Hey there, I'm Lauren (she/her)
Trauma Therapist, Clinical Supervisor, & Founder of Story of Things Therapy & Consulting, LLC
I’m a queer therapist, mom, and overthinker turned meaning-maker—and I believe the stories we carry shape how we see ourselves, our relationships, and the paths we choose.
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I specialize in working with adults navigating identity, life transitions, and the complicated, often tender process of growing a family—especially within the LGBTQIA+ community. Whether you’re exploring your gender or sexuality, unpacking the stress of caregiving or career change, or walking the winding road of fertility, I offer a space where all parts of you are welcome.
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Before becoming a therapist, I worked in leadership roles where I witnessed just how much we all crave being seen and supported. Now, I help people rewrite old narratives, connect with their values, and move through uncertainty with more self-trust and confidence. My approach is relational, affirming, and rooted in the belief that healing happens when we feel safe enough to be honest—with ourselves and with each other.
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Therapy with me won’t be about fixing you. You’re not broken. It’s about making space for your becoming.
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Outside of sessions, you’ll find me chasing joy (and snacks) with my wife and kids, reading too many books at once, and trying to spend more time outside than online.
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If you're ready to feel a little more like yourself again—or you’re not sure who that is yet—I’d be honored to walk with you.
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Hi! I am Ashlee (she/her)
I am a licensed social worker, program strategist & manager, and therapist who’s passionate about building systems of care that actually care.
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While I’m not currently accepting therapy clients, I bring years of clinical and community health experience to the behind-the-scenes work at Story of Things. From designing wellness programs to supporting families through complex transitions, I’ve spent my career focused on both the personal and the systemic—where emotional well-being meets policy, planning, and prevention.
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I’m especially interested in how we create affirming, accessible care for LGBTQIA+ individuals, caregivers, and anyone navigating identity and health-related change. I’ve worked with diverse communities as a therapist, health promotion specialist, and medical social worker, always aiming to connect the dots between what people need and what systems should be doing to support them.
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When I’m not thinking in spreadsheets or storylines, I’m likely spending time with my wife Lauren (yep, that Lauren), our kids, and our growing plant collection. I’m a detail-oriented big-picture thinker who believes healing happens in community—and that every wellness journey deserves thoughtful design behind it.
Therapist & Founder of Story of Things Therapy & Consulting, LLC
ABOUT US
Get to Know Us A Little Better
BEST FEELING
Excitement! I love making the routine, everyday moments a little more exciting.
FAVORITE TV-SHOW
New Girl is the only correct answer.
I LOVE TO
MY FAVORITE FOOD
Hammock & Read romance books
Sushi
FAVORITE ARTIST
Noah Kahan & Tame Impala
FAVORITE ARTIST
Sara Bareilles
Lauren
Ashlee
WORK WITH US
Let's Create Something Amazing
INDIVIDUAL & FAMILY THERAPY
Life gets complicated. We offer a compassionate, safe space where you and your loved ones can explore emotions, improve communication, and build resilience. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, relationship changes, or the unique challenges around fertility and caregiving, therapy with me is tailored to your story.
FERTILITY CONSULTATION
Navigating fertility journeys is deeply personal and often complex. I offer specialized consultations for intended parents and care teams, helping to integrate emotional wellness into your fertility process. These sessions include collaborative support and resources to make this chapter more manageable and hopeful.
CLINICAL SUPERVISION & PRIVATE PRACTICE CONSULTATION
Are you a clinician wanting guidance on your clinical skills or ready to start or grow your private practice? I provide supportive, strengths-based supervision and practical coaching to help you build confidence, refine your therapeutic approach, and create a thriving, sustainable practice.
WORKPLACE WELLNESS SOLUTIONS
Healthy teams create successful organizations. I partner with businesses to design wellness programs that reduce burnout, improve communication, and foster a culture of care and resilience. From workshops to ongoing coaching, I help your workplace become a space where people can thrive.
Therapy with Story of Things
Be Seen, Begin Healing
You're navigating a life transition and want support making sense of the story you're living.
​You’ve been holding it together for everyone else, and now you're ready for space to focus on yourself.
You’re feeling stuck—emotionally, creatively, or in relationships—and want help moving forward.
You want a therapist who deeply understands the nuances of queer identity, partnership, and chosen family.
You're navigating the emotional weight of infertility, trying to conceive, or exploring paths to parenthood.
There is no template for queer joy. That's what makes it ours.