Dr. Lauren Williams, MD, TX | Psychiatrist

About Dr. Lauren Williams

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Lauren Williams

Dr. Lauren Williams is a Texas-based integrative psychiatrist who blends modern medicine with natural alternatives, psychodynamic therapy, and hormone-conscious care. She specializes in helping high-functioning adults navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, PMDD, perimenopausal mood changes, and emotional disconnection. Her clients often appear successful outwardly but struggle with dysregulation, hormonal shifts, or unresolved trauma. Her approach is holistic and collaborative—combining traditional psychiatric tools with nervous system regulation, somatic therapy, lab testing, supplements, and genetic testing when needed. Dr. Williams supports clients who are exploring tapering off medications or seeking thoughtful alternatives to conventional psychiatric care. Each session is rooted in trauma-informed care, and personalized to uncover the deeper causes behind distress—whether related to hormones, identity, trauma history, or life transitions. She does not rush clients into medication or off of it, but instead co-creates an evidence-based plan aligned with their long-term well-being. Dr. Williams earned her MD from the University of Texas Medical Branch and completed her psychiatry residency and Public Psychiatry Fellowship at Case Western Reserve University. She also completed the REACH Fellowship in addiction medicine through Yale School of Medicine. She provides virtual care to adults across Texas and offers in-person services in Austin for ketamine-assisted therapy and advanced procedures. Her practice is private-pay only and ideal for individual seeking depth, clarity, and sustainable emotional transformation.

In-network insurances

Popular visit reasons

Alzheimer's Disease

Anger Management

Pain Management Consultation

Psychiatry Consultation

Psychiatry Follow Up

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Alzheimer's Disease

Anger Management

Pain Management Consultation

Psychiatry Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Anima Integrative Psychiatry

Board certifications

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

Medical School - UTMB Health - University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Doctor of Medicine
Case Western Reserve University, Residency in Psychiatry
Case Western Reserve University, Fellowship in Public Psychiatry
Yale School of Medicine, Fellowship in Addiction Medicine
The University of Texas at Austin (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

American Psychiatric Association

NPI number

1922539428

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren Williams?

Generally, Dr. Lauren Williams has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Williams's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Lauren Williams accepting new patients?

Dr. Lauren Williams generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Williams's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Lauren Williams accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren Williams online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Williams using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Dr. Lauren Williams work with?

Dr. Lauren Williams works with Anima Integrative Psychiatry.

Which board certifications does Dr. Lauren Williams have?

Dr. Lauren Williams is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lauren Williams?

Dr. Lauren Williams frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Lauren Williams on their profile.