Lauren Gardner
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
In my approach, I'm willing to open up tough questions and help my clients create enduring and meaningful changes in their lives.
Many people consider psychotherapy when life hurts too much, but hesitate to take the first step. You might wonder, will this help? Can it get any better? Am I just... strange? Often it's easier to move on from trauma or loss with the help of a compassionate, empathetic person. Therapy can help you develop a new and broader sense of yourself, your life, and your future. Therapy is a way to bring back your spirit and reorient yourself to the person you are meant to be. In my approach, I'm willing to open up tough questions and help my clients create enduring and meaningful changes in their lives. I'm seeking clients who want personalized and challenging therapy experiences, and real feedback from their therapist.
Practice hours (EDT)
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Abuse
- Anxiety
- Childhood Abuse
- Gender Identity
- Intimacy Concerns
- Life Transitions
- Sexual Concerns
- Sexual Identity
- Trauma
Age groups
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
- Seniors (65 or older)
Special groups
- Adult children of alcoholics
- Immigrants
- People who are bisexual
- People who identify as non-binary
- People who identify as queer
- Professional Healthcare Providers
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Existential Psychotherapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Internal Family Systems Therapy
Remote options
- Voice
- Video
Payment options
$160per session
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – North Carolina
- In-network insurance
- Out-of-network insurance
- Out-of-pocket
- I offer a free consultation
Payment methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
- Health Savings Account
- Venmo
Credentials
Licenses
LCMHC
NCBLCMHC
10695, North Carolina
Certificates
Integrative Health Certificate
University of West GA
Integrative Health Certification requiring 12 graduate credit hours of coursework
Education
North Carolina State University
PhD (Doctor of Philosophy), 2019
University of West GA
MS (Master of Science in Counseling), 2012
MA Psychology
NCSU
PhD (Doctor of Philosophy), 2019
Counselor Education and Supervision
Publications
Metamodernism: A New Philosophical Approach to Counseling
Journal of Humanistic Counseling
Metamodernism: A New Philosophical Approach to Counseling
See publication