Meet Our Team
Lauren Vaughn, LPC-Supervisor
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, providing psychotherapy in Austin, Texas. I am married and have four beautiful daughters- Mackenzie, Hannah, Avery and Payton- who light up my life while challenging me daily. I also have a small dog, Marty, who often acts as my fifth child. I continue to learn how to juggle each new role that I take on in my life- whether it is being a counselor, mom, wife, friend, etc. Each day, I grow and learn while also recognizing that I am imperfect and often must rely on others for support. I have learned to embrace the importance of relationships and the positive connection that comes through human interaction. I am adventurous, down to earth, and easygoing. I am an avid reader and love learning.
I am currently certified as a Positive Discipline educator and have many years of experience walking alongside families during these difficult yet rewarding years. I have more than ten years of experience learning about and working with individuals with eating disorders. I am a member of the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) where I have attended two national conferences in San Diego and New York City in order to connect with other professionals while continuing to learn about the best approaches to treatment. I am also listed as a provider for Austin Eating Disorder Specialists (AEDS) and attend monthly meetings where I dedicate time for education and consultation pertaining to this disorder. I also have experience working in an outpatient eating disorder treatment center in Austin, Texas where I offered individual, group and family counseling sessions. If you are feeling stuck and alone due to an eating disorder, I am here to help you surrender to recovery.
As a counselor, I bring much of my personality into each session. I enjoy connecting with others and building relationships with clients that are based on trust and respect. I hope to enrich the lives of the clients that I serve by working alongside each individual while offering guidance, support and a sense of understanding.
Education
- Texas A&M University- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, 2008
- St. Edwards University- Masters of Arts in Counseling, 2011
Experience
- Cedar Springs Austin Eating Disorder Treatment Center- Counseling practicum student and Counseling intern
- Provided individual counseling, group counseling and family counseling services Phoenix House Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center for adolescents- Counseling practicum student
- Provided individual counseling, group counseling and family counseling services Austin Family Counseling- Counseling intern (supervised by Lora Ferguson)
- Provided individual and family counseling in a private practice setting.
Professional Affiliations
- American Counseling Association
- Austin Eating Disorders Specialists
- Austin Positive Discipline Association
- National Eating Disorder Association
- Central Texas Eating Disorder Specialists