Lauri Johnson, LICSW

Lauri is a collaborative team member of Mending Mind Wellness and practices in Concord, NH. She has been practicing for 20+ years in the field of social work. Along with assisting clients through Mending Mind Wellness she also runs her own practice and education center, Restored Peace Wellness & Education Center, LLC. She takes pride in her clinical and educational training work. She is an active advocate for clients and a strong mentor for clinicians in the field. Lauri specializes in chronic stress/illness, grief, loss, life transitions, relationship challenges, and trauma. Her specialty is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based interventions (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Narrative Therapy, and is compassion and strengths based in her approaches with clients. One of Lauri's primary focuses with clients is that of the mind-body connection. She works with individuals, couples, teens, adults, and older adults.

Lauri would be more than happy to answer any of your questions and can be reached directly at lauri@mendingmindwellness.com.

Lauri's role as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Director of Education and Clinical Advancement is unique in the agency. She covers operational duties, onboarding of new staff and interns, and support with education and clinical advancement for all staff and interns within the agency. Lauri provides 1:1 supervision for pre-licensed and interning staff. Lauri aims to provide the highest quality of care to both the staff and clients in order to achieve success no matter what the goal is. As an Independently Licensed Social Worker she ensures to maintain her 40 CEUs per 24 months as required by licensing boards. 

Robin is the Manchester Site Manager and is an exceptionally talented clinician! She has been practicing for 20+ years as a clinical mental health counselor. Robin specializes in foster/adoption system, anxiety, anger management, depression, life transitions, and trauma. Her specialty is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and is compassion and strengths based in her approaches with clients. She works hard to ensure you start with your own identified goals and if you're feeling too overwhelmed to identify where you want to start, she will start precisely there with you. She works with individuals, children as young as 5, teens, adults, and older adults.

Robin would be more than happy to answer any of your questions and can be reached directly at Robin@mendingmindwellness.com.

Robin is the Manchester Site Manager and see clients in both Manchester and Concord, NH for ease of access for clients. She provides clinical support and professional guidance to staff to ensure the best care for all clients at MMW! Robin prides herself on staying up to date with new trainings and techniques to ensure her clients are always receiving the most relevant and helpful care. She is required by the state licensing boards to obtain a minimum of 40 CEUs per 24 months. 

Caitlyn is a compassionate and dedicated counselor specializing in various traumas. With over a seven years of experience in the field, Caitlyn has honed her skills in providing effective interventions for individuals navigating through the complexities of trauma.

Driven by a deep commitment to helping others reclaim their lives from the grips of trauma, Caitlyn employs evidence-based practices tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Her warm and empathetic approach creates a safe space for individuals to explore their experiences, process their emotions, and embark on a journey towards healing and resilience. 
Caitlyn's expertise extends to a wide range of trauma-related issues, including but not limited to PTSD, childhood trauma, domestic violence, and anxiety. She utilizes a holistic approach that integrates various therapeutic modalities such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques to facilitate healing at the deepest level.

Caitlyn can be reached directly at Caitlyn@mendingmindwellness.com.

Caitlyn is an independently licensed clinical mental health counselor in the state of NH. She ensures to maintain 40 CEUs per 24 months per licensing board regulations. 

Kayla is passionate about working with First Responders/COs/Military folks because she has personal ties with this population. She wants to help build resiliency with EMDR for their careers and communicating better with their families/partners. It is important to Kayla to build great relationships with my clients and make them feel secure when discussing difficult things. She builds rapport where clients feel comfortable being transparent with her, as well as being unapologetically themselves. Her specialty is marriage and couples counseling as well as First Responder work, but does see many other clients with all kinds of mental health presentations. Kayla's primary modality is EMDR, and she couples this with various other evidence based practices. Kayla provides a safe place for each person to be vulnerable, and vulnerability is key to healthy communication and processing emotions. She earned a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from New England College in 2022, along with a certificate in Improving First Responder Resiliency with EMDR, and EMDR Basic Training through Thrive Training and Publications- EMDRIA approved training. She can be reached directly at kayla@mendingmindwellness.com.

Kayla is an independently licensed clinical mental health counselor in the state of NH. She ensures to maintain 40 CEUs per 24 months per licensing board regulations. 

Hope is a neurodivergent therapist who also specializes in this niche area of therapy. Hope brings an eclectic background working in emergency services, community mental health as well as inpatient addiction centers. Her keen passion and desire to help others led her to specialize in depressive and anxiety disorders, addiction, bipolar disorder, men’s issues, and relational trauma in regards to anyone including family, friends, coworkers and intimate partners. Treatments provided include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Exposure Therapy, and incorporating Positive Psychology. Hope believes in a strengths-based model, and aims to build your self-esteem while helping to regulate stressors of all kinds. Her primary goal is to establish a safe, judgment free and collaborative role where her clients feel empowered. Hope would be delighted to see how she can support you and can be reached directly at Hope@mendingmindwellness.com.

Hope is currently a pre-licensed clinician in the state of NH and receives weekly 1:1 clinical supervision to advance her education and training in the field, per licensure board regulations. Hope also actively participates in CEU trainings in the field even though this is not required of her just yet!

Katie has recently obtained her Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Katie has worked as a program assistant at a community mental health center for adults with severe persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders. She has a true passion for helping others. She strives to build strong, trusting relationships with her clients that are rooted in empathy and unconditional acceptance. It is important to her to create a safe and supportive environment, where the client feels comfortable being their authentic self. Katie is EMDR trained and also trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). She utilizes additional strategies and modalities for therapy to tailor treatment to her client's individual goals and needs. She is excited to get to know you so she can assist with helping you navigate your health and healing journey together! 

 She can be reached directly at Katie@mendingmindwellness.com.

Katie is currently a pre-licensed clinical mental health clinician in the state of NH and receives weekly 1:1 clinical supervision to advance her education and training in the field, per licensure board regulations. She also actively participates in CEU trainings in the field even though this is not required of her just yet!

Juan specializes in providing support and guidance to those who are navigating the challenges of anxiety, depression, and life changes. With a deep commitment to empowering his clients, he offers a safe and nonjudgmental space for healing and growth. Juan is an active member of the Army National Guard and provides supportive services to military, veterans, and first responders. His therapeutic approach is eclectic and is rooted in humanistic psychology, which means he prioritizes your needs, experiences, goals, and personal growth throughout your sessions. Drawing from modalities such as EMDR, person-centered therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and solution-focused therapy, he will tailor your sessions to best suit your preferences. He can be reached directly at Juan@mendingmindwellness.com.

Juan is currently a pre-licensed clinical mental health clinician in the state of NH and receives weekly 1:1 clinical supervision to advance his education and training in the field, per licensure board regulations. He also actively participates in CEU trainings in the field even though this is not required of her just yet!

Clare has a passion for helping others. She has received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and prior to that has experience working with children and families as a behavior specialist in a public school for over 25+ years.  Clare has a warm and genuine approach while providing a safe and judgment free space to assist her clients in working towards their personal goals. Working collaboratively, building trust and having compassion and empathy are very important to her to ensure her clients feel safe and comfortable to grow and heal. She enjoys being a part of the journey of helping others reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress towards growth and change. Clare provides therapy to children, adolescents, families and adults.  Treatments used include EMDR, IFS (Internal Family Systems), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness and other modalities and strategies. Clare uses a strength based and positive approach with a focus on empowering her clients building self esteem, communication and self regulation skills. She can be reached directly at Clare@mendingmindwellness.com.

Clare is currently a pre-licensed clinical mental health clinician in the state of NH and receives weekly 1:1 clinical supervision to advance her education and training in the field, per licensure board regulations. She also actively participates in CEU trainings in the field even though this is not required of her just yet!

Laura is an Intern obtaining her Master’s degree from Sacred Heart University, in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Laura works with clients in their late teens through adulthood. She believes it is critical to create a therapeutic relationship and environment that encourages an individual to feel safety in both their mind and body. She emphasizes that healing is not linear, and that we can use therapy as a time to approach ourselves, emotions, and sensations with curiosity. With her background in

neurobiology research, Laura is passionate about integrating a variety of healing methods, such as psychoeducation and strengthening the mind body connection via breath work and additional coping strategies. In conjunction to these approaches, she also has enhanced training in modalities, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). Laura concentrates on assisting those who have challenges associated with chronic pain and illnesses, healthcare professionals struggling with compassion fatigue and burnout, and individuals who are facing intimate partner violence (both emotional and physical). Laura also looks forward to working with

clients experiencing a wide range of life transitions or stressors.

Currently Laura accepts Anthem/BCBS/Wellsense, Cigna, Aetna, and self pay clients at a significantly decreased out of pocket rate. She can be reached directly at Laura@mendingmindwellness.com.

Laura is currently an Intern in clinical mental health counseling at Sacred Heart University. She receives weekly 1:1 clinical supervision to advance her education and training in the field. She also actively participates in CEU trainings in the field even though this is not required of her just yet!