anxiety - depression - trauma - grief
Integrative therapy & EMDR
Therapy for those who keep it together until they can’t anymore.
Lauren Palmer, MA, LPC
Lauren’s therapeutic approach is based on the belief that we all deserve the space and freedom to explore the “messiness” that makes us human. She works to help clients demystify emotions that seem to arise out of nowhere, fostering self-insight and a greater sense of internal stability. She believes that therapy can be both a place to acquire practical skills to alleviate symptoms in the present and an opportunity for deeper work — exploring painful past experiences that have shaped (or shattered) clients’ sense of self and understanding of their place in the world.
Lauren is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) trained, a modality used to soothe a hypervigilant nervous system that still feels in danger even after a threat has passed. Additionally, modalities like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), existential, somatic, and mindfulness-based interventions inform Lauren’s approach to treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. Modalities aside, Lauren believes in genuine curiosity in the therapy room, recognizing the complexities of human experience rather than depending on a one-size-fits-all approach.
The vibe in Lauren’s office is:
Cozy and not clinical
A mix of deep work, dark humor, and genuine relief
A space where you can say the thing you’ve never said out loud
Not a single inspirational poster in sight
$150 per 50-minute session
Frequently Asked Questions
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Lauren is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas. She obtained a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from the University of Houston -- Clear Lake. Lauren is an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) trained professional and has training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness-based approaches. Prior to her work in private practice, Lauren worked in psychological research and as a therapist at a residential substance use treatment facility.
License & Certifications
Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas (94278)
Internal Family Systems-Informed by the IFS Institute’s Online Circle
EMDR trained by Dr. Christie Sprowls, PsyD
Somatic Experiencing Training — in progress (2025)
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$150 per 50-minute session.
While we are not currently in network with insurance providers, we have partnered with Mentaya to help clients use their out-of-network benefits to save money on therapy. Use this tool [link] to see if you qualify for reimbursement for our services.
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Daytime, evening, and weekend appointments are available.
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Both. We offer in-person sessions at our Houston office and virtual therapy for clients anywhere in Texas—so you can choose the format that works best for your life and comfort level.
What We Help With
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High-Functioning Anxiety & Existential Struggles
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Relational Trauma & Nervous System Healing
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Disconnection, Numbness & Depression
