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Lauren Pointer, LISW-CP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Lauren is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Lauren. View 20 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in South Carolina

Recent reviews

Lauren is amazing and would highly recommend

Reviewed November 2022

Lauren is a person that is truly called to therapy work. Trustworthy, compassionate, and enabling; those are the words I would use to describe her. By enabling I mean that Lauren is fantastic at helping you find the strength in yourself, enabling you to meet your goals. She meets you where you are. The progress I’ve made with her as my therapist is astounding, and I’m thankful we crossed paths.

Reviewed June 2022

More about Lauren

  • 6 years' experience
  • Female
  • LISW-CP

A wise person once said "You are always one decision away from a totally different life". I believe you are here browsing with belief that there is a better way: it is. You have just made a life changing decision to invest in yourself and your overall sense of well-being. You are courageous. I congratulate you on making the first step towards your best and most fulfilled life.

Welcome, my name is Lauren Pointer and I am a South Carolina based Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Therapist. My years of experience with multiple diverse populations have allowed me to see the power of durable change for anyone who is simply willing and committed. My background includes, but is not limited to end of life/terminal illness, grief/bereavement, family relationships, Infant and maternal health, at- risk youth, and Life adjustment matters. I enjoy meeting individuals, groups and families wherever they are on their journey and joining them with a compassionate and transparent approach to reach their goals. My therapeutic style includes client-centered, strengths based and humanistic approaches. I am skilled in a variety of therapy models.

I am dedicated to providing the best experience possible to each person I serve. I do assign homework outside of sessions as I believe this is a key means to identifying areas of strength and opportunities for growth. Enough about me, let's get started on your path to a healthy new beginning. I am excited to see how you flourish!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Jealousy Life purpose Money and financial issues Post-traumatic stress Self-love Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Lauren Pointer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811481385.

  • LISW-CP · South Carolina · 11189 · Expires December 2024

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Lauren Pointer

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

20 reviews

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Lauren is amazing and would highly recommend

Reviewed November 2022

Lauren is a person that is truly called to therapy work. Trustworthy, compassionate, and enabling; those are the words I would use to describe her. By enabling I mean that Lauren is fantastic at helping you find the strength in yourself, enabling you to meet your goals. She meets you where you are. The progress I’ve made with her as my therapist is astounding, and I’m thankful we crossed paths.

Reviewed June 2022

Understanding, good listener.

Reviewed May 2022

Lauren is a wonderful therapist.

Reviewed March 2022

Lauren is a wonderful, knowledgeable therapist. She has helped me immensely. I'd highly recommend her.

Reviewed December 2021

I love Lauren! I’m so happy that I got her as my therapist! She listens and is attentive and interacts in ways more than just “how does that make you feel?”! She gets it and I don’t have to explain certain things which is nice!

Reviewed December 2021

Lauren Pointer is the best!

Reviewed December 2021

Lauren is kind and carefully attentive. She listens to what I have to say and replies with detailed knowledgeable and well informed answers

Reviewed November 2021

Lauren is by far the most supportive counselor I’ve ever had, especially in terms of listening to and understanding my needs. While she listens exceptionally well, she also offers constructive feedback and helps me stay on top of my goals.

Reviewed May 2021

Lauren is great! She takes my concerns seriously, I don't feel judged, and she offers great advice with steps to apply in every day life, so that therapy doesn't just stay in the session.

Reviewed May 2021

Lauren has really made a difference in my life. I feel more prepared to deal with issues as they come up and more confident in myself. She really knows what to say and how to make me think about things in a different way.

Reviewed May 2021

Lauren shares a great deal of knowledge in dealing with grief, dementia patients and loss of a family member over many years.

Reviewed March 2021

Lauren is understanding, intuitive and insightful-everything you want in a counselor. Highly recommend.

Reviewed February 2021

Lauren is excellent! My time with her is life altering in so many healthy ways! She’s organized, intuitive, spiritual, & very knowledgeable. I have truly found healing in various areas. She also gives me ways to cope with the things I’m dealing with as they come. I’m appreciative of the chat platform on Better Help. Lauren & I use that feature between sessions. She has been a huge support & great fit for me personally during this journey for my mental health. Most importantly she always let me know that she’s there for me. That means the world to me. I never feel like I’m a bother to her between sessions. I know I can reach out anytime and she responds in a timely manner. This is not a “job” for Lauren, this is her calling. I feel so blessed to have her assist & guide me in reference to my mental health. I plan to stick with her for as long as possible. I already recommended her to friends.

Reviewed February 2021

She’s the best and I love this lady because she helped me changed my life.

Reviewed December 2020

I’ve been with Lauren a couple months now and she has been extremely helpful in dealing with everything going on right now and always checks in on me.

Reviewed November 2020

She has been very helpful by giving me postive ways to deal with my problems

Reviewed September 2020

Lauren is great! She's super responsive and very helpful.

Reviewed September 2020

So far, I am enjoying having Lauren as my therapist. She's quick to respond and her responses make me feel heard, respected, and supported.

Reviewed September 2020

I love how much Lauren understands me!! It really helps talking to her and getting her feedback has been eye opening for me.

Reviewed August 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Lauren Pointer offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Lauren Pointer works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Lauren Pointer speak?

Lauren Pointer speaks English.

How many years of experience does Lauren Pointer have?

Lauren Pointer has 6 years of experience.

Where is Lauren Pointer licensed to practice?

Lauren Pointer is licensed to practice in South Carolina.

Does Lauren Pointer accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Lauren Pointer does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Lauren Pointer offer?

Lauren Pointer offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Lauren Pointer?

Lauren Pointer can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Lauren Pointer?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.