- 20 years experience
- North Carolina LCSW
- Focus on anxiety
About Laureen
Laureen Thomas is a licensed clinical social worker in North Carolina with 20 years of experience. She helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, or depression. She also supports people facing relationship strains, trouble with communication, and the particular distress of panic disorder and panic attacks.
Laureen believes each person knows their own story and brings strengths into therapy. She focuses on practical steps clients can use between sessions. Her approach is straightforward and down-to-earth, aimed at making day-to-day life feel more manageable.
In sessions she listens for what matters most to the client and helps set small, achievable goals. She works with people coping with trauma and abuse, those trying to recover from loss, and people struggling with shame, guilt, or isolation. She also addresses workplace stress, social anxiety, and issues that arise during divorce or separation.
Over two decades of practice have shaped a flexible style that balances emotional support with problem-solving. Laureen encourages people to notice what’s working and to build on those strengths. She invites clients to move at a pace that feels right for them.
To start, she asks people to complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. This lets her match goals with an approach that fits the person’s needs and life circumstances.
Evidence-based techniques for anxiety and panic
Laureen uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and coping strategies. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches breathing, grounding, and pacing techniques to manage panic attacks and intense anxiety. These tools are taught in short, repeatable steps clients can practice between sessions.Another helpful approach is trauma-informed care that emphasizes safety and pacing after difficult experiences. This involves building trust, identifying triggers, and creating stepwise plans to reduce reactivity and distress over time.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. Laureen collaborates with each person to figure out which techniques fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. She adjusts methods as the work proceeds so the plan stays practical and relevant.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to schedule appointments around work or family life, reduce travel time, and allow people to use brief check-ins when needed. It can also let someone continue progress between in-person visits if that fits their routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does Laureen help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Additional focuses include panic disorder and panic attacks, social anxiety, and workplace problems.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is direct and practical, combining listening with goal setting. She emphasizes small, achievable steps clients can try between sessions.
What is her background and experience?
Laureen has 20 years of professional work experience in social work and clinical practice. That experience informs a flexible approach to common concerns.
What credentials and region should I know about?
She holds an LCSW credential and is licensed in North Carolina. The profile lists the NC LCSW credential exactly as provided.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.