Lacey Lynn Consulting
About
My name is Lacey Palmer and I am a certified Chemical Dependency Specialist (CDS) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #111662), however don’t let the license misguide you as I am trained and qualified to work with children, adolescents, teens, and adults on an individual basis as well. My wesbite has more information! www.LaceyLynn.com or
https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/477299
My academic experience began in 2010 when I started my Bachelors degree program with a major in Psychology and a minor in Criminal Justice. After graduating in 2012 I moved to the Los Angeles area to obtain my certificate as a Chemical Dependency Specialist. After graduating from that program in 2014 I transitioned to graduate school to pursue my Masters degree in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Mindfulness and Psychotherapy.
My professional experience in the field began in 2011 while obtaining my Criminal Justice minor, I volunteered as president for the Operation U-Turn campus club which assisted incarcerated individuals throughout the California prison system to gain access to books, school curriculum, and assistance for transitioning back into society. The following years included professional experience working in various residential treatment facilities for both adolescents and adults in a range of roles from floor staff, life coach, and primary therapist. I also have experience working with school-based mental health programs, which include navigating IEP’s, Medi-Cal billing, and special education services.
Licensed Therapeutic Services:
My primary therapeutic modality is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which has been empirically proven to help individuals struggling with self-harm, suicidal ideation, intense mood fluctuations, unstable relationships, poor emotion regulation capabilities, and frequent impulsive and risk-taking behaviors. This became my primary modality after being in-house trained and certified as a DBT therapist at a placement for adult clients, which, after certification the first time, included facilitating a basic DBT group service 5-days per week, facilitating another more advanced DBT group 3-days per week, and facilitating an in-depth skills practice group 1-day per week; this schedule continued for 2 years along with including DBT in my individual therapy sessions.
Besides DBT and working with individuals that struggle with self-harm and suicidal ideation, I am also qualified and competent to work with a multitude of diagnoses and include a range of other therapeutic modalities.
Life Coach Services:
I’m also a Life Coach trained in helping adolescents, teens, and young adults launch from the family home. That may include finding work and creating a resume, or applying to schools and dorm living, or it may include the exploration, organization, and researching of other important personal life goals and skills.
My role as your coach is to help you outline personal goals, organize a blueprint of action steps to move you closer to your goal, and provide additional support, as needed, as you continue working towards completing your goal. The amount of time required to meet goals will vary per person and will depend on multiple factors, most importantly of which is the dedication on your part in working towards your set goals.
It is such a cliche to hear someone say "I love to help people feel better about themselves"...however it is so true! My favorite part about helping people through their process is being able to experience an "ah ha" moment with them. Seeing the clarity that changes a person's posture, eye contact, and speech, even if just for a few moments, is so amazing and satisfying. My goal is to be able to help as many people as possible experience this life changing feeling.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Welcome! I am excited to assist you on your journey towards greater balance, wellness, and overall happiness.
Typically, the first appointment is used to discuss New Client paperwork, such as scheduling, fees, and cancellation policies, however the majority of this time will be spent discussing your goals.
I include a sliding scale in my fees, meaning that we can negotiate the fee based on current income, income changes, and financial hardships, so please don’t hesitate to reach out for a quote due to fear of payment!
Licensed therapy fees are $110 for 60 minutes. Life coaching fees are: $50 for 30 minute and $90 for 60 minutes.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
My academic experience began in 2010 when I started my Bachelors degree program with a major in Psychology and a minor in Criminal Justice. After graduating in 2012 I moved to the Los Angeles area to obtain my certificate as a Chemical Dependency Specialist. After graduating from that program in 2014 I transitioned to graduate school to pursue my Masters degree in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Mindfulness and Psychotherapy.
My professional experience in the field began in 2011 while obtaining my Criminal Justice minor, I volunteered as president for the Operation U-Turn campus club which assisted incarcerated individuals throughout the California prison system to gain access to books, school curriculum, and assistance for transitioning back into society. The following years included professional experience working in various residential treatment facilities for both adolescents and adults in a range of roles from floor staff, life coach, and primary therapist. I also have experience working with school-based mental health programs, which include navigating IEP’s, Medi-Cal billing, and special education services.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
I include a sliding scale in my fees, meaning that we can negotiate the fee based on current income, income changes, and financial hardships, so please don’t hesitate to reach out for a quote due to fear of payment!
Licensed therapy fees are $110 for 60 minutes. Life coaching fees are: $50 for 30 minute and $90 for 60 minutes.
What types of customers have you worked with?
Licensed Therapist Services:
Besides DBT and working with individuals that struggle with self-harm and suicidal ideation, I am also qualified and competent to work with the following populations and modalities:
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Addiction & Dependency
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Adoption
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Anger Control
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Anxiety Spectrum Disorders*
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Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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Bipolar Spectrum Disorders*
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Borderline Personality Disorder
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Conduct Disorder
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Depression Spectrum Disorders*
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Eating Disorders
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Intermittent Explosive Disorder
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Low Self-Esteem
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Negative Peer Relationships
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder
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Peer/Sibling Conflicts
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Psychotic Spectrum Disorders*
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Sexual/Physical/Emotional Abuse
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Self-Harm (Suicidal and Non-Suicidal Types)
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Suicidal Ideation
*Note: I use the phrase “spectrum disorders” to condense the list into the general categories. Please reach out for more information or to clarify
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy
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Cognitive Behavior Therapy
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Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy
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Narrative Therapy
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Play Therapy
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Solution Focused Therapy
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Person Centered Therapy
Life Coaching Services:
I have experience assisting individuals with:
- Creating a personalized budget
- Creating a resume, cover letter, thank you letter, and CV
- Searching and applying for an apartment
- Organizing school applications, deadlines, acceptance letters, and dorm living
- Creating a balanced and well-rounded daily, weekly, or monthly schedule
- Exploring healthy sleep routines
- Creating morning, nightly, and weekly routine charts
- Connecting clients with other professional in the mental health field
- Designing healthy living and exercise routines
- Journaling for stress relief and wellness
- Increasing positive and effective interpersonal communication skills
- As a certified Chemical Dependency Specialist, I am also qualified to assist clients with exploring the concept of sobriety, finding support groups, and exploring other options in stress relief than using/drinking
I am also familiar with assisting customers with state and county agency paperwork, such as Social Security, Regional Center, DMV, and Department of Rehab, among others.