Lauren Kapolnek, OTR/L

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My name is Lauren, I am neurodiversity-affirming Occupational Therapist with advanced practice in executive functioning, social skills, mental health, and sensory integration. I have been practicing for the last 9 years in both behavioral health and outpatient pediatric services with a focus in the 11 and older population. I am experienced with working with a variety of diagnoses such as ADHD, Autism, OCD and Anxiety. I have a background in providing services to the LGBTQIA+ community including gender affirming care and transitions within daily occupations. My own experiences have led to an additional specialty in adaptations and accommodations for those with hyper-mobility disorders. I have a love for providing educational and therapeutic groups utilizing hands-on learning opportunities applicable to your every day life. I am particularly interested in guiding teens and adults through navigating life’s transitions and trials.

How I Help My Clients:

Using occupational therapy’s somatic approach to brain-body connection, I collaborate on routines and processes that work for the individual to promote function while reducing stress, pain, and burnout. True to the DIR model, I find that relationship-building and partnership are essential to successful therapeutic intervention. I also offer Myofascial Release Therapy (MRT) for my clients with hypermobility and pain. Up to 30 minutes of MRT is covered by insurance (BCBS PPO and Aetna PPO).

My Specialties and Passions:

  • Executive Functioning

  • School and Work Management

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Sensory Integration

  • Neurodiversity Affirming

  • Social Skills Life Skills Development and Transitions

  • DIRFloortime

  • Certified Educational and Therapeutic Group Services

  • Chronic Pain/ Hypermobility

More About Me Personally:

In my spare time you will find me tending to plants, both of the live and lego varieties, engaging in theatrical escapades, or participating in a geeky adventure.

Lauren Kapolnek currently sees clients in-person and via teletherapy. She has openings on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

If you are interested in seeing Lauren, feel free to contact her directly through our website or by phone (847)754-3838 ext. 9.

If you are one of Lauren’s current clients, you can send Lauren a message through the Simple Practice portal.

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