Loren Ketelsen, MSW LCSW

I meet each person where they are, honoring their unique experiences. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable exploring your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I encourage my clients to be curious and compassionate toward their inner critic, allowing for self-awareness, exploration, and growth.

I am passionate about building genuine relationships with my clients. My approach is person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. I incorporate components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, play-based therapy, and expressive modalities to fit each client's individual needs. My hope is that our work together leaves you feeling more empowered and hopeful about what's ahead.

Specialties:

Children, Teenagers, Young Adults, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Neurodivergent Individuals, Executive Functioning, Social and Emotional Skill Development, Parent-Child Relationships, Stress Management, Peer and Relationship Difficulties, Self-Esteem and Body Image, LGBTQIA+ Identity-Related Experiences, Anxiety, Depression, and Life Transitions.

Loren holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Sewanee: The University of the South and a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Colorado, Maryland, and Illinois. Loren's professional background includes working in Chicago Public Schools, Kennedy Krieger's Early Head Start Program, and individual therapy with a specialization in working with neurodiverse clients across all ages and settings.

Outside of the therapy room, you can find Loren exploring new hiking trails, trying out new restaurants, and spending quality time with family and friends.