Laura Bauder
Hi! My name is Laura. I am a licensed professional counselor and art therapist. My passion as a therapist is to be able to sit with people who want to make changes, and helping you get to the point where you are ready to try new things to help you through your journey. I specialize in drug and alcohol treatment, ADHD, trauma, and grief. I whole-heartedly believe you can make changes that will improve your life. Please reach out when you feel ready. I look forward to meeting you! *My alphabet soup (credentials)= ATR-BC (Board Certified Art Therapist), CAADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor), CCTP (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor)*
While all therapists are taught to hold back reactions and just listen, I approach the therapy space differently.
I'm currently available for new clients during the hours of 9am-4pm. All my evening spots are currently held for current clients.
First session
During your first session, we will get to know each other a little. I can tell you a little about me, answer questions you may have about me and/or therapy. Then I turn it over to you to get to know you better. I will ask you to tell me a bit about your family, what your household looked like growing up, what your household looks like now, if you have a partner, do you have friends and/or family who support you through your life. What do you hope therapy can offer you?
Strengths
Before all else, I'm a human too. Being human is my greatest weakness as well as my greatest strength. While all therapists are taught to hold back reactions and just listen, I approach the therapy space differently. I engage with you during your session and don't just say things like "oh okay... yes I see... Mmmhmmm..." Instead I may offer other perspectives. I may challenge some things that may be holding you back. And above all else, I'm here to support you and be your biggest cheerleader.
Ideal clients
I love working with adults who may not have explored therapy in the past, but who might be feeling curious or ready to make changes in their lives. I always like to remind people that therapy is a process, not an overnight fix. You might experience some positive rapid impacts that benefit you quickly, other people take a little longer to feel different/change.
Treatment methods
Grief Therapy
I'm no stranger to grief. I understand the unexpected ups and downs that come with losing a person, pet, job or opportunity. I also understand and offer support for disenfranchised grief such as losing a home, possessions, having a natural disaster take things we never expected to lose, or even grieving something that never came to be. Grief is a beast, but I'm here to walk beside you as you mourn your loss(es).
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Person-centered therapy is the heart of the work I do. This allows us to place you, your desires, your hopes, and your goals at the forefront of your care. Together we decide what treatment will look like, and I provide a safe, nonjudgemental experience for you to be able to focus on your outcomes. This style of therapy also means you get to talk about what is most important to you, and your therapist does not have an agenda to accomplish.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Woman
Top specialties
ADHD
Addiction
Grief
Other specialties
Anxiety
Chronic Illness
LGBTQ
Life Transitions
Spirituality
Substance Misuse
Trauma and PTSD
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
PennsylvaniaLicense PC014449
Accepted insurance
Geisinger - Commercial