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Therapist in Columbia, South Carolina Lauren Pointer, Therapist

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 18-75+

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Lauren Pointer, Therapist

Lauren Pointer, LISW-CP

Specializes In:

Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Caregiving
Depression/feeling down
Family conflict
Intense mood changes
Panic attacks
Self-esteem
Stress management
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Lauren Pointer, LISW-CP, helps adults and seniors across South Carolina find steadiness, clarity, and renewed purpose when life feels overwhelming. 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 diverse populations has allowed me to see the power of durable change for anyone who is simply willing and committed.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Couples Therapy

Helps partners address relationship conflict and improve communication with a clinician's guidance.

  • Caregiving
  • Family conflict
  • Aging
  • Anger issues
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Dementia & memory issues
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Ethnic identity
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Immigration/cultural status
  • Intense mood changes
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Panic attacks
  • Parenthood
  • Parenting
  • Premarital counseling
  • Racial identity
  • Religion & spirituality
  • Retirement
  • Self-esteem
  • Sex & intimacy issues
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Social injustice
  • Social skills & communication
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stress management

Individual Therapy

Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Intense mood changes
  • Panic attacks
  • Self-esteem
  • Stress management
  • ADHD
  • Anger issues
  • Attachment issues
  • Attention & focus
  • Body image
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Caregiving
  • Dementia & memory issues
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Ethnic identity
  • Family conflict
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Hair pulling & skin picking
  • Immigration/cultural status
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Parenthood
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Premarital counseling
  • Racial identity
  • Religion & spirituality
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Social injustice

Languages

  • English

Education

  • University of South Carolina

FAQs

Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Lauren Pointer. You can also call 803-699-8887 to have someone assist you.

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See what our patients are saying about Lauren Pointer

Ms. Pointer was a great listener. She was very patient, kind, and very professional. She was also very understanding. Out of all counselors I've encountered, I enjoyed her the most. She has gained a forever client in me. I highly recommend her services.
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Tonya W.

Tonya W.

Apr 22, 2026
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Ms. Pointer is a great therapist. She listens attentively and gives highly professional insights. She is also very understanding and gets down to the root of the problem. I do recommend her services.
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Olajide B.

Olajide B.

Apr 24, 2026
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Excellent experience
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Lesia E.

Lesia E.

May 26, 2026
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