- Relationship issues
- Anxiety and stress
- Mindfulness tools
About Laura
Laura Noonan-Cavins is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey with 15 years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, self-esteem, depression, family matters, career questions, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Laura also focuses on body image, caregiver stress, codependency, commitment and communication problems, and issues related to separation or divorce.
Her sessions tend to be straightforward and practical. She listens to what someone is trying to sort out, then helps them identify small steps they can try between meetings. Conversations cover patterns that keep problems repeating, skills for handling hard moments, and ways to reconnect with personal values and goals.
Laura draws on several established approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Client-Centered methods. She also uses mindfulness techniques to help people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. These methods are used to address everyday stressors, relationship patterns, and shifting life roles.
People often come to her feeling stuck after a breakup, job change, or a move toward independence. She helps them clarify priorities and practice practical coping strategies. Sessions include discussion, skill-building, and tasks to try outside appointments.
Her practice is based in New Jersey and sessions are conducted in English. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is often useful for anxiety, low motivation, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and trying new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple practices to reduce reactivity and stay present when stress or relationship tension rises.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Laura will review your goals and preferences with you and suggest which methods to try. That decision is collaborative - you and the therapist check how an approach fits and adjust as needed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around classes, work shifts, or caregiving. They can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or let people connect without travel time. Many clients find these practical benefits help them keep therapy consistent while juggling early-adult responsibilities.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, depression, family and career concerns, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach is straightforward and practical, combining talk with skill practice and mindfulness exercises to manage strong feelings and change patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of personal and relationship issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor, licensed in New Jersey, and practices from that state.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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