I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience working with individuals at various stages of life. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, managing family conflicts, parenting issues, & anger management/developing calming strategies. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I will use a client centered approach in this process, which places the client in the driver seat of the journey. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Professional experience
20 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Family conflicts Parenting issues Anger management Depression
Additional areas of focus:Coping with addictions, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Coping with grief and loss, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Postpartum depression, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Young adult issues
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Laura is steadfast, intelligent, compassionate, and offers sound recommendations to better my life. I wholeheartedly give her a glowing review!
Written on Sep 03, 2026 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and anger management
Laura is the best
Written on Aug 29, 2026 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Laura is a caring and insightful therapist. I feel comfortable speaking with her and she definitely has helped me over the last year. Highly recommend her.
Written on Jul 05, 2026 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Laura is an amazing therapist who has truly made a positive impact on my life. She is caring, compassionate, wise, and incredibly understanding. From the very beginning, she created a safe and supportive environment where I felt heard and respected.
Working with Laura has helped me grow not only in confidence, but also in my integrity and self-awareness. She has guided me through difficult moments with patience and insight, and I am a better person because of her support. I’m deeply grateful for everything she has done for me and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a therapist who genuinely cares.
Written on May 22, 2026 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
Laura is excellent, I just need someone weekly to straighten out issues. I highly recommend her.
Written on Jan 03, 2026 after therapy with Laura for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and eating disorders
I appreciate how patient she is with me, and is so kind in her responses. I am typically very inconsistent, but no matter what she is there to help!
Written on Sep 17, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I have only had one session so far and really felt like she listened and gave good advice that was very tailored to my situation. I appreciate her giving me her full attention and expertise. I have another session booked and hope to continue learning with Laura !
Written on Aug 10, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, and self esteem
She's always so kind and gentle and polite. Seems like she understands my concerns fully and does her best to address them in a constructive way every time we communicate.
Written on Jul 21, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Shes awesome. I would recommend this heart warming lady to anyone in need of a therapist.
Written on Jul 21, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, and self esteem
Thoughtful and nonjudgemental. Practical advice.
Written on Jun 02, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, and coaching
I feel a great comfort with Laura. It is easy to open up to her as her presence is welcoming and warming, I am always excited to learn more about myself and what I am going through as she points out aspects of myself I have shied away from.
Written on Jun 02, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Laura is great at finding the root cause for the problem you’re dealing with and provides a plan to get you to a better place.
Written on May 28, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
I am so happy that I found Laura. She’s a wonderful therapist and I really enjoy talking with her. Although I’ve only met with her twice, I already feel better about things.
Written on Jan 30, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
Laura is a wonderful person, she has listened ( like actually made me feel heard) and gave me suggestions. I feel like if I needed to be called out she would(nicely of course) she is just real. I appreciate her.
Written on Jan 27, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and adhd
Laura listens and gives great advice. She gives good coping mechanisms and is easy to talk to. Highly recommended!
Written on Jan 09, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She has been great! She listens and shows care, compassion and concern for your well being and situation. She has been respectful, helpful and supportive. Super grateful to be able to work with her.
Written on Nov 26, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Easy to feel comfortable with and is very engaged. Very professional. Only a couple sessions in with her and feel more comfortable with her than past therapists.
Written on Nov 13, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Laura is the best therapist out there! She is very attentive, understanding and caring. She's also such a great listener. She has helped me immensely with unresolved childhood trauma. Each day I improve because of her help. I'm grateful to have her as a therapist.
Written on Nov 13, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Our therapy sessions have been massively impactful in my life- they’ve been transformative and inspirational. I can’t thank or recommend Mrs. Richardson enough. 10/10.
Written on Oct 28, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
Laura has been great, she is knowledgeable and provides advice and guidance that has helped me in my journey.
Written on Oct 21, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and self esteem
I’ve had four therapy sessions with Laura, and I feel very comfortable talking to her. She’s easy to open up to, listens to my concerns, and is open-minded, which makes it easy to talk about anything. I would definitely recommend her. She’s knowledgeable and helps identify possible issues clearly. Thank you! I’ll definitely continue therapy with her.
Written on Oct 16, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very professional and attentive , expert advice in the crazy life I have had
Written on Oct 14, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have tried therapy in the paqst and didn't feel I got anything out of it. Laura is amazing and I am glad to be working with her. She listens and gives me what I need.
Written on Jul 29, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She’s the best
Written on Jul 20, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and self esteem
Laura helped me reshape my perspective when I was at an all time low. She would break negative thought patterns and have me focus on what I can control, and with that I was able to see the power and ability I have in changing my own life. I can’t thank Laura enough!
Written on Sep 01, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, anger management, and compassion fatigue
I have been working with Laura for a few months now. During my first session I knew right away that she was the right fit - I felt that she 'got' me, and that I was incredibly comfortable and at ease discussing things with her. I like how she challenges me to see the other side...and to really dig deep with my emotions. I am glad I was paired with Laura and I appreciate all of her feedback and insights. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Written on Mar 07, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, and anger management
I have never felt more comfortable talking to someone. She understands and listened to me and my challenges and gives me the tools to use to better myself, and those around me. If I gave Laura a theme song to life it would best be "Don't worry be Happy!" THANK YOU LAURA!!!
Written on Feb 07, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, and coping with life changes
Great therapist
Written on Feb 03, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Laura is great! She is patient and gets to understanding you . She will find ways to help and support you in many ways. She makes a difference!
Written on Jan 27, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
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