Lauren Metzger, LCSW
Life is a journey, and I value your openness in allowing me to be part of it while you navigate a challenging time. Whether it is transitioning into parenthood, feeling anxious, or struggling with negative body image and disordered eating, I want to work collaboratively with you to build confidence and coping skills. I am warm and supportive, and my counseling style combines techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and compassion focused therapy. Before private practice, I worked as an inpatient and outpatient therapist for a hospital based eating disorders program, and was a behavioral health provider for an obstetrics and gynecological clinic, assisting people with pregnancy and postpartum concerns.
When not working, I enjoy running, exploring the trails of Oregon and visiting national parks with my husband; we hope to see a national park in every state that has one.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
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BA from Kenyon College in Ohio, graduated with high honors
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MA in Social Work from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
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Extensive postgraduate training in eating disorder treatment
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Continuing education in Mindfulness, Trauma Informed Care, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Substance Use in Pregnancy, and Anxiety and Mood Disorders
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
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Columbia River Eating Disorder Network
LOCATION, HOURS AND INSURANCE
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I see clients Tuesdays through Fridays in Multnomah Village and virtually
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In-network with Moda, Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Cigna, Regence Blue Cross and most affiliated BCBS plans
Oregon Licensed Clinical Social Work Number: L6898