Lauren Shockley,

LPC/MHSP, MSeD              

Hello! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee and received my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Tennessee.

I have specialized training in perinatal mental health, with a particular passion for helping clients navigate the transition into parenthood and what it means to actually live inside that new identity. I enjoy exploring the role shifts, changing relationships, expectations, and demands that come with this stage of life.

Much of my work is with adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationships, self-esteem, life transitions, burnout, chronic illness, or periods of feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck.

I believe therapy works best when it’s collaborative, curious, and responsive to the person sitting across from me. My approach is integrative, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), alongside experiential and relational frameworks.

Our work fluidly combines practical, everyday tools with a deeper exploration of your history, patterns, and the experiences that have shaped you, with a focus on bringing healing into the here-and-now. You don’t have to come to therapy already knowing exactly what’s wrong. We can start with what you’re noticing and get curious about it together.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, exploring new places, playing board games, rock climbing, tackling unnecessarily difficult jigsaw puzzles, getting lost in music, and reading anything that keeps me turning pages.
If something here resonates with you, you’re welcome to reach out with questions or to learn more about working together. I look forward to connecting with you.

Fees & Insurance
I am in-network with BCBS, UnitedHealthcare/Optum, and TELUS/BHS, and I also accept private pay clients. If you are using out-of-network benefits, I can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement.

Current Availability
I am currently operating on a waitlist for new clients. However, please don't hesitate to reach out. I am happy to discuss upcoming openings, add you to my list, or help connect you with other trusted resources if you need support sooner.


If something here resonates with you, you’re welcome to reach out with questions or to learn more about working together. I look forward to connecting with you.