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Laura Kinney, LISW, LMHP
Stress, Anxiety
Relationships
Trauma, Abuse
Depression
Coping with life changes
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Messaging
About me
My name is Laura Kinney. These are trying times. You deserve support; it's never been a better time to reach out. You CAN heal!
*note - I am working exclusively by messaging and live chat. If you’re seeking phone/video, simply do a search for counselors on here who list this as their options :) *
I work with mood disorders and trauma. I work frequently with survivors of trauma, people struggling with codependency, childhood emotional abuse/neglect, and/or narcissistic abuse.
I believe anxiety and depression (and emotions in general) are messengers, showing us where we have not yet come in contact with our authentic self, where we have trauma, where we have old wounds, and where our current day to day lives are out of balance.
Mine is an eclectic approach that involves examining early life and family patterns and how they lead to our current functioning. Healing from trauma. Going forward with courage. I believe we can prune the tree all we want, but I am more of a roots worker.
Are you ready to shift?
This is a side by side journey, and taking this step is a powerful one. Let's talk today.
Professional experience
8yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety
Relationships
Trauma, Abuse
Depression
Coping with life changes
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Grief, Parenting issues, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Codependency, Divorce and separation, Family of Origin Issues, Guilt and shame, Narcissism, Self-love, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Imago Relationship Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
License information
IA LISW 075852
NE LMHP 4524
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Laura Kinney. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Laura was a really perceptive counsellor - and within a matter of the first week she helped me have some really deep realisations. She was very kind at the times I was struggling with feelings of shame and gently helped me gain some really helpful insights about what I was experiencing and why. I also really appreciated the very human way she allowed me to explore my emotions and think differently about how I was interpreting them. She is clearly knowledgeable and experienced, and knew how to read between the lines. I really appreciated her clear but gentle approach. We did text chat based counselling, which I was a little apprehensive of at first, but it worked well and gave me the chance to say some things I might have struggled with face to face. I would really recommend Laura to a friend!
Written on Nov 16, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 4 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Laura is kind, compassionate, resourceful and more importantly, extremely objective. I was going through the most difficult emotional and mental periods of my life, and Laura was able to guide me through it with tremendous patience. I can't thank her enough for giving me a deeper understanding of myself, and helping me solve my current mental health issues.
Written on May 17, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I have worked with therapists in the past and always felt like it took a long time to really get to the heart of my concerns. Laura tuned into my needs on the first visit and we covered more ground than I might have in a month somewhere else!
Written on May 06, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Laura is friendly and courteous. But also knowledgable, you don't get judged with her. And she allows you to discuss your emotions.
When you talk with her, you feel you are talking to an old friend.
Written on Apr 23, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Laura is very lovely and kind. She is understanding and listens to your struggles and needs without judgement. She offers a variety of ways to explore and deal with your past, tailoring the sessions to the person's needs. I love the way she gave me a new perspective on my current situation and offered me new ways of support in my journey to better my mental health.
Written on Apr 22, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Laura is so understanding and sweet. She is incredibly kind and compassionate and gives an array of ways to cope with and overcome your struggles.
Written on Apr 11, 2020 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse