Laura Herp

Laura Herp is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience helping people cope with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, and depression. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Laura frames therapy as a practical process and supports people who want a more fulfilling life.

She listens first to understand the problem and what matters most to the person seeking help. Then she works with them to shape a simple, realistic plan. Sessions focus on clear steps people can use between appointments to manage difficult feelings and make steady changes.

Laura uses mindfulness-based techniques to help people notice thoughts and body signals without getting swept away. She also draws on Internal Family Systems ideas to help people understand different inner parts that drive behavior. These methods are used to address a range of concerns from anger and grief to relationship strain and addiction struggles.

Her practice emphasizes collaboration. She tailors conversations and plans to each person’s life, goals, and pace. Laura supports people through transitions like career change, parenting stress, and recovery from trauma.

People who choose her often want straight talk, practical tools, and steady support while they build new habits. She encourages small, sustainable changes that add up over time.

How mindfulness and parts work apply online

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention skills to notice thoughts, emotions, and body sensations. It helps people pause before reacting, which can be useful for anger, anxiety, or cravings. Internal Family Systems treats thoughts and feelings as parts of a person that have roles and needs; the goal is to understand those parts and reduce internal conflict.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will listen to your concerns and try different methods to see what fits. This is a collaborative process where goals and techniques are adjusted to match your needs and preferences.

Confirm session formats before booking since the profile does not list specific online options. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy around busy days, make it easier to keep regular appointments, or allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for scheduling, focus, and comfort so sessions can be arranged to suit everyday life.