Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S

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Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S (she, her)

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Lexington, KY 40504

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Generational trauma, racialized trauma, system-induced trauma... Trauma is far-reaching and multifaceted and to varying degrees, trauma impacts every single person on the face of this Earth. As a trauma specialist and sex therapy provider, those who seek to gain insight and process trauma(s) and current life stressors I am here to support you on that journey. Inclusive exploration, culturally responsive, and trauma-based services including "EMDR Intensives". YOU have the ability to highlight and tap into your own empowerment, peace, joy, and self-love. Growth and healing begins within. If you are ready to do the work, I am here!

I offer counseling to clients and couples from all walks of life who have experienced trauma, personal stressors, sex/relationship issues and everything in between. As a client-centered doctor of clinical counseling, my clinical orientation is grounded in knowing my role is to help clients tap into their highest level of self actualization and functioning.

If you are someone who has experienced trauma and significant life stressors over the course of your life and you are seeking to gain a greater understanding about yourself and how you are navigating the world from an interpersonal and reflective perspective consider contacting me for a consultation for couples, individual, sex, or trauma-based therapy.

Call Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey now for a free 15 minute consultation - (859) 295-3882

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Trauma Informed Counseling Center

Lexington, KY 40504

(859) 295-3882

The Trauma Informed Counseling Center

80 Codell Drive

ste 230

Lexington, KY 40509 map

My website

I offer in-person therapy sessions, EMDR Intensive therapy sessions in a warm, relaxed, laid back office and Telehealth sessions, as needed.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues and Sex Therapy

$190 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (859) 295-3882

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Trauma Informed Counseling Center

Lexington, KY 40504

(859) 295-3882

The Trauma Informed Counseling Center

80 Codell Drive

ste 230

Lexington, KY 40509 map

My website

I offer in-person therapy sessions, EMDR Intensive therapy sessions in a warm, relaxed, laid back office and Telehealth sessions, as needed.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues and Sex Therapy

$190 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $190
Couple Sessions $250

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Health Savings Account, Zelle

Insurance

Out of Network

The sex therapy counseling services I provide a strictly out of pocket and I do not accept any insurance for this specific service.

Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S

Call for a free consultation now - (859) 295-3882

The sex therapy counseling services I provide a strictly out of pocket and I do not accept any insurance for this specific service.

Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S

Call for a free consultation now - (859) 295-3882

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Kentucky / 164142 Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 16 years

Attended Doctoral Degree in Counselor Education and Superivsion , Ed.D, Graduated 2019

Additional Credentials

Membership with American Counseling Association 6423382 / 2010

I am a Black mental health provider and doctor of counseling aiming to highlight inclusivity, intersectionality, and empowerment with all.

Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S

Call for a free consultation now - (859) 295-3882

I am a Black mental health provider and doctor of counseling aiming to highlight inclusivity, intersectionality, and empowerment with all.

Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S

Call for a free consultation now - (859) 295-3882

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Sex Therapy

Expertise

Bisexual
Body Image
Coping Skills
EMDR Intensives
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Marital and Pre-martial counseling
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Polyamory & ENM
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Racial Identity
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
Stress
Thinking Disorders
Veterans

I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families heal. For over a decade I have dedicated my career to providing trauma-informed clinical interventions in various counseling settings within the Central KY region. I am formally trained in CPT, EMDR, TF-CBT, and DBT. I am also a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional.

Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S

Call for a free consultation now - (859) 295-3882

Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S

Call for a free consultation now - (859) 295-3882

Endorsement

Amanda DuFour

Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, CSW

Dr. Lauren Downey is a strong leader and skilled clinician who has built a truly trauma-informed practice. Her compassion and clinical expertise create a safe, empowering space for both clients and staff.

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Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S

Laura Sutton

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Ashley Robinson

Counselor, LPCA

Aleesha Brown

Pre-Licensed Professional, LPCA

Client Focus

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Feminist
Humanistic
Integrative couples and sex therapy (ICST)
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural
Narrative
Trauma Focused

Cognitive Processing Therapy, Emotion-Based Sex Therapy, and EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). I have been formally trained in all three of these therapies as well as TF-CBT (trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy). Depending on the clients clinical needs , the client and I will explore and discuss what therapy type will be the best fit for them.

Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S

Call for a free consultation now - (859) 295-3882

Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S

Call for a free consultation now - (859) 295-3882

Location

Primary Location

Lexington, KY 40504

(859) 295-3882

My website

Additional Location

The Trauma Informed Counseling Center

80 Codell Drive

ste 230

Lexington, KY 40509

(859) 295-3882

Group Practice

The Trauma Informed Counseling Center

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Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

I offer in-person therapy sessions, EMDR Intensive therapy sessions in a warm, relaxed, laid back office and Telehealth sessions, as needed.

Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S

Call for a free consultation now - (859) 295-3882

I offer in-person therapy sessions, EMDR Intensive therapy sessions in a warm, relaxed, laid back office and Telehealth sessions, as needed.

Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey

Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S

Call for a free consultation now - (859) 295-3882

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