Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 104 ratings

Laura Shires

LPC, 8 years of experience

Warm
Solution oriented
Empowering
Virtual
Next available on

Do you find yourself wishing for better days? Have you lost interest in the things that once brought you joy? Are your basic responsibilities weighing you down? Life doesn't have to be about exhaustion and overwhelm day in and day out. We can work together to improve your current circumstances. I love listening to my client's stories and helping them put the pieces together. At times we may mix conversation with psychoeducation in coping skills, mindfulness, and meditation. Bravely sharing your story in counseling allows you a rare opportunity to be heard without judgment. This is a priceless opportunity to process your experience. Together we can develop the coping skills necessary to diminish the impact of mental health conditions such as anxiety, trauma, or depression while giving you the ability to adapt more readily to life's curveballs. Whatever you are facing, I am here to help. Seeking therapy is a brave new start, and I will be here to help you enhance your life one step at a time.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

I specialize in actively listening to your unique story. Together we process current experiences, old wounds, and current available options. At times we attempt to rewrite the narrative of your story. We may reframe maladaptive thoughts with new healthier ways of seeing things. We may also dig further into your core beliefs and attempt to identify and replace any limiting beliefs. Depending upon your interests you may learn progressive relaxation techniques, coping skills, boundary setting, or soft skills to improve your relationships.

The treatment methods and tools I utilize

I counsel individuals of all ages in an eclectic, evidenced based approach to treatment. I prefer to utilize cognitive behavior therapy, narrative therapy, psychoeducation, meditation, mindfulness, and yoga during treatment.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

So many of us attempt to struggle alone. We know there has to be a better way, but how do we find our path when it feels like we are wading through quicksand? Do you pretend everything is fine while suffering in secret? Perhaps the struggle is becoming less and less secret? Anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems all have a way of seeping into the rest of our lives and poisoning our potential on the job and within our relationships. I believe that you have the power to take a deep dive into the topics you normally wouldn't even acknowledge aloud. I believe that you can create a new normal, no matter how devastating the past. I believe in your innate power to be the author of your story.

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 104 ratings

5 ratings with written reviews

July 22, 2025

Laura is a fantastic therapist that listens intently with an open mind, free from judgement and responds with helpful input that helps you yourself address the issues you're facing, whether it be family, self improvement, or work life balance. I have benefitted immensely from our sessions and have grown into a better version of myself that feels capable of tackling issues that once riddled me with fear & anxiety. Laura has a very warm vibe and makes it easy to open up, even with difficult topics

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 26 with Laura

June 5, 2025

Laura has been an absolutely wonderful therapist. She has helped me open up and talk about my situations and reasonings, as well as come up with different possible solutions and to work through the things I need to work through. Laura has a very soothing voice; she's down to earth, and I enjoy our conversations. She's been a tremendous help. I definitely recommend her.

Verified client, age 55-64

Review shared after session 9 with Laura

April 28, 2025

Spending time with Laura, I find very calming. She gives me things to remember to focus on while in between sessions and I need that. I feel in so much more control of my emotions since she has been my therapist.

Verified client, age 55-64

Review shared after session 8 with Laura

About Laura Shires

Laura Shires offers therapy covered by UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid in Texas.

Address

114 Nacogdoches St, Center, TX 75935, Suite B

Appointments

Virtual & in-person