Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Nacogdoches, TX

I am a Los Angeles native with a Bachelor’s in Business and a Master’s in Social Work, I’ve spent the past 10 years doing work I genuinely love. I bring both real‐world perspective and clinical experience into the therapy space—with a little humor along the way. I’m excited to offer a safe, affirming place where we can process together and work toward your ideal goals.

Hi, I’m Lauren.

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Let’s skip the therapy stereotypes for a second.

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If you’re looking for someone who’s going to sit quietly, nod, and give you a bunch of “mm-hmm’s” while you spin in circles, I’m probably not your therapist. If you’re looking for someone who will actually listen, be honest with you, and help you figure out what the hell is keeping you stuck, we might be a really good fit.

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I believe growth requires asking tough questions and having uncomfortable conversations. I also know that trauma, change, and vulnerability can be scary as hell. My goal isn’t to throw you into the deep end and tell you to swim. My goal is to help you feel safe enough to approach the hard stuff while still challenging you in ways that actually lead to growth—not overwhelm your nervous system.

Hi, I'm glad you're here! I’m a licensed therapist with over a decade of experience supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and life transitions. I offer a collaborative, supportive space where individuals feel understood and empowered to create meaningful change.

My background includes work in high-acuity settings such as correctional facilities, inpatient psychiatric units, and hospital-based outpatient care. At the Harris County Jail in Houston, Texas, I developed reentry-focused assessment tools to improve continuity of care between the court and medical systems.

I’ve been part of a team that built programs from the ground up, including a home visitation program for mothers, now offered through telehealth in both virtual and hybrid formats. I use structured therapeutic tools to help individuals actively engage in treatment.

I have a focused interest in depression, anxiety, grief, and women’s mental health, including pregnancy and postpartum. I offer telehealth sessions across Texas, with insurance and private pay options available.

I believe therapy should feel less like performing and more like finally being able to exhale. My approach is warm, collaborative, insight-oriented, and rooted in genuine human connection. I specialize in psychoanalytic and narrative therapy, helping clients explore the deeper patterns, relationships, experiences, and stories that shape how they move through the world. Together, we work to uncover the “why” beneath recurring emotions, behaviors, relationship dynamics, and internal conflicts while also rewriting narratives that no longer serve you.