- Strengths focused
- Goal oriented
- Practical tools
About Laura
Laura Clarke is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Oregon. She brings four years of clinical work supporting people facing depression, relationship struggles, trauma, self-esteem concerns, eating issues, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Laura uses practical, collaborative sessions so people can set clear goals and try out new ways of coping.
She favors a straightforward, strengths-focused style. Sessions begin by mapping what matters most and what already helps. From there she and the person work together on small steps that fit real life. Laura adapts tools to each person’s pace and needs rather than following a single recipe.
Her clinical tools include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy among others. She blends these approaches to address emotional patterns, relationship dynamics, and everyday habits that get in the way. The work often involves noticing thoughts and feelings, trying new behavior, and practicing healthier ways to connect with others.
Laura has experience with a wide range of related concerns including abandonment and attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, chronic pain and illness, caregiver stress, body image, and issues tied to adoption or foster care. She also supports people navigating kink, blended family challenges, and commitment questions.
People can expect a calm, direct therapist who offers clear next steps and homework when it helps. The first meeting focuses on goals and history, and later sessions track progress and adjust plans as needed.
She favors a straightforward, strengths-focused style. Sessions begin by mapping what matters most and what already helps. From there she and the person work together on small steps that fit real life. Laura adapts tools to each person’s pace and needs rather than following a single recipe.
Her clinical tools include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy among others. She blends these approaches to address emotional patterns, relationship dynamics, and everyday habits that get in the way. The work often involves noticing thoughts and feelings, trying new behavior, and practicing healthier ways to connect with others.
Laura has experience with a wide range of related concerns including abandonment and attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, chronic pain and illness, caregiver stress, body image, and issues tied to adoption or foster care. She also supports people navigating kink, blended family challenges, and commitment questions.
People can expect a calm, direct therapist who offers clear next steps and homework when it helps. The first meeting focuses on goals and history, and later sessions track progress and adjust plans as needed.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
Oregon
Languages
English
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then choose actions that match their values. It can help with depression, anxiety, and coping with long-term health or life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and uses practical exercises to shift patterns that keep problems going. It is often used for mood, anxiety, and eating concerns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on emotions in close relationships and on changing interaction patterns to improve connection and intimacy.Picking the right approach is part of the process. Laura works collaboratively to figure out which methods fit a person’s goals, preferences, and day-to-day life. She may combine elements from different approaches to match what a person needs and will check in regularly to see what is helping.
The therapist’s biography notes teletherapy as an option, but confirm current session formats before booking so you know what will be offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when that suits a day. They also let people use tools like worksheets, in-session exercises, and shared screen work during sessions to practice skills between meetings.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Laura commonly help with?
She works with issues such as relationship and intimacy struggles, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem problems, eating concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
What is Laura's therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and strengths-based, focusing on practical steps and skills. Sessions typically map goals, try small experiments, and adjust plans over time.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Laura has four years of experience in mental health practice working with adults and teens on a range of emotional and relational concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and practices in Oregon.
Which languages and international arrangements are supported?
Sessions are offered in English, and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography mentions teletherapy; confirm current session formats directly before booking to make sure they match your needs.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.