Welcome to my page! My official business name is RISE Mind & Body, LLC but you will know me as Laura McLaughlin here. I have my bachelors in social psychology from Augsburg college in Minneapolis, MN and a masters in counseling psychology from Regent University in Virginia Beach, VA. I have been a caring professional with a background in counseling since 2005. My roles as a helper began with youth addiction counseling, child & family therapy, and with attachment and trauma therapy. My current specialties include eating disorders utilizing the intuitive eating approach and internal family systems.
Many people who suffer from their negative self talk have issues that stem from trauma in relationships. It is very common and understandable that many people have issues with alcohol, depression, sleep disturbance, and anxiety that stem from trauma. The process of unpacking these traumas and learning how to self soothe in a compassionate way is important for individuals to resolve their negative coping patterns. I personally suffered The unfortunate experience of domestic violence domestic violence and emotional narcissistic abuse which led me to have a restrictive binge eating disorder and have recovered through therapy. I believe I can empathize with my clients and their struggles and understand where they are coming from. As the child of a divorced family I also understand the attachment traumas from childhood that occur can lead us to feel like there are empty places that need to be filled by codependent behavior. In my work with individuals, children, and family over the years have seen that we all have trauma. We in fact face new traumas while still processing old ones. The goal is not to be done, or to forget, but to learn how to cope, be satisfied with life, and form healthy attachments that give us a feeling of belonging and meaning. I look forward to the opportunity to walk with you in your journey of healing and finding peace.
Additional areas of focus: Eating disorders, Attachment issues, Codependency, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Family Problems, Mood disorders , Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TX LPC 84541
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She listens. That's the most important thing
Written on Apr 11, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Laura is so insightful and an amazing therapist! I’ve made a lot progress in such a short time working with her, and I highly recommend her services.
Written on Nov 14, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Laura has been great to work with so far! We have just started on this journey and she is very responsive to questions. I also use the journal feature which is great! She responds with different thoughts and insights that we will be able to discuss in our sessions. Thank you!
Written on Oct 28, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Amazing therapist I love the way she thinks and were ig goes at end of the session I've been changing my ways for the best because of her I highly recommend her.
Written on Jul 16, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Laura is the best therapist I personally have ever had the privilege of treating me
Written on Mar 22, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
She’s been amazing so far!
Written on Feb 27, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder