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Lauren Grassi, LCSW

New Jersey LCSW supporting LGBTQ and anxiety
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Grief and intimacy
  • LGBTQ identity support

About Lauren Grassi

Lauren Grassi is licensed in New Jersey and brings ten years of professional clinical experience to her work with individuals facing stress and anxiety, LGBTQIA+ concerns including questions about sexual and gender identity, grief and loss, and intimacy-related challenges. She focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where people can name and explore their thoughts and feelings - a setting intended to foster honest reflection and gradual change. Lauren frames the decision to begin therapy as a courageous first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life, and she aims to offer support and empowerment throughout that process.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lauren combines clinical knowledge with empathic listening to help clients identify goals and move toward meaningful shifts. Her approach emphasizes collaboration, respect for each person s unique experience, and practical steps that align with an individual's values and needs. Lauren works to make the therapeutic relationship a steady source of encouragement as clients navigate transitions, repair relationships, and build more satisfying ways of living.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lauren Grassi have?

Lauren Grassi has 15 years of experience.

Is Lauren Grassi a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is listed as NJ LCSW 44SC05688200.

In which languages does Lauren Grassi provide therapy?

Lauren Grassi provides therapy in English.

Where is Lauren Grassi located?

She is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Lauren Grassi as my therapist?

You can work with Lauren Grassi through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lauren Grassi work with international clients?

Lauren Grassi does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lauren Grassi cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Virtual Sessions Be a Good Match?

Many people wonder whether therapy delivered online can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and life transitions, online therapy is often comparable in effectiveness to traditional face-to-face sessions and can offer a viable option for getting support.

One major benefit is flexibility - clients can connect with their therapist in the format that fits their life, choosing video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This adaptability can make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to attend sessions around work, family, and other responsibilities.

Therapists who offer remote sessions are licensed professionals, and clients can seek a different clinician if they feel a change would be a better fit. For many people, online therapy provides a practical and accessible pathway to work on emotional concerns, relationships, and coping strategies while adapting to individual schedules and needs.

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