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Lauren Clare

Therapist / counsellor · Australia

Lauren Clare, AASW

Practical, trauma-informed support for carers and parents

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  • Trauma-informed approach
  • Practical coping skills
  • Family and parenting focus

About Lauren

Lauren Clare is an AASW social worker and counsellor with seven years of experience. She offers a calm, practical presence for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, parenting pressures or relationship strain. Lauren aims to make the first step less daunting and to listen without judgement.

Her background includes work across child protection, family services, crisis support and counselling. That experience means she is used to practical problem-solving and helping people manage difficult emotions after trauma, separation or loss. She also supports people facing domestic violence, pregnancy and childbirth stresses, and issues linked to sexual assault.

Lauren uses evidence-based techniques in a collaborative way. She draws on strengths-based and solution-focused ideas, trauma-informed practice and motivational interviewing to tailor sessions to each person's needs. Sessions focus on building coping strategies, clearer communication and practical steps people can use between meetings.

People can expect a straightforward, goal-oriented style blended with space to process painful experiences. Lauren works with adults and young adults on parenting challenges, family conflict and caregiver stress as well as depression and post-traumatic stress. Her approach is flexible so goals are set together and adjusted as progress is made.

She communicates in English and works from Australia. To begin, people choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violencePost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

AASW · Australia

Languages

English

How evidence-based approaches work online

Lauren uses a mix of evidence-informed methods in day-to-day sessions. Motivational interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons for change and build confidence to take small steps. Trauma-informed practice pays attention to how past harm affects current feelings and behaviour, and looks for gentle, stabilising strategies to reduce overwhelm.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss what feels most useful, try techniques that match your goals, and adjust the plan as progress is made. Clients and the therapist decide together which strategies to focus on and how quickly to move forward.

If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the exact formats offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help people continue care between major life changes and keep steady support while juggling caregiving or parenting responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Lauren help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression and parenting challenges. She also supports people dealing with trauma, family conflict and caregiver stress.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is collaborative and practical. Sessions focus on goal-setting, building coping skills and clearer communication.

What experience does she bring to sessions?

She has seven years of professional experience in child protection, family services, crisis support and counselling.

Which credential does she hold and where is she based?

She holds AASW and practises in Australia.

Can I work with her in a language other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she accept clients from other countries?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and payments handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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