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Lauren Florio

Specialties and Certifications


● Autism & ADHD Assessment Specialist
● Neurodiversity Specialist
● Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Specialist for skill building
● Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for Trauma
● Somatic Therapy for Mind-Body Healing
● Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

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Life Experience

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● Personally went through the journey of ADHD & Autism diagnosis, Late Diagnosed AuDHD

● Strong personal understanding of sensory and executive function challenges

● Personally experiences and navigates ARFID & PDA

● Lived experience with both cPTSD and PTSD; growing up below the poverty line, loss of a parent at a young age,  and both domestic and sexual abuse survivor

● In a neurodiverse relationship

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Education

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● Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology - National University, San Diego

● Bachelors of Arts, Psychology - California State University, Chico

● Associate in Arts, Psychology -  Butte College, Oroville 

● Specialized Training in DBT, EMDR, Somatic Therapy and Neurodiversity 

Lauren’s Story

I'm Lauren Florio, a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in neurodiversity.

 

As someone who was late diagnosed autistic and ADHD it is so important to me that the core of my practice is a deep commitment to supporting individuals with neurodiversity.

 

My approach is rooted in neurodiversity-centering principles, ensuring that therapy is tailored to honor each person's unique experiences and strengths. I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for skill building, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma processing, and Somatic Therapy for mind-body connection.

Lauren'S MAIN FOCUS


Autism & ADHD Assessments
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For those seeking Autism and or ADHD assessments, I offer more than just clinical expertise—I provide a compassionate and understanding approach that comes from a place of shared experience.

 

I am also proud to offer PDA assessments as an add-on to Autism and ADHD assessments, for individuals who may experience heightened anxiety and demand avoidance as part of their neurodivergent profile. I understand how intense a PDA response is, it feels like NO! It can be misunderstood as being difficult. As PDA can often go unrecognized, I am committed to helping clients identify and understand this aspect of their behavior so they can receive the right support.

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In addition, I understand firsthand the overwhelming impact of sensory processing difficulties. As someone who struggles intensely with sensory sensitivities, I offer Sensory assessments, Sensory Processing Measure 2 (SPM-2), an additional tool to further customize your treatment and accommodations.

 

Sensory processing issues are often intertwined with both Autism and ADHD. Sensory processing issues can trigger high levels of dissociation and dysregulation, which affects our ability to regulate day-to-day. My goal is to provide a thorough assessment that addresses the full scope of neurodivergence.

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For clients who experience difficulty identifying and expressing emotions, I also offer Alexithymia assessments as an add-on. Alexithymia, or the inability to recognize, describe, and fully feel one's emotions, is a common experience for many neurodivergent individuals, particularly those on the autism spectrum. Understanding this aspect of emotional processing can be crucial in learning to manage relationships, stress, and mental health challenges more effectively.

Other Areas of Focus
 

  • Neurodiverse Counseling and Coaching

  • Couples and individual life transitions

  • Eating & Autism

  • Sex/Intimacy

  • Depression and Anxiety

  • LGBTQ+ community

  • AuDHD

Clients
 

  • Adults

  • Adolescents

  • Individuals

  • Couples

Modalities​

 

  •  Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT),

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma processing.

Licenses

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  • Registered AMFT #139592

  • Supervised by Dr. Harry Motro, LMFT #53452

  • Employed by New Path Couples Therapy Inc.

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