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Laura Duffy, LPC

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma, Abuse Self esteem, Motivation Depression
Video Phone Messaging

About me

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) in the state of New Jersey. I have over seven years of experience working with substance use, mental health, and dual-diagnosis/co-occurring populations. I have worked in community agencies as well as hospital-based programs, and I have experience in several levels of care such as inpatient, outpatient, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Partial Hospitalization (PHP/APH), and Medication Assisted Treatment (Methadone, Vivitrol, Suboxone). I also have experience working with trauma in addition to severe and persistent mental illness (Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia/Schizoaffective Disorder, Personality Disorders) and coordinating crisis intervention with this population.

My counseling style is warm, non-judgmental, and person-centered. I believe you are the expert on you, and as your counselor I am here to assist you in achieving the goals you wish to accomplish in therapy. Together we will collaborate to form a treatment plan, measurable and achievable goals, assessing your progress and adjusting accordingly as necessary.

One of the most significant reasons I entered this profession, is that I am a firm believe that "a little compassion goes a long way". It only takes one person to help you see the light when you feel trapped in the darkness. I also believe in the importance of empowerment in order to rebuild self esteem, self worth, and self efficacy - and I am looking forward to working with you!

Professional experience

8yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma, Abuse Self esteem, Motivation Depression

Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Grief, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Codependency, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality Disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Smoking/Vaping Cessation, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing

Services offered

Video
Phone
Messaging

License information

NJ LPC 37PC00700100

Reviews

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Laura is very kind, patient, and understanding. Makes me feel very comfortable as I discuss things with her that I don’t tell anyone else about!

Written on Jan 04, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Compassionate, objective, caring, and intelligent. A real pleasure.

Written on Apr 09, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and anger management

Helps me navigate my thoughts

Written on Feb 21, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching

So far very professional and,resourceful

Written on Dec 08, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and adhd

Laura is great! She has been very helpful with my anxiety and PTSD. She has a way of understanding my issues and offers great coping skills as well as information I can use in between our sessions.

Written on Sep 30, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety

Laura is very professional, when I speak to her I feel comfort. She gives me good coping methods.

Written on Aug 31, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem