Meet Mickaela
Real. Compassionate. Grounded. Here to help you thrive.
Hi, I’m Mickaela—and I’m so glad you’re here. I know reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, and I want you to know: that feeling is valid. My approach to therapy is real, relational, and rooted in the belief that everyone deserves a space to feel seen, heard, and supported.
With nearly a decade in the helping profession, I’ve had the honor of walking alongside children, teens, adults, and families through life’s most difficult—and most meaningful—moments. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, and I offer individual, couples, and family therapy for clients ages 6 and up. I also provide EMDR and other evidence-based approaches, always tailored to your unique needs.
I work with people who carry heavy stories and often put others first—first responders, trauma survivors, deep feelers, and caretakers. Whether you’re navigating the aftermath of a critical incident, chronic stress, or the invisible wounds of trauma, I offer a space where you don’t have to explain everything. You can just be.
Clients often describe me as calm, authentic, and easy to talk to. I’m not a blank slate—I show up as a real human in the room with you. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just ready for something to shift, I’m here to help you move from surviving to thriving.
Lauren "Mickaela" Runyon
LCSW | Owner and Founder of Thrive Therapeutic