About me

Hi! My name is Laura White, LCSW. I am licensed in NY. I have had extensive experience with children in Residential Placement, for counseling regarding separation from home, long-term planning (return home, other relatives, Foster Care, Adoption). In other areas, I have worked with children experiencing depression, anxiety, loss, PTSD and Trauma, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, addictions-child and/or family, social anxiety, sexual identity and self-esteem. This age group is fascinating, presenting unique situations especially in the past year-loneliness, fear of covid, loss of family income, loss of family and peer interactions, and changes in schooling. I have worked with children who have lost parents to Aids, Cancer, and other disabling illnesses. I would be delighted to work with your child/children.
I am supportive and caring, and will focus on the needs of your child. I utilize Person-Centered Therapy, Family Systems, the Socratic Method, and Motivational Interviewing. I am available for after-school or weekend sessions. Thank you!


Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Depression
  • ADHD
Also experienced in:
Addictions , LGBT , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Coping with life changes , Coaching , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 40

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

NY LCSW R045844-01


Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Laura White. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Apr 10, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Laura is compassionate, understanding and exactly what I needed as this stage in my recovery. 5 stars

Written on Mar 27, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

I can't say enough good things about Laura. Not only do I know she's an expert therapist on many topics but is also extremely compassionate and completely non-judgmental as well. I feel lighter and genuinely loved after every time I speak to her. I believe that we were meant to be matched together by the matrix/universe because of so many similarities in personal history, values, and beliefs and our common open-mindedness. I couldn't recommend her more for anyone who has suffered from narcissistic abuse/and or trauma (including religious) and needs a loving, compassionate, real human to talk with, listen to you, and validate your experiences, emotions, and resulting struggles -- she is so much more than just a professional therapist--she is truly there for you on the other side thinking about and rooting for you even when she is off. Since beginning to work with her, she has seen and supported me though several highs and lows but is ultimately one of the main driving forces behind my recent gradual increase in mental health and self improvement. confidence, and better boundary setting and less people please. I love you Laura! No amount of money could ever properly pay you for what you have given me. Thank you for genuine and dedicated support.

Written on Mar 12, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

I am beyond blessed and thankful for Laura. She has been nothing but supportive during my therapy with her. I could not ask for a better therapist

Written on Mar 08, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem

Laura is a kind, compassionate woman with a lot of experience and insight. She is very caring and has given me several helpful resources. The best part is we are able to laugh every session!

Written on Mar 08, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks

It is still early days, my daughter has has two sessions with Laura and has felt seen, understood and heard by her which I am absolutely delighted about.
My daughter has been to other counsellors and therapist but has never expressed the willingness and enthusiasm she has with Laura.
As the parent, Lauras interactions with me have been wonderful and it is amazing that i have the ability to voice to Laura any concerns and worries i have via the separate parent/guardian sign in.

Written on Mar 07, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Laura has a very down to earth authenticity to her counseling approach. I like how she is listening to me before making recommendations or suggestions. I really feel like the sessions are about digging deeper into what's bothering me.

Written on Feb 24, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder

Laura is such a blessing to talk to and confide in. She really understands what I am going through and makes me feel extremely comfortable. She is attentive, takes notes, and helps you to explore many facets of your life that would otherwise be daunting to examine alone. Thanks Laura!

Written on Dec 14, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd

Always looking forward to my time with Laura. She will always make me feel better leaving the session and hope to have much more time with her. She has amazing support

Written on Nov 30, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Laura does amazing work, we clicked pretty fast, and if your neurospicy like we are, she gets it

Written on Oct 26, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

Ms.Laura is wonderful and great therapist and person, she has helped every step of the way and continues to do, I'm very grateful she was assigned to me and I can’t thank her enough for her hard work and because of her I’m learning so much about myself. Thank you Ms.Laura White!

Written on Oct 20, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Laura has been extremely supportive as I’ve been dealing with some health issues, and an injury which has caused a snowball effect of things in my life- financial, depression etc. Having Laura to listen as many people in my life aren’t supportive or understanding of medical issues is invaluable. She is an excellent advocate and therapist.

Written on Jun 03, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks

Laura has been outstanding. My daughter is responding well to her right away. She knows how to get her to open up about the issues.

Best decision I made was to hire her!

Written on May 26, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue

I am so grateful that I was led to my therapist, Laura White. My life has changed, improved and developed because she has provided a professional and safe place for me to be me.

Written on Mar 28, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and self esteem

She is an angel on earth

Written on Mar 20, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 5 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse

She’s the absolute best!

Written on Feb 22, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd

I can already see the changes. This app is literally amazing. I feel something really good coming into my life from it. I can’t thank you enough and I want to be part of this in the long run

Written on Feb 18, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd

I had been looking for a therapist and few struggles with. teencounseling.com was recommended by a friend and so glad they did. The teen counseling website provided the great initial questions that could and did pair myself up with the correct therapist to best suit my needs. I couldn't be more grateful! Laura White is so wonderful and compassionate. I now feel supported and know Laura is there for me and going to do everything she can to get me on the road of recovery. I already know Laura will be a long term therapist in my life and have no intention of looking further! Thank you Laura White!

Written on Jan 28, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Working with Laura has been an absolute pleasure. My partner and I had couples therapy with her, and we both found the experience to be extremely beneficial and insightful.

Written on Jan 11, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety

I cannot say enough good about Laura. She is an amazing therapist, and always made me feel comfortable, heard and was extremely supportive. I would recommend her to anyone!

Written on Dec 14, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and anger management

When something bothers me, I send a message to Laura. She is very responsive and that is healing to me. She is giving me a lot of resources to cope. I highly recommend her whether for individual or for couples therapy.

Written on Nov 11, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and self esteem

I met Laura when I was struggling in a lot of ways. I was dealing with depression from losing my partner, losing my nana, struggling with being trans and being lonely. Laura is an incredibly strong character who will support you and listen to you. If you’re shy I think she will help you to open up. If you’re trans she will be really supportive which was what I really needed. I think she’s really great because she’s passionate, kind and fun.

Written on Oct 22, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem

Laura helped a lot with explorative work in order to come back and work out the reason as to why I was feeling a particular way, which was the reason for me to seek help.
She is friendly, kind and understanding

Written on Aug 29, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd

Very positive, uplifting lady.

Written on Aug 24, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd

Laura has been amazing. She is so caring and compassionate, I felt like I could talk to her about absolutely everything. Throughout our sessions she has been so encouraging and supportive, I know that all my progress is down to her hard work and I cannot thank her enough

Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues

Laura is the best therapist I've had, she's a support in my life and a friend when you need someone to talk.

Written on May 31, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties

Laura has helped me overcome so much in such a short time, she is my rock and I don’t know what I would do without her

Written on Dec 23, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, anger management, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue

Laura is wonderful. I appreciate her calm approach, her insights and her empathy. She is very easy to open up to.

Written on Dec 22, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Wow/10

Written on Dec 06, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse

Laura has a very kind and friendly manner. As someone who is new to therapy, Laura put me at ease right away. Talking to her is easy.

Written on Nov 25, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes

I feel extremely comfortable with her. She is so kind, patient and responsive. I text her all the time and she’s always there for me. She’s helped me so much in such little time!

Written on Sep 28, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Laura is exactly what I was looking for in a counsellor! Not only is she a good listener, but she brings a wealth of information to our sessions and is respectful of how I would like my therapy to go. I feel heard and supported when I speak to Laura, and we often have a couple laughs too.

Written on Sep 26, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Laura is such a nice lady! She is extremely supportive and truthful. So easy to talk to! I never feel like I’m running out of things to talk about. And I never feel like there isn’t enough time in our sessions. Thank you Laura!

Written on Sep 20, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd

Laura is a lovely person ! I genuinely feel so connected to her and comfortable opening up to her. She listens and even when we find a somewhat type of solution for my problem she doesn't make it seem as if the problem has magically disappeared which makes me feel heard and like my situation and problems are listened to and handled realistically and effectively for me ! I recommended my friend to Therapy because of Laura I hope to keep her always as its the best investment and she is just amazing! I could write so much more but I think you get my point. Shes also FUNNY and caring !

Written on Aug 17, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

Laura white is a woman full of positivity and her smiles shines whenever she talks.
I love sharing with her my ideas and daily struggles, she listens and is very understanding. Plus, she gives useful feedbacks that have helped me a lot.
She is highly recommended to anyone who needs an ear and a shoulder to rely on.

Written on Jul 29, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Very Good Listener, Makes you feel heard,very engaging and makes you feel Comfortable talking about your problems.

Written on Jun 28, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coaching, and adhd

Laura has been kind, caring, insightful, and attentive in my efforts to better my mental health

Written on Jun 23, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and adhd

Laura is awesome ! She's sweet, funny, really tries to understand what I'm saying. I really enjoy each session and don't see the time go by !

Written on May 31, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety

Laura is a very lovely person who is there to help with her heart. She listens and doesn't interrupt when you are speaking. I would highly recommend Laura to anyone who is troubled and needs help.

Written on May 31, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem

I am so grateful to have found Laura. She is incredibly supportive and genuinely cares. She is incredibly professional and has been able to make time for me each week, even though our time zones are so far. She has always built me up and gone above and beyond to provide me with resources that I can use from the remote location that I live. Thank you! :)

Written on May 27, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and self esteem

I'm amazed at how dedicated Laura's been towards understanding my story and then supporting my needs. She's even studying my case in her own time to then offer me the best help possible. I'm so glad to have met a person who genuinely cares and has so much dedication. Thanks Laura!

Written on May 15, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 1 month on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and coaching

Laura told me right at the get go she would be my biggest cheerleader, and so far she has been. I value our sessions, and I see a long relationship with her :)

Written on May 05, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, and trauma and abuse

From one session alone, I can say that Laura is someone that you just want to keep talking to. She is warm, funny, and SO validating. I felt heard, seen, and generally lighter after our chat. Would definitely recommend.

Written on May 01, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks

Starting off so far Laura has been a great support for my daughter and her need. The expertise in the areas of needs is perfect. I look forward to the long terms benefits and successes from her therapy

Written on Apr 23, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

She is excellent. Very accommodative and understanding.

Written on Apr 06, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 5 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Loved our session! She was really understanding, funny, supportive, and gave actionable feedback that made me think twice about an issue I was facing. Highly recommend!

Written on Apr 03, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 4 days on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coaching

Really enjoyed my session with Laura! She shared great insights.

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