Lauren H. Mascari, PhD, LPC, NCC
Assistant Professor
Location
- Forest Home Health Center
- 1316 W. Forest Home Ave, Suite A
- Milwaukee, WI 53204
Specialties
- Behavioral Health
- Psychology
Forest Home Health Center
Dr. Mascari (pronouns: she or they) specializes in working with children and adolescents with LGBTQIA+ needs, behavioral challenges, safety concerns such suicidal ideation or self-harm, and symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and traumatic experiences. Dr. Mascari works with both the youth and their families to achieve better functioning through collaboration and highlighting strengths. Additionally, Dr. Mascari specializes in identity development and culturally centered healing.
Overview
Diseases and Conditions
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Mood Disorders
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder
- Self Esteem Issues
- Adjustment Disorder
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Gender Dysphoria
- Suicidal Thoughts
Treatments and Services
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Self-harm and Suicide Prevention
- Dialectical Behavioral-Informed Therapy
- Person Centered Therapy
- Strength-Based Therapy
- Psychodynamic Parenting
- Family Systems Therapy
- Impulse Control and Behavior Management
Patients Ages Seen
- Child
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Senior
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Hospital Affiliations
- Rogers Memorial Hospital – Oconomowoc
Clinic Locations
Forest Home Health Center
- 1316 W. Forest Home Ave, Suite A
- Milwaukee, WI 53204
- (414) 777-7700
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Biography
Dr. Mascari completed graduate training at Rogers Behavioral Health and Aurora Psychiatric Hospital, where they specialized in working with adolescents and adults experiencing suicidality, self-harm behaviors, eating disorders, behavioral challenges, alcohol and drug dependency, and mood disorders. Dr. Mascari provided trauma-informed, therapeutic services at a community-based residential shelter for youth and families experiencing homelessness and crises in Milwaukee, WI.
Education and Training
Doctoral Practicum Counselor - Rogers Memorial Hospital - Oconomowoc, WI (2016-2017)
Doctoral Practicum Counselor - Aurora Psychiatric Hospital - Wauwatosa, WI (2017-2018)
Doctor of Philosophy – Educational Psychology - University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, WI (2021)