Laurie Coppa, LCSW

Laurie Coppa is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in New York with 24 years of experience supporting people through complex life moments. She has worked across a wide range of settings, including inpatient psychiatric units, hospital medical units, neonatal intensive care units, residential programs for adolescents, and with survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Her background also includes working with families facing end-of-life stressors and individuals seeking a compassionate, attentive listener.

Familiar with how agency systems can sometimes add to confusion, she combines practical knowledge of those systems with an interactive, client-centered approach. Laurie prioritizes empathy and empowerment, helping people name and express their deepest feelings without fear of judgment. She uses solution-focused strategies alongside evidence-informed approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and brief solution-focused techniques to help clients identify obstacles and take steps toward change.

Self-love is a recurring theme in her work, and she often helps clients explore what that means in their lives and how to cultivate it. Laurie describes herself as a mirror - reflecting what clients already know while also offering new perspectives. She favors plain language and open dialogue over labels, aiming for clear communication so clients feel truly heard.

Laurie views the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative team effort and emphasizes the need for commitment to the process when changing long-standing patterns. She typically recommends weekly or biweekly sessions and prefers video or phone sessions for the interactive back-and-forth she considers central to effective work, with live chat as a secondary option. Those interested in a collaborative, compassionate approach will find her style direct, warm, and focused on practical steps toward a more fulfilling life.