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Hello there! I'm a licensed therapist (MFT) for over 10 years, and have a warm, engaging and growth oriented approach. I've helped clients who are immersed in DEPRESSION and ANXIETY as well as those in a higher functioning place that simply need help navigating a specific struggle with guided support .** I use approaches like DBT( Dialectical Behavior Therapy)mixed with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness strategies. I'm trained in Psychodynamic theory as well, and see the importance of knowing why you get stuck along with the need for concrete strategies to move forward.* I have extensive experience in treating all types of Depression as well as Generalized Anxiety, PTSD, Social Anxiety, ADHD, difficulty with Anger Management and Emotional Regulation.
* I often help clients transform a harsh inner-critic into self acceptance, newfound confidence and increased capacity for joy. My goal is for you to gain strategies and insight that allow you to feel fully expressed, alive and authentic. I have specialized experience helping clients release the old stories and beliefs that keep them stuck in the status quo. By shining a light on what these are and where they come from, new possibilities and increased freedom of choice appear. I'll help you get unstuck , take small steps towards your goals and create momentum in the process!
*I've also worked extensively to help clients improve all aspects of relationships, with a big focus on communication and learning how to say what you mean, ask for what you want and better hear the other person as well. Whether it's at work, with a partner or a child, you can learn how to bring up difficult topics with more ease and confidence.
*As a therapist, I balance listening, supporting and giving you concrete strategies that are unique to your personality and situation. I'll challenge you with empathy and kindness when necessary and encourage you to move through fear and hesitation in order to move forward. I love helping clients explore the idea that life is happening FOR them and not TO them, which leads to feelings of empowerment vs victimization.
* My clients come away with the skill of using what life brings as a lesson to be learned. Once the lesson is learned, the need for the situation to repeat is gone. This is freeing and leads to a trust in all that life brings us. When appropriate, I also incorporate guided visualization, mindfulness meditation and body awareness into the sessions. These can be powerful ways to bring clarity and unexpected answers to the most difficult things you face. I live in CA with my husband, 2 daughters, 2 dogs and a cat. I love hiking, painting and teach hip hop dance which I love! Being a parent gives me personal as well as professional experience that I utilize when helping clients deal with the inevitable challenges of being part of a family.
Additional areas of focus:Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Fertility Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Narcissism, Postpartum Depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Laurie Nelson. 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.
Won’t utilize the scheduling on line option and quit me before I could even make an appointment!
Written on Aug 30, 2022 after therapy with Laurie for 5 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and parenting issues
Laurie is a good listener and asks poignant questions. She encourages self reflection and responds promptly. I have benefitted greatly from our sessions.
Written on Jul 31, 2022 after therapy with Laurie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Laurie has helped me be more true to myself. I've noticed a considerable shift in thought after speaking with her for about year and a half, and I genuinely believe that speaking with her has been the catalyst for most of the positive changes in my thinking and in my life.
Written on Oct 07, 2021 after therapy with Laurie for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very helpful. Gives great advice. Listens and doesn’t just respond but actively gives advice and makes you feel comfortable for talking about anything.
Written on Aug 31, 2021 after therapy with Laurie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
I recently started therapy with Laurie Nelson, and she has already had a positive impact on my mental health and overall well being. She offers supportive listening and understanding. She gives feedback and advice in the most gentle way while still keeping it real and honest. I feel understood and accepted which is something I really needed in a new therapist. I appreciate my sessions with her, and I look forward to working with her in the future.
Written on May 06, 2021 after therapy with Laurie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, and self esteem
I’m happy to be back and grateful that Laurie is still my therapist .
Written on Apr 11, 2021 after therapy with Laurie for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Laurie has really helped me navigate some very difficult and painful challenges. Her work is incredible.
Written on Dec 30, 2020 after therapy with Laurie for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Laurie has been a tremendous help that has helped me working through many big life challenges including a break up and a reconciliation. She has guided me to better self awareness and to a healthier/happier relationship. She’s a great counselor!
Written on Nov 16, 2020 after therapy with Laurie for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, and relationship issues
Laurie has been such an incredible help, validating my feelings, giving me new ways to explore feelings and just being so understanding. I couldn’t recommend someone more, thank you Laurie!
Written on Aug 17, 2020 after therapy with Laurie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Laurie is a great counselor and motivator to get to where you want to be. I've only had two sessions so far but she has helped me see a new perspective, and sometimes thats all you need. She has led me to great advice towards interacting with other people or significant others, as well as respecting myself and figuring out what i really want. Thanks Laurie!
Written on Aug 13, 2020 after therapy with Laurie for 2 weeks
Laurie is a great listener, offers support, guidance, and second opinions when I ask for them. She is also very quick to respond to any messages I send between sessions!
In between sessions, I've been working to do a lot of internal digging when I start to feel anxious and tend to brain-dump or write out my experiences in long-form through the messaging portion of the app. Laurie responds in equal measure, and I find this particularly helpful to receive feedback and more areas to dig in and work, without the advice being relegated to our weekly sessions. This has been incredibly helpful and I'm extremely grateful. I can already feel my patterns of thinking and feeling changing for the better!
Written on May 14, 2020 after therapy with Laurie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Laurie is awesome to talk to! She genuinely listens and tried to help me through my problems to the best of her abilities. 2 months working with Laurie and I already see results in my day to day! I am very thankful for her help!
Written on Oct 21, 2019 after therapy with Laurie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Laurie is an empathetic and motivational person. I feel like I can just be honest with and go to her for support. She is super client-centered and will be your biggest advocate. In just two sessions she has been a great listening ear but more importantly has provided me with fresh perspectives and real-life exercises to help with my confidence and anxiety. She is warm, understanding, and experienced. I would definitely recommend!
Written on Aug 20, 2019 after therapy with Laurie for 6 days on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Laurie is an incredible therapist and has helped me through so much - job changes, moving to a different country, relationship issues, personal development - to name a few. She is a great listener and actively cares about you as a person. I have implemented many of the techniques she has guided me through and I am such a stronger person for it! Can't recommend Laurie enough.
Written on Jun 27, 2019 after therapy with Laurie for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Laurie knows how to read what’s is happening and has experience and expertise with the subjects we are dealing and working through and with. She is not belittling nor just going through the motions of a session even when I am redundant with my sessions. She acknowledges and repeats back what has been said or what issues I might not see or hear in my communications. And she is encouraging and thoughtful in her addressing of my concerns and my disclosures.
I am grateful for my counselor and her work with me and her knowledge and our kismet. I am truly thankful for this service and our professional client relationship. I am better for it, and more aware of myself.
Written on Mar 15, 2019 after therapy with Laurie for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Laurie is a special counselor, easily connected and so insightful.
Written on Feb 21, 2019 after therapy with Laurie for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem
Laurie is extremely caring and compassionate, and is definitely a person who is constantly on your side to try and soothe what's getting to you.
Written on Oct 05, 2018 after therapy with Laurie for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Laurie helped me get through a tough time in my life. With her I was able to figure out what I wanted and needed in my life. Her counseling techniques guided me to finding the answers within myself. Without her I don't know how long, or if at all, it would have have taken me to be able to move on.
Written on Jul 11, 2018 after therapy with Laurie for 6 months
I love Laurie, she has helped get through my traumas and provides me techniques to cope with everyday stress. She cares about my issues, and she is the best therapist I've had and believe me I've had a lot. I don't have enough words to describe how amazing she is.
Written on Mar 29, 2018 after therapy with Laurie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, family, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger, career, and bipolar
One session and I feel so amazing! I know I will make progress with her assurance!
Written on Feb 07, 2018 after therapy with Laurie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, family, intimacy-related, and self esteem
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