Lawrence Story, LMFT
Seasoned therapist, leader, and coach
- Leadership and coaching
- Hope and practical guidance
- Wellness and fitness insight
About Lawrence Story
Lawrence Story brings more than three decades of hands-on leadership, coaching, and clinical experience to his work with individuals and groups. He favors an "in the trenches" clinical style that combines practical coaching with deep listening, helping people move from fear and loss of hope toward clearer choices and renewed purpose. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT - he explains therapeutic concepts in straightforward language and uses real-life stories and framed perspectives to make change feel attainable.
Known by many as a teacher and mentor, he often uses group instruction to help people rediscover hope during difficult transitions. His conversational style blends personal experience with clinical insight, creating an intimate and focused connection with each client. That same commitment to teaching and practical application has shaped his work as a speaker, coach, and consultant.
Lawrence has served as Chief Executive Officer and senior consultant for both public and privately traded healthcare organizations. He is the author of Living in Green Pastures with Life Storys and co-publisher of Treatment Effectiveness in Adult Partial Hospitalization. His background also includes ownership of Lake Houston Gym and Fitness and certifications in non-violent crisis intervention and personal training, which inform his emphasis on wellness and resilience.
A former competitive collegiate football athlete and internationally recognized bodybuilding champion with more than 27 titles, he has led wellness workshops and served as a consulting therapist for the National Basketball Association. He has also contributed on advisory boards and received recognition such as Outstanding Young Men in America. Lawrence looks forward to collaborating with clients to design plans that meet their personal goals now and in the future.
Known by many as a teacher and mentor, he often uses group instruction to help people rediscover hope during difficult transitions. His conversational style blends personal experience with clinical insight, creating an intimate and focused connection with each client. That same commitment to teaching and practical application has shaped his work as a speaker, coach, and consultant.
Lawrence has served as Chief Executive Officer and senior consultant for both public and privately traded healthcare organizations. He is the author of Living in Green Pastures with Life Storys and co-publisher of Treatment Effectiveness in Adult Partial Hospitalization. His background also includes ownership of Lake Houston Gym and Fitness and certifications in non-violent crisis intervention and personal training, which inform his emphasis on wellness and resilience.
A former competitive collegiate football athlete and internationally recognized bodybuilding champion with more than 27 titles, he has led wellness workshops and served as a consulting therapist for the National Basketball Association. He has also contributed on advisory boards and received recognition such as Outstanding Young Men in America. Lawrence looks forward to collaborating with clients to design plans that meet their personal goals now and in the future.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lawrence Story have?
Lawrence Story has 36 years of experience in leadership, clinical work, coaching, and consulting.
Is Lawrence Story a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LMFT credential, which indicates he is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. His license details are TX LMFT 4347.
In which languages does Lawrence Story provide therapy?
Lawrence Story provides therapy in English.
Where is Lawrence Story located?
Lawrence Story is located in Texas.
How can I work with Lawrence Story as my therapist?
You can work with Lawrence Story through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lawrence Story work with international clients?
Lawrence Story does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lawrence Story 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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.
Approaches and Flexibility in Online Therapy
Lawrence integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) into his online practice to address a range of concerns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and supporting clients to find their own solutions - it is helpful for building self-understanding and working through relationship or life-stage questions. CBT targets the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and is useful for reducing unhelpful patterns and learning practical skills for mood and stress management. DBT offers structured strategies for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful when emotions feel overwhelming.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Lawrence works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then adapts techniques from these models to create a tailored plan that evolves as progress is made.
Online therapy with Lawrence is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more accessible and flexible. These options allow people to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity of support during transitions, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable while working toward meaningful change.