Lauren Pointer, LISW - CP, SC | Psychotherapist

About Lauren Pointer

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Sleep Disorder

Bipolar Disorder

Postpartum Anxiety

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Lauren Pointer

Lauren Pointer, LISW-CP, helps adults and seniors across South Carolina find steadiness, clarity, and renewed purpose when life feels overwhelming. At LifeStance Health, she provides evidence-based individual and couples therapy for people navigating anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, as well as major life transitions. Lauren creates a warm, collaborative space where clients feel heard and supported while building practical skills for lasting change. She is especially passionate about helping individuals move through grief and the emotional challenges of midlife and later-life transitions, including her experience supporting families connected to hospice care. Lauren understands how loss, changing roles, and health concerns can reshape identity and relationships. Her work centers on helping clients regain balance, strengthen coping strategies, and reconnect with what matters most. Lauren treats adults and seniors (ages 18+) and has experience supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and military members and veterans. Her clinical approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based strategies, and couples/marital counseling, with additional therapeutic methods available as needed. Whether addressing mood concerns, relationship stress, or life-stage changes, she tailors care to each person's goals while emphasizing resilience, insight, and measurable progress. Lauren began practicing in 2018 and brings a compassionate, strengths-based perspective to every session. Outside of work, she enjoys painting and coloring, singing and dancing, traveling, and movie nights at the theater.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Office location

Lauren Pointer, LISW - CP also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health - South Carolina

3600 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29204

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - South Carolina

Education and training

University of South Carolina, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1811481385

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Lauren Pointer?

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

Is Lauren Pointer accepting new patients?

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

Does Lauren Pointer accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Lauren Pointer online?

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

What practice does Lauren Pointer work with?

Lauren Pointer works with LifeStance Health - South Carolina.

Where is Lauren Pointer's office located?

Lauren Pointer has 2 office locations in Columbia, view full addresses on Lauren Pointer's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Lauren Pointer?

Lauren Pointer frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Lauren Pointer on their profile.