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Dr. Lauren Woolley is a psychologist located in San Diego, CA. Dr. Woolley provides support to individuals who feel overwhelmed by the amount of stress in their lives. Many of Dr. Woolley’s clients are fatigued women who are trying to be the perfect partner, mother, employee, and still find time for themselves. This fatigue may manifest in feeling anxious, panicked, disconnected, or depressed. Dr. Woolley works with individuals by finding ways to decrease the stress load and feel more peaceful in their daily lives. Dr. Woolley offers both in person and video sessions. Her office is located in the convenient heart of Old Town with plenty of free parking and easy access to the transit center.
Dr. Woolley’s approach includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), therapy styles which help clients develop skills to deal with painful thoughts and feelings effectively, clarify what is truly important to them, and take steps towards a rich and meaningful life. Dr. Woolley helps clients identify their coping skills and teaches additional ways to practice relaxation. She also utilizes elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in her sessions, which emphasizes the importance of thought’s role in mood and actions.
Dr. Woolley earned her doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Texas Woman’s University. Her dedication to acceptance and creating a safe environment for clients promotes vulnerability, which helps drive clients towards their mental health goals.
Panic attacks / panic disorder - Brief, intense periods of overwhelming fear or anxiety
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Social anxiety - Helping clients increase confidence and ability to interact with others amidst fear of being judged, worry about embarrassment, or concern about offending others
Perfectionism - Coping with feelings of anxiety, stress, self-criticism, and procrastination; addressing unrealistic expectations of one’s self and negatively comparing self to others
Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Years of Experience: 14 years
Collaborative Psychological Services, Psychologist, 2017 - Present
Hillcrest Psychological Associates, Psychologist, 2018 - 2021
San Diego Family Care, Psychologist, 2015 - 2018
University of San Diego Counseling Center, Sr. Staff Psychologist, 2010 - 2015
University of California San Diego Counseling and Psychological Services, Postdoctoral Fellow, 2009 - 2010
University of San Diego Counseling Center, Predoctoral Intern, 2008 - 2009
Dallas County Schools, Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, 2005 - 2008
Denton ISD, Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, 2003 - 2005
Northside ISD, Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, 2000 - 2003
Texas Woman's University, PhD in Counseling Psychology, 2009
Texas Woman's Univeristy, MA in Counseling Psychology, 2007
Trinity University, MA in School Psychology, 1999
California: 23740
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