Lauren Dawood, LPC, LCMHC

Lauren Dawood is a licensed counselor serving clients in North Carolina and Wisconsin, bringing 11 years of professional experience to her practice. She holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - and focuses on supporting people facing stress and anxiety, depression and mood disorders, trauma and PTSD, eating and food-related challenges, relationship and career concerns, and LGBT related issues among other struggles. Lauren approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversations and treatment plans to reflect each individual’s specific needs and goals.

She emphasizes a collaborative process that recognizes the courage it takes to begin therapy, and she affirms the step of reaching out for help. Lauren tailors her work to meet unique circumstances, helping clients build coping strategies, navigate life changes, and address patterns that interfere with well-being. She encourages anyone considering therapy to take the next step and is supportive of clients as they begin their work toward meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Lauren commonly integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide her online work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, helping clients explore their feelings and strengths while the therapist follows the client’s lead - this approach often helps with self-esteem, relationship concerns, and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, and mood-related symptoms.

She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy principles when appropriate, teaching skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - these skills can be useful for managing intense emotions and improving communication. Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lauren works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility and accessibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access support from home or other convenient locations.