Dr. Lauren Jessell

LCSW, PhD, Founder

  • Psychological evaluations and assessments for ADHD and autism

  • Expertise in addictive disorders and complex case presentations

  • Program development grounded in implementation science

  • Translational research

Message to Clients

Welcome to ParityWell!

I’m a neurodevelopmental evaluator, therapist and the founder of ParityWell, a group practice that specializes in therapy as well as Autism and ADHD assessments for adults who may be gifted, high masking, or navigating complex diagnostic questions. My training is unique in that I was trained as a translational research scientist and in clinical practice as a therapist. I hold a PhD in Social Work from New York University, a Masters of Social Work from Rutgers University and I have advanced postgraduate training in neurodevelopmental and diagnostic assessment.

At ParityWell, we focus on neurocomplexity, trauma recovery, and co-occurring conditions, offering care through adapted evidence-based approaches including psychodynamic therapy, IFS, and EMDR. We also offer Autism and ADHD assessments along with comprehensive psychological evaluations to help clients gain clarity, understand their needs, and access effective support.

I invite you to reach out! My mission is to help more people navigate healthcare systems and access the care they deserve. I’m always happy to share information and resources with anyone if it can support their path to high-quality, affirming care.

Education

PhD, Social Work
— New York University

Behavioral Health Sciences NIDA T32 pre-doctoral training fellowship
— New York University

Master of Social Work
— Rutgers University

BA, Psychology (summa cum laude)
— Western Connecticut State University

Teaching and Research

I have contributed to research supported by the National Institute on Mental Health (NIMH), the National Institute for Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). I enjoy teaching and mentoring and have taught a range of graduate level research and clinical courses through Fordham University, New York University and Hunter College -CUNY.Currently, I supervise a team of psychotherapists specializing in adapted evidence-based practice through ParityWell.

Affiliations

  • Full member of the American Psychological Association (APA)

Licensure

  • LCSW in New York and New Jersey