Family therapy and counseling in Mesa, AZ

I’m Lauren, an LCSW with a deep commitment to helping individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive. My style is warm, collaborative, and flexible—drawn from over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families in a variety of settings, including childcare centers, hospitals, homes, and clinical offices.

My work is grounded in the belief that behavior is communication—and through unpacking trauma and building emotional insight, we can begin to rewrite the stories that hold us back. I specialize in helping clients build self-awareness, improve relationships, and discover their inner resilience.

Throughout my career, I’ve also partnered closely with systems such as DCS, DES, probation, DDD, and the court system. This experience helps me provide informed, holistic care that considers the broader context of my clients’ lives. I draw from a wide range of modalities to ensure each client’s unique needs are met with compassion and clarity.

Working with me means being met with kindness, honesty, and unwavering support. I believe that you are the expert in your own life—and my role is to help you access the insight, tools, and strength already within you.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a PsyD in Behavioral Health Leadership and Industrial/Organizational Psychology. I primarily work with adolescents and young adults, often incorporating family members to improve communication and relational patterns. I also work with professionals and athletes to strengthen mindset, reduce stress, and enhance performance using principles from mental performance and organizational psychology. My approach integrates CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care to help clients build resilience, self-awareness, and meaningful, lasting growth.

Bilingual Therapist [Spanish]: Proficient in Overcoming Challenges, Expert in Crafting Solutions

Terapeuta Bilingüe: Experto en Superar Desafíos, Especialista en Crear Soluciones.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for the past 14 years, I have found that every person possesses the ability to change. I graduated with my masters degree from Loyola University Chicago where I specialized in working with older adults. I have since expanded my expertise to include all ages of adults who are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, or difficult life changes.

Troy is a Graduate from GCU in Arizona, with a MS in Professional Counseling. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (Therapist) in the State of Arizona, and a Member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. He has been providing Mental Health Therapy for 11 years. He has provided Faith Based Counseling since 2000.