Lauren Mosback, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor | Licensed Behavior Specialist | National Certified Counselor
Lauren Sugalski Mosback is a licensed mental health therapist specializing in child and adolescent therapy at her private practice in the Philadelphia suburbs. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Behavior Specialist, and National Certified Counselor (NCC), and has spent more than 10 years providing counseling services to children, adolescents, and their families.
Lauren has worked in schools, homes, and outpatient settings, helping clients manage a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. Her approach is warm, strength-focused, and practical, helping children and teens identify and build on their unique strengths while developing coping skills, resilience, self-esteem, and a growth mindset. She is passionate about cultivating a strong sense of self-worth in her clients and encouraging kindness toward oneself and others.
Education & Credentials
Lauren earned her graduate degree in Professional Counseling from Rosemont College, where she received the Outstanding Achievement at the Graduate Level award. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania and also holds the National Certified Counselor (NCC) credential, the counseling profession’s premier national certification. This credential reflects that she has voluntarily met rigorous national standards for education, training, and ethical practice in the counseling profession.
She is also a member of Specialists of Schools, a professional network dedicated to supporting students through collaboration, continuing education, and ongoing professional development.
Additional
Training
In addition to her counseling credentials, Lauren is licensed through the Pennsylvania Board of Medicine as a Behavior Specialist, reflecting specialized training and experience in supporting individuals with autism, developmental differences, and behavioral challenges. She uses a strengths-based approach to help children and teens build meaningful skills, increase confidence, and develop strategies that support success across settings.
Lauren is also credentialed in Multisystemic Therapy (MST), an intensive family- and community-based treatment model that recognizes the important role of family, school, peers, and community in supporting youth development and positive change.
Author & Advocate
Beyond her counseling practice, Lauren is an award-winning author of social-emotional children's books. Her stories introduce young readers to wellness concepts and coping skills that support emotional growth, confidence, and healthy relationships. Through both her writing and counseling work, she equips children with tools to understand and manage their emotions while fostering resilience and self-worth.
Personal Life
Lauren lives outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with her husband, four children, and playful pup. She enjoys exploring the outdoors, traveling to unfamiliar places, and finding inspiration through adventure, experiences that continue to fuel her commitment to learning, growing, and helping others.