Zachary Lazarus

My communication style

I am warm, reflective, and relational in my work with clients. I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives, so my reflections on our conversations are opportunities for conversation.

My journey to mental healthcare

I began my career with a passion for working to make my communities and a healthier, more just place. To that end, after several years of working as a community organizer, I received my MSW and dedicated over a decade to working with clients caught up in the criminal justice system. My practice has expanded since then.

My goals for you

My interventions can include narrative therapy, motivational interviewing strategies, and being present with stories of hardship and resilience. In session, I may ask what a friend or partner might think. I may inquire about other stories that lead you to a sense of resilience. I may sit with you in heartache so you're not alone. It depends.

Our first session

I am passionate about meeting you first outside of "the problem." What are your passions? What gets you up in the morning? What does a successful day look like for you? I also want to know your treatment goals and what successful treatment looks like for you. We can find our footing together from that point.

I identify as...

• Male
• Caucasian or White
• Jewish