Hi! I'm glad you are thinking of working with me so let me tell you a bit about myself. I have worked in this field for over 30 years. I received my Master's Degree in Social Work in 1984, and am licensed in California (LCSW) and Arkansas (LCSW). Additionally, I have a Master's Degree in Human Rights.
I have worked with people ages six through older adulthood and with individuals, groups, couples, and families. I have worked in private practice and public mental health settings. I bring this wealth of knowledge and wide range of experience and expertise to my individual work with you.
My approach is client centered and non judgmental. I will work with you to problem solve, grow, develop new life skills, identify and achieve your goals while helping you to clarify your values, know yourself better, and build upon your current strengths and skills.
I am really looking forward to the privilege of working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Cancer, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
CA LCSW 14283
AR LCSW 12934-C
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Laura Drucker is a fantastic therapist and she's convinced me to start recommending LCSWs to my friends. She has a very practical approach where she's all about what will help me feel better and live the life I want, without imposing anything on that from her own values that I can tell. I've had very bad experiences with therapists in the past, but I've been speaking with her for years and it's been life changing. She uses whatever tools help you and is really brilliant at bringing in new perspectives that lead to breakthroughs. Can't recommend her enough!
Written on Jun 28, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 4 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Laura is absolutely fantastic. When I signed up for therapy I initially hoped my therapist would simply validate my feelings and experiences so that I didn’t feel alone on the proverbial mountain. Laura didn’t do that because what she does is far more effective. She has helped me to validate myself, to look internally and create my own acceptance. She doesn’t give me the answers, she helps me to discover them for myself which is far more powerful and effective in creating real change. She is so compassionate, and you can feel that throughout each session. She is also a very good listener, she listens without judgement and will gently nudge you with the feedback that you need to hear. She’s gone above and beyond to communicate with me outside of the session via text as well. Can’t speak highly enough about her and would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking to change their life for the better.
Written on Nov 29, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
I have been working with Laura for a few years now and I can’t speak highly enough about her incredible expertise, patience and deep skill as a therapist. My internal landscape is a completely different place these days and I attribute much of that to her wisdom and guidance. She is nonjudgemental, kind, clear, direct, and experienced. I am often in awe of how she makes me feel so heard and held, while also nudging me just enough at just the right time. I am so grateful I have had the opportunity to work with her.
Written on Jul 10, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 3 years and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
I have successfully worked with Laura for almost two years and her guidance has enabled me to accomplish my therapy goals. She is perspicacious, honest, open and an incredibly skilled therapist. She has gently kept me on track while still asking the hard questions. She is far and above the best therapist I have ever worked with and I have worked with many over the years. I know she wants to help me live my best life and it shows in all of our interactions. She’s amazing!
Written on Jan 17, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Laura has been so accomodating to my unique needs and has been ridiculously helpful! She responds so quickly and somehow has the time to actually listen and form thoughtful responses. Therapy has been hard in the past because I haven't felt like the therapist is actually listening or understanding and Laura has changed my whole perspective. Can't recommend enough!
Written on Apr 08, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Laura is great! She has been really listening to what areas of my life I want to work on.
Written on Feb 04, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching