Military / Veteran, LGBTQIA+, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, ADHD, Addiction, Bipolar Disorder, Eating Disorder, Life Transition, Anxiety
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Lauren
Lauren Lollar is a Licensed Master Social Worker with 3 years of experience in mental health care. Lauren is a certified trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy specialist and enjoys working with others to process their trauma. She has extensive knowledge of early childhood development and wants to support children and families experiencing both mental health and life changes. She is well-versed in working with depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders and passionately advocates for those with substance use disorders and their families. Lauren completed her master’s in social work (LMSW) at the University of South Carolina.
Through her work with children and families, Lauren has built extensive skills utilizing family systems therapy. She is certified in early diagnostics for children 0-5. Lauren is also certified in motivational interviewing and uses it in a wide array of therapeutic areas including mood, substance use, and other disorders.
We all go through challenging life experiences and need support. Lauren is confident in her ability to support you through these times and gain new coping skills to assist you through it. If you want to be supported and find new ways to take on your life's challenges, please reach out to schedule an appointment today.
"As an individual who has experienced the roller coaster ride of mental health both as a patient and practitioner, I understand the need for a supportive, engaging, and effective counselor."
Get to know Lauren
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I became a counselor because I have experienced myself the difficulties of getting properly diagnosed and treated in our community. I wanted to be an advocate for others who want to find support through challenging times in their lives.
What types of clients do you work with best?
I work best with children, families, and adults. Anyone with a mood disorder, behavior disorder or substance use disorder
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
That I want to help them reach the best them they can be.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
To open my practice ability to reach more people.
What inspires you?
I am inspired by making an impact on others lives and watching the individuals rise to their challenges and come out on top.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
Laid back. Getting to know you beyond your diagnosis and challenges. Seeing you and not your diagnosis
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
Getting a base line for who you are, what you want, and how I can help.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first session?
I see you and not your diagnosis
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I love to play video games, paint, and play with my two cats.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
Honesty and integrity
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 3 years
- Graduating institute
- University of South Carolina
- Graduating degree
- Masters in Social Work
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