Lauren Porter, LMHC

New York · 7 years in practice

Lauren Porter is a licensed mental health counselor in New York who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and other life challenges.

License and registration

LMHC, New York: 009735 · expires January 2028
NPI: 1770086415 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 7
Languages: English

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About Lauren

Lauren Porter is a licensed mental health counselor in New York who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and other life challenges. She works with adults on mood instability, grief, parenting strain, career stress, and identity concerns such as LGBT issues. Her tone is warm and direct so people feel heard from the first visit.

She uses straightforward, evidence-informed methods to help people manage symptoms and build coping skills.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on identifying current problems, understanding patterns that keep them going, and practicing new ways of handling difficult moments. Lauren emphasizes practical strategies and emotional understanding in every session. Her approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, client-centered listening, and elements of Jungian thinking.

That mix helps people work on thoughts, behaviors, values, and core emotional experiences. Lauren adapts these methods to each person’s goals rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan. Therapy with her typically includes skill-building, values-based planning, and conversations that uncover emotional blocks.

She aims to reduce distress while helping people move toward meaningful daily changes. Sessions are offered by video, phone, chat, or messaging. Lauren brings seven years of clinical experience to her work as an NY LMHC.

She seeks to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where adults can tackle immediate issues and plan for a more stable future.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Lauren lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue

Approaches Lauren names

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Online support

How her approaches translate to online care

Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on identifying and processing core emotions that drive relationship patterns and personal distress. It helps people notice what they feel, name it, and use that awareness to change how they respond to hard moments.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and clarifying personal values to guide action. ACT is useful for anxiety, depression, and for people who want practical steps to move toward what matters to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact, and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for stress, anxiety, mood problems, and habit change.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and tailor techniques based on a client’s goals, preferences, and progress. Decisions are made together so the plan fits the person rather than forcing a single method.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy flexible. Video allows face-to-face conversation and shared exercises. Phone can be useful when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging work well for brief updates, between-session support, or when typing feels easier than speaking. These formats help people fit therapy into busy schedules and varied lifestyles.

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Questions people ask

What issues does she help with?

She supports adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, bipolar mood concerns, grief, parenting strain, relationship and career challenges, and compassion fatigue.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is empathetic and sincere, focused on listening without judgment and working collaboratively to identify challenges and set goals.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has seven years of experience working with adults on a range of concerns, including both childhood and adult trauma.

What credentials and location apply?

She is a New York licensed mental health counselor listed as LMHC and practices from New York.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are offered?

Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How are costs handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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