Connected Path Counseling

03/10/2026

Lauren will be taking a break from her private practice to focus on personal matters. But, you can stay connected with her on social media for now at The Parenting Haven (Facebook and Instagram). There has been such a demand for parenting support that Lauren has created The Parenting Haven and will continue to build out this community over the coming months. Stay tuned!

02/02/2026

Happy International Play Therapy Week 2026!

It's International Play Therapy Week! We are thankful for this modality and all the play therapy professionals out there that understand the therapeutic powers of play and the importance of play the neurodivergent way - which is always okay! 🎉

01/25/2026

12/09/2025

Check out Lauren's latest blog article: "How to Choose a Mental Health Therapist for Your Child"

We love when parents come to us saying they have options and ask us questions to make sure we are the best fit! It's your child and they matter. We hope this article empowers you to know what to ask a potential therapist.

Every therapist is unique and we all have different strengths. So how do you find the right fit for your child if they need a therapist. Here are 3 tips to consider and questions to ask a potential therapist.

11/24/2025

🦃 **It's Thanksgiving Week!** 🦃

Kids are off school. You've got a little breathing room. The turkey's not in the oven yet. You know what that means?

It's the PERFECT time to do something for your daughter that doesn't involve explaining why she can't have pie for breakfast.

✨ Sign her up for the **WellFit Girls Summit Sisters Program!**

✨While you're busy figuring out if anyone actually likes green bean casserole, give your teen daughter the gift of empowerment, confidence, and an amazing community of girls who totally get her.

Because let's be honest — she's going to need something to talk about at the dinner table besides how "boring" family time is. 😉

👉 Make this Thanksgiving week count! Enroll her in Summit Sisters and give her something to be truly thankful for.

https://wellfitgirls.org/programs/summit-sisters/

11/24/2025

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11/12/2025

🎉 Excited to share that Wellfit Girls is hosting an open house at lululemon! You don't want to miss this fun and engaging evening they have planned.

Wellfit Girls leadership program empowers high school girls to develop confidence, wellness habits, and leadership skills, culminating in a weeklong outdoor expedition. Join them to learn more about how they're building the next generation of strong, capable young women.

Whether you're a parent, educator, community leader, or simply passionate about teen empowerment, we'd love to see you there. Come connect with their team, meet some of their amazing participants, and discover how you can get involved.

Looking forward to seeing you! 💪✨

10/31/2025

If you’ve ever wondered what play therapy is, this is a great explanation!

10/28/2025

The power of play! MRIs can be overwhelming for adults. Imagine what a child experiences. The data speaks for itself. Go Lego!

Play-based LEGO® MRI Scanner set reduces anxiety and sedation for children in hospitals worldwide

10/25/2025

“Therapy doesn’t need to be comfortable to be good. But for many neurodivergent clients, safety begins in recognition, the moment the therapist stops translating difference into disorder.

Because healing doesn’t happen when someone finally teaches you to act normal. It happens when someone meets you as you are and says, nothing about you needs fixing to be understood.”

Neurodivergence, empathy, and the politics of therapy Too many neurodivergent people enter therapy only to find themselves re-enacting the very dynamics that brought them there. Being misunderstood.

10/10/2025

It's okay to ask for help 💚

Today we join the world in recognizing World Mental Health Day. This year, we want to remind everyone: It’s okay to ask for help. 🙌

Whether you’re a child, a parent, or a professional, seeking support for mental health is a courageous and important step. As play therapists, we are here to help children express their emotions, heal, and grow in safe, supportive environments. 🌱

Your mental health journey matters. You don’t have to walk it alone. 💚

10/09/2025

Lauren had so much fun touring the Golisano Childrens Museum Of Naples today! Such a creative, inspiring, and engaging place for kids. A play therapist’s dream.

Thank you to Kayla for the personal tour! Looking forward to even more fun at the museum soon.