Lauren
Pre-Licensed Professional, MMFT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Let's Connect (615) 701-4914

I work with young adults, couples, and individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and life adjustments. My ideal client is seeking a safe, supportive space to process emotions, talk through challenges, and learn healthier ways to cope. Together, we will work to identify negative thought patterns, reduce symptoms like panic attacks, and build emotional resilience. They are motivated to feel better and willing to do the work both in and outside of therapy. My goal is to help them feel more confident and free from any anxiety or depression holding them back.
It may seem unconventional to some, but I truly enjoy working with teenagers. If you want therapy that doesn't feel stiff or formal but more relaxed (and dare I say fun), you have come to the right gal. My goal is to help my clients become the best versions of themselves in a space free from judgment or expectation.
Whether you are the client or are looking for a child or spouse, I'd love to help. I know how hard it is to find the right fit and how scary it can feel to trust someone with your child. I invite you to ask questions or express any concerns you may have, and I am willing to walk alongside you on this journey in hopes of finding the right fit.
Call or Email Lauren Benefield now for a free 15 minute consultation - (615) 701-4914
Let's Connect (615) 701-4914

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
- Couple Sessions $145
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Paypal, Venmo
Lauren Benefield
Pre-Licensed Professional, MMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 701-4914
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Taryn Peterson (Tennessee / 1149) Lauren Benefield
- In Practice for 5 years
- Attended Masters of Counseling program at Indiana Wesleyan University, Masters, Graduated 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Lauren Benefield
Pre-Licensed Professional, MMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (615) 701-4914
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- tweens & teens going through a parental divorce
- Women's Issues
Lauren Benefield
Pre-Licensed Professional, MMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 701-4914
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Christian Counseling
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Structural Family Therapy
Lauren Benefield
Pre-Licensed Professional, MMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 701-4914