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Li Laurent, AASW

Direct, solution-focused therapist for low self-esteem
  • Solution-focused interventions
  • Intervention-based support
  • Specialist in low self-esteem

About Li Laurent

Li Laurent is a direct, solution-focused therapist who uses targeted interventions to help clients move toward practical change. She specialises in low self-esteem and draws on an eclectic mix of methods to tailor work to each person's needs, combining structured techniques with a client-centered orientation to address underlying patterns and build more adaptive coping strategies.

With four years of professional experience and the AASW credential - membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers - she brings a pragmatic, action-oriented style that aims to create measurable progress while remaining responsive to individual circumstances. Li often emphasizes clear goals and concrete steps, while also attending to the emotional and relational factors that contribute to difficulties such as stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and challenges with identity or relationships.

Her approach suits people seeking focused, intervention-based therapy that balances practical skills with attention to deeper personal themes. Li adapts her methods to each client's priorities, helping them develop tools for managing symptoms, improving self-regard, and navigating life transitions.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDissociationLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Li Laurent have?

Li Laurent has four years of professional experience working with people on issues such as low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, depression, and life changes.

Is Li Laurent a licensed therapist?

Yes. Li Laurent holds the AASW credential - membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

In which languages does Li Laurent provide therapy?

Li Laurent provides therapy in English.

Where is Li Laurent located?

Li Laurent is located in Australia.

How can I work with Li Laurent as my therapist?

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

Does Li Laurent work with international clients?

Li Laurent does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Li Laurent 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 Support

Li Laurent integrates solution-focused therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients make practical changes and reduce distress. Solution-focused therapy centers on identifying clear goals and small, achievable steps that build momentum toward desired outcomes - it is useful for those seeking rapid progress on specific problems. CBT examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, teaching skills to reframe unhelpful thinking and develop more effective coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and stress.

Li also uses client-centered principles, offering an empathetic, nonjudgmental stance that supports clients as they explore personal values and deeper emotional patterns. Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the work - Li collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as therapy progresses.

Online sessions - whether by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to access care from home. These options provide flexibility in scheduling, allow for ongoing skills practice between sessions, and enable consistent contact with licensed professionals and therapists regardless of geographic constraints.

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