
Dr. Lauren Gardner
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC (she, they)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Let's Connect (919) 887-8503

You're struggling to understand what's wrong, and life feels out of control or meaningless. Maybe you had a bad experience with therapy before. Something still isn't working, and what used to get you up in the morning, just doesn't anymore. Accomplishing success ultimately brings its own problems, and now that you're almost there, the drive is going away. It's like you're doing everything right, and yet nothing is improving. Endless articles about mental health, sleep hygiene, and other topics aren't offering anything new. The change you're looking for still feels elusive.
If the same old self-care and mental health advice isn't enough, there's often a deeper disconnect that needs addressing. My therapeutic style goes there with courage, humility, and creativity. I use techniques from Internal Family Systems and somatic therapies, in an existential and experiential paradigm. "Less Judgment, More Curiosity" is my motto.
If you're ready for something new, or to really leave the past behind, get in touch with me. Let's talk more. It's time to shift from surviving to thriving, by focusing on becoming who you've always been deep down.
Call or Email Dr. Lauren Gardner now for a free 15 minute consultation - (919) 887-8503
Let's Connect (919) 887-8503

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $160
- Couple Sessions $160
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa
Dr. Lauren Gardner
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (919) 887-8503
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 10695 Lauren Gardner
- In Practice for 11 years
- Attended University of West Georgia, Graduated 2012
- Certificate from University of West Georgia Integrative Health Studies / 2012
- Degree/Diploma from North Carolina State University Ph.D. / 2019
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- LGBTQ+
- ADHD
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Emotional Disturbance
- Gender Nonbinary
- Lesbian
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Political overwhelm
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Spirituality
- Trauma and PTSD
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Culturally Sensitive
- Existential
- Experiential
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Jungian
- Psychodynamic
- Transpersonal
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
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Dr. Lauren Gardner
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (919) 887-8503