- Grief and loss
- Anxiety and stress
- Addiction support
About Lauren
Lauren Ripley is a Missouri Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with seven years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing grief, depression, anxiety, stress, addictions, relationship and family concerns, and issues related to sexuality and LGBT identity. Lauren also supports people dealing with ADHD, trauma and abuse, intimacy concerns, eating issues, anger, and coping with life changes.
She earned a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Stephen F. Austin State University in 2016 and has worked in college counseling centers, rehabilitation centers for drug and alcohol use, and private practice settings. Those roles gave her experience supporting people with suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and co-occurring addiction and mental health concerns.
Lauren describes her style as relatable, personal, and straightforward. She values transparency in sessions and uses clear, direct conversation to guide and validate what clients bring. She focuses on strengths and practical steps, and she uses positivity and humor when it fits.
In sessions she helps people talk through what matters to them and identifies small, manageable moves that can change day-to-day life. She draws from approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy to match methods to each person’s needs.
People who come when they feel stuck or uncertain often find concrete ideas to try between meetings. Lauren asks questions, offers feedback, and helps clients clarify values and goals. To begin, she asks prospective clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How Lauren’s approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small committed actions that align with what matters. It can help when someone feels stuck, directionless, or overwhelmed by difficult thoughts and feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on identifying and working through powerful emotions that affect relationships and intimacy, helping people understand and respond to emotional experiences more effectively.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Lauren works collaboratively to identify which methods fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She will discuss options, try approaches, and adjust as sessions reveal what helps most.
The original biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online work helpful because it makes scheduling easier, allows shorter check-ins when time is limited, and removes travel time from a busy day. Online sessions can also allow someone to continue support after a life change that affects location or routine. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and EFT techniques for remote sessions, using focused conversation and practical exercises that fit into everyday life.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with grief, depression, anxiety, stress, addictions, relationship and family concerns, and issues related to LGBT identity, among others.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is relatable, personal, and straightforward, using clear conversation, validation, and occasional humor to guide sessions.
What is her clinical background?
She has a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (2016) and seven years of experience in college counseling centers, rehab settings, and private practice.
What credentials and location apply?
She is a Missouri Licensed Professional Counselor (MO LPC) practicing in Missouri.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.