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Laurah Pastel Shames, LCSW

Anxiety & OCD Therapy Services Anxiety & OCD Therapy Services
Specialties: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Panic Disorders, Hoarding, Social Anxiety,

Introduction

My name is Laurah Pastel Shames and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Miami, Florida. My private practice specializes in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder(OCD), and other related disorders including but not limited to phobias, panic disorder, social anxiety, and hoarding. I am passionate about providing people with the skills they need to make positive changes in their lives. My therapeutic approach incorporates the use of evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with the use of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I work with individuals one-on-one, in family sessions, and group sessions. Prior to starting my own private practice, I worked at Harvard Affiliate McLean Hospital’s OCD Institute Residential program and Rogers Behavioral Health Partial Hospitalization programs. I am fluent in both Spanish and English. I am currently accepting new patients for both Telehealth and in-person sessions. I also provide at home/in community support when appropriate for ERP. If you have any questions please reach out to me via phone or email and I would be happy to speak with you. One of the hardest parts is taking that first step! I am here to support you throughout the process.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Hispanic/Latinx, Jewish

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • LCSW #SW18779 (FL)

Specialties

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Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Payment options Free intro call available

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Pay out-of-pocket

  • Fees $200 - $250

Locations

Anxiety & OCD Therapy Services
1065 SW 8th St Suite 1142
Miami, FL 33130
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Khospace Aventura
3580 Mystic Pointe Dr
Aventura, FL 33180-2554
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Frequently asked questions

Is Laurah Pastel Shames, LCSW accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Laurah Pastel Shames, LCSW is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Laurah Pastel Shames, LCSW offer telehealth appointments? Laurah Pastel Shames, LCSW does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Laurah Pastel Shames, LCSW specialize in? Laurah Pastel Shames, LCSW specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, Fears/Phobias, Hoarding, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Panic Disorders, and Social Anxiety.

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