Lauren Chase (She/Her)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, NCC, BC-TMH, PMH-C
Online in Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina
(Online Only)
Many of the women I work with look confident and capable on the outside, but inside, feel worn down from always holding things together for everyone else. For a lot of them, this started early, learning to stay strong, adaptable, and self-sufficient when emotional support wasn’t consistent or predictable. Over time, that can turn into saying yes when you want to say no, feeling guilty for having needs, or constantly second-guessing yourself.
Therapy gives you a place to slow down, make sense of these patterns, and start taking care of yourself in a way that feels allowed, not selfish.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Jewish, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Feminist Therapy Addresses how gender roles, power, and social inequality affect mental health. It empowers clients to challenge limiting beliefs and systems.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) A collaborative, client-centered approach that strengthens motivation for change. It is especially effective for addictions and health behaviors.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
Approach Description: My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and centered on helping you feel truly understood. Many high-achieving women come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, and unsure how to slow down. In our work together, you don’t have to be the strong one. You’re invited to show up exactly as you are, without pressure, expectations, or judgment.
I use a person-centered approach that centers your lived experiences, strengths, and goals. You know your life best. My role is to help you make sense of what feels heavy and support you in finding clarity, relief, and confidence in your ability to cope. Together, we identify what is contributing to your stress and develop a plan that feels realistic and sustainable.
I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you understand how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact, particularly if you tend to overthink, doubt yourself, or hold yourself to high expectations. We work to shift unhelpful patterns so you can move through your day with greater ease and self-trust.
Mindfulness is also an important part of my work. Many clients spend their days moving from one responsibility to the next without space to pause. Mindfulness strategies help create moments of calm, awareness, and grounding, even during busy or demanding seasons.
Because high-achieving women often carry significant responsibility at work, at home, and in relationships, I also offer practical tools for boundary setting, emotional regulation, and day-to-day organization. Therapy with me blends insight with skill-building, helping you feel more balanced rather than more overwhelmed.
Overall, my approach is compassionate, direct, and tailored to your needs. I help you reconnect with yourself, reduce overwhelm, and build a life that feels steadier, more aligned, and supportive of who you want to be.
Education & Credentials
Lauren Chase PhD, LCMHC, NCC, BC-TMH, PMH-C
- Female
- License # 13620
- Licensed in NC
- Practicing Since 2017
Education: I earned my PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision, with training that emphasized advanced clinical practice, counselor development, and the integration of evidence-based theory into real-world clinical work.
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee 200
- Accepts Insurance
- I am in network with Aetna and offer superbills for reimbursement for out-of-network benefits.
Lauren Chase Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina
If you’re a high-achieving woman who feels anxious, overwhelmed, or worn down from holding everything together, you’re in the right place.
I’m Dr. Lauren Chase, founder of Climbing Hills Counseling. I work with ambitious women and mothers who carry a lot of responsibility and pressure while quietly struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, and emotional burnout. Many of my clients are balancing demanding careers, parenting, relationships, and the unspoken expectation to stay composed, even when things feel heavy.
The women I support often look capable and successful on the outside, yet feel stretched thin on the inside. They’re dependable, organized, and used to pushing through stress. They’re often the ones others rely on. Over time, being “the strong one” can lead to racing thoughts, irritability, guilt, difficulty resting, and feeling disconnected from yourself.
In therapy, we slow things down. We look at what you’re carrying, where the pressure comes from, and how it’s impacting your well-being. Together, we focus on practical ways to feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally steady. Therapy becomes a space to step out of survival mode and start feeling more like yourself again.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and practical. I draw from person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and compassion-focused strategies. We work on managing anxious thoughts, improving emotional regulation, strengthening focus and follow-through, and setting boundaries that actually feel sustainable. This support is especially helpful for women juggling work, home life, parenting, and the often invisible mental load.
I work particularly well with women who experience persistent worry, overthinking, burnout, perfectionism, or guilt around resting. Many are navigating identity shifts related to motherhood, career changes, health concerns, or evolving relationships and want support rebuilding confidence and stability.
Therapy with me is not about judgment or being told what to do. It’s about feeling understood in a space where you no longer have to hold everything together. Clients often describe our work as grounded, supportive, and realistic. We focus on changes that fit your actual life and help you move forward with more clarity and ease.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself, it may be time to offer yourself the same care you give to others. You deserve support and a place to breathe. Therapy can help quiet anxious thoughts, restore your sense of self, and create a life that feels more intentional and aligned.
I offer virtual therapy for women in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida to make support accessible for busy lives. If you’re ready to begin or simply want to see if we’re a good fit, I invite you to reach out. Together, we can work toward clarity, confidence, and a steadier sense of calm so life feels more manageable and more your own.