Lauren Barber, MS, LPCC, Therapist in Dayton, Ohio

Lauren is passionate about helping individuals build confidence, navigate life’s challenges, and create meaningful change. She believes everyone deserves access to support and strives to provide a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where clients can explore their experiences and work toward their goals. Clients often describe Lauren’s approach as warm, supportive, and down-to-earth while also providing practical tools and gentle accountability.

Lauren works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and substance use concerns. Lauren has helped those in the past with relationship challenges, family conflict, communication difficulties, and life transitions. She has a special interest in helping clients strengthen boundaries, improve relationships, and develop healthier patterns for managing stress and emotions.

Her approach is collaborative and tailored to every individual’s unique needs. Lauren incorporates evidence-based practices, including Person-Centered Therapy (PCT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)-informed interventions. Together, she helps clients gain insight, build practical coping skills, and develop confidence in navigating everyday challenges. Lauren is committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcomes clients from all backgrounds, including those belonging to the LGBTQIA+ community.

Outside of the therapy office, Lauren enjoys staying active, spending time with family and friends, exploring nature, writing, baking sourdough, and drinking iced coffee. You can also find her rooting for the Cleveland Browns during football season.