Dr. Lauren Williams, MD(She/Her/Hers)
Adult Psychiatrist, MD
Texas
ADHD-Bipolar disorder-Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)-Psychotic disorders-Women's issues-Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)-
Dr. Lauren Williams
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Professional statement
Dr. Lauren Williams is a Texas-based psychiatrist offering therapy, medication management, and natural alternatives. She works with high-functioning adults navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, PMDD, or perimenopausal mood changes—especially those seeking to understand their symptoms at the root level.
Dr. Williams specializes in clients who appear successful on the outside but feel emotionally dysregulated, disconnected, or stuck in long-standing patterns. Her approach is holistic blending modern psychiatry with psychodynamic therapy, somatic techniques, and nervous system regulation. She supports clients in exploring alternatives to psychiatric medications and offers guidance for tapering off meds safely when appropriate.
Her care is trauma-informed, hormone-conscious, and deeply personalized. She incorporates genetic testing to tailor treatment, and uses lab work, lifestyle shifts, supplements, and mind-body techniques alongside traditional tools.
Dr. Williams earned her MD from the University of Texas Medical Branch and completed psychiatry residency and a Public Psychiatry Fellowship at Case Western Reserve University. She also trained in addiction medicine through Yale School of Medicine's REACH Fellowship.
She offers virtual care across Texas—including Austin, Houston, and Dallas—and in-person sessions in Austin for clients seeking procedures like ketamine-assisted therapy. Her private-pay practice is designed for adults ready to invest in thoughtful, personalized healing beyond symptom control.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 9 years
Anima Integrative Psychiatry, Psychiatrist, 2021 - Present
Yale Reach Addiction Fellowship, MD, 2021
Case Western Reserve University Public Psychiatry Fellowship, MD, 2021
University of Texas Medical Branch, MD, 2017
Licensure
Texas: T3016Languages
EnglishSpecialties
ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure
Bipolar disorder - Developing coping and preventive strategies to stabilize extreme mood swings, including manic and depressive episodes; increasing effective strategies to regulate emotions and maintain a healthy daily routine
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) - Reducing unwanted intrusive thoughts and rituals by gradually building comfort and confidence facing difficult fears, thoughts, and emotions
Psychotic disorders - Supporting individuals and families to manage symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and agitations while maintaining healthy, supportive relationships
Women's issues - Therapy tailored to common concerns among women; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges, stressors, and questions around identity as a woman
Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) - Recovering from the impact of long-term, repeated traumatic events, such as emotional abuse and neglect
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Couples
- Families
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
Dr. Lauren Williams is not in-network with any insurances.
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Out-of-pocket fees
Get reimbursed for sessions with Dr. Lauren Williams
Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.
- Individual sessions:$278 (30min)
- Initial session:$593 (90min)
- Medication management and therapy sessions:$548 (60min)
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