- Relationship concerns
- Trauma and abuse
- ACT and CBT informed
About Laura
Laura Clarke is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oregon with four years of clinical experience. She works with adults on relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, low self-esteem, depression, eating concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other life changes. Laura uses straightforward, practical work to help people who feel overwhelmed by early adult pressures.
She begins by listening to what matters most and what feels unmanageable right now. In early sessions she gathers background, current struggles, and short-term goals. That information guides which methods she uses and how sessions are paced.
Laura draws on evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She also uses Client-Centered and Emotionally-Focused ideas to focus on feelings and relationship patterns. Sessions include skill practice, small experiments, and review of what worked between meetings.
Her style is collaborative and direct. She helps people notice patterns, name emotions, and try different responses in everyday life. For young adults this often looks like managing stress around work or school, sorting relationship boundaries, or building routines that support mood and focus.
Practical details are discussed at the first appointment. Laura asks about what a typical week looks like and what barriers might get in the way of regular sessions. That helps set realistic goals and timelines for progress.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and choosing actions that reflect personal values. It can help when life changes feel overwhelming or when people struggle with motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to test and shift unhelpful patterns. CBT is useful for mood, anxiety, and many everyday stressors. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on interpersonal patterns and emotions to improve connection and communication in close relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to match goals, preferences, and what has helped in the past. That means trying methods, checking how they feel, and adjusting plans together as needed.
The original biography did not name specific online session formats. Confirm which formats are available before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also makes it simpler to continue work during moves or school and work transitions while keeping therapeutic goals consistent.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy problems, self-esteem struggles, depression, eating concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. Expect skill practice, reflection on patterns, and short experiments to try between meetings.
What experience does she have?
She has four years of experience working in mental health settings with adults on a range of concerns.
What is her credential and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Oregon.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography did not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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