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Lauren Ball, LCSW

Practical, strengths-based therapy for life transitions
  • Present-focused strategies
  • Trauma-focused care
  • Family and relationship work

About Lauren Ball

Lauren Ball is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 21 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, substance use concerns, and the effects of trauma and abuse. She brings a practical, strengths-based approach that emphasizes the present and focuses on concrete strategies tailored to each person’s situation. Rather than getting caught in lengthy analysis of the past, she uses insight from earlier experiences only when it clarifies current patterns or beliefs that are standing in the way of change.

Her style centers on collaborative problem solving and measurable progress - working together to set goals and routinely assess what is working. She draws from evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused techniques to address mood disorders, coping with life changes, parenting and family dynamics, addictions, and issues related to identity and relationships. Advanced training includes Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the Trauma Resiliency Model, and Collaborative Problem Solving. Licensed in California, Lauren combines clinical experience with a practical, no-nonsense manner aimed at helping people build skills, improve relationships, and manage life’s challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issues

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsInfidelityMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lauren Ball have?

Lauren Ball has 21 years of experience.

Is Lauren Ball a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 19560.

In which languages does Lauren Ball provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Lauren Ball located?

Lauren Ball is located in California.

How can I work with Lauren Ball as my therapist?

You can work with Lauren Ball through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lauren Ball work with international clients?

Lauren Ball does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lauren Ball cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Effective Online Support



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It offers practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and mood-related concerns by teaching skills to reframe thinking and build healthier habits.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It is useful for intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and patterns of impulsive or self-sabotaging behavior, offering step-by-step skills to improve day-to-day functioning.

Trauma-Focused Therapy helps process and reduce the lasting impact of traumatic events by providing interventions that address trauma symptoms and build resilience. This approach is applied when past or recent trauma is affecting current wellbeing.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lauren Ball works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress is made and priorities evolve.

Online therapy with licensed professionals and therapists offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access support from home or work while using approaches chosen to match individual concerns.

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