Lauren Hawkins, LPC
Compassionate Texas LPC for trauma and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anxiety and depression
- CBT and DBT
About Lauren Hawkins
Lauren Hawkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas who brings eight years of experience working with mental health and substance use concerns. She earned a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sam Houston State University and has supported clients ranging in age from four years old to adults with a wide variety of presenting issues.
Her clinical background includes work in community mental health agencies, inpatient and outpatient behavioral health hospitals, transitional living programs, and school settings, providing both individual and group therapy. Over the course of her career she has worked with people facing addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, life transitions, relationship and family challenges, career concerns, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue, among other difficulties. She has also supported individuals who experienced physical trauma or psychological and emotional abuse.
Lauren’s counseling style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She integrates cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and client-centered techniques to tailor discussion and treatment planning to each person’s unique needs. As an LPC, she holds the professional credential to provide counseling services in Texas. She is not currently accepting clients.
Her clinical background includes work in community mental health agencies, inpatient and outpatient behavioral health hospitals, transitional living programs, and school settings, providing both individual and group therapy. Over the course of her career she has worked with people facing addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, life transitions, relationship and family challenges, career concerns, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue, among other difficulties. She has also supported individuals who experienced physical trauma or psychological and emotional abuse.
Lauren’s counseling style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She integrates cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and client-centered techniques to tailor discussion and treatment planning to each person’s unique needs. As an LPC, she holds the professional credential to provide counseling services in Texas. She is not currently accepting clients.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lauren Hawkins have?
Lauren Hawkins has 8 years of experience working with mental health and substance use concerns.
Is Lauren Hawkins a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: TX LPC 77128.
In which languages does Lauren Hawkins provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Lauren Hawkins located?
She is located in Texas.
How can I work with Lauren Hawkins as my therapist?
You can work with Lauren Hawkins through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lauren Hawkins work with international clients?
Lauren Hawkins does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lauren Hawkins cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Lauren Hawkins
Lauren Hawkins draws on client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s goals and experiences guide the work. This approach emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration, and is helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and navigating life transitions.
She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress management, and coping skill development because it offers practical tools and structured strategies.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques may be incorporated to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. These strategies can be especially useful for intense emotions, anger, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Lauren works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors the plan as progress is made and priorities shift.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to access care from different locations. These formats allow licensed professionals to provide consistent, ongoing support while accommodating varied lifestyles and responsibilities.