As a licensed therapist serving Pennsylvania, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients address depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and personal growth. I bring a compassionate, culturally responsive approach to therapy, with deep expertise in supporting women, multicultural communities, and individuals experiencing workplace stress, social anxiety, and life transitions.
My therapeutic work focuses on empowering clients to develop self-love, improve communication, overcome isolation, and rediscover their sense of purpose. I understand the intricate dynamics of blended families and the unique challenges of codependency. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I create a warm, affirming space where clients can explore their experiences, heal from past wounds, and build resilience.
My commitment is to walk alongside you with genuine understanding, respect, and professional guidance as you navigate your personal journey of healing and transformation.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, ADHD, Blended family issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
FL LMHC MH25756
PA LPC PC010820
NJ LPC 37PC01103300
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Laverne Hoffler-Duckworth. 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.
She has been a great help I look forward to working with her.
Written on Sep 03, 2025 after therapy with Laverne for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She AWESOME. This is Carmen Cherry Randall
Written on Oct 06, 2022 after therapy with Laverne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and anger management
Laverne is amazing. She listens without judgement and challenges me to reach my goals.
Written on Oct 03, 2022 after therapy with Laverne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
VERY HELPFUL,ATTENTIVE,UNDERSTANDING & STRAIGHT FORWARD.ALTHOUGH I DIDN’T HAVE THE ABILITY TO PERSONALLY MEET LAVERNE SHE GAVE ME GOOD ENERGY AND REASSURANCE THAT I AM AS MEANINGFUL AS ANY PARTNER OR POTENTIAL IN MY FUTURE EVEN IF IT BE A EX.. THANK YOU FOR THE EXPERIENCE & GREAT ADVICE.
Written on Sep 23, 2022 after therapy with Laverne for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I'm one month into my therapy session and I'm so happy that I'm doing this for myself. Mrs Hoffler-Duckworth had been great.
Written on Oct 06, 2021 after therapy with Laverne for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Laverne is such a great counselor. She listens to me and she always reassures me that what I feel is normal. She always encourages me.
Written on Feb 04, 2021 after therapy with Laverne for 2 weeks on issues concerning self esteem