Mayren Fraguela-Lam

My name is Mayren Fraguela-Lam, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addiction Professional with extensive experience supporting individuals, adolescents, and families through complex emotional, behavioral, and life-transition challenges. My work is grounded in both strong clinical training and real-world practice across mental health, trauma, and substance-use treatment settings. I began my professional journey driven by a clear purpose: to help people navigate difficult moments with structure, clarity, and evidence-based care. Over the years, I have worked with clients facing anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, relationship transitions, trauma, and co-occurring substance-use concerns. I also bring experience in behavioral health systems, allowing me to approach treatment with both clinical depth and practical insight. My clinical style is collaborative, direct, and goal-oriented. I integrate evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT-informed strategies, ACT, and trauma-informed care, tailoring treatment to each client’s needs, strengths, and readiness for change. I place strong emphasis on emotional regulation, insight development, accountability, and sustainable coping skills that translate into daily functioning. Clients often describe my approach as supportive yet honest. I believe meaningful change requires both compassion and clarity. Therapy is not just about understanding emotions—it is about learning how to respond differently, make informed decisions, and regain a sense of control and stability. My goal is to provide a safe, professional space where clients feel understood, challenged when appropriate, and empowered to move forward with confidence and resilience.