Licensed Psychologist in Spokane, WA

Therapy with a Spokane Psychologist

You’ve tried going it alone. You’ve told yourself if you just try a little harder, wait a little longer, things will get better. But you are still struggling. It’s time to reach out for some much needed support.

Hi! I’m Lauren, a Spokane psychologist.

My name is Dr. Lauren Koch (pronounced “Cook”). Feel free to call me Lauren. I’m a licensed psychologist in Spokane, WA. I provide therapy to adults in the aftermath of trauma, adults with combat PTSD, and high achieving adults who are experiencing anxiety. I became a psychologist because I know what it’s like to feel hurt and alone, without a clear sense of how to move forward. While I may not share your exact experiences, you’ll find that I can still connect with your pain. I build collaborative relationships with my patients. We work together to move through difficult experiences and build a foundation for a rich, meaningful life.

Becoming a psychologist in Spokane.

I completed my undergraduate education at the University of Washington, where I developed an interest in the treatment of psychological trauma. I later earned my doctorate at the University of California, Santa Barbara and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. I received extensive training in the research and treatment of PTSD.

Therapy with a licensed psychologist.

The process of therapy will include compassion, empathy, and humor. You can scroll down to read more about my approach to therapy, as well as my training and experience. But I know you can’t really tell if someone is the right fit for you by reading a resume (you can find that here if you are interested). So, contact me for a free 15-minute phone consultation with a psychologist in Spokane, WA.

My Approach to Therapy

As a psychologist, my approach to therapy varies to meet your individual needs. My training included psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapies and my approach to therapy is informed by both.

More specifically, I often utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) when working with high achieving adults with anxiety. I am also a certified Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapist—one of the gold-standard treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and combat PTSD.