- Person-centered approach
- Skills-focused
- Warm and nonjudgmental
About Laura
Laura Powers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York. She draws on a practical, person-centered style to help people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, grief, or life transitions.
She focuses on building a trusting relationship first. Sessions are warm and nonjudgmental so people can talk about hard things without feeling judged. She emphasizes increasing self-awareness to make steady changes over time.
Her work commonly addresses panic disorder and panic attacks alongside mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive concerns, trauma and post-traumatic stress, and relationship or parenting strain. She also supports people facing burnout, compassion fatigue, and issues linked to identity, such as LGBT concerns.
Laura uses a mix of approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and client-centered methods. In practice this looks like learning skills to manage intense emotions, noticing unhelpful thinking patterns, and clarifying values to guide change.
With 14 years of experience, she brings steady clinical judgment and a calm presence. People who want practical tools as well as an empathic listener may find this combination helpful. To begin, clients follow the listed intake steps to match with her and schedule sessions based on availability.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters most and taking small, values-driven steps. Online ACT sessions can help with anxiety, panic symptoms, and motivation by practicing willingness and defusion skills. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; in online sessions this often includes at-home practice assignments and tracking patterns between meetings. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding emotional responses and strengthening how someone processes feelings, which can be useful for relationship strain, grief, and trauma-related distress.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that suit their goals and preferences, and may combine techniques from different approaches as needed. Clients help shape the plan, and approaches can be adjusted over time based on what works.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for focused skill practice between meetings. Some people prefer shorter phone check-ins when video is difficult, while others use longer sessions for deeper exploration and in-session exercises. Ask about available formats when you arrange the first appointment.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, panic disorder and panic attacks, depression, grief, trauma, addictions, sleep problems, and relationship or parenting strain.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The approach is person-centered and practical. Sessions blend skill teaching, mindfulness, and talking through problems in a warm, nonjudgmental way.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of experience working in social work and clinical settings with people facing mood, anxiety, and life transition challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices from New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options with the service before booking to ensure they match your needs.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.