Team

Lauren – Principal Director – AMHSW

About Lauren
Lauren brings over 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families across diverse mental health and wellbeing needs. Her genuine warmth and extensive expertise create a therapeutic space where clients feel truly heard and understood.
With a particular passion for working with adolescents and parenting challenges, Lauren deeply understands the unique complexities families face during these critical developmental stages. She has worked extensively with clients from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, First Nations peoples, and families from all walks of life, bringing cultural sensitivity, respect, and understanding to every session.
Approach & Expertise
Lauren’s therapeutic approach is person-centred and collaborative. She believes in working alongside clients as partners in their healing journey, building on existing strengths while developing new skills for lasting change.
Drawing on a comprehensive range of evidence-based modalities, Lauren tailors her approach to meet each client’s unique needs. Her therapeutic toolkit includes:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative Therapy
Trauma-informed practices

Areas of Focus
Lauren has supported clients experiencing a wide range of challenges, including:
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety and depression
Workplace stress and burnout
School-related pressures and academic concerns
Self-esteem and confidence issues
Relationship difficulties
Life transitions and adjustment
LGBTQI+ identity and concerns
Parenting challenges and family dynamics
Cultural identity and belonging

Philosophy of Care
Lauren is passionate about empowering clients to become their own best advocates. She believes that everyone has the capacity for growth and healing, and her role is to provide the support, tools, and encouragement needed to unlock that potential. Her goal is to help clients develop resilience, self-compassion, and the confidence to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and authenticity.

Beyond the Therapy Room
When she’s not working with clients, Lauren enjoys catching up on the latest streaming movies and TV shows, getting away on holidays to recharge, and spending quality time with her children and family. She believes in practicing what she preaches—finding balance and joy in the connections and activities that matter most.

Our Commitment to You
At Brighter Balance, we understand that choosing a counsellor is a deeply personal decision. We’re committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your concerns, work through challenges, and discover your path forward.
We welcome people from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Our practice is LGBTQI+ affirming, culturally sensitive, and dedicated to providing inclusive, respectful care for everyone who walks through our doors—whether in person or online.

What to Expect in Your First Session
Your first appointment is an opportunity to get to know each other and discuss what brings you to counselling. We’ll explore your concerns, goals, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. There’s no pressure—just a warm, welcoming conversation where you can share as much or as little as feels comfortable.
From there, we’ll work together to create a therapeutic plan that feels right for you, at a pace that honors your needs and readiness.

Our Values
Compassion – We approach every client with empathy, kindness, and genuine care.
Respect – We honor your experiences, identity, and autonomy in the therapeutic process.
Collaboration – We believe the best outcomes come from working together as partners.
Empowerment – We’re committed to helping you discover your own strengths and capabilities.
Inclusivity – We welcome and affirm people of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

Ready to get started? Book an appointment with Lauren today and take the first step toward positive change.