Meet Lauren Wehner, LMSW
Hello! I am a therapist based in Buffalo, NY, with a clinical focus on sex, relationships, and trauma. I am currently completing training toward certification as a sex therapist and working toward EMDR certification, with the goal of providing nuanced, trauma-informed, sex therapy. I believe in a sex-positive, affirming, and collaborative approach. I am particularly interested in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples.
I support my clients through navigating sexual health, consent, communication, relational dynamics, and identity in ways that honor autonomy and lived experience. I strive to create therapeutic spaces that are nonjudgmental, inclusive, and attuned to the intersections of sexuality, power, and trauma.
My Approach to Therapy
I strive to foster a positive relationship with clients by creating a safe space in which clients can feel comfortable sharing their needs and challenges, and where exploring emotions is encouraged and protected. I take a strengths-based approach to therapy, supporting and celebrating clients while also promoting empowerment and resilience.
Am I the right therapist for you?
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People seeking help with relationships, sexuality, sexual functioning, sexual trauma, sexual or relationship exploration, and identity exploration. I am open to working with anyone of any belief system or ideology as long as we can be respectful of each other.
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Individuals experiencing more severe or immediate concerns related to safety (such as thoughts of harming themselves or others) or significant substance use challenges may be better supported in a higher level of care. If these concerns are the primary focus at this time, I may not be the best fit, but I’m happy to help guide you toward appropriate resources.
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I have a pocket pittie named Honey and she's a Virgo. I love films and media to the point of still owning many DVDs. I am a Buffalo native who loves to travel.
Specialties
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Couples/ENM Relationships
I specialize in working with couples and relationships of all structures, especially LGBTQ+ folks in monogamous and ENM relationships.
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Sex Therapy
Improve sexual health and function, reduce anxiety, work through libido differences, and more with trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming sex therapy.
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EMDR/Trauma
I am experienced in providing EMDR to help reduce symptoms of trauma, hypervigilance, anxiety, and more.
Clinical Experience
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Master of Social Work – University at Buffalo, 2023
B.A. History - University at Buffalo, 2015
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IAPST Certificate in Human Sexuality
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IAPST Certificate in Human Sexuality - 2026
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - 2024