Lauren Pasternak

801-984-1717

midvale & WEST JORDAN LOCATIONS

Lauren Pasternak, cSW-I

Accepting new clients

"I view therapy as a collaborative and relational process rooted in safety, curiosity, and connection. My goal is to help clients feel supported as they build the tools to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and self-compassion. I believe growth happens when we can explore our experiences without judgment—and I feel honored to walk alongside people as they uncover their own strength and resilience."

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Learn About Lauren Pasternak, Csw-I:

Lauren Pasternak (she/her) is a Master of Social Work student at the University of Denver with bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Utah. She began her career in perinatal health research at the University of Utah and Brown University—with an emphasis on suicidality, postpartum depression, and health-related behaviors. These experiences strengthened her commitment to holistic and preventive mental health care. Lauren then worked as a psychiatric technician at Huntsman Mental Health Institute, connecting predominantly with teens and young adults. She has years of experience working with teenagers, young adults, and the perinatal population.

Lauren brings a blend of lived experience, academic knowledge, and heartfelt presence to her work. By centering empathy, compassion, and empowerment, Lauren creates a trusting space where growth feels both grounded and possible. Her approach blends humor, authenticity, and creativity to create a healing, therapeutic environment tailored to each person’s unique needs.

"Clients can expect the first few sessions with me to focus on getting to know each other and creating a space where they feel comfortable showing up as they are. We’ll talk about what brings them to therapy, what they hope might feel different in their lives, and any experiences that help me better understand their story—always moving at a pace that feels right for them. I work to create a safe, supportive environment rooted in empathy, curiosity, and respect, where clients feel accepted without judgment and have agency in the therapeutic process. My approach is collaborative, relational, and grounded in compassion, drawing on my background in psychology and social work as well as my previous experience working in mental health settings. I view clients as the experts in their own lives, and my role is to walk alongside them as they explore patterns, build coping skills, and reconnect with their resilience. When things feel overwhelming, I help clients slow down, use grounding strategies, and break challenges into manageable steps while developing practical tools they can use outside of sessions. For anyone feeling nervous about starting therapy, it’s important to know that you don’t need to have everything figured out or find the “right” words before reaching out—showing up as you are is enough. Even considering therapy often reflects a hopeful part of you that wants things to feel different, and taking that first step can open the door to meaningful support, healing, and growth." - Lauren Pasternak, CSW-I

Triona McMaster, LCSW is an approved EMDRIA Consultant and Trauma Recovery/HAP Consultant and Facilitator. She provides consultation for clinicians who are working to be EMDR trained, EMDRIA certified, and EMDRIA consultants in training (CIT). Triona is a seasoned clinician with over fifteen years of experience working with individuals of varied ages and circumstances. Her well-rounded background has given her a skill set that is well-suited to provide a comprehensive consultation experience. She is passionate about helping clinicians incorporate EMDR therapy into their practice as well as gain confidence in their techniques. EMDR CLINICIANS: CLICK HERE FOR CONSULTATION REGISTRATION

INSURANCE & BILLING

At Life Stone, we’re dedicated to making mental health care simple and accessible for you. That’s why we work with a wide range of insurance providers to ensure you get the support you need. We offer free benefit verification and take the time to explain your coverage in clear, easy-to-understand terms—so you can focus on what matters most: your healing and well-being.