Profile / United States
Lauren Ripley, LPC
Missouri
LPC in Missouri - Depression and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Grief and loss
- Addiction support
About Lauren
Lauren Ripley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with seven years of clinical experience. She works with people who are facing depression, anxiety, grief, stress, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, sexual identity questions, and trauma. Lauren also addresses issues like ADHD, self-esteem, eating concerns, anger, compassion fatigue, and life changes.
She earned a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2016 from Stephen F. Austin State University. Her work history includes college counseling centers, rehabilitation programs for drug and alcohol use, and private practice. Those roles inform a practical approach to common problems seen across ages and backgrounds.
Lauren favors straightforward, relatable sessions. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered methods, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Existential ideas as tools to help people notice patterns and try different responses. Sessions include clear discussion, identifying strengths, and practical steps to change unhelpful habits.
She practices with openness and directness. Lauren aims to be transparent in the room and to give concrete feedback rather than vague reassurance. Humor and positivity are sometimes used to help people tolerate hard work and keep progress manageable.
People who choose her often want pragmatic guidance more than long academic explanations. She helps clients talk through problems, test new coping strategies, and build on what already works in their lives.
How cognitive and acceptance-based work translates to online care
CBT focuses on noticing and testing thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress. In practice that looks like tracking automatic thoughts, trying small behavioral experiments, and using simple exercises to change patterns that keep problems going. ACT, or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, helps people clarify personal values and take committed steps toward them while making room for uncomfortable feelings. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflecting so people can find their own solutions and feel understood.Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss which methods fit the client's goals and preferences and may combine techniques as needed. Clients and the therapist work together to pick exercises and experiments that make sense for day-to-day life.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins that focus on concrete skills. When arranged, sessions can support practicing new behaviors in real time and reviewing homework between visits. Ask about the current session options when you complete the matching questionnaire so you know what to expect.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with most often?
She helps with depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, and trauma among other challenges.
How does she typically approach therapy?
Her style is direct and relatable. She uses practical methods and talks through strengths and behaviors to build new ways of coping.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She has seven years of experience and has worked in college counseling centers, rehabilitation settings, and private practice.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and holds a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what formats are used?
Please confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How is cost handled and how do subscriptions work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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