Laura Clarke, LPC

Laura Clarke is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Oregon. She has four years of experience helping people who are facing relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and mood challenges like depression and bipolar disorder. Laura offers straightforward care and listens carefully to what matters most to each person.

She uses practical methods to help people manage symptoms and build skills they can use day to day. Sessions focus on small, doable steps and clear goals. Laura draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with other approaches to tailor work to each person's needs.

Her background includes supporting people with intimacy concerns, self-esteem issues, and eating-related concerns. She also works with people navigating ADHD, life transitions, and the effects of chronic illness or caregiver stress. This range helps when problems overlap or feel complex.

In sessions she emphasizes collaboration and respect for individual strengths. Conversations aim to uncover useful patterns and to try new ways of coping. Laura welcomes honest discussion about values, boundaries, and what clients want from their relationships and life.

Therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. People who speak English and live in the United States may use these formats to connect. Getting started involves a short questionnaire and scheduling a session based on availability.

Evidence-informed approaches for online care

Laura often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. CBT is useful for depression, anxiety, and patterns that keep problems stuck.

She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people clarify personal values and take committed steps toward them even when feelings are difficult. ACT is commonly applied when someone wants to build a more meaningful life while managing painful emotions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan over time based on progress and feedback.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different days and routines. Video calls are good for deeper conversations that benefit from visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or hands-free convenience is needed. Live chat and text messaging can be used for brief check-ins, skill practice, or when shorter, more frequent contact helps maintain momentum.