Laura White, LCSW-R
- Trauma and abuse focus
- CBT and EMDR experience
- Available nights and weekends
About Laura White
Her therapeutic orientation blends client-centered work with evidence-based techniques including cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior skills, and EMDR for trauma processing. She also integrates family systems thinking, motivational interviewing, and socratic questioning to tailor care to each person. Throughout her practice she emphasizes identifying strengths and building self-esteem as a foundation for change.
Laura works with people across the lifespan and from diverse religious and cultural backgrounds, including LGBTQ individuals. Her clinical focus includes mood and anxiety disorders, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addictions, eating issues, relationship and family concerns, grief, caregiver stress, medical and disability-related challenges, and end-of-life issues. Personal experience with family losses to cancer informs her understanding of caregiving and bereavement.
Her approach is supportive and goal-oriented, and she makes referrals for medication management or specialized services when appropriate. She is experienced in researching local resources and coordinating care, and she notes availability for evening and weekend appointments. Laura White welcomes the opportunity to connect with new patients and bring decades of clinical experience to their care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Laura White have?
Laura White has 40 years of experience in social work and clinical practice, beginning in 1980.
Is Laura White a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW-R, which denotes a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Registered. License details: NY LCSW-R 045844.
In which languages does Laura White provide therapy?
Laura White provides therapy in English.
Where is Laura White located?
Laura White is located in New York.
How can I work with Laura White as my therapist?
You can work with Laura White through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Laura White work with international clients?
Yes, Laura White works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Laura White 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 White integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and EMDR into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening with empathy and helping clients identify their own goals and strengths, which is useful for building self-esteem and navigating life transitions. CBT is a structured approach that helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage depression, and address behaviors linked to addictions or eating concerns. EMDR is a trauma-focused method that uses guided processing to reduce the intensity of painful memories and can be helpful for those recovering from abuse, PTSD, or other traumatic experiences.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Laura works together with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and she adapts methods over time so therapy remains aligned with what is most helpful. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to individual circumstances and priorities.
Online therapy with Laura is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which supports flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or geographical distance. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access licensed professionals when in-person visits are not feasible, while preserving the therapeutic connection and practical progress toward treatment goals.