Virtual Therapy in NYC for Eating Disorders, Anxiety, Trauma & Relationships
Some things are hard to work through on your own. Our therapists offer specialized care and an honest, collaborative relationship where you can talk about what’s happening and figure out what comes next.
Online sessions for adults in NYC and throughout New York State.
What Can We Help You With?
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Eating Disorders
When food rules, exercise, or thoughts about your body take up more of your life than you want.
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Anxiety
When worry, perfectionism, or second-guessing makes it hard to rest, decide, or feel present.
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Relationships
Support with dating, attachment, friendships, and couples concerns—including patterns you’re ready to understand differently.
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Trauma
Space to work through how painful experiences affect your emotions, relationships, and daily life, at a pace you help shape.
More than one of these might feel familiar. You don’t need to sort it all out before contacting us.
Get a Feel for LEL Therapy
Finding a therapist is personal. You want someone who understands what you’re dealing with and someone you feel comfortable talking to. Meet Lauren, our founder, and get a sense of the people and approach behind LEL.
A welcome from Lauren Larkin, LMHC, founder of LEL Therapy.
NYC life is intense. We’re real humans who get it—and therapists who help you work through anxiety, trauma, relationships, and struggles with food and your body.
Come as you are. You don’t need to have it all figured out.
Expect warmth, humor, and honesty. We bring ourselves into the room, too.
Skip the commute. Virtual sessions throughout New York.
Why Choose LEL?
Real people. Real therapy. Real change.
Living in New York City is intense. The pressure, the pace, the constant push to keep going. At LEL Therapy, we’re real humans who get it.
We’re here to help you navigate NYC life without losing yourself in the chaos. Whether you’re working through trauma, relationships, anxiety, or struggles with food and your body, we’ll meet you where you are.
You don’t have to have it all together. Come with questions, complicated feelings, or no idea where to start.
We bring ourselves into the room, too. Expect warmth, humor, and honest conversations.
It’s all connected. Food, anxiety, past experiences, and relationships can overlap. We make room for that.
Skip the extra commute. Meet virtually from a private space in New York.
Not sure who might be a good fit? Let’s talk during a free consultation!
Meet Lauren Larkin, Founder of LEL Therapy
Lauren Elizabeth Larkin, LMHC, founded LEL Therapy and is the author of The Eating Disorder Recovery Reset. Her work brings together clinical experience, warmth, and honest conversations about mental health.
You may know Lauren through her social media or writing. Here, you can get to know the therapists who bring that same emphasis on human connection to their work with clients.
What People Are Saying About Us
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Therapy with LEL has been the most humanizing experience I’ve ever had. I feel seen, challenged, and supported every step of the way.
Client at LEL Therapy
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Your content helped me reach out for therapy for the first time.
TikTok Follower
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LEL offers a comforting and supportive space for clients to process trauma, disordered eating, heal and work on life goals.
Client at LEL Therapy
Let’s Figure Out Whether LEL Is a Good Fit
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01. Tell us what you’re looking for.
Send a brief consultation request. If you aren’t sure which therapist to choose, we can help.
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02. Have a free consultation.
Ask questions and discuss therapist fit, availability, and session fees.
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03. Choose your next step.
If it feels like a fit, we’ll explain how to get started. There’s no obligation to begin therapy.
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No. You can tell us what you’re looking for, and we can help you explore who may be a good fit.
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Yes. The consultation is an opportunity to ask questions and discuss fit, availability, and fees before starting paid therapy.
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No. LEL is a private-pay practice. You can review our fees before requesting a consultation through our FAQ page.
We can provide you with superbills to submit to your insurance for out of network coverage. Please see our FAQ page to learn more about that process.
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We offer virtual therapy throughout New York State.
Frequently Asked Questions