Lauren Aron

Specialist Psychotherapist · she/her
Master’s in Clinical Social Work and Psychotherapy 2017

Registration

  • Professional bodies: NCPS
  • Registration number(s): NCPS 21-00476
  • Public register entry: none available for this body – verify via the body’s own search

Quick facts

  • Year qualified: 2017
  • Years in eating disorders: 9 years
  • Consults at: Remote

Biography

My name is Lauren Marie Aron I’m a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist specialising in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma, and emotional difficulties. Alongside my clinical work with adolescents and adults, I contribute to professional training and the development of evidence-based mental health services.

approach to treatment

I believe that meaningful change happens within a strong therapeutic relationship. My approach is warm, genuine, and collaborative, creating a space where clients feel safe enough to explore difficult experiences while also feeling appropriately challenged. I integrate evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, CBT, compassion-focused, and relational therapies, tailoring treatment to each person’s unique circumstances. Whether you’re struggling with trauma, an eating disorder, anxiety, or relationship difficulties, my goal is to help you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and move towards a more fulfilling life.

areas of interest / specialism

I have a particular interest in working with eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, ARFID, and OSFED. I also specialise in trauma and PTSD, body image difficulties, BDD, OCD, anxiety, perfectionism, and low self-esteem. I frequently work adolescents and adults presenting with complex trauma, dissociation, emotional regulation difficulties, and attachment-related challenges.

specialised Training

  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
  • CBT-E (Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
  • DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy)
  • TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
  • Transactional Analysis
  • Safe and Sound Protocol

Senior Roles and Notable Prior Posts

  • Specialist Psychotherapist across Inpatient, Day-Patient, and Outpatient Settings (UK and South Africa)
  • Host of Psychotherapy Webinars & Professional Training Contributor
  • I’m South African and have worked across both South African and UK mental health services. Outside of clinical work, I enjoy hiking, travelling, and spending time with my Cavapoo, Florrie-Belle. I also host psychotherapy webinars and am passionate about ongoing professional development and bringing the latest evidence into my work.
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Q&A with Lauren

Starting therapy can feel daunting, so my priority in the first session is helping you feel comfortable & understood. We’ll talk about what’s brought you here, your goals for therapy, and any questions you may have. It’s also an opportunity for both of us to decide whether we feel like a good fit to work together.

A common misconception is that people with longstanding eating disorders or complex trauma are “too chronic” to recover. While some difficulties can become deeply entrenched, I believe people are far more resilient than they realise, and meaningful change remains possible at any stage of life.