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Lauren Velez

Social work Metanoia Therapy & Wellness
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Chronic Illness
In network with Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health

Introduction

I'm Lauren Velez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Metanoia Therapy & Wellness. Throughout my career, I've supported women and young adults through anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, grief, and life transitions—often during their most vulnerable moments. I started this practice with intention and warmth because I knew people deserved compassionate, individualized mental health support. My approach combines evidence-based psychotherapy with somatic practices, helping clients move beyond coping toward lasting healing. I work with adults ages 24 and older, including elders, and draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), behavioral therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), psychodynamic therapy, and somatic techniques. Metanoia means the journey of changing one's mind, heart, and spirit—that's exactly what I hope you'll experience. I offer telehealth sessions, accept several major insurances, and we are currently accepting new clients.

GENDER Female
RACE & ETHNICITY Hispanic/Latinx

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance
  • Offers superbills

Licenses

  • LCSW #129526 (CA)

Specialties

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Communities

  • Cancer

Age groups

  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Lauren Velez accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health

Pay out-of-pocket

  • 15 Minute Consultation $0

Locations

Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Clinical Social Work - University of Southern California

Certifications

  • Somatic

FAQ

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