Lauren Arney
Counselor, MA , LCMHCA (she, her)
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Knightdale, NC 27545
Do you feel like you’re constantly bracing for the next blow, or perhaps you’ve simply shut down to survive? Trauma, whether from a betrayal, a major life transition, or past abuse, has a way of keeping you stuck in a loop of isolation. You’re likely exhausted from carrying a heavy past that refuses to stay back there, leaving you feeling disconnected from yourself and others. You want to feel safe in your own body again and stop the identity-shift that happens when you’re triggered. You deserve more than just "getting by"; you deserve to feel grounded, whole, and truly hopeful.
I specialize in helping you process the "stuck" memories that talk therapy can’t always reach. As an EMDRIA-trained EMDR therapist, I provide a trauma-informed, person-centered space where your complexity is honored. We’ll use EMDR to help your brain’s natural healing process, reducing the intensity of triggers and the weight of the past.
Taking this first step is brave, especially when trust has been broken before. You don’t have to carry the weight of your history alone anymore. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space for clients 16+ to begin their healing journey. When you’re ready to reclaim your sense of self and finally breathe a little easier, reach out. I am here to support you.
Call or Email Lauren Arney now for a free 15 minute consultation - (984) 271-8708
Let's Connect (984) 271-8708

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $160
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Contigo
- Healthy Blue North Carolina
- MedCost
Lauren Arney
Counselor, MA , LCMHCA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 271-8708
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of North Carolina / A19785 Supervised by Paula Lavocat (North Carolina / 10283) Lauren Arney
- Attended Rollins College , Clinical Mental Health Counseling MA , Graduated 2018
- Membership with American Counseling Association 6696090 / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Lauren Arney
Counselor, MA , LCMHCA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 271-8708
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Life Transitions
- Women's Issues
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infertility
- LGBTQ+
- Men's Issues
- Peer Relationships
- Polyamory & ENM
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Stress
- Substance Use
Lauren Arney
Counselor, MA , LCMHCA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 271-8708
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Lauren Arney
Counselor, MA , LCMHCA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 271-8708
Location
Primary Location
Advocate Counseling and Consulting, PLLC
Knightdale, NC 27545
(984) 271-8708Email Me
Additional Location
Advocate Counseling and Consulting , PLLC
Wilson, NC 27893
(984) 271-8708