Lauren holds a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University in Sarasota Florida, and a Bachelor's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Auburn University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. Lauren has 10 years of experience with individual, couples and family counseling, as well as experience facilitating educational parenting and substance abuse groups, and sexual abuse support groups. Lauren enjoys working with those experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, grief and loss, relational conflict, substance abuse, and faith-based issues. She strongly believes in meeting people where they are, and treating them with love, respect and acceptance.