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Dr. Laura Smith

Therapist(she/her/hers)
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello, My name is Laura Smith, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in working with adults who experience PTSD, grief/loss, anxiety, and depression. I have worked with diverse populations that include foster care, supportive housing, and youth diversion.

My approach to therapy

I have experience in different modalities of therapy, however I prefer to use a client-centered and strength-based approach with my clients. The therapeutic approach is to work alongside the client to help them create and achieve goals beneficial to their well-being.

What you can expect from me

Congratulations! You have taken the first step to making the best improvements for yourself. I am here to provide a safe non-judgemental space for you. I will always start where you are. Therapy will always be centered around what aides you. I will always check in with you to see what is working for you or what may not be working. This experience is about you and we will work together the best way possible to meet your goals.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Wurzweiler School of Social Work | Yeshiva University, Other at New York University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Pennsylvania, New York)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Stress management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Strength-Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English