I'm an LMHC specializing in women’s mental health, though I work with individuals of all backgrounds, genders, and identities. With 15+ years in biotech/research, and experience as a Reiki Master, Polarity Practitioner, and licensed Massage Therapist, I blend science with holistic approaches to help clients manage stress, anxiety, depression, and recover from trauma. I believe mental health challenges often stem from external pressures, not personal fault. I create a safe space to uncover root causes, replace self-criticism with compassion, and turn evidence-based insights into a flexible path for sustainable growth. *Note: I work with adults, which means adult language may be used as part of open and honest dialogue.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Our sessions focus on connecting past influences with present challenges, so we can strengthen the voices that move us forward and address those that hold us back. In a non-judgmental space grounded in safety and curiosity, we’ll explore the deeper aspects of your story, uncovering how your experiences have shaped your nervous system and stress responses. This understanding will help you better manage your symptoms. With simple techniques and small steps, we’ll develop personalized coping strategies, reframe negative self-talk, and build self-compassion, equipping you with the tools to navigate future challenges with greater ease.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I provide a pathway to emotional relief and deeper self-understanding, helping clients overcome the barriers that block meaningful change and life satisfaction. By offering tools and insights to better manage our thoughts and emotional responses, I help clients alleviate the burden of unrealistic expectations and emotional exhaustion. I help clients see how generational patterns, societal influences, and family history shape their mental health challenges, reducing self-blame and empowering clients to build self-acceptance and a kinder inner voice. This helps clients regain balance and approach life with renewed clarity and resilience.

About Laura Appleton