Therapist / Lauren Thompson, LMSW

Gender: Female

Pronouns: She/her

Ethnicity: Multiracial

Service Language(s): English

I believe in the power of connecting past experiences to the present, while honoring culture, identity, and interconnectedness. I view therapy as a space where you can express yourself freely, reflect on experiences & how they shape you, and make the changes necessary to explore & embrace your authentic self in order to be the person you strive to embody. People often say I have a warm, welcoming energy that makes difficult conversations feel comfortable. I value finding moments to incorporate laughter, while also “keeping it real”! I am genuinely curious about your story as I feel honored to be invited into your most vulnerable moments.

I am particularly passionate about supporting individuals who are navigating challenges related to cultural & queer/trans identity, family of origin, life transitions, interpersonal challenges, generational trauma, and grief. I draw from a blend of approaches including IFS, Narrative, and attachment-based work to tailor our sessions to your unique needs.

I have witnessed how life-changing the therapeutic space can be through my lived experience and seeing the power of connection in my work. If you are ready to explore your challenges or simply would like guidance towards growth, I invite you to reach out for a consultation! Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions about therapy or my practice.

Relevant Lived Experience: As a Southeast Asian-American, mixed race, queer woman, and daughter of an immigrant, I have lived knowledge of the unique experiences that can accompany these identities. Additionally, while I do not identify as Catholic anymore, I grew up in the Catholic faith and have knowledge of experiences, practices, and beliefs within the religion. Lastly, I have personal experience navigating the grief & loss of a parent. I disclose these pieces of my life in the hope that you feel connected with me as a human and that you may feel seen in our work together if you have similar experiences or walks of life.

Qualifications:

License State: Texas

Practice Information:

Sliding scale / reduced fee accepted: Yes

Types of insurance accepted: Evernorth

Location:

8700 Menchaca Rd Suite 703, Austin, TX, 78748, USA

Modalities:

Families, Individual, Couples

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Compassion Focused, Culturally Sensitive, Emotionally Focused, Family Systems, Feminist, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Interpersonal, Multicultural, Narrative, Person-Centered, Play Therapy, Relational, Strength-Based, Trauma Focused

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