Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds, LMFT
Relationship and family therapist focused on healing
- Relationship and family work
- Trauma informed care
- Parenting and coaching
About Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds
Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds blends clinical training, faith, and lived experience to guide people and families toward greater resilience and growth. She serves as a licensed clinician, inspirational speaker, and coach for personal and professional development, drawing on her own journey to help others transform hardship into opportunity. Her work emphasizes emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual development as interconnected elements that support healthier relationships and improved well-being.
She provides counseling to individuals, couples, families, and groups, offering services across Texas and Delaware and delivering speaking and coaching engagements locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally both virtually and in person. Her practice focuses on relationship and family dynamics, trauma and abuse, parenting and fatherhood issues, intimacy and commitment concerns, grief, self-esteem, anger, career transitions, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Additional areas of attention include abandonment and attachment issues, blended family challenges, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and control problems, domestic violence, family of origin patterns, and divorce and separation.
Dr. Pitts-Bounds holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Management and a master’s degree in Couple, Marriage, and Family Therapy from Drexel University. She earned a bachelor’s degree in organizational management from Edward Waters University and an associate degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Johnson and Wales University. She is a LMFT - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - and is a Fulbright Alumni Ambassador, a former Fulbright Scholar to Barbados, and a member of the Fulbright Specialist roster. Her clinical approach integrates Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. She also hosts a weekly live information series where she shares practical insights on relationships, life, and mental health.
She provides counseling to individuals, couples, families, and groups, offering services across Texas and Delaware and delivering speaking and coaching engagements locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally both virtually and in person. Her practice focuses on relationship and family dynamics, trauma and abuse, parenting and fatherhood issues, intimacy and commitment concerns, grief, self-esteem, anger, career transitions, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Additional areas of attention include abandonment and attachment issues, blended family challenges, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and control problems, domestic violence, family of origin patterns, and divorce and separation.
Dr. Pitts-Bounds holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Management and a master’s degree in Couple, Marriage, and Family Therapy from Drexel University. She earned a bachelor’s degree in organizational management from Edward Waters University and an associate degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Johnson and Wales University. She is a LMFT - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - and is a Fulbright Alumni Ambassador, a former Fulbright Scholar to Barbados, and a member of the Fulbright Specialist roster. Her clinical approach integrates Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. She also hosts a weekly live information series where she shares practical insights on relationships, life, and mental health.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds have?
Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds has 13 years of experience.
Is Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMFT credential. License details: DE LMFT FT-0010070.
In which languages does Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds provide therapy?
Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds located?
She is located in Delaware.
How can I work with Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds work with international clients?
Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Lauren Pitts-Bounds 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Could Remote Therapy Fit Your Needs?
Many people ask whether remote therapy can help with everyday struggles. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions for many people.One major benefit of working remotely is flexibility. Clients can connect with therapists in whichever format suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it simpler to fit care into busy schedules and different lifestyles.
Licensed professionals provide online services, and clients may choose to switch therapists if they are seeking a different approach or fit. For those weighing their options, virtual therapy offers practical access to trained therapists and a range of communication styles to support ongoing progress.
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