Lauren Blaha, MMFT
Counselor of Marriage & Family Therapy
Gallatin Location & Virtual
“It is only when we take chances, when our lives improve. The initial and the most difficult risk that we need to take is to become honest.”
- Walter Anderson
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Marriage and Family Therapy has been the most impactful and rewarding career choice. I have deep empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to make a difference in people's lives. Showing up as my authentic, straightforward, relatable self in sessions with my clients helps me find the most authentic parts of my client.
My specialization is training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy), complex trauma counseling, and working alongside you through underlying and challenging experiences. I am passionate about working with first responders, emergency providers, and veterans.
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“I will not lose, for even in defeat, there’s a valuable lesson learned, so it evens up for me.” - Jay-Z
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Postpartum mommas also have a soft spot in my heart. I love working with mothers to navigate the life transition and the balance of #MomLife, because I’ve been there and know it all too well.
I take pride in creating a safe, supportive, real environment for my clients, where they can freely express their thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment.
My career as a therapist offers countless opportunities to impact individuals, families, and my community positively. I have the privilege of witnessing personal growth and transformation, helping clients develop coping strategies, and fostering a sense of empowerment and self-acceptance.
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"Sometimes finding who you are, requires you to lose who you thought you were." NF
Areas of Focus
Education
First Responder/Military
Trauma/EMDR
Men's Issues
Couples/Marriage Counseling
Pre-Marital/Pre-Engagement Counseling
Depression & Anxiety
Parenting & Family Counseling
Adolescents & Young Adults (13+)
Bachelor's Degree in Human Development, Children's and Family Services (2011)
Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Honors Society (2023)
EMDR Trained (2023): Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing
Complex Trauma Certification Trained: Interventions from EMDR, Parts Work, CPT, and Polyvagal Theory (2024)
Gottman Level 1 Training for Couples