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Lauren Hales, LMHC

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.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Lauren. View 54 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida and Arizona

Recent reviews

Lauren Hales is the best in too many ways for me to write about right now. She's brilliant and her experience shows!

Reviewed August 2024

Lauren is knowledgeable, sympathetic and easy to talk to.

Reviewed April 2024

More about Lauren

  • 25 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC, LPC

Most of the time, most of us, are just doing the best we can. When we get stuck, it’s due not to inability, rather lack of experience or knowledge. Sometimes we just need to be heard and feel understood. Sometimes, we need to add more skills to our toolbox or see things from a different perspective.

Throughout the years of my experience in hospitals and private practice, many advances have been made in the field of psychology. We understand so much more about how our brains work! We’ve developed new techniques and refined old ones to help rewrite new neural pathways, change negative thinking habits and heal emotional trauma.

I try to approach each client with total acceptance of where you are and who you are right now. As we explore the issues you are dealing with, I hope to be able to teach you some new, highly effective ways to feel more in control of your emotions, reactions and your life. I use a compassionate, multifaceted approach of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, EFT and even exercise to empower you to help yourself.

I look forward to joining you on your life’s journey.

You can do this!!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Bipolar disorder Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Depression Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Dissociation Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Mood disorders Self-harm

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Lauren Hales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780127316.

  • LMHC · Florida · MH8690 · Expires March 2025
  • LPC · Arizona · LPC-23255 · Expires June 2026

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 Hales

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

Overall rating:

4.5

54 reviews

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Lauren Hales is the best in too many ways for me to write about right now. She's brilliant and her experience shows!

Reviewed August 2024

Lauren is knowledgeable, sympathetic and easy to talk to.

Reviewed April 2024

Lauren is a wonderful therapist, she's respectful and down to earth, while talking with her I find her to be very friendly and open, at times I forget I'm talking to a therapist as it feels like chatting with a friend, I would 100% reccomend her to anyone. I've worked with a few therapies over the years, and non of them compare to Lauren.

Reviewed December 2023

Been with my therapist for 5 years on and off, and she doesn’t skip a beat when I resume my sessions. Her memory and notes makes the session feel more personal which is validating ; it’s healing feeling seen. She also has a great skill of getting to the root of complex feelings with few words which gives time to both sit with and identify the feelings being processed. One of the stronger therapists on the platform!

Reviewed August 2023

Lauren is been great. I am very happy with my sessions with her. I happy I am getting much stronger and happier since we started our sessions.

Reviewed June 2023

Best therapist and professional resource I’ve found

Reviewed January 2023

My one to go to! Always

Reviewed January 2023

Lauren is wonderful to work with, very professional and intuitive. She offers a variety of therapeutic practices to integrate into the healing process.

Reviewed December 2022

Lauren is a wonderful therapist, she is nice and patient, you can open up to her.

Reviewed November 2022

I am very happy with my therapist. I see how much I have improve and be much better with myself and with my daily work-family - life. I love working with her. With who I am not very happy is with Better help changes on membership. Cos of this, now I can't have two sessions in a week as I done cos now, Better help will charge me another extra 20$ if I book it! No fear on us, the patients as it slows down the progress we doing! I am happy to speak to someone about this. Thanks

Reviewed November 2022

I enjoy Lauren and would go back and rate her a 10!! (I thought the first question was about my group workshop earlier, sorry Lauren!) But I return to her because I love that through our differences, her expertise shines bright… I purposely chose a therapist of a different back ground because I wanted to be seen as an individual and nothing more or less… if I ever add in a mother therapist or switch, it would be because of different needs and not a reflection of my therapist (trust me, I’ve heard of crappy experiences and mine has been always great)

Reviewed November 2022

Lauren Is a great specialist and definitely knows what she is doing. She works with patients individually and listens rather than applying standard technics. Very knowledgeable.

Reviewed July 2022

Lauren is very friendly and knowledgeable. From the start, she got that I tended towards being analytical and liked to understand things. She gives me explanations of concepts she thinks I can apply to my situation and strategies she thinks I could find useful. When we have live sessions, she's attentive to the details of the information or journal entries I've sent her and comes prepared to have a relevant conversation.

Reviewed July 2022

Lauren is been very helpful and patient with me and with my stuff. She is really wonderful and been able to work with her has help me incredible in different aspects. I definitely highly recommend her!! and If I don't book every week is because I need to change the booking system I am in, as charging me every week even I am not able to book myself for work/travel reasons.

Reviewed July 2022

Lauren has always been wonderful and I am grateful to have her when I need her.

Reviewed June 2022

Lauren always helps me so much. I learn so much about myself, because she always asks the right questions and gives me good examples to understand certain things. I keep coming back with different topics, because she's such a help!

Reviewed May 2022

Lauren has helped me gain confidence in myself and given me the tools I need to get through difficult situations that previously would have sent me into a tailspin. I can't express how glad I am that I was matched with her - I wouldn't be where I am today without her.

Reviewed April 2022

Lauren is a very calm and kind person. I literally unload all of my feelings and thoughts and she does such a good job at putting the pieces together and coming up with a helpful action plan for me. It takes work, and if you're willing to work on yourself, someone like Lauren is really good at helping you achieve new perspectives and navigate through your stuff. I appreciate her kindness, it means a lot to me!

Reviewed March 2022

Lauren is an absolute pleasure to talk to and is incredibly attentive and helpful in the tools and methods suggested.

Reviewed March 2022

Lauren has been extremely helpful with the issues I have been working on. I have felt she understood me and helped me to understand myself. Most helpful has been the introduction of CBT exercises and therapy to manage my thoughts and feelings . I felt very comfortable with her and sharing my thoughts with her. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed February 2022

I hear very highly of Lauren, from other people she is treating, so I decided to go with her. She is very caring and helpful, attentive and see myself getting better. I grateful that she is there for me and def. I would recommend her. she is lovely. Thanks

Reviewed February 2022

I have come such a long way since starting with you Lauren. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and kindness, you've have helped me a lot. I can now say I love myself which I never thought possible! I have value and deserve more than what I have previously put up with. Thank you for helping me see it.

Reviewed December 2021

Amazing support. I'm finally making progress on BH. Lauren is my favorite. My life is improving and my financial future is improving along with everything else. Thank you, Lauren! For being my support system when many have betrayed me.

Reviewed November 2021

Very good counselor.

Reviewed September 2021

Shes perfect! Very nice lady who listens to your problems and gives you the wisest of advice. I love her! Id reccommend her to all my friends. Lovely talking to hee

Reviewed September 2021

I’ve been with Lauren since October 2020 and she helped and supported me through some really bad periods of my life. Lauren is always been there to listen and offer a non-judgemental support, she helped me managing my anxiety much better and making me feel more confident. So so happy with her!

Reviewed May 2021

Lauren Hales has been a wonderful person to talk to. I have done a lot of work on myself and have made huge chances to my life with her support. I have always been able to reach out when I'm struggling with a situation and she responds right away. Her guidance has been a blessing. Highly recommend.

Reviewed March 2021

Love Lauren!

Reviewed March 2021

Absolutely love Lauren, she has created a good relationship with me where she knows when to push me and when I need more time. Don't know where I'd be without her!

Reviewed February 2021

Good Job!!

Reviewed January 2021

I've been working for the better part of the year. She has been a huge part of healing olds trauma while helping me identify unhelpful behaviors, discover what I would like to replace them with and work through adjusting my behaviour. I have done the slow hard work and can fully see how therapy can be life changing in providing a better quality of life regardless of the adverse situations you have or are experiencing.

Reviewed December 2020

Lauren is wonderful! I took a break from counseling and once I knew I needed to come back, Lauren was my option! She was great to work with before and now, we are picking right up from where we left off as if we have not missed a beat. She is just what I need!

Reviewed November 2020

She as helped me in the past, I hated that I had to discontinue working with her for a season. Our session assisted me in clearing the fog of emotions I was unable to navigate through on my own. Life really doesnt have a rule book and sometimes we need help changing our perspective to a better one...i still have the old worksheets saved that was a great aid to that. Now that I seem to be in a more secure financial state, it is something that I look foreword to doing more consistently.

Reviewed November 2020

Talking to Lauren feels just like talking to a friend. I would say I’ve regained a lot of confidence in my decisions and in myself overall since being paired with her. I’d recommend to anyone.

Reviewed September 2020

Lauren really knows how to address me concerns.

Reviewed September 2020

This is a very understanding, experienced and pleasant person who helped me a lot. She answered all messages and was on time with sessions. I hope i will continue counseling someday.

Reviewed August 2020

Very helpful and I feel like im making progress and working through my issues.

Reviewed July 2020

Lauren is wonderful. She’s helped me navigate a ton of hard things and has supported me though major decisions and transitions. I feel heard and supported. 10/10 would recommend.

Reviewed July 2020

Lauren is a wonderful counsellor, I felt immediately at ease with her. She is a great listener and offers practical, non judgmental advice. She encourages and supports me to be the best version of myself by teaching me useful skills to manage my anxiety. Thank you Lauren!

Reviewed May 2020

I have only had one session with Lauren, but so far the communication has been great and I feel supported outside of the session via chats, etc. She has also given me some great tips for in between sessions. Looking forward to continuing and seeing how things progress.

Reviewed March 2020

Lauren is amazing. A good listener and supportive of my needs and my priorities.

Reviewed February 2020

Lauren is insightful, patient and sensible. I feel comfortable relating to her.

Reviewed February 2020

Lauren has given me a safe space to express my deepest thoughts, feelings, fears and desires. She has offered me support, encouragement, guidance and clarity during a challenging time in my life. However, the most valuable gift she has offered me is her unconditional acceptance; which by way of example, is teaching me how to have self-compassion and self-acceptance. My self-esteem and overall outlook on life has greatly improved, over these past months, since I started working with Lauren.

Reviewed February 2020

Lauren is really wonderful. She has supported me through some tricky and confusing times and helped me rediscover hope, joy and my home. She is honest, relatable and creates a very safe space. I've really enjoyed having her as an outlet and I would highly recommend her for anyone who requires some guidance.

Reviewed December 2019

Lauren has a really warm caring manner. She has the right balance between listening and suggesting strategies and tools.

Reviewed August 2019

Lauren has been really helpful and understanding and has really put me at ease.

Reviewed August 2019

Lauren is patient and understanding. A pleasure to work with, and she has helped me a lot! Thank you Lauren.

Reviewed July 2019

I have recommended the company throughout our company for people that are looking for assistance and someone to communicate with. I find Lauren to really listen to what i am saying without judgement and give me ideas, tools and brain storm with me on solutions to get me on the right path. Really appreciate the quick response and the communications. Its like having a pen pal that really gets you and can actually give good advise.

Reviewed May 2019

Lauren is very undertaking and supportive, her honesty, authenticity and loving presence is all that is need for this work. I strongly recommend her.

Reviewed March 2019

This is my first time ever seeking professional help. Lauren has put me immediately at ease and taught me that it is ok to feel what you are feeling and that there are ways to stir your mind toward a more positive and better you. I feel understood and supported and I am always looking forward to Lauren's messages. It feels like talking to a friend who is always there for your along with some handy advice. I thank Lauren from the bottom of my heart! I can only recommend her as a counselor.

Reviewed January 2019

Lauren has a knack for wading through the nonsense to get to the real issue. You can trust that she will understand your problems before you know it.

Reviewed January 2019

Talking to Lauren is like talking to an old friend. I feel like we really click and I have a lot of confidence in her expertise. Very trustworthy, honest and easy to talk to.

Reviewed September 2018

My first counselor ever, and she gave me a good example of a counselor's importance and what they add to your emotional and mental health. Definitely, absolutely, I would recommend Mrs. Hales.

Reviewed September 2018

Joining BetterHelp is proving to be beneficial to me. I get the chance to articulate my issues in an environment that I feel I can open up and not I don’t feel judged. My counselor is brilliant and so knowledgeable. She has helped me and is helping me find new skills to cope with my fear and angry outbursts. I understand it will take time and I’m enjoying the journey.

Reviewed September 2018

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Frequently asked questions

Does Lauren Hales offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Lauren Hales 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 Hales speak?

Lauren Hales speaks English.

How many years of experience does Lauren Hales have?

Lauren Hales has 25 years of experience.

Where is Lauren Hales licensed to practice?

Lauren Hales is licensed to practice in Florida and Arizona.

Does Lauren Hales accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Lauren Hales accepts 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 Hales offer?

Lauren Hales offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Lauren Hales?

Lauren Hales 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 Hales?

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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