Lauren Packer, LPC, AL | Psychotherapist

About Lauren Packer

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Motivational Interviewing

Self Esteem Issues

Anxiety

Psychological Trauma

Social Anxiety

Depression

Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Families

Treatment approaches

Adlerian

Compassion Focused

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Lauren Packer

Lauren Packer, LPC, NCC, is a licensed professional counselor dedicated to supporting adolescents and adults through challenges related to trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship dynamics, and behavioral concerns. With a clinical foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered Therapy, Lauren also integrates Adlerian and Narrative Therapy techniques to help clients reshape unhelpful patterns and build meaningful, lasting change. She is especially passionate about creating culturally competent, affirming spaces for Black communities and teen girls. Lauren's therapeutic style is warm, empowering, and grounded in the belief that progress not perfection is the goal. She supports each client in exploring how their thoughts, emotions, and lived experiences shape their behavior, and helps them develop the tools to move forward with clarity and confidence. As the founder of Packer Counseling LLC, she brings both personal dedication and clinical expertise to her work. Outside of therapy, Lauren enjoys reading, listening to music, and spending quality time with her family and friends.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Depression

Insomnia

Mental Health Problem

Motivational Interviewing

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Panic Attack

Self Esteem Issues

Anxiety

Depression

Insomnia

Mental Health Problem

Education and background

Practice names

Brightside Health

Education and training

The University of West Alabama, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Birmingham-Southern College (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1265012272

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What practice does Lauren Packer work with?

Lauren Packer works with Brightside Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Lauren Packer?

Lauren Packer frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Mental Health Problem , and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). You can see other visit reasons for Lauren Packer on their profile.