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I have been working with individuals, couples and families in individual and intensive settings for over forty years. Difficulty, pain and loneliness from trauma, neglect, abandonment or relationship conflict can be healed and I believe you have the capacity and right to heal, feel good and live a good life.  

Something in you knows that what you're carrying runs deeper than the presenting problem. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable, and outwardly composed-yet internally they live with anxiety, depression, chronic tension or pain, relentless self-criticism, or a sense that something essential is blocked, muted, or just out of reach. These struggles may surface in mood, in the body, in behavior, or in relationships-including sexuality and intimacy-but they are rarely contained to any one area. They tend to reflect deeper emotional and relational patterns formed early in life, often before language, that continue to shape how a person approaches closeness, vulnerability, agency, pleasure, and self-expression. My work centers on how early experience shapes the capacity for self-regulation, desire, connection, and meaning throughout life-and particularly on how people come to know what they need and want, how they learn to express or inhibit those impulses, and what happens when these capacities become conflicted, constricted, or difficult to sustain. I integrate psychoanalytic hypnotherapy, somatic awareness, and clinical sexology within a reflective, depth-oriented process. Hypnosis functions as a central clinical tool-creating conditions for deeper internal contact with emotional, bodily, and unconscious experience that can be difficult to reach through conversation alone. The aim is not only relief from symptoms, but the development of a more coherent and compassionate relationship with one's inner life: sensations, emotions, impulses, and desires. This work is oriented toward lasting psychological change-and toward greater freedom in how one relates to oneself, one's body, and one's capacity for connection, authenticity, and vitality. It is best suited to those ready to move beyond symptom management toward something more fundamental.  

I received my M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy at Regis University in Denver, and my B.S. in Psychology at Portland State University. I thrive off of working with couples specifically, but I also have experience working with trauma, mental health disorders (e.g. Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder), and adolescents. The work I've had the privilege to be a part of and witness stunning growth is exactly the reason why I've chosen this field. It's honestly quite beautiful watching people blossom into their most secure, loving selves. I'd like to help contribute in that evolution, but also bear witness to your story as well.  

Wellness is not about one single element. It is about ALL of our elements: mental, physical, spiritual & emotional. All parts of you are welcome here.  

You don’t have to figure it all out alone. I offer a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make real change. With over 15 years of experience, I help adults, teens, and couples/families navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. My approach is practical, honest, and tailored to your unique goals. If you’re ready to feel more in control, more confident, and more like yourself again — let’s talk. I'm here for you.  

I believe our symptoms and struggles often make sense when we understand what we have lived through. Anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, emotional overwhelm, and relationship patterns may have developed as ways of adapting, protecting ourselves, or staying connected. My role is to help you understand these patterns with curiosity and compassion rather than criticism. I offer a warm, relational, honest, and sometimes direct therapeutic space. Together, we explore how past experiences, attachment wounds, and complex trauma may continue to shape your nervous system, relationships, and sense of self. Insight matters, but our work does not stop there. We also create opportunities to experience and respond to yourself differently. As a Certified EMDR Therapist, I integrate attachment-focused EMDR, somatic therapy, IFS-informed parts work, and expressive approaches to support deeper, embodied change. The goal is not to become someone new, but to strengthen self-trust, reconnect with your needs and inner voice, and feel more at home in yourself.  

I help people fundamentally change how they relate to themselves, their thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. I believe that therapy should lead to meaningful, lasting changes in how you experience yourself and your day-to-day life. To that end, I have completed advanced training and earned certifications in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) from the Albert Ellis Institute in New York City. I combine this knowledge and expertise with a humanistic, conversational, and person-centered approach to therapy. My way of relating to clients is informal, down-to-earth, compassionate, and engaging. There’s a lot of back and forth, a lot of dialogue, and plenty of room to explore what you’ve experienced in the past, what’s happening in your life today, and where you want to go in the future. I want you to feel genuinely heard, understood, accepted, and comfortable being yourself. I believe that when we change how we relate to ourselves and to life, we can become less anxious, more fulfilled, more self-directed, and more accepting and compassionate toward ourselves. That’s ultimately what I hope to help every client I work with achieve.  

With over 14 years of experience supporting individuals aged 12 and older, I approach care from a deeply client-focused perspective. My priority is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship, one that honors each person's unique journey and fosters meaningful progress toward their goals. Whether we are working toward solutions or navigating the complexities of acceptance, I believe both change and acknowledgment are powerful and valid paths. I strive to meet you exactly where you are, offering support, insight, and compassion at every stage of your therapeutic process.  

Emerging from a background as an Army officer and Country Manager of an American firm in Moscow, Russia, I bring an eclectic style to understanding people and their challenges. A father of two young adults, I seek to model and support love, compassion and forgiveness for our faults so that we might relax and further embrace our potential.  

I've been a Clinical Psychologist since 1997 and love this work! It's a privilege to trudge the road to happy destiny with individuals who aspire to  

As a licensed psychologist, a board certified clinical hypnotherapist and medical psychotherapist, I have been in private practice for 30 years in center city Philadelphia and Chestnut Hill. I am Jungian, feminist, and cognitive/behavioral in orientation, and use a blend of appropriate orientations.  

What makes my therapy practice stand out is my commitment to truly meeting each client where they are, with authenticity, compassion, and respect for their unique experiences. I take a neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based approach that focuses not on “fixing” clients, but on understanding and empowering them. I prioritize building a genuine, trusting relationship, creating a space where clients feel safe to be themselves without judgment. By blending evidence-based strategies with flexibility and warmth, I help clients develop practical tools while also fostering self-acceptance, confidence, and meaningful personal growth.  

Everything - from working with teenagers who learn where to go with their lives to elderly adults who are just getting depressed because their spouses or many of their friends are gone, from those why are just trying to figure out what their gender identity is to those who deal with their gender dysphoria or a stigma surrounding it for many years, and from marital counselling to the parenting issues... and also many other things our providers specialize in. We work as a team of psychiatric and psychological providers, constantly discuss cases among our team to get other providers' input, and this system works very well for our patients.  

I work with individuals and couples that are looking to reclaim their joy and rediscover their purpose. I have a passion for creating a safe, warm, and judgement-free environment where you will feel seen, heard, and understood. Because I believe that you are the expert in your own life, I will work collaboratively with you to create a unique treatment plan. One of my biggest strengths is the ability to hold hope for you until you are able to hold it for yourself.  

I understand that your life is complex and there are various demands and expectations at different life stages that can be impacted by situational and mental health struggles. It's important to be mindful of the interaction between those demands and your stage of life. My experiences are diverse. I have worked for over twenty years with individuals, couples, and groups across the lifespan and socioeconomic spectrum by providing a range of clinical services including assessment, consultation, and psychotherapy. I know how challenging asking for help can be and I strive to work collaboratively with clients, both validating your feelings and experiences while helping you to uncover patterns and obstacles that are holding you back from reaching your goals. I seek to provide treatment in an integrative way, utilizing Solution-Focused, Interpersonal, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Using these modalities we will focus not just on difficulties, but on areas of strength and positive coping mechanisms. As part of my work, I am always happy to collaborate with medical doctors, attorneys, in-home therapeutic teams, and school systems to ensure that all providers working with you or your family are in sync with the goals you are striving to achieve.  

Laura understands how experiences in our life can cause us to feel " off balance". She compassionately listens and supports clients as well as offer a therapeutic relationship that provides clients an opportunity to emotionally move forward, heal, and rekindle happiness during challenging times.  

My therapy practice is based on a person-centered and solution-focused treatment approach utilizing techniques learned and practiced from ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and MBCT (Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy), as well as other treatment modalities requiring specifically focused therapy such as Christian Counseling.  

I'm a military veteran, LPC-Associate, and National Certified Counselor (NCC). My background helps me bring empathy, understanding, and dedication to supporting clients through life's challenges with compassion and care.  

I like to establish a partnership with clients to help them to let go of traumatic experiences and foster lives of holistic wellness with balance, peace and personal growth. As your therapist, I will be by your side to help you bring in more of what you want in your life. As the author of 4 books on intimacy in relationships (available on Amazon), I also can help you to achieve fulfilling relationships with a partner, family, friends, co-workers--and your Self!  

Welcome. I’m glad you’re here! Life brings complex challenges, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. My primary goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, warm, and nonjudgmental space where you can show up exactly as you are to explore whatever is on your mind—big or small. For 25 years, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside individuals as they navigate life's toughest moments. Having practiced extensively throughout the DFW area as well as in Ireland, my approach to therapy has grown and deepened over time. I don't believe in one-size-fits-all therapy. Instead, I blend an eclectic, flexible approach with my clinical experience and intuition to help you find genuine healing and practical solutions. I offer inclusive, affirmative care for adults and diverse populations, including adolescents, older adults, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I frequently support clients navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma in addition to life transitions such as relationship challenges, workplace issues, parenting and grief. I also offer ADHD support and coping strategies. Healing is a collaborative journey, and I would be honored to walk alongside you. Contact me today to learn more about how we can work together!