Laura Thompson , LPC

Laura Thompson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey with 25 years of clinical experience helping people manage life’s most difficult emotional challenges. She works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and a wide range of mood and behavioral concerns.

Her practice includes focused work on social anxiety, panic disorder, body image and eating-related issues, intimacy and sexual concerns, addiction and compulsive behaviors, parenting and family problems, and transition-related struggles such as divorce and separation. She also supports those coping with bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, anger, and self-esteem difficulties, and offers particular experience with veterans and armed forces issues.

Known for an empathic, individualized approach, she blends evidence-based methods with an existentially informed perspective to help clients build resilience, deepen self-understanding, and develop practical coping strategies. Laura tailors therapy to each person’s goals and circumstances, aiming to create a respectful environment where meaningful emotional growth and problem-solving can occur.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Laura Thompson uses evidence-based approaches that translate well to remote work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present - it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic, and related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and impulse-related issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Laura collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques and pacing to support progress in a way that feels manageable and relevant to the individual.

Online therapy with Laura is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from wherever the client is located while maintaining continuity of care and the ability to work on skills between sessions.