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Laurie Goldey

Therapist
13 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I'm Laurie Goldey, a licensed psychotherapist who can help you navigate life's transitions with greater clarity, confidence, and self-compassion. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply longing for something more, therapy can be a powerful space to reconnect with yourself and create meaningful change.

My approach blends mindfulness, insight-oriented therapy, and practical tools to help you understand the patterns that may be holding you back. Together, we'll explore your relationships, emotions, beliefs, and life experiences with curiosity and compassion—not judgment.

Many of my clients come to therapy during periods of transition: relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, caregiving stress, empty nesting, life reinvention, or the feeling that they've spent years taking care of everyone else and are ready to focus on themselves.

I believe healing doesn't come from fixing what's wrong with you—it comes from deepening your awareness, strengthening your self-trust, and learning how to live more authentically. My goal is to help you cultivate emotional resilience, healthier relationships, and a greater sense of joy, purpose, and connection.

If you're ready to better understand yourself, move through life's challenges with more confidence, and create a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are, I'd be honored to support you on that journey.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy begins with awareness. When we slow down and become more mindful of our thoughts, emotions, patterns, and relationships, we create the foundation for meaningful and lasting change.

I believe therapy is more than symptom relief—it's an opportunity to better understand yourself, strengthen your relationships, and create a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are. Together, we'll explore the challenges you're facing with curiosity, compassion, and practical tools that support real-world change.

Drawing from mindfulness-based practices, DBT, psychodynamic therapy, and attachment-informed approaches, I help clients develop greater emotional resilience, self-trust, and the ability to navigate life's transitions with confidence and grace.

With a Master's degree in Counseling and Psychology and more than a decade of clinical experience, I offer a warm, collaborative, and supportive space where you can feel seen, understood, and empowered. Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply seeking a deeper connection with yourself, my goal is to help you move beyond surviving and toward living with greater clarity, purpose, joy, and authenticity.

What you can expect from me

Our first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and begin understanding what brings you to therapy. We'll explore the challenges you're facing, what you're hoping will be different, and what feels most important to focus on right now.

I'll invite you to share your story, your strengths, your relationships, and any patterns or experiences that may be contributing to your current struggles. Just as importantly, we'll explore what is already working in your life and the resources you bring with you.

My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel comfortable being yourself—without judgment or pressure. Together, we'll begin identifying meaningful goals and developing a personalized approach that supports your healing, growth, and the life you want to create.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Solution Oriented, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    13 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at California State University, Northridge
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Positive Psychology, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychoanalytic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English