I am a licensed clinical social worker in South Dakota and Arizona with over 10 years of professional work experience. During that time, I've had the privilege of helping clients work through daily challenges such stress, anxiety, eating disorders, assertiveness, self esteem, confidence, life transitions, relational stressors, trauma, and depression.
I believe you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming whatever challenge(s) you may be facing. Together, we'll work on filling your toolbox with skills to assist you in achieving your goals. I am here to provide a safe, open, judgement free, and confidential space. We will go at your pace and address the challenge(s) that are most important to you.
Everyone is unique and has their own unique story. It would be an honor to work with you as you navigate yours. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support, listen and assist you in that process.
Just as stained glass windows get their beauty from putting together broken and reshaped pieces, I believe you can create something beautiful in your life. We'll work together reshaping, creating new, removing what no longer fits, and putting back the pieces you want in the next part of your journey.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Co-morbidity, Communication problems, Control issues, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Family of Origin Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Intellectual Disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
SD CSW-PIP 1890
AZ LCSW LCSW-21998
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Laura VanSteenwyk. 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.
First session went great, absolutely looking forward to more and continuing this journey of mental health !
Written on Apr 11, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
It's easy to write a fluff review about a therapist, but I've seen over 10 in the last 5 years and pretty quickly discontinued therapy with them because of a variety of problems mostly revolving around me feeling pressured by my therapists, and the impression I got that they weren't interested in helping me in any practical ways. I can say that Laura is the first therapist I've had who doesn't pressure me, and she meets the handful of requests that I've always put forth to my therapists. She's accommodating and considerate, and I've made more progress with her that I have with any other therapist. I'm excited to say that once I'm finished with my work with Laura, I doubt I'll be looking for a new therapist ever again. It took a while but I am very glad I found Laura.
Written on Apr 11, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is an amazing counselor
Written on Mar 28, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
After only a couple visits with Laura, it is evident that she truly cares about the things that I am trying to work on. She has a way of putting things into perspective that allows me to understand my “issues” better. She is personable, helpful and so intelligent! I look forward to continuing my sessions with her.
Written on Jan 31, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
One of the most kindest people ever! She’s super welcoming, understanding, caring, & is a great listener! Definitely makes me feel super comfortable during sessions, I can tell her anything & she wont judge. Best therapist ever :))
Written on Oct 10, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Laura is a thoughtful listener and is very easy to talk to.Highly recommend
Written on Aug 08, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd