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Laura DeSilva

Therapist(She/her)
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

  • As a licensed mental health counselor, I help adults who feel stuck in anxiety, depression, or past trauma reclaim momentum in their lives. Together, we work on shifting how you relate to difficult emotions, building practical skills to navigate discomfort, face challenges head-on, and move toward the life you want. I also specialize in EMDR therapy to help you reprocess trauma and break free from old patterns while staying safe and connected in the present.

My approach to therapy

I practice person-centered therapy because I believe everyone is the expert in their own experience. By combining reflective conversation with mindfulness and somatic techniques, I help you gain clarity, stay grounded, and process life's challenges. Above all, I strive to offer a therapeutic space where you feel safe, supported, and empowered.

What you can expect from me

In our first few sessions, my focus is on getting to know you and building a foundation of trust. I believe that healing happens in the relationship we build together. I want you to feel like you’re sitting with a real person. Someone who sees you, understands you, and shows up with radical genuineness. That authenticity is at the heart of my practice.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Hispanic, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Challenging, Energetic, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at Johns Hopkins Univerity
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, Stress management, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Strength-Based, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English