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Laura Shughart, LCSW, CSW

Compassionate LCSW specializing in stress and addiction
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addiction recovery support
  • Sleep and anger management

About Laura Shughart

Laura Shughart is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with eight years of experience supporting people through a range of life challenges. She holds LCSW and CSW credentials, reflecting advanced training in clinical social work, and applies that background to help clients manage stress, anxiety, addiction, sleep difficulties, and anger. Her work also encompasses depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar disorder, and coping with major life changes.

Her therapeutic stance is compassionate, collaborative, and client-centered. She approaches each person as the expert on their own life and focuses on building on existing strengths to create meaningful change. Clients work with her to identify goals, develop practical coping strategies, and explore the personal resources that support lasting progress.

Taking the first step toward therapy is framed as a courageous act, and Laura emphasizes partnership in the healing process. Whether someone seeks relief, growth, or steady support through a difficult period, she aims to walk alongside them with respect and practical guidance.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSleeping disordersAnger managementDepression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Laura Shughart have?

Laura Shughart has 8 years of experience in clinical social work and addiction-related practice.

Is Laura Shughart a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. License details: CO LCSW CSW.09924974.

In which languages does Laura Shughart provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Laura Shughart located?

She is located in Colorado.

How can I work with Laura Shughart as my therapist?

You can work with Laura Shughart through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Laura Shughart work with international clients?

No, Laura Shughart does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Laura Shughart 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 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.

Approaches That Guide Online Sessions

Laura draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to shape online work in ways that meet each person's needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes respect for the client's experience and supports self-directed growth by listening closely and reflecting what matters most to the individual. CBT focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools for issues like anxiety, depression, and sleep concerns. DBT provides skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for mood instability, anger, and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Laura collaborates with clients to determine which methods align with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. She tailors interventions and adjusts strategies over time so therapy stays relevant and useful.

Online therapy with Laura uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and engage in care from a comfortable setting while working with licensed professionals and therapists committed to practical, goal-oriented support.

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