Hello! I am Dr. Vanessa R. Laurent, a licensed psychologist in Connecticut and Rhode Island. I have provided therapeutic services for over 10 years. I employ a multimodal approach to therapy, but would primarily characterize me as a cognitive behavioral therapist, with specific training in family intervention, behavioral modification, and trauma-informed care. I have also received training in the following treatment modalities: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Behavior Activation (BA), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Exposure and Response (ERP), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Client-centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Interpersonal Therapy.
My extensive experience has seen me work with a diverse range of patients. My patients have been racially and ethnically diverse, patients’ ages range from toddlers to older adults, from a broad spectrum of socioeconomic statuses; and present with concerns ranging from typical developmental problems (e.g., adjustment concerns, family and peer-related conflict, treatment adherence) to more severe concerns (e.g., PTSD, psychosis, depression, suicidality, complex medical conditions). Thus, I have been able to work effectively with a range of patients and adapt my style according to individual needs and personalities.
I look forward to working with you on your journey to bettering yourself.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coaching, ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fertility Issues, Forgiveness, Immigration Issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Money and financial issues, Multicultural Concerns, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
CT Psychologist 3919
RI Psychologist PS01675
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Dr. Laurent is amazing and she's a great listener. She gives great advice.
Written on Dec 12, 2021 after therapy with Vanessa for 3 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Dr. Laurent is incredibly knowledgeable. I appreciate how she listens and validates my feelings, but also is not afraid to challenge me about my negative behaviors and thoughts
Written on Dec 09, 2021 after therapy with Vanessa for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd