About WAVES Support and Navigation

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Lauren Trzcinski, M.S. 

Behavioral Health Support & Resource Specialist

Lauren is an experienced behavioral health professional with a background in general psychology, forensic psychology, crisis intervention, and community-based support. Through her professional experience, she has developed a passion for helping individuals and families navigate challenging circumstances, understand their options, and connect with appropriate resources.

Education

• M.S. in Forensic Psychology — American International College
• B.S. in Psychology — Eastern Connecticut State University
• Lauren is currently continuing her graduate-level education at Liberty University in Human Services Counseling, with a focus in Criminal Justice.

WAVES provides personalized, non-clinical support, education, guidance, and resource navigation to help individuals and families navigate challenging situations and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Navigate Resources
Identify mental health, behavioral health, community, family, and other support resources that may fit your needs.

Understand Your Options
Sort through information and available services so you can make informed decisions.

Identify Priorities
Determine what needs attention first when everything feels overwhelming.

Create a Practical Plan
Break complicated situations into manageable steps and identify realistic next steps.

Connect the Dots
Bridge the gap between recognizing a need and finding appropriate resources or support.

Prepare for Difficult Conversations
Organize your thoughts and feel more prepared to communicate with providers, schools, family, or other support systems.

Support Families & Caregivers
Provide guidance when you’re supporting someone else and aren’t sure where to begin.

Navigate Life Transitions
Offer practical support during periods of change, uncertainty, or difficult decisions.

Follow Up & Stay Accountable
Review progress, work through obstacles, and adjust your plan as needed.

Support that meets you where you are.

WAVES currently offers virtual appointments and mobile appointments throughout Northern Connecticut and Western Massachusetts.

Virtual sessions are available from the comfort of your own home, while mobile appointments allow us to meet in a convenient, agreed-upon location within our service area.

Currently serving: Northern CT • Western MA