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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been working in the field for over 10 years. I graduated from the University at Buffalo in 2009 with a Masters in Social Work. I have worked with a wide range of individuals in areas including depression, anxiety, stress management, coping with grief/loss, mood disorders and parenting/relationship issues.
I find it very important to build a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust. I believe we can all grow through challenging experiences by increasing our self-awareness. It is truly important to be able to share our personal struggles and experiences without the fear of being judged. I pride myself on being warm, compassionate, open minded and non-judgmental. I utilize several techniques in my counseling style but a few are Cognitive-Behavioral, Mindfulness/DBT, Solution-Focused and, most important, person centered.
Whether you are going through a difficult time, are seeking change or simply need an ear to listen, I am here to support you in your journey.
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Laura Powers. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
My therapist is amazing
Written on Dec 19, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 4 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I have had a handful of therapists on and off, and everyone in therapy knows it can take a while to get to work with someone that you really click with. When I matched with Laura it was through an EAP program where I got sessions for free. I loved Laura’s gentle nature, expertise, and kindness so much that I began paying to see her after my EAP ended, and have moved through multiple platforms to stick with her. She makes you feel validated while also being able to suggest alternative ways of thought that challenge you. Thank you Laura!!
Written on Dec 20, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Great therapist and helps so much.
Written on Feb 21, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Laura is great! Will never judge and makes sure I understand that I am in a safe place with her.
Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 years and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She’s the best in a complete summary
Written on Oct 06, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Fantastic.
Written on Aug 12, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 2 years and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, anger management, and career difficulties
Laura has helped me through incredibly difficult familial, personal, and professional issues during a time when I could barely wake up without feeling overwhelmed. She continues to help challenge my not-so-helpful thought processes and provides a safe space where I can unload. Laura takes the time to reach out countless times, even when there is radio silence. She has provided a number of tools, such as a happiness journal template, and anxiety-controlling steps to aid in the efforts of being more mindful and present. Because of Laura, I was able to come out to my parents and manage a very stressful job.
I have recommended Laura to a number of colleagues, friends, and family members already, and will continue to do so.
Written on Aug 03, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and self esteem
I've been working with Laura for maybe a year and she's been incredibly helpful in helping me manage my anxieties and expectations. She does a great job at understanding what I feel and provides a different perspective to help deal with certain feelings. Would highly recommend Laura!
Written on Mar 21, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Laura is by far the best listener and advocate for me. She’s always listening and guides me to positive outcomes when I follow her recommendations and techniques. She makes me feel alive and helps me understand why I don’t give myself enough credit. Thank you Laura!
Written on Feb 11, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and career difficulties
extremely kind and attentive!
Written on Jan 07, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
Laura is wonderful. She’s very down to earth and can cut through the static in my thoughts easily and precisely. She always has good advice and metaphors to help you get perspective.
Written on Oct 23, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Laura is a wonderful listener and really dives into each thing I want to focus on! She is great about providing me with resources and useful advice. I feel supported and know I always have her guidance.
Written on Aug 30, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
It’s been a long journey with therapy and the event that got me started did just that… got me started. I’ve been able to unravel a lot of my thought patterns and as Laura said “understand the logic behind my emotions.” I feel more balanced and look forward to continuing my self love and self improvement with Laura in my corner. Thank you!
Written on Aug 21, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 6 months on issues concerning coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Better Help is therapy for the modern age. As the mental health crisis grows, now more than ever we need affordable and accessible mental healthcare. I was unconvinced by the chatting feature but I just used it and a feel a world of difference even just writing down the revelations I was feeling. Highly reccomend.
Written on Jul 23, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Laura has been essential in my healing the last few months and I’m so grateful to her. She’s professional and timely and id highly recommend her and better help to anyone.
Written on May 24, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Great counselor, very patient and understanding. Would 100% recommend
Written on May 18, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
She is responsive and really has been everything I hoped for in a therapist. It's very helpful to write out my feelings in close proximity to when things happen and she has been receptive and responsive.
Written on May 18, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and parenting issues
Laura is highly competent and thoughtful in her approach to working with me. She is very approachable and brings multiple viewpoints and methods to help with anything I have going on.
Written on Apr 26, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and bipolar disorder
Laura has been such a gift to my life. She is supportive and caring yet challenges my thinking and pushes me to be better. I am in the best mental and emotional spot right now that I've ever been in and Laura has been a huge factor in that.
Written on Feb 14, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
Laura has been a life saver, literally. Without her, I would have drowned in my compulsive, obsessive, irrational thoughts. Thank you for saving me from me and making me feel worthy, safe and valid. You are an angel laura!
Written on Dec 25, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
It took a lot of courage to seek for help. Laura has been amazing! She takes her time to respond back to my messages in a timely manner and gives me amazing feedback. She is also very accommodating. She is AMAZING! We need more therapist like her!
Written on Nov 22, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks
Laura is fantastic. She’s in your corner from the start, and makes you feel cared for, respected, and heard. It took very little time to feel comfortable communicating with her, which is something I’ve struggled with in past therapy sessions. Even in a few short weeks she has provided really helpful insight and guidance. I’m very grateful to have found her!
Written on Nov 16, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Laura has been an excellent listener and consistently supportive, even at my worst. Without her help, I can honestly say I might still be caught in the dreadful depression that caused me to look for help in the first place.
Written on Aug 19, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 4 months on issues concerning depression, and self esteem
She’s an incredibly empathetic person and really hears you where you are and there to offer advice.
Written on Jul 24, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Dr. Laura has been an incredible help to me in managing my pandemic anxieties. I was always an anxious person but the last few month really exacerbated it. With Dr. Laura's help, I am sleeping better, and I have tools to help when I get overwhelmed.
Written on Jul 22, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She’s been absolutely great. She understands that I need someone to approach me with sensitivity and she always has been very supportive.
Written on Jun 07, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Laura is so easy to talk to. She always makes me feel validated, heard, and understood. She is excellent at helping me set reasonable goals, and then gently holding me accountable for them. She's always responsive, kind, and helps ease my anxiety.
Written on May 31, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
An open, kind, and an understanding person who will hear you out and assist you with any issue.
Written on Mar 23, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks
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