Lauren Schaefer

Pre-Licensed Professional, ALPC, MHSP, MEd, NCC

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Lauren Schaefer

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1608 Williams Drive Unit 301 Murfreesboro, TN 37129

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Healing and personal growth are not linear, and you don’t have to do it alone. I believe we are always growing into the most authentic version of ourselves. I’m here to walk alongside you through the challenges and victories of your mental health journey. Whether you're navigating life transitions, healing from past trauma, or simply feeling stuck in your current season of life, I provide a safe space for you to explore, process, and move forward. I work with individuals who often feel overwhelmed, but who are also courageous enough to take the first steps towards meaningful change.

My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and belief in your capacity to grow. I use CBT, Humanistic, and Solution-Focused techniques, tailored to your needs. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, substance use, depression, mood disorders, and grief, among many other concerns. I offer a safe, supportive space for healing and growth.

My therapeutic style is warm and lighthearted. I tailor our work to your unique story. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, resilience, and a deeper sense of purpose. My goal is to support you not just in coping, but also in thriving. If you're seeking support, please email or call me to get scheduled. I would be honored to work with you!

Take the first step to help. Call or Email Lauren Schaefer now - (615) 653-4115

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

Ellie Mental Health

1608 Williams Drive

Unit 301

Murfreesboro, TN 37129 map

(615) 653-4115

My website

Ready to start therapy? Book online anytime or message me to set up an in-person or virtual session.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Mood Disorders

I accept insurance

I see individuals and families

Let's Connect (615) 653-4115

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

Ellie Mental Health

1608 Williams Drive

Unit 301

Murfreesboro, TN 37129 map

(615) 653-4115

My website

Ready to start therapy? Book online anytime or message me to set up an in-person or virtual session.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Mood Disorders

I accept insurance

I see individuals and families

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
All Savers
Ambetter
Cigna and Evernorth
Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
MultiPlan
Optum
Oscar Health
Partners Direct Health
Self Pay
Surest/UHC
Tricare East Region
UMR
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
VA Community Care Network (CCN)

To know cost per session, please reach out to your insurance company to inquire about your mental health benefits. Prior to your first session, I will inform you of any estimated copays our billing team has been informed of. We are happy to work with you to keep therapy as affordable as possible!

Lauren Schaefer

Pre-Licensed Professional, ALPC, MHSP, MEd, NCC

Email me or call with questions - (615) 653-4115

Lauren Schaefer

Pre-Licensed Professional, ALPC, MHSP, MEd, NCC

Email me or call with questions - (615) 653-4115

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Tennessee Supervised by Anne Loubier (Tennessee / 3267) Lauren Schaefer

Education and Years In Practice

Attended Auburn University , Masters, Graduated 2025

Additional Credentials

Certificate from National Board for Certified Counselors 1738393 / 2025

Lauren Schaefer

Pre-Licensed Professional, ALPC, MHSP, MEd, NCC

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (615) 653-4115

Lauren Schaefer

Pre-Licensed Professional, ALPC, MHSP, MEd, NCC

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (615) 653-4115

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Mood Disorders

Expertise

Behavioral Issues
Coping Skills
Depression
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Violence
Drug Abuse
Eating Disorders
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
Impulse Control Disorders
Peer Relationships
Personality Disorders
Psychosis
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Stress
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Thinking Disorders

I work with clients who may be struggling with trauma related to their relationships or previous experiences, depression, or anxiety that controls their lives. During our initial sessions, we will delve into the issues at hand and collaboratively create a treatment plan for addressing these concerns.

Lauren Schaefer

Pre-Licensed Professional, ALPC, MHSP, MEd, NCC

Email me or call with questions - (615) 653-4115

Lauren Schaefer

Pre-Licensed Professional, ALPC, MHSP, MEd, NCC

Email me or call with questions - (615) 653-4115

2 Endorsements

Sam Hess

Counselor, APC, NCC, MEd

Lauren goes above and beyond to meet the needs of all her clients!

Kristin Clark

Pre-Licensed Professional, ALPC, MHSP, NCC

Lauren is a kind, empathetic, and very skilled therapist. With a sharp attention to detail, she makes clients feel comfortable as well as supported.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Feminist
Humanistic
Integrative
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative
Person-Centered
Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I often use CBT in my practice with integration from several other theories to meet the needs of my clients. In your first session, we will explore what brought you to therapy, dig into your background and history, and decide on several treatment goals to measure progress being made. With CBT, we examine how your thoughts affect your emotions and your experience.

Lauren Schaefer

Pre-Licensed Professional, ALPC, MHSP, MEd, NCC

Email me or call with questions - (615) 653-4115

Lauren Schaefer

Pre-Licensed Professional, ALPC, MHSP, MEd, NCC

Email me or call with questions - (615) 653-4115

Location

Primary Location

Ellie Mental Health

1608 Williams Drive

Unit 301

Murfreesboro, TN 37129

(615) 653-4115

Email Me

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Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Ready to start therapy? Book online anytime or message me to set up an in-person or virtual session.

Lauren Schaefer

Pre-Licensed Professional, ALPC, MHSP, MEd, NCC

Take the first step to help. Call now - (615) 653-4115

Ready to start therapy? Book online anytime or message me to set up an in-person or virtual session.

Lauren Schaefer

Pre-Licensed Professional, ALPC, MHSP, MEd, NCC

Take the first step to help. Call now - (615) 653-4115

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