Laura Dillabaugh

I help adults navigate relationships, life transitions, anxiety and grief with a warm and collaborative approach. I also do a lot of work with moms-to-be, new mothers, and those who’ve just added a second child to their family. Therapy with me is warm and conversational, with a mix of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - where we will restructure and reframe unhelpful or untrue thoughts that are holding you back), and practical goal-setting. We’ll explore what matters most to you - we will even laugh quite a bit. (Therapy doesn’t have to be heavy all the time!)

I believe therapy should be a space where you feel genuinely heard and supported, while also gaining insight and tools that help create meaningful change. I tailor my approach to each client rather than using a one-size-fits-all model, drawing from evidence-based strategies to help you better understand patterns, build healthier coping skills, and feel more confident navigating life’s challenges.

You can expect a warm, down-to-earth, and comfortable environment where you can show up as yourself. In our first session, we’ll talk about what brings you to therapy, what’s been working (and what hasn’t), and what you’d like to change. My style is supportive but also active and direct—I’m not a therapist who just smiles and nods. I’ll ask thoughtful questions, offer feedback and perspective, and work with you to identify practical goals for therapy. Most importantly, we’ll begin building a genuine relationship where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable being honest.