At a glance
- Credentials
- LCSW
- License
- LCSW, California / 105534
- NPI
- 1689362659
- Experience
- 10 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- California
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivation-focused care
- CBT and DBT skills
- Attachment-informed
About Laura
Laura Pennelle is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. She draws on a decade of experience to offer steady support when things feel overwhelming. Her approach is straightforward and respectful, aimed at helping people take the next small steps forward.
She uses a mix of methods to match each person's needs. That can include Motivational Interviewing to strengthen personal motivation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and Attachment-Based ideas to look at how early relationships shape current patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills and client-centered listening are also part of her toolbox when helpful.
In sessions she aims to listen first and adapt the conversation to what matters most to the client. She focuses on practical strategies that can be tried between meetings, such as new ways to handle stress or improve communication. The work is collaborative and paced to what feels doable for each person.
Laura holds an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - in California and has worked in the field for 10 years. She offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. To begin, people are asked to use the platform's Start Therapy flow and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.
Costs vary by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. If someone wants clarity on session formats, they should confirm the current options before booking.
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How these approaches work for online therapy
Motivational Interviewing focuses on building a person's own reasons and confidence for change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to help someone move toward goals they value. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors with simple exercises and between-session practice. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns influence current ways of relating and can help people change repeating patterns in relationships.
Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. The therapist and client discuss needs, goals, and preferences and choose or blend methods together. That collaborative process can be adjusted as progress is made so the plan stays useful and realistic.
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by reducing commute time or allowing appointments during a lunch break. They also let people use shorter check-ins when needed or choose audio-only conversations if video feels difficult. A therapist will help find an arrangement that fits practical routines and treatment goals. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesTherapeutic approaches
Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsExperience
10+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and coping with life changes, plus related issues like attachment, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and impulsivity.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
The style is collaborative and practical, with active listening and tailored plans. She combines Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT skills, attachment-focused ideas, and client-centered listening as needed.
How much experience does she have?
She has 10 years of professional experience working in the field and brings that background to her current practice.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - licensed in California.
Which languages are supported and can international clients participate?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the platform before booking.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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