I am licensed in New York with 40 years of professional clinical therapy experience. I am psychodynamically trained. I follow a holistic approach to physical and behavioral health. I have experience in helping people with depression, anxiety and stress.
By helping individuals understand and work through their emotional obstacles, they can begin to live their best life.
Being able to sit with uncomfortable and often painful feelings and thoughts is critical to helping a person experience themselves.
I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy
NY LCSW-R 027328
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Ms Whitfield is a great therapist, engaging, she listens and the time flies by in therapy unfortunately there is never enough..
Written on Oct 06, 2024 after therapy with Laurice for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Laurice has been an amazing ally who has helped me find reframe challenges in my life, and gain confidence in navigating new situations with grace and a sense of humor. She is personable, transparent, personable and shows that she cares through thoughtful feedback that draws on perspectives and insights from our earliest conversations. I look forward to continuing to work with her.
Written on Sep 23, 2024 after therapy with Laurice for 3 months on issues concerning depression, and self esteem
She is great I love having sessions with her
Written on Aug 02, 2024 after therapy with Laurice for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Laurice tells you what you need to hear. If you are someone that is open to changing your behavior then Laurice is great at what she does and I'd recommend her to anyone that is TRULY willing to change.
Written on May 22, 2024 after therapy with Laurice for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and adhd
An absolute incredible professional, therapist and human being. A wealth of knowledge, compassion and understanding.
Written on Mar 06, 2024 after therapy with Laurice for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Laurice is a wonderful therapist who genuinely cares and listens. She has wonderful ideas and has been very helpful.
Written on Nov 15, 2023 after therapy with Laurice for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties