Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LCSW, JD, PMH-C

Thank you so much to Attorney at Work for the spotlight feature on my career and chapter in Women in Law!

Studies consistently show that fathers’ involvement in their young children’s lives leads to improved cognitive ability, educational achievement, and psychological and social wellbeing. And before the pandemic, in 2019, the labor force participation rate of mothers with children under 18 in the U.S. was 72.3%, so it’s not like moms generally have more time for extracurricular activities like school-related volunteering.

But it is still primarily moms in the PTA.

Why, and how can… Show more

Studies consistently show that fathers’ involvement in their young children’s lives leads to improved cognitive ability, educational achievement, and psychological and social wellbeing. And before the pandemic, in 2019, the labor force participation rate of mothers with children under 18 in the U.S. was 72.3%, so it’s not like moms generally have more time for extracurricular activities like school-related volunteering.

But it is still primarily moms in the PTA.

Why, and how can we encourage papas to participate? Read my article on Working Momkind! Show less

An article was released last year (unfairly) criticizing women lawyers' attention to upward mobility. As an ambitious advocate with a nonlinear career path, I felt compelled to speak out — so, along with 22 other women lawyers, I shared my story! Women in Law: Discovering the True Meaning of Success is an uplifting anthology chronicling personal journeys of self-love, self-reflection, and self-awareness to redefine success in law and in life.

It is available on Amazon and all proceeds… Show more

An article was released last year (unfairly) criticizing women lawyers' attention to upward mobility. As an ambitious advocate with a nonlinear career path, I felt compelled to speak out — so, along with 22 other women lawyers, I shared my story! Women in Law: Discovering the True Meaning of Success is an uplifting anthology chronicling personal journeys of self-love, self-reflection, and self-awareness to redefine success in law and in life.

It is available on Amazon and all proceeds are being donated to Ms. JD, a nonprofit dedicated to the success of women in law school and the legal profession. Show less

Read my latest on Hello Postpartum to learn how I deal with my feelings of resentment and how I help others, including postpartum moms, through systems like Fair Play and compassion-focused therapy.

It was a pleasure to speak with attorney-turned-career-coach Samorn Selim on the Career Unicorns - Spark Your Joy podcast! We discussed mental health, pandemic parenting, career pivots, reproductive rights, women entrepreneurs, and more. Please share your own story, speak up, and reach out if you need support!

I recently wrote about why it’s important to understand and advocate for paid parental leave policies. While the conversation about parental leave often uses heteronormative terms, I want to emphasize how important this kind of leave is for all individuals and families, for companies, and for society in general. The majority of Americans support this notion; and yet, as of December 2021, the federal budget package that includes paid family and medical leave hangs in precarious balance. Let’s… Show more

I recently wrote about why it’s important to understand and advocate for paid parental leave policies. While the conversation about parental leave often uses heteronormative terms, I want to emphasize how important this kind of leave is for all individuals and families, for companies, and for society in general. The majority of Americans support this notion; and yet, as of December 2021, the federal budget package that includes paid family and medical leave hangs in precarious balance. Let’s take a deeper look at how paid leave is beneficial for all – and let’s advocate for positive change for parents and aspiring parents in 2022...

Whether you are a parent, aspiring parent, or just someone who knows a parent – it’s time to speak up about parental leave.

Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD, PMH-C works with parents, aspiring parents, millennials, young adults, and teens. She is intensively trained in maternal mental health and is passionate about supporting and advocating for working parents. Show less

I had such an inspiring and empowering conversation with my friends at Hello Postpartum about working motherhood --- check it out here!


Listen in as a former attorney and current mental health therapist Lauren Tetenbaum discusses how to stand up for yourself and your rights as a mother in the workplace. It’s empowering, inspiring, and just what working mothers need to hear.

We talked about how workplace policies can set up moms to fail, but it doesn't have to be that way --… Show more

I had such an inspiring and empowering conversation with my friends at Hello Postpartum about working motherhood --- check it out here!


Listen in as a former attorney and current mental health therapist Lauren Tetenbaum discusses how to stand up for yourself and your rights as a mother in the workplace. It’s empowering, inspiring, and just what working mothers need to hear.

We talked about how workplace policies can set up moms to fail, but it doesn't have to be that way -- with the right resources and community, you can make positive change. It's so important to parent out loud at the workplace and bring your whole humanity to work. Employers should listen to what employees want in order to keep working parents in the workforce. There is a lot of work to be done, but we can do it together! You are not alone; know your rights and don't be afraid to advocate for yourself and for future generations. Please reach out if you need support.


Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD, PMH-C works with parents, aspiring parents, millennials, young adults, and teens. She is intensively trained in perinatal mental health and is passionate about supporting and advocating for working parents. Show less

Parental leave in the United States can be hard to understand, in part because it is not consistent (or adequate) among states or employers. Learn more about what you are entitled to, how you can advocate for a better parental leave policy, and why it’s important on Robyn.


Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD, PMH-C works with parents, aspiring parents, millennials, young adults, and teens. She is intensively trained in maternal mental health and is passionate about supporting and… Show more

Parental leave in the United States can be hard to understand, in part because it is not consistent (or adequate) among states or employers. Learn more about what you are entitled to, how you can advocate for a better parental leave policy, and why it’s important on Robyn.


Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD, PMH-C works with parents, aspiring parents, millennials, young adults, and teens. She is intensively trained in maternal mental health and is passionate about supporting and advocating for working parents. Show less

I went to law school to help people and make the world a better place. I realized quickly that to be the most resourceful and supportive advocate I could be, I should also be a social worker. After a decade in the legal industry as an immigration attorney and in roles managing professional development and pro bono initiatives, including coaching new & expecting parents, I pivoted to focus full-time on mental health at a time when I, a working mother in a pandemic, needed that kind of support… Show more

I went to law school to help people and make the world a better place. I realized quickly that to be the most resourceful and supportive advocate I could be, I should also be a social worker. After a decade in the legal industry as an immigration attorney and in roles managing professional development and pro bono initiatives, including coaching new & expecting parents, I pivoted to focus full-time on mental health at a time when I, a working mother in a pandemic, needed that kind of support and community myself.


On this podcast episode, I tell my story and offer support for others with similar experiences.


Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD, PMH-C works with parents, aspiring parents, millennials, emerging adults, and teens. She is passionate about supporting young professionals and working parents. Show less

I’m done with mothers being the default parents. Learn how moms can advocate for change and improve their mental health on Learning Motherhood. Contact me for additional support.

Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD works with parents, aspiring parents, millennials, young adults, and teens. She is trained in maternal mental health by the Seleni Institute and Postpartum Support International. She is passionate about supporting working parents.

I realized early on in the pandemic that my own feelings of anxiety, fatigue, and more were eerily reminiscent of — actually, almost identical to — my postpartum feelings. Read my guide to overcoming foggy feelings while pandemic parenting and/or postpartum at Hello Postpartum.


Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD works with parents, aspiring parents, millennials, young adults, and teens. She is trained in maternal mental health by the Seleni Institute and Postpartum Support International.

Moms have had a rough year. I suggest strategies for mamas to take care of themselves on Westchester NY Moms, a community for moms, by moms! Check it out here.


Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD works with parents, aspiring parents, millennials, young adults, and teens. She is trained in maternal mental health by the Seleni Institute and Postpartum Support International.

How well rested do you feel?

Whether you are a parent or not, it can be hard to find time to rest and take care of yourself. But rest is important — postpartum and beyond. And you are important, too!


My friend and colleague Dr. Elyse Kupperman Chaifetz and I wrote an article on rest for Robyn, a community-driven platform that provides access to integrative maternal wellness tools and resources to assist women and families on their unique paths to parenthood. Robyn is committed… Show more

How well rested do you feel?

Whether you are a parent or not, it can be hard to find time to rest and take care of yourself. But rest is important — postpartum and beyond. And you are important, too!


My friend and colleague Dr. Elyse Kupperman Chaifetz and I wrote an article on rest for Robyn, a community-driven platform that provides access to integrative maternal wellness tools and resources to assist women and families on their unique paths to parenthood. Robyn is committed to destigmatizing, demystifying, and democratizing the right to have a family. Check it out here!


We suggest asking for help when you need it; communicating and connecting; and making time for yourself to focus on yourself. And we’re holding each other accountable to these goals because we could also use some rest!


Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD works with parents, aspiring parents, millennials, and teens. She is trained in maternal mental health by the Seleni Institute and Postpartum Support International. Show less

Author, “Overview of the Considerations Involved in the EB-5 Path to a Green Card,” New York Women’s Bar Association Newsletter, February 2016

Author, “Overview of the Considerations Involved in the EB-5 Path to a Green Card,” Women’s Bar Association of the State of New York e-Newsletter (Volume 4, Number 03), Winter 2016

Author, "The Latest on EB-5 From USCIS: Summary of the August 13th 2015 Public Engagement," EB5Investors.com, August 18, 2015