Lauren Gardner, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)

Lauren Gardner

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

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Updated 30 days ago
10 years in practice

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.

Remote
Speaks English
Emergency number not available
Treats suicidal ideation
WhiteCisgender WomanBisexualBuddhismSpiritual, not religiousUnaffiliated: secular/nonreligious/agnostic/atheistLGBTQIA+ ally

Practice hours (EDT)

Sun
closed
Mon
11:00 am 7:00 pm
Tue
11:00 am 7:00 pm
Wed
11:00 am 7:00 pm
Thu
11:00 am 7:00 pm
Fri
10:00 am 6:00 pm
Sat
closed

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

Other