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Laura Shaw, LMFT

California LMFT supporting stress and life transitions
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Grief and loss support
  • Parenting and family issues

About Laura Shaw

Laura Shaw is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in California with 24 years of professional experience. She concentrates on helping people manage stress and anxiety, work through grief and loss, address parenting concerns, and build motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

Using client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), she partners with individuals to explore thoughts and emotions and to develop practical coping strategies. She fosters an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be voiced and examined as part of meaningful change.

Her broader focus includes attachment issues, caregiver stress, communication difficulties, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose exploration, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and women's issues. Throughout her work, she aims to support and empower people as they take steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposePost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Laura Shaw have?

Laura Shaw has 24 years of professional experience.

Is Laura Shaw a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 40149.

In which languages does Laura Shaw provide therapy?

Laura Shaw provides therapy in English.

Where is Laura Shaw located?

Laura Shaw is located in California.

How can I work with Laura Shaw as my therapist?

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

Does Laura Shaw work with international clients?

Laura Shaw does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Laura Shaw cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client's 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. Prospective clients can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, they can then schedule their first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Suit Individual Needs?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly make a difference. For common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the primary advantages is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the format that feels most comfortable to them: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options can make it easier to incorporate therapy into a busy life.

Each therapist is a licensed professional, and clients may switch therapists if they would like a different fit. For many, online therapy provides an accessible way to engage in consistent, focused work on personal challenges and goals.

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