- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Lauren
Lauren Williams is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) in Maryland with five years of clinical experience. She works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma and grief. Her practice includes support for people coping with life changes and postpartum concerns.
Lauren completed her Master of Social Work at the University of Maryland in 2019. She brings both professional and personal perspective to perinatal and postpartum mental health, having navigated her own postpartum experience while raising two children. That background informs how she talks with parents about practical routines, mood changes, and the small steps that can ease daily strain.
In sessions she uses client-centered work to follow what matters most to the person sitting across from her. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques to build coping skills and reduce unhelpful thinking patterns. Solution-focused ideas appear when clients want short-term plans and clear next steps.
Lauren often addresses family-related topics such as communication problems, caregiver stress, and the emotional impact of divorce or loss. She also supports people dealing with chronic illness, fertility difficulties, and the guilt or shame that can follow major life events. Practical problem solving and skill-building are regular parts of her approach.
Clients can expect a straightforward style that emphasizes small, doable changes. Lauren aims to help people manage symptoms, strengthen coping tools, and find clearer ways to handle everyday demands. She offers care in English and practices in Maryland as an LCSW-C.
Using CBT, mindfulness, and client-centered work online
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following what matters most to the person. Online sessions using this approach center the client's goals and priorities, and the therapist reflects and clarifies to help make progress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to change patterns that cause distress. CBT can help with anxiety, low mood, and repetitive worries. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase awareness of the present moment, which can aid stress management and emotional regulation.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide whether to focus on skill-building, short-term goals, or reflective listening and can adjust the plan as needed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins between appointments. They also let people try different session styles and pacing to find what fits daily life best.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma and grief, plus postpartum and perinatal mental health.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She practices client-centered therapy, using CBT and mindfulness techniques to build coping skills and address unhelpful thoughts.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of clinical experience and completed her Master of Social Work at the University of Maryland in 2019.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is an LCSW-C practicing in Maryland.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started if I want to meet with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.