Locations Rhode Island Therapists Lauren Rieger

Lauren Rieger

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW

Rhode Island Not Accepting Online

Providence Not Accepting In-person

Updated September 2, 2020

Specialties & Expertise

Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
Binge eating disorder
Body dysmorphia
Eating disorders
Personality disorders

Anxiety
Depression
Loss and grief
Trauma
Substance use

Professional statement

Lauren Rieger is a psychotherapist in Providence, RI specializing in disordered eating, with a particular clinical and research focus on binge eating disorder. She has a special interest in the relationship between trauma and eating disorders, as well as their role in the family system. Lauren's practice includes clients struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, and addiction. She also works with clients adjusting to college and other major life transitions, those seeking meaning and purpose, or grappling with spirituality and personal and/or sexual identity. Lauren provides parenting support, and especially enjoys family and couples therapy. She also has a special interest in working with women as they adjust to new motherhood, including connecting new moms to relevant resources and support systems.

Lauren received her MSW from Rhode Island College and B.A. in Political Science from Quinnipiac University. She is a Teaching Associate in Medical Education at the Alpert Medical School of Brown University where she teaches Doctoring III & IV. She completed an internship in addiction medicine and behavioral health at Roger Williams Medical Center and a psychotherapy internship at the Integrated Therapies Program at Butler Hospital, where she trained in existential and interpersonal psychotherapies. She is passionate about and grateful to be part of the recovery process.

Message to clients

A successful therapy experience begins with finding the right match. Research demonstrates time and again that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the greatest indicator for success and positive outcomes. (You don't have to marry the first therapist you meet with.) Two people can be individually incredible but just not meld together in this unique space. While shopping around can be time consuming, it may be one of the best investments you make. If you've tried therapy before and you didn't get what you need, please don't give up, try again. We all deserve to find the right match!

Specialties

Anorexia nervosa - Support around distorted body image and beliefs around food; counseling to reshape problematic behaviors and thought patterns; coping strategies for safely increasing body weight

Bulimia nervosa - Support around distorted body image and beliefs around food; counseling to reshape problematic behaviors and thought patterns; coping strategies for safely reducing or eliminating episodes of binging and purging and/fasting

Binge eating disorder - Support around distorted body image and beliefs around food; counseling to reshape problematic behaviors and thought patterns; coping strategies for reducing or eliminating episodes of binge eating

Body dysmorphia - Coping with negative beliefs and feelings of shame about one’s appearance; building skills to manage distressing situations and thought patterns

Eating disorders - Including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, purging; not wanting to give up the eating disorder; feeling lonely but struggling to eat with friends

Personality disorders - Enduring maladaptive patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience; includes narcissistic, dependent, and borderline personality disorders

Anxiety - Generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks

Depression - Sleep and energy disruption, overall mood disturbance, inability to enjoy yourself, and difficulty being motivated, amongst many other symptoms

Loss and grief - Processing the loss of a loved one, any form of grief; processing the emotional aspects of personal illness or the illness of a loved one

Trauma - Including dealing with past sexual assault, childhood trauma, environmental trauma (e.g. witnessing/experiencing violence), PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder)

Substance use - Prevent and reduce challenges related to tobacco, marijuana, and/or alcohol, such as anxiety, depression, and challenges in relationships

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

Adults (24+)
Couples
Families
Parents

Seniors (65+)
Teenagers (13-18)
Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

Lauren Rieger is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.

Out-of-pocket fees

Ongoing sessions: $200 (45min)
Initial session: $200 (60min)

Therapist's note

Lauren is not in-network with insurances, but can provide you with receipts for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

Location(s)

Providence practice

35 South Angell Street, Suite 4, Providence, RI 02906

Not accepting new clients in-person

Currently Available Times

Morning (Before 10am)
Daytime (10am - 1pm)
Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
Evening (After 5pm)
Weekends

Regular Hours

Mon 9:30am-3:00pm
Tue 8:00am-3:00pm
Wed 10:30am-7:30pm
Thu 7:30am-5:00pm
Fri Closed
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

Online Sessions (Rhode Island)

Not accepting new clients online

Currently Available Times

Morning (Before 10am)
Daytime (10am - 1pm)
Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
Evening (After 5pm)
Weekends

Regular Hours

Mon 9:30am-3:00pm
Tue 8:00am-3:00pm
Wed 10:30am-7:30pm
Thu 7:30am-5:00pm
Fri Closed
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

Work and Education

Private Practice, 2018 - Present

Be Collaborative Care, Psychotherapist, 2016 - 2018

Warren Alpert Medical School, Brown University, Teaching Associate, 2015 - Present

International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Foundation, Treasurer, 2016 - Present

Butler Hospital, Integrated Therapies Program Therapist, 2016

Butler Hospital, Integrated Therapies Psychotherapy Internship, 2015-2016

Roger Williams Medical Center, Addiction and Behavioral Health Internship, 2014-2015

Rhode Island College, MSW, 2016

Quinnipiac University, BA, 2009

Languages

English

Client testimonials

"Lauren exudes a sincere warmth, open-mindedness, and humble confidence that together make talking with her effortless. Upon meeting Lauren, I immediately felt at ease. She exudes immense compassion and empathy towards her patients, as well as a deep passion for her work. After working with her for over a year, it is obvious that she loves what she does. Put simply, she is a gifted clinician—truly one-of-a-kind—who I would highly recommend to any and all considering her services."

- Brown University medical student • December 2019

"Lauren is such a genuine person who you can tell is truly passionate about helping others and connecting with them in a way that makes you feel like you are not alone and can overcome anything. She is great at sympathizing and working with you to find underlying issues and work with you on a journey to heal."

- Division 1 college athlete • June 2017