Lauren Mallon Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy & Counselling Services
"Your present circumstances don't determine where you go; they merely determine where you start."
get to know lauren
I live by the philosophy that I am a human first and a therapist second and bring that into the work that I do every day. I don’t believe therapy should feel cold or overly clinical and believe it works best when there’s a real person sitting across from you. Who I am outside of the therapy room shapes how I show up within it.
I moved to Canada from Belfast, Ireland in 2014, and that experience of building a life somewhere new has given me a deeper understanding of change, identity, and what it means to find your footing again. It’s no secret that therapists aren’t immune to life’s challenges, and my own experiences have shaped how I connect with others, allowing me to bring a level of authenticity, understanding, and realness into my work.
Outside of therapy, you’ll usually find me running, at the gym, spending time with friends and family or my dog and watching too much reality TV. I love trying new restaurants and coffee shops, and travelling when I can. These are the things that keep me grounded and they’re a big part of how I stay connected to myself, and to the work I do.
My
Approach
I understand how heavy things can feel when your mind doesn’t switch off, when you’re hard on yourself, or when the pressure to keep up starts to take over.
I believe therapy shouldn’t feel clinical or intimidating but should feel like a space where you can actually be real and fully yourself. Authenticity is really important to me in my work, and I aim to create a space that feels safe, comfortable, and grounded, where you don’t have to filter yourself or have it all figured out. Every part of your is welcome.
I work with youth, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, self-doubt, and overwhelm, relationships challenges and high performance athletes, helping you make sense of what’s going on and build tools that feel doable in real life, not just in theory. My approach is collaborative, practical, and client centred to help you feel more steady, more confident, and more like yourself again.
Contact Us
If you’ve found your way here, that’s already a great first step. You don’t need to have it all figured out quite yet! If you are curious to learn more or would like to work together feel free to get in touch. I’d love to hear from you.