ABOUT Lauren
Lauren David
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist (AMFT #149072)
Lauren David is an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist (AMFT #149072) who specializes in working with trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, couples, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, and grief or loss.
She offers a supportive, authentic environment where clients can safely explore their thoughts and emotions. Those who work with Lauren often describe her as warm, compassionate, and wholeheartedly invested in their personal growth. Lauren speaks both Portuguese and Spanish which allows her to work with clients of many different cultural backgrounds.
Passionate about meaningful change and relational well-being, Lauren draws on relational Gestalt and psychodynamic principles to examine how early experiences influence present-day patterns. She also integrates components of Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic techniques, and mindfulness, guiding clients to cultivate greater self-awareness and emotional resilience.
Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Lauren combines this approach with somatic and mindfulness practices to help clients process the lasting impact of trauma. By attending to both mind and body, she supports individuals in uncovering core beliefs and developing healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
Lauren is dedicated to helping individuals and couples heal from trauma and navigate the complexities of their relationships.
Lauren earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy from Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology. She has worked in community mental health settings, providing care to adolescents, adults, families, and couples from diverse backgrounds. Through this experience, Lauren has developed an inclusive, supportive approach that respects the unique backgrounds and life experiences of each individual she serves.
Outside of her work, she loves cooking, scuba diving, strength training, traveling, and listening to live music. Some of her favorite destinations include Costa Rica, Italy, Mexico City, and Brazil, where she immerses herself in local traditions and takes every opportunity to practice speaking other languages.
Lauren works under the license and supervision of Becky White, LMFT #93760.
““Our lives don’t often equip us for the kind of deep connection that a relationship represents. So like with anything you do for the first time ever, you are going to fall & it’s bound to leave a bruise. A good counselor not only helps you both get back on your feet but also guides you on how to take a step forward together into something truly special. Our therapist was there to help us do exactly that.” ”
