Lauren Cozzolino, LPC -The Light Within Us Holistic Counseling

Lauren Cozzolino, LPC -The Light Within Us Holistic Counseling Holistic trauma-informed mental health counselor. Youth & families. LGBTQIA+ affirming. SSP certified

Kansas’s SB244 law is a disaster. If you are an ally, now is the time to put that love and support into action for the t...
02/28/2026

Kansas’s SB244 law is a disaster. If you are an ally, now is the time to put that love and support into action for the trans community. Counselors and social workers, don’t forget our ethical obligation to address systems of oppression that harm clients. Trans people have never been and will not ever be hidden from daily life. I am following the and for updates on their legal pushback. But in the meantime let’s get to work and get calling/emailing. Share this post or other posts to spread awareness. Scroll to the end for crisis hotlines if needed.

Okay wait how have I not posted about this book yet?! I am such a fan of Jessica McCabe, her YouTube channel, and this b...
02/26/2026

Okay wait how have I not posted about this book yet?! I am such a fan of Jessica McCabe, her YouTube channel, and this book. This book is so human, so relatable, so honest, and so compassionate. It’s such a great tool for ADHDers to increase self-understanding, and I’ve often asked parents and partners of ADHDers to read this to better understand their loved ones. I can’t recommend this book enough!


02/25/2026

Have ADHD and you constantly feel like you’re going to get in trouble? This could be why!

Things your favorite neurodivergent person might *really* want for Valentine’s Day, and every day, from one neurodiverge...
02/14/2026

Things your favorite neurodivergent person might *really* want for Valentine’s Day, and every day, from one neurodivergent person to another 💗

Neurodiversity is not a one size fits all- these are just common themes many of us experience!

Candy hearts, but make them neurodiversity affirming Swipe → ♡♡♡
02/14/2026

Candy hearts, but make them neurodiversity affirming

Swipe → ♡♡♡

A reminder that collecting a bunch of tiny peaceful moments will add up to a more peaceful life ☮️
02/10/2026

A reminder that collecting a bunch of tiny peaceful moments will add up to a more peaceful life ☮️

Hi everyone 👋🏻 I wanted to take a moment to re-introduce myself & share what I’m all about at The Light Within Us 💫 ✨I ...
02/06/2026

Hi everyone 👋🏻 I wanted to take a moment to re-introduce myself & share what I’m all about at The Light Within Us 💫

✨I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) providing in-person and telehealth sessions in New Jersey
✨I am a holistic trauma counselor specializing in Complex Trauma (CPTSD), LGBTQIA+ affirming care 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️, & neurodiversity affirming care
✨I am all about mind-body-spirit healing, and so I have training in Polyvagal Theory (all about nervous system regulation and somatic healing), the Safe & Sound Protocol (a Polyvagal Theory informed listening therapy to re-tune the nervous system), and EFT Tapping (a somatic-cognitive-energy based technique for healing working with the energy meridians in the body)
✨I use a ton of mindfulness, meditation, guided visualizations, breathing, somatic exercises, and frequency music in therapy sessions
✨It’s very hard for me to go an entire session without mentioning the work of Dr. Brené Brown and Shame Resilience Theory (all about values, authenticity, shame and shame resilience, perfectionism, joy, Wholehearted Living, etc.). I am even a published researcher based on her work!
✨My office is a safe space to process and explore deep existential and spiritual topics (that’s what I do in most of my free time anyway, am I right?!) Absolutely nothing is too “woo woo” for me
✨I hold a firm and loud stance that therapy is political. Not only does our code of ethics mandate us to advocate against systems of harm and oppression that negatively impact our clients, but it is not actually possible to be culturally sensitive and trauma informed in today’s world without openly addressing political unrest and discriminatory policies and laws that cause real stress and danger for people
✨While I don’t use it in clinical therapy sessions, I am Reiki attuned and it’s my favorite coping skill
✨I’m currently enrolled in 200-hour yoga teacher training 🧘🏻‍♀️ and ACEP’s Thought Field Therapy (TFT) training 🧠 which is super exciting - I’ll be able to ethically incorporate both of these into counseling sessions
✨I’m a nerd and love all things whimsical, fairy, & Star Wars
✨I’m honored to hold space for you

A Polyvagal Theory trained therapist’s thoughts on how to not betray our nervous systems while we process the killing of...
01/09/2026

A Polyvagal Theory trained therapist’s thoughts on how to not betray our nervous systems while we process the killing of Renee Good.

My deepest and truly heartfelt sympathy and solidarity is extended to Renee’s wife, child, family, and community. I stand in shock and heartbreak with you.

I’m tired.Tired of opening my phone and seeing someone’s last moments.I’m tired of violence being replayed, shared, deba...
01/08/2026

I’m tired.
Tired of opening my phone and seeing someone’s last moments.
I’m tired of violence being replayed, shared, debated, and consumed like normal news content.

Witnessing repeated images and videos of people being harmed or killed online is a form of collective trauma. Even if it didn’t happen to us directly, our nervous systems can still become flooded and overwhelmed. Witnessing trauma happening to someone else can impact us deeply, too.

This kind of exposure can deepen fear, grief, numbness, rage, or hopelessness. There is nothing wrong with you if you feel overwhelmed, activated, shut down, or exhausted. You are not “too sensitive”- These are normal protective responses.

A few trauma-informed ways to cope with the state of the world right now:
•Limit exposure: You are allowed to look away. Staying informed does not require consuming graphic content over and over and over, especially if you’re someone who is vulnerable to rumination.
•Ground the body: Slow breaths, feet on the floor, lay on your back, use your five senses to bring awareness to your presence in the here and now. Notice all the cues of safety around you to let your nervous system take a breather. Come back to the moment.
•Connect: Talk about how this impacts you with people who are safe for you. Collective trauma needs collective care. And good support is one of the most important protective factors against preventing traumatic responses to stressful things. We are vulnerable when we are alone.
•Rest is resistance: You don’t have to be “strong” all the time. Your nervous system deserves gentleness. This especially goes to advocates and people engaging in the “boots on the ground” work- rest is essential to prevent serious burnout.
•Find the common humanity: It’s critical in times like these to look around and notice all the great people doing great things. Humanity, kindness, and compassion are everywhere. May we never forget that. May we never stop paying forward to each other.

*Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. Social media cannot replace individualized care.*

Please join me in saying this prayer for trans and gender diverse people all over the globe. What should be a given, the...
11/20/2025

Please join me in saying this prayer for trans and gender diverse people all over the globe. What should be a given, the dignity and safety of all people, continues to still be desired goal. Let’s lock arms to generate a collective shift and create this reality for the beautiful trans humans all over the world who just want to exist in peace 🏳️‍⚧️🤍

If you need support, you can call the following hotlines. Many of them have chat or text options as well and are accessi...
11/19/2025

If you need support, you can call the following hotlines. Many of them have chat or text options as well and are accessible 24/7:

1. RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-HOPE

2. National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233

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