and providing perspective, while also offering materials and practical tools for dealing with your mental health practice. Working with her is also so uncomplicated. She is there for every meeting, responsive on chat and generally conveys a sense of professionalism alongside her easy going personality that puts you at ease during your sessions. Lauren is an exceptional help and comes highly recommended- thank you!

I’ve only had one session and can already tell she is very good in her field. She doesn’t seem like just another counselor.

Lauren is kind, has a human approach and offers support in the least judgemental way I’ve ever experienced. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs someone to talk to without feeling like they’re being overly analyzed. I’m sure she tailors the approach based on client preferences, but she genuinely makes me feel like I’m being seen and heard and not pathologized which can be hard to find in therapy

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