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Lauren Paniati, MSW, LMSW, LGSW

Staff Psychotherapist Dandelion Psychotherapy PLLC d/b/a Dandelion Counseling & Care
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available next week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, LGBTQIA+, Grief
In network with Aetna, Cigna Healthcare, CareFirst BCBS - DC National Capital Area, Evernorth Behavioral Health, Johns Hopkins Health Plans,

Introduction

Lauren Paniati is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker in Washington, DC, who provides therapy for individuals across the lifespan, including adolescents, college students, and adults. She practices with a trauma-sensitive, culturally-affirming approach, using collaboration, creativity, and compassion to meet each person’s needs and work towards their wellness goals. Her clinical focus includes trauma, ADHD, life transitions, and grief and loss.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Specialties

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Groups

Communities

  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual
  • Trans & Non-Binary
  • LGBTQIA+

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Lauren Paniati, MSW, LMSW, LGSW accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • CareFirst BCBS - DC National Capital Area
  • Evernorth Behavioral Health
  • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
  • Curative

Pay out-of-pocket

  • 90791 $225
  • 90837 $200

Locations

Dandelion Counseling & Care - Tenleytown Room #1
Washington, DC 20016-1856
Dandelion Counseling & Care - Tenleytown Room #5
Washington, DC 20016-1856
Dandelion Counseling & Care- Tenleytown Room #2
Washington, DC 20016-1856
Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Social Work - University of Maryland Baltimore
  • Master's Degree, Social Work - Master Social Work University of Maryland, Baltimore

FAQ

Is Lauren Paniati, MSW, LMSW, LGSW accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Lauren Paniati, MSW, LMSW, LGSW is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Lauren Paniati, MSW, LMSW, LGSW also offers a free consultation.
Does Lauren Paniati, MSW, LMSW, LGSW offer telehealth appointments? Lauren Paniati, MSW, LMSW, LGSW does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Lauren Paniati, MSW, LMSW, LGSW specialize in? Lauren Paniati, MSW, LMSW, LGSW specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, Grief, LGBTQIA+, and Trauma.
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