Dr. Lauren Golia, PHD

Dr. Golia is very intuitive and present for my sessions that helps break things open and assist me in reflecting on perspectives I hadn't considered. I don't often have an agenda going in, I figure I should show up just as I am to get the best results and Dr. Golia rolls with that in the best way. I always feel at least one or two (if not way more) levels relieved after a session. I haven't ever had a therapist draw so much towards my forward movement and growth and I am incredibly grateful to have the sessions I have.

I've spent years working with Dr. Golia. This review is not based on a single visit or a few meetings. She's seen me through good portions of my life and not so good portions. I know she cares about me. I know she's invested in me, my life, my health. She has gracefully helped me see my life with more perspective, supported my growth, and kindly shines light on areas needed looked at. I know what my mental state was like before starting to see Dr. Golia and how that compares to my current outlook. I'm so much more invested in myself, my relationships, and have found through her guidance a happier healthier life. I owe her so much more than this review. She's helped transform who I am and how I feel on a daily basis. I'm not going to lie. She can't do the hard parts for you. I've worked hard to be vulnerable, open, and accepting of her knowledge and outlook, and her commitment to my well being has been fundamental to this new mindset. So so grateful!

I have encountered many therapists in my life but none as compassionate, patient, and practical as Dr. Golia. I have been working with her for a little over a year now and I can honestly say that I am better for it. Not only are we working through my experiences, she is helping me apply that learning and practice to everyday life so that my experiences don't define my everyday. I would absolutely recommend Dr. Golia to anyone who is looking.

I have been working with Dr. Golia for a while now, and I honestly don't think I would be where I am today with without her help, guidance, support, and compassion. It turns out your past, all the emotions you have suppressed over the years, and self-unawareness will eventually catch up to you and make it impossible for you to grow personally and as a partner. Dr. G is not only a great listener, but all the tools and knowledge she passes to her clients in their sessions, is invaluable. I am forever greatful to have found Dr. G. I don't think 5 stars gives her enough credit for how truly amazing she is as a therapist.

It’s been challenging I’m finding a therapist that is a good fit. It’s never easy opening up to a stranger and I was super hesitant in meeting with a therapist virtually. I thought it would be difficult feel a connection or build trust through a screen, but by my second appointment I could tell that it was going to be a good fit. The first appointment was a tad difficult from someone that rarely FaceTimes or does the talking on a Zoom Meeting, but it feels more normal now. Dr. Golia is a wonderful active listener and is present in her feedback. She takes care and pride in allow you to find your own personal insight and provides gentle nudges towards self motivation and self betterment.

Dr. Golia is excellent! She is attentive and understanding, and strikes the balance of being kind yet practical. Very grateful to have found her!

I have struggled finding a therapist that clicks with me in the past to the point I was reluctant to try therapy again. I was very fortunate to find Dr. Golia. She helped me look at my self talk from a different angle and really consider how I'm holding myself back. She listened to me and gave me tools to work on between sessions. I am continuing to use many of them when I feel myself back sliding. I would definitely go back to her if I find myself struggling again.

I went to 3 therapists before finding Dr. Golia, and I’m so happy I did! She has really help me understand myself, communicate, and foster healthy relationships.

Dr Lauren Golia is present, she listens to hear and her words are kind, healing and intelligent. I have been to MANY therapists and Dr Golia surpasses them all. I highly recommend her services. Rare to see such wisdom and grace combined with so much compassion. I feel seen.

She made some comments that were not professional, and was not timely (it took four weeks) in returning unused session payments.

First appointment was cut short, I wrote it off and understood. When others have been and when brought up wasn’t addressed sufficiently in her answer. She felt too busy and not present. I think she is skilled but these pieces didn’t come through.

Didn't transfer to on phone vs in person well. I had not saw Dr. Golia for almost a year. She made dangerous assumptions during our call that could have jeopardized my professional license and she went too fast to listen to me. This caused a drastic loss of trust on my side and she failed to listen to me or call me back to follow up. This concerns me greatly as she had my trust prior to this.

Dr Golia is a blinker like in the work of Gladwell. She is intuitive and relational, with an appreciation for the world within us.

I continue to be impressed by Dr. Golia’s professionalism, compassion, depth of clinical knowledge and its skilled application. Her expertise allows work at a truly transformative level. She is capable of companioning clients at whatever depth or intensity at which they desire to work. The balance of compassionate accountability in session provides a space for growth and personal responsibility. I am comfortable and confident in referring both clients and other professionals to Dr. Golia’s practice. Her presence in the field of psychotherapy practice is an asset to our communities.

I sought professional help for a better understanding of attachment theory and how to address attachment issues in my life. I am thankful to have found Dr. Golia and to have benefited from her expertise in this area. I was especially impressed with her ability to pick up on key elements of our sessions and emphasize resources and actions to address them. She recognized my approach to learning and worked with my style to address my needs. I also appreciate Dr. Golia’s willingness and ability to be both direct and respectful in addressing presenting issues and strategies to deal with them. I would highly recommend her for those seeking help.

Dr. Golia approaches her clients with patience, understanding and accountability. My favorite thing about working with Dr. Golia is how her responses are based on research and with a depth of understanding on various psychiatric theories. She has been my strength when I needed it and is helping me find my strong, independent voice.

She seems utterly distracted with COVID happening. It wasn’t a good experience for either of us.

Dr. Golia listened well and used her experiences to help give coping skills and advice.

If you are looking for a well-educated, well-read, experienced professional who takes her work very seriously, then you will appreciate Dr Golia. Beginning with our very first session, she was able to help me tremendously with relationship and anxiety issues. After just a few sessions with her, I feel emotionally stronger, much more aware of my thought processes, and more confident in my ability to handle life's challenges.

Dr. Golia is a wealth of knowledge! She not only provides resources to aid your healing process and deepen your own knowledge between sessions, she also helps you to take ownership of your learning in order to apply new thinking and perspective to create ultimate change. My experience and time with her has been invaluable. Highly recommend investing in yourself with Dr. Golia.