Work with Laurel Wood (MS, LCSW, LICSW) - BetterHelp Online Therapist

Laurel has helped me in so many ways this past year that I've lost count. I started BetterHelp to deal with grieving the loss of my sibling and in turn I've gained so much insight about myself and how I can work on how I go about things going forward. For years I've searched for a therapist and with my new work schedule, it's really hard to make in-person appointments happen so BetterHelp seemed like the way to go and boy was it one of the best decisions I ever made. I've always had a hard time retaining therapists and I really sincerely feel I hit the jackpot with Laurel. We cover everything and anything from serious mental illness topics to work-related business and moves I should make going forward in my career, to just gossiping about all the things that go on in my life and joking around about the mundane things. She is so easy to talk to and provides stellar feedback and communication and helps me with my own communication styles. I truly believe I wouldn't be where I am today in terms of my own confidence and healing journey if I wasn't able to talk to Laurel every week. She's been such a highlight for my weeks and I always look forward to catching up with her and just blurting about everything going on in my life, talking about these things out loud really does make all the difference. When that doesn't work, the worksheets she provides are also really helpful in breaking down concepts that I need to work on. 100/10 for Laurel.

Written on May 30, 2023 after therapy with Laurel for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Very attentive and knowledgeable!

Written on May 25, 2023 after therapy with Laurel for 5 months on issues concerning family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and adhd

Since my first session with Laurel I knew that the fit was perfect. She listens and offers good advice in a variety of topics. I am mainly working on doing better with relationships. I will be seeking her advice in the future as I embark on another relationship.

Written on May 20, 2023 after therapy with Laurel for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues

Laurel is a thoughtful, patient, and insightful therapist who really helped me transform my outlook on relationships. Her kind manner made it easy to open up and hone in on the changes I needed to make. She taught me the importance of establishing boundaries in my friend and familial relationships. Her guidance has truly transformed my life. She's my therapist, but I also consider her a friend.

Written on Apr 14, 2023 after therapy with Laurel for 5 months

Laurel is like a true friend who listens to understand yet also gives constructive feedback for me to reflect on myself. We have built a great rapport over the past weeks and I think very highly of her.

Written on Mar 19, 2023 after therapy with Laurel for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coaching

Laurel is very good she listens and has great in put, I value her opinion.

Written on Mar 13, 2023 after therapy with Laurel for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders

I believe she is great

Written on Mar 08, 2023 after therapy with Laurel for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Laurel was amazing to work with. She is honest and only wants the best for each client

Written on Feb 26, 2023 after therapy with Laurel for 1 week on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

Laurel is a very compassionate and understanding. She listens to my problems and concerns and helps me work through them. She gives me reading material and worksheets as well, they are very helpful. She has been helping me work through some very difficult times and I would definitely recommend her!

Written on Oct 16, 2022 after therapy with Laurel for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

Laurel is a fabulous listener and she makes you feel heard. She is able to relate to you whether it’s a specific instance or a general topic. The session is more like a conversation rather than a lecture or a venting session. It’s always a safe feeling and an enjoyable one. Even if there’s no true “therapy” discussed, The conversations that you do have make you realize that your issues are situation at hand are being addressed and there is someone on the other end who has confidence in you to work through what you’re going through.

Written on Sep 15, 2022 after therapy with Laurel for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd

Laurel is great she listens and is very knowledgeable. Would recommend to friends.

Written on Aug 26, 2022 after therapy with Laurel for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue

Laurel has been such a kind, encouraging, and grounding counselor to me. I always look forward to our sessions, and she is always a bright spot in my week!

Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Laurel for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes

Laurel is extremely helpful and I look forward to our sessions. We have a really good rapport and she always guides our sessions in a way that's productive for me. I haven't been in therapy for a long time and she has made the transition comfortable and inviting. I both appreciate and recommend her services.

Written on Sep 28, 2021 after therapy with Laurel for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, and self esteem

She a fantastic

Written on Aug 24, 2021 after therapy with Laurel for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes

Laurel listens to me and truly cares. I can tell that this is not only a job for her, she really wants to help her clients. She is empathetic and understanding. I would recommend her to anyone.

Written on Jul 24, 2021 after therapy with Laurel for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes

Great person and listener. Strongly recommend for those going through major life changes.

Written on Mar 29, 2021 after therapy with Laurel for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and parenting issues

I appreciate Laurel’s follow up and through. It is something that other counselors weren’t diligent about and left to my own I will fall behind.

Written on Jan 08, 2021 after therapy with Laurel for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coaching

Hi Laurel! Thank you for being a great listener and for the advice you give. I always enjoy our sessions.

Written on Dec 19, 2020 after therapy with Laurel for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching

Laurel and I are still getting to know each other but so far she has been great

Written on Nov 16, 2020 after therapy with Laurel for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes

Laurel is so friendly, welcoming, and inviting. She listens carefully and makes the experience comfortable and open.

Written on Nov 10, 2020 after therapy with Laurel for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes

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