About Me
My name is Lauren Silvers and I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of Washington. I provide psychotherapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Specifically, my practice focuses on childhood behavioral problems including aggression, poor interpersonal skills, disobedience, hyperactivity and impulsivity. I also specialize in anxiety, phobias, avoidance behaviors as well as toileting issues. I enjoy collaborating with parents and developing strategies to improve a child’s behavior and emotional health whereby achieving greater family harmony.
My treatment approach
My theoretical approach to therapy is integrative; meaning that I will choose the appropriate treatment modality based on the specific needs of my patient. Specifically, I utilize cognitive-behavioral, family systems, behavioral and interpersonal theories to guide my practice. Parent coaching is often a large focus of treatment, particularly in younger children.
My training & Experience
I received my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Seattle Pacific University, an APA-accredited institution. I completed a pre-doctoral internship at Children’s Hospital and Research Center Oakland working with underprivileged families. Additionally, my clinical experience includes working with children and parents at the University of Washington Parenting Clinic. I have been trained in many empirically-based treatments and use an evidenced-based approach in treating my patients. This means that I use current, research-validated techniques to meet the needs of my patients.
I am a certified group leader through The Incredible Years®, which is an intervention that I often use in my practice. I also offer group treatment using this program through FamilyWise Northwest.
I have been in private practice since 2010. I am the Managing Partner of Eastside Psychological Associates and enjoy helping early career psychologists launch their practices and fill the need in our community for mental health providers.
My Practice
Appointments
Appointments are scheduled by calling or emailing me directly.
Please note that I do not provide comprehensive evaluation services.
Due to my limited practice, I do not accept patients who are likely to require intensive therapy or psychiatric hospitalization. If you believe you will require a higher level of care than I am able to provide, please let me know and I can refer you to an appropriate provider.
Fees
The first session, also called an intake appointment, is our opportunity to have a candid conversation about the presenting concerns and other relevant information. These sessions typically last between 60-90 minutes. The charge for the first appointment is $280. This includes time spent in the initial interview, scoring of any evaluation questionnaires, review of previous records and phone contacts with individuals such as teachers. My hourly fee (55-minutes) is $190 ($110 for half-hour appointments). It is sometimes appropriate to schedule longer appointments for family therapy sessions; the fee for which is pro-rated based on my hourly fee. In addition to session time, it is my practice to charge a pro-rated amount based on my hourly fee for other professional services you may require such as report writing, extended telephone conversations (10+ minutes), and school or home visits (including travel time).
Insurance
Some or all of the fees for psychological services may be covered by your health insurance. It is important that you find out the details of your coverage. Co-pays and co-insurance fees are due at time of service. Please remember that if your insurance company refuses to pay for services rendered, you are responsible for providing payment.
I am currently a preferred provider for the following insurance carriers: First Choice Health Network and Cigna.
*Please note that effective January 1, 2024, I am no longer part of the Premera network and affiliated plans.
EXTRA INFO
Please note that Eastside Psychological Associates is not a group practice, but a group of independently practicing professionals who share certain expenses and administrative functions. While the members share a name and website, I am completely independent in providing clinical services and I alone am fully responsible for those services. My professional records are separately maintained and no member of the group can have access to them without your specific, written permission.
THE INCREDIBLE YEARS PARENT PROGRAM
Parenting is hard. And if you have a challenging child, it can feel impossible at times. Through FamilyWise Northwest, Dr. Emily Rastall and I offer an evidence-based parenting program for parents of young children with disruptive and hard to manage behaviors. The Incredible Years® has decades of research supporting its efficacy in reducing child behavior problems, strengthening family relationships, improving social skills and school success, increasing compliance and emotional regulation, and restoring peace and harmony to households. Please visit our website for more information.
Media appearances
The Risks of Overindulging Your Child. NPR, LifeKit Interview. September 2023.
Seattle Now: Pro tips on helping kids readjust to school. NPR, KUOW. April 2021