Laura Arnold, LCPC, LPC
Experienced counselor for anxiety, addiction, and relationships
- CBT and DBT approaches
- Trauma and grief support
- Works with international clients
About Laura Arnold
Laura Arnold is a licensed counselor with more than nine years of experience supporting people through life transitions, addiction, relationship challenges, and mood concerns. She holds credentials as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), which indicate formal training and state licensure to provide professional mental health counseling. Her training includes focused work on depression and anxiety through coursework at the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy in Philadelphia, PA, and she draws on that background when addressing mood and stress-related difficulties.
Across private-practice settings and higher-acuity care environments such as inpatient substance use treatment, partial hospitalization, outpatient programs, and correctional facilities, she has worked with people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, personality and behavioral disorders, and sexual health concerns. She brings a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance to therapy and emphasizes a warm, conversational, and interactive counseling style. In session she integrates approaches from cognitive-behavioral therapy, client-centered work, and dialectical behavior therapy to tailor strategies to each person’s needs.
For Laura, the therapeutic relationship itself is the foundation for change; she focuses on building trust, offering encouragement, and empowering clients to develop practical coping skills and healthier patterns. When someone is ready to make a change or needs guidance through a difficult season, she supports them in taking the next steps toward meaningful progress.
Across private-practice settings and higher-acuity care environments such as inpatient substance use treatment, partial hospitalization, outpatient programs, and correctional facilities, she has worked with people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, personality and behavioral disorders, and sexual health concerns. She brings a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance to therapy and emphasizes a warm, conversational, and interactive counseling style. In session she integrates approaches from cognitive-behavioral therapy, client-centered work, and dialectical behavior therapy to tailor strategies to each person’s needs.
For Laura, the therapeutic relationship itself is the foundation for change; she focuses on building trust, offering encouragement, and empowering clients to develop practical coping skills and healthier patterns. When someone is ready to make a change or needs guidance through a difficult season, she supports them in taking the next steps toward meaningful progress.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMoney and financial issuesNarcissismPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Laura Arnold have?
Laura Arnold has 9 years of experience as a psychotherapist.
Is Laura Arnold a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCPC and LPC. License details include NV LCPC CP5628-R and AZ LPC LPC-22745.
In which languages does Laura Arnold provide therapy?
Laura Arnold provides therapy in English.
Where is Laura Arnold located?
Laura Arnold is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Laura Arnold as my therapist?
You can work with Laura Arnold through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Laura Arnold work with international clients?
Yes, Laura Arnold works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Laura Arnold cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Laura Arnold draws on evidence-informed methods to support people working through anxiety, addiction, relationship challenges, and life changes. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an accepting, empathic space where the client’s priorities guide the work and personal strengths are emphasized - this approach is helpful for improving self-esteem, building trust, and exploring identity and relationship patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and learn practical skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress through structured exercises and behavior change techniques. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete tools for regulating emotions, improving distress tolerance, and enhancing interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense emotions, relationship problems, and impulsive behaviors.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Laura collaborates with each person to determine which strategies best match their goals, needs, and preferences. She blends methods and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds so therapy remains responsive and client-centered.
Online therapy with Laura is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from varied locations and to continue consistent care when life is busy or circumstances change.