Lacy Bangert (she/her/hers)

Evidence-based short term counseling that focuses on your present situation. This approach examines how your current thoughts and feelings impact your behavior. It is a problem-solving approach and the goal is to change your thought process in order to change your situation.

Focuses on gaining a deeper understanding of your background and beliefs. In order to provide quality therapeutic services, it is vital that I acknowledge my own cultural background and how yours is different from mine. Factors that may be taken into consideration include age, beliefs, ethnicity, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status. I strive to serve you by having open communication regarding our cultural backgrounds in order to gain a deeper understanding of you

Evidence-based brief counseling that is humanistic and goal-oriented. Therapy involves exploring your desire to be successful, how you connect to others, and how you contribute to society. Learning about your personality and evaluating your current situation will help you identify your goals and take steps to improve your life.

Change is hard! Whether it is a new stage of life, new job, or new location, there are unique challenges and opportunities each time. Currently, many of us are experiencing constantly changing expectations due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the social/political challenges facing our country. You are not alone in feeling overwhelmed, having strong emotions, or even feeling a bit hopeless. I can help you address the specific changes that you are experiencing and find a path forward. ​

I really enjoy working with teenagers! I have served students aged 12-20 in an educational setting for eight years. Adolescence is a wonderful and sometimes challenging phase of life...for the teen and those around them. Changes occur constantly during these years and can lead to trouble in many areas. I can help teens and families dealing with problems or stress in the areas of academic, social, personal, and college/career development.

Life-altering experiences and trauma can impact every aspect of your existence. It can be any event that is deeply distressing or disturbing. Further, it can be very complicated as each person responds in their own way. Regardless of what has turned your world upside-down, I can provide you with a safe place to find yourself again.

When uncertainty gets in the way of accomplishing your goals. It is hard to be comfortable when everything feels uncertain. I have years of experience helping people transition between phases in their lives. Whether it is a new stage of life, new job, or new location, there are unique challenges and opportunities each time. You are not alone in feeling overwhelmed, having strong emotions, or even feeling a bit hopeless. I can help you find a path forward.

When the pressure is too intense and you are struggling to find rest. Stress impacts our ability to function and often causes problems in our school, work, or relationships. If you find that you can't seem to be able to "fix it" that might be because your brain and body can't function optimally. It can be very powerful to ask for help in times of stress. If you could use a new perspective or ideas about how to find your center and become confident, reach out to me.

When the pain of the past is interrupting your present. The fear and bothersome patterns of thought or behavior that result from trauma can keep you feeling stuck. Regardless of what has turned your world upside-down, I can provide you with a place to find yourself again.