Lauryn Fjell, MSW, LMSW

Maybe you are the person who “has it all together.” Deep down, however, you may be struggling with childhood trauma, attachment wounds, relationship trauma, or boundary setting. You might be grieving the loss of a loved one and looking for ways to stay connected to them. At the same time, you may feel unseen by those around you.

Maybe you are a teen or young adult navigating the complex realities of growing up. You may be managing relationships while deciding what you want for your future. Or perhaps you simply want a space to vent and express your feelings about the current state of the world.

Creating an emotionally safe space is central to my work. Here, you can share all parts of who you are and feel totally seen, perhaps for the first time. Together, we’ll help you connect with your emotions and build skills that keep you aligned with yourself and your values. You’ll learn to sit with discomfort without becoming overwhelmed.

I also support clients in processing traumatic experiences. These may include childhood trauma, relationship violence, infertility, pregnancy loss, or other events that have led you to form beliefs such as “I’m not good enough” or “I’m not worthy of love.”

I have a direct yet soft approach. I believe therapy is most effective when I show up as my whole self. We’ll discuss the tough things, but I’ll also celebrate your wins. I’m always down to talk about TV shows, pets, and hobbies, too. Therapy doesn’t have to focus only on sad feelings!

My Background and Experience

I’ve spent more than half a decade working with individuals and families affected by domestic abuse. I’ve also educated others about the complexities of intimate partner violence. This work inspired me to pursue my Master’s in Social Work, which I earned from Arizona State University in 2024.

During my training, I offered crisis-response services at the scene of 911 calls. In addition, I provided individual therapy to people experiencing traumatic grief. I also completed a fellowship with Hospice of the Valley, where I had the honor of supporting people receiving end-of-life care.

As a queer social worker, I care deeply about social justice. I use an anti-oppression framework both professionally and personally. When I’m not working, I enjoy reading romance and fiction, caring for my houseplants, crafting, and spending time with my three rescue pups.

If therapy with me sounds like it may be a good fit, I encourage you to reach out and schedule a free 15-minute consultation!

My Specialties Include:

• Attachment Wounds
• Adolescent Development
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy
• Grief & Loss
• Infertility and Pregnancy Loss
• LGBTQ+ Community
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
• Relationship Dynamics
• Relationship Violence
• Trauma Therapy