Lauren Hawkins , LPC

Lauren Hawkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sam Houston State University. With more than eight years of experience working in mental health and substance use settings, she has supported people from age four through adulthood who face a wide range of challenges, including addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family concerns, career pressures, and phase-of-life transitions. Lauren has also worked extensively with individuals who have experienced physical trauma or emotional and psychological abuse.

Her clinical work spans community mental health agencies, inpatient and outpatient behavioral health hospitals, transitional living programs, and school settings, giving her experience with both individual and group therapy formats. Her style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she seeks to create a therapeutic environment that responds to each person’s needs.

Lauren blends cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and client-centered approaches to shape treatment, and she adapts conversations and care plans to the specific goals and circumstances of each person. She frames mental health as a journey and encourages those who are ready to take steps toward change, offering steady support and practical guidance along the way.

Approaches Lauren Uses for Online Therapeutic Support

Lauren Hawkins integrates client-centered therapy, a method that prioritizes the individual’s perspective and builds a respectful, empathetic relationship so people feel heard and understood - this approach can be especially helpful for those navigating relationship, attachment, and life-transition concerns.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to challenge and change them; CBT often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress management.

In addition, Lauren draws on elements of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills, which can be useful for intense mood states, impulsive behaviors, and relationship difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Lauren works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then tailors techniques and pace so the plan fits the individual rather than forcing a single method.

Online therapy with licensed professionals like Lauren offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These modalities make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care across locations, and access timely support while working together toward meaningful change.