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Lauren Kapolnek, OTR/L

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.

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

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 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.