Lauren Ivey, MA, LCAS, CCTP is a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist who graduated from Liberty University with a Master’s degree in Applied and Developmental Psychology.

Lauren uses a strengths-based and person-centered approach in her counseling practice. She believes that every individual has the capacity for growth and change.

Lauren is passionate about helping clients identify their strengths, establish healthy coping strategies, increase self-awareness, and ultimately work toward long-term healing and recovery.

She works with men and women who struggle with an addictive habit that serves as a coping mechanism for underlying mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, codependency, low self-esteem, internal conflict, stress management, etc.

Prior to joining Carolinas Counseling, Lauren worked in an agency setting for three years, providing intensive outpatient treatment for individuals with severe opioid addiction.

Areas of Experience

Addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, codependency, low self-esteem, internal conflict, stress management, and relapse prevention

Ages

Individuals only (18+), men and women

Additional Training

Certified in clinical trauma treatment (CCTP)

Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) in SC

Clinical Supervisor (CS-IP) in SC