Laura Leadley

I'm Laura, an LMFT in Iowa with a background in Chicago and a straightforward approach: I'll tell you the truth in a supportive way, and we'll figure out together what actually helps. I work with individuals, couples, and families, and I have deep experience with addiction and recovery, including people with incarceration histories. I also have a special interest in working with adoptees and the unique challenges that experience can bring. If you want a therapist who is direct, warm, and genuinely in your corner, I’d love to work with you.

I am a very direct and challenging therapist. I "tell it like it is" in a non-aggressive manner. I believe in allowing the client to tell "their story" and see what we can glean from their personal experiences that can be useful in sessions. I support people regardless of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, legal status or any other population.

In our first session, I'll invite you to share your story and some background so I can understand where you're coming from. I'm an open book too, and I welcome questions about my approach and experience. We'll take the time to build a real foundation before diving into the work. You'll leave with a clear sense of who I am and a picture of how we might move forward together.