Today we’d like to introduce you to Lauren Moriarty, Lcsw
Hi Lauren, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
When I was a young child, I sat on the dog hair covered carpet between my grandmothers’ legs as she braided my hair. I remember feeling a sense of comfort and ease wash over me with her words. My grandmother lived a stumbling distance from my childhood home in Cleveland, Ohio. I found myself there often listening to stories about her ancestors. I vividly remember a story about her cousin Marline, who was a working woman in 1959. At the time I did not understand exactly what she did, but as a ten-year-old I interpreted the story in a way that made sense to me; Marline was a woman who helped people that wanted to do and feel better. Eventually it was revealed to me that Marline was a therapist.
As I reflect, it was at this point that I unconsciously decided that being a social worker was my calling, and this was a path I was predisposed to follow.
I trudged through adolescence and young adult life experiencing internal turmoil and distress. Confusing childhood experiences were paired with unspoken societal pressures. This was a recipe that led to the struggle to find personal meaning and significance with my own life. Burdened with anxiety, stress, depression and fear, I searched for a solution. I thought that a geographical change would help (it didnt), so at 18 I found myself even more lost (in a metaphorical sense) in the mountains of Utah. I turned to and relied on alcohol. I attempted to soothe my internal chaos with unhealthy and damaging solutions.
It wasn’t until I started to believe in my own power that my inner world started changing in a positive way. I saw that there was another way. I had the rare thought that “maybe I could be happy.” I got sober at age 23. I was guided by mentors and friends (that are still near and dear to me today), to get in touch with my soul and spirit’s deepest desires. I searched for my purpose. I began to reconnect with my inner child, give her the love and comfort she has always needed to grow and blossom.
I watched how happy people lived. I made a commitment to myself. I would attempt to be the best version of myself each and every day. This included: journaling, getting outside to play, practicing gratitude and positivity, exercising, doing yoga, hitting the sauna & cold plunge, meditations, breathwork, eating healthy, and deeply engaging with my relationships and community. I was finally taking care of myself. I no longer needed to outrun myself because I was OK with myself.
As the negative chatter faded away my outer world began to flourish. I found myself uncovering the path I had unconsciously chosen at age 10. I applied for my master in social work and graduated two years later. During that time, I witnessed the positive impact that having someone in my corner had in my life. Someone believing in me, rooting for me. For me, this person was my husband.
Today, I run my own private practice, Wise Sage, where I am fiercely committed to being that person for my clients and guiding them to the happiest version of themselves, and supporting them, wherever that may be. I am grateful to share that I have stayed committed to the promise I made to myself a decade ago. But now, it is a lifestyle and I am filled with gratitude for the individuals who carved the path before me, so that I am able to live an incredibly joyful and fulfilled life.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Wise Sage, LLC?
I am a therapist that works clients in-person or virtual in Salt Lake City.
As a therapist I want to know what happened to my clients. Not whats wrong, but what they have experienced so that we can facilitate healing together, allow maladaptive behaviors to slip away while finding intrinsic strength, purpose, and personal values. I always want to find out what’s underlying that may make my clients more vulnerable. I want to assist my clients in living more fulfilled lives. This usually includes getting them deeply connected to all forms of health so that one may live inspired and motivated.
I specialize in:
1. Trauma recovery. Specifically Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a modality that helps people process traumatic memories, thoughts feelings, and experiences. I also incorporate parts work whenever possible (internal family systems or IFS). IFS helps people make sense of their inner worlds and sub-personalities that we may have a tendency to exile (examples: selfishness, fear, inner critics, and sadness).
2. existential issues- helping individuals find meaning and purpose in there own lives.
3. Providing skills- I love to teach each of my clients a customized skill set. The tools I provide are catered to each individuals lifestyle, sensory preferences, spirituality, beliefs, and so much more. Skills lead to a reduction in mental health symptoms and empowered clients.
I am a very colorful, creative, and energetic therapist. My clients may find me in a big vintage band t-shirt one day, a blazer the next, and goggle marks on my face the following day when I come to session right after a sunrise snowboarding mission. Clients can expect a very human experience with laughter when they arrive in my office.
As far as my brand goes, I am proud that I have been able to let my personal identity shine through, and this attracts the perfect clients for me! Im an untamed therapist full of love making my way through modern society. And im always going to have fun.
I hope to be an aid to help people grow and living the life of their dreams. Everyone matters.
I want people to know:
1. If they need support reach out via email. thats the best way to get a hold of me.
1. I will be hiring therapists at my practice December 2025. So if you’re a therapist and need a job, hit up your girl. aka me.
Can you share something surprising about yourself?
Oh my goodness. HAHAHAHA. I collect ceramic cat figurings and super itty bitty miniature things, they have to be smaller than a dime. Im obsessed with my collections. I have shelves committed to these collections and if people come to my house you better believe they are going to get a tour of my shrines.
Pricing:
- $150-$180 per session
Contact Info:
- Website: https://msha.ke/wisesage/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisesage.slc/?igsh=dXJiYm9qOGRiMjV4
- Other: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/lauren-moriarty-salt-lake-city-ut/1141868
