My practice is grounded in the belief that meaningful connection is one of the most rewarding experiences life offers — and that our relationships suffer when we're overwhelmed or disconnected from ourselves. I'm passionate about helping individuals and couples build the relational awareness needed to nurture and sustain that connection.
In addition to my private practice, I serve as Clinical Director of The RescYOU Group, a non-profit supporting families through child loss. In this role, I provide clinical oversight and consultation to our grief counseling and coaching staff, and offer couples counseling to parents navigating grief within their marriage or partnership. Losing a child is one of life's most profound challenges, and I'm honored to walk alongside parents as they find their way forward.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Louisiana also certified in Telehealth. I am a native of Acadiana and graduated from the Episcopal School of Acadiana. I then went on to obtain a Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Millsaps College and later a Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Louisiana at Monroe.
Meet Lauren
A personalized approach
My approach is casual and professional — I am not a "blank slate" therapist, I'm a real person, and I show up as one in our work together. Your session is about you, but I'll actively participate, guide, and engage rather than sit back with the typical "so, how did that make you feel?" style of therapy. I want you to be YOU. Put your feet on the couch. Say all the bad words you need to say.
I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can lean into your toughest moments — to gain insight, work through challenges, and build resilience and hope for what's ahead. I believe every client already possesses the strength and skill to reach their potential. Together, we can break through the emotional and behavioral barriers standing between you and a full, authentic life.
On a personal note, I'm a wife and mother of two young children. When I'm not working or spending time with family, you'll likely find me at a live music show, out to dinner with friends, or getting a little too competitive on the tennis court or at the mahjong table.
My Therapeutic Techniques
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
CBT is an approach that works well for a variety of mental and emotional concerns that focuses on how your thoughts affect your feelings and behaviors. In CBT, I find and dispute the negative or dysfunctional thoughts that lead you towards unfulfilling or maladaptive behaviors. In CBT, mindset matters. Assessing and addressing your thinking can free you from significant emotional pain.
Relational Life Therapy, developed by bestselling author and therapist Terry Real, is a powerful, direct, and compassionate approach to couples work. Unlike traditional therapy that only focuses on insight, RLT is designed to create real change in how partners show up for each other—right in the session.
RLT helps couples:
Break destructive patterns by addressing unhelpful behaviors, not just talking about them.
Heal from disconnection by teaching partners how to repair ruptures with honesty, accountability, and compassion.
Balance love and power—creating relationships that are both deeply connected and fair.
Transform family legacies by understanding how early family experiences shape current dynamics, and learning healthier ways to relate.
With RLT, the therapist is active and coaching-oriented—not a neutral observer. We call out harmful patterns with warmth and respect, while guiding partners toward the skills they need for a thriving, intimate, and equitable relationship.
The goal of RLT isn’t just to “fix problems.” It’s to help couples build a new way of relating—one that is grounded in truth, mutual respect, closeness, and a shared vision for the future.
Relational Life Therapy
Gottman Method
I am Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Level 1 trained and I use this approach when working on relationship growth. The Gottman Method utilizes research-based methods to improve the couple's friendship, increase positive affect, implement conflict management and create shared meaning. The Gottman Method is an evidence-based practice used for couples who are ready to work on their connection and communication. This method can be used for marriage counseling, couples counseling, LGBTQ+ couples, or anyone who identifies as being in a monogamous relationship.