Who is this therapist?
Lauren Scoggan, LCSW
Licensed Therapist in Texas
Thank you for your curiosity—I’m glad you’re here.
My name is Lauren Scoggan, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas, supporting teens and adults through counseling and therapy. I’m newly married, and our home is happily shared with two curious cats, Mr. Meow and Mango, and our joyful tripod dog, Bizcocho.
I’ve been in the social work field since 2017. Before stepping into therapy, I was a 5th-grade teacher at a Title I school in San Antonio, where I discovered my passion for supporting people—celebrating their goals, holding space for their heaviest moments, and advocating for social justice. My experiences in the classroom inspired me to pursue a Master of Science in Social Work from The University of Texas at Austin, and to shift my focus from education to mental health and counseling.
After graduation, I served in the Peace Corps in the Dominican Republic, where I strengthened my Spanish, broadened my cultural awareness, and built meaningful community connections. These experiences continue to inform the way I work with clients: with respect, humility, and a commitment to understanding each individual’s unique experiences.
I practice from an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed lens, holding space for your identities, relationships, and the systems that shape your day-to-day life. Healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens in a safe, supportive therapeutic relationship. My goal is to support you beyond a diagnosis and help you reconnect with yourself in a holistic, compassionate, and grounded way.
I aim to help you meet the parts of yourself that feel the need to mask, shrink, or push feelings aside. When we greet those parts with honesty and care, they no longer have to control your life. Together, we’ll cultivate agency, peace, and authenticity, working toward a version of you that feels aligned, empowered, and at home within yourself.
Specializations:
Anxiety and stress management
Depression and mood disorders
Trauma-informed care
Life Transitions
Teen and adult counseling
Relationship and family support
If you’re seeking a licensed therapist in Texas to support your mental health journey, I welcome you to reach out and start the conversation.