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Lauren Barker
Counselor, LCMHC, MA, NCC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28209
Let's Connect (704) 610-0379
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You might be struggling with an eating disorder/body image, anxiety, chronic illness, or trauma-or a mix of all of these! You might be a mental health provider seeking therapy for yourself or be working in another type of high stress job. Working through any of these concerns can be overwhelming and feel impossible to manage alone. Regardless of what brings you in, I aim to meet you where you're at and work as your partner to build coping skills, meaningful connections to yourself & others, and ultimately a life that you fully enjoy living.
My approach is individualized & trauma-informed. I believe the therapeutic fit is crucial to achieving your goals, so I always aim to create a safe environment where we can work together to explore what you bring to our sessions. I am trained in Brainspotting levels 1 & 2 for trauma healing and nervous system regulation.
We're all deserving of healing and acceptance. I aim to listen and support you on the journey to growth, embodiment, and meaningful connection. Engaging in therapy is very powerful, and I'm always honored to share that journey with my clients... "What we don't need in the midst of struggle is shame for being human." -Brene Brown
Call or Email Lauren Barker now for a free 15 minute consultation - (704) 610-0379
Let's Connect (704) 610-0379
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 610-0379
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Lauren Barker
Counselor, LCMHC, MA, NCC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 17618 Lauren Barker
- In Practice for 3 Years
- Certificate from Brainspotting levels 1 and 2 Certified
- Attended UNC Charlotte, Master's in Counseling
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Eating Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Body Positivity
- Chronic Illness
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Dual Diagnosis
- First Responders
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Infertility
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Women's Issues
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Mother
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Single Mother
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Brainspotting
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Feminist
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (704) 610-0379
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Lauren Barker
Counselor, LCMHC, MA, NCC