Shift how you Think. Change how you Feel.
Transform your life with personalized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy services.
Our Mission
At Think Shift CBT Solutions, we are dedicated to empowering individuals through evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy interventions. Our mission is to provide compassionate, authentic support that fosters personal growth and emotional resilience.
Meet the Founder
Lauren McCarthy, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of New York. She holds a Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Pace University.
Lauren is a kind, compassionate, and skilled clinician who works with her clients to experience an
increased sense of peace and harmony in their lives. Lauren works with adolescents and adults, and specializes in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, and General Mental Health Concerns.
Lauren utilizes evidence-based approaches to treatment, predominantly based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Dialectal Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She is also inclusive of Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing techniques to create an individualized treatment plan to facilitate meaningful change in her clients lives.
In addition, Lauren believes in power of therapeutic relationship as a key component to promote growth, self-discovery, and healing. From her experience, she approaches the therapeutic process as a collaborative effort. Lauren believes that the client is the master of their own lives and utilizes the therapist and client's skills in conjunction to create solutions to what is causing the client distress. Lauren is able to create an accepting, non-judgmental space through building trust with her clients through authenticity and positive outcomes.
Outside of Lauren’s professional life, she really enjoys spending quality time with her husband and family. Traveling, swimming, and skiing.
DISCLAIMER
If you are experiencing a psychiatric emergency, or are in crisis, dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. You may also contact the National Suicide Hotline by dialing 988. We do not offer emergency psychiatric services.
Consultations are encouraged for new patients. Appointments are required for existing patients.
INSURANCE / COST PER SESSION
Lauren McCarthy is a participating provider with Optum, Aetna, Cigna and Empire. Contact Us for additional details regarding insurance and/or Out of Pocket session rates.
Think Shift CBT: Your Partner in Mental Health
Anxiety Therapy
If you're struggling with anxiety, we're here to help. ThinkShift CBT Solutions specializes in anxiety therapy and can help you learn practical coping strategies to manage your symptoms. We'll work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that meets your unique needs.
Relationship Counseling
Relationships are an important part of our lives, but they can also be challenging. At ThinkShift, we are here to help you improve communication, build intimacy, and strengthen your relationship.
Stress Management
Stress is a natural part of life, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can have a negative impact on our mental and physical health. Our stress management services are designed to help you learn practical strategies to manage stress and improve your overall well-being.
OCD Therapy
Exposure and Response Prevention, often referred to as the “Gold Standard of Treatment,” is a powerful therapeutic intervention to help you learn to manage your OCD symptoms, and regain control of your life.