Hi, I’m Laura.

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the state of California with experience working in diverse settings including university campuses, private practice, non-profit agencies, intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs. I am authentic and relational in the work that I do, focusing on forging strong connections and creating a safe environment for individuals to process and explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences. I take a non-judgmental stance with a focus on reducing shame, aligning with values and increasing self-worth and self-esteem. I work to ensure that individuals feel supported and empowered while holding safe space for self-reflection, self-awareness, validation, and self-determination. The relationship is key to the theraputic process and I strive to understand you, your background and identity, your experience, and your values and hopes. I specialize in working with individuals around interpersonal relationships, substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, and beyond. I utilize evidence based practices including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma Informed Care, Harm Reduction, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).