Laura Stanley, LPC

 

Services

  • Individual therapy for adults and adolescents (14 and up)

Specialties

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Trauma

  • Culture shock

  • Adjustment disorder

  • “Non-ordinary states” including psychosis

  • Dreamwork

  • Personal growth/fulfillment

  • Life transitions

  • Support around parenting, pregnancy and post-partum challenges

  • Grief & Loss

  • Psychedelic Integration

  • Meaning making

  • Intergenerational trauma

  • Self-esteem/self-worth

Approach & About

Hello! I’m glad you’ve landed here. I’ve worked in the mental health field for over 10 years in a variety of settings, including abroad. I create a compassionate, non-judgmental container where all parts of you are welcome, and hold space for whatever may arise for you. I have substantial training in Hakomi, mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems, among other approaches. I've completed the IFS Institute Level 1 training.

I strive to help clients explore, give voice to, and harmonize their inner systems, as well as envision a future that enlivens them. I believe that everyone has an inner drive to heal and fulfill a unique purpose in life, and that symptoms are often messages that when listened to carefully, can direct us towards greater balance and fulfillment.

For in-person sessions I tend to use visual and creative approaches if that feels like a good fit; I have training in Sand Tray Therapy, Soul Collage, and creative writing, and often use illustrated Internal Family Systems cards as well as other imagery to help clients sort through and express thoughts, feelings and dreams.

I’ve lived in various other cultures and my first MA was in “Intercultural Youth and Family Development”; these experiences and studies have given me a perspective on dominant American culture that I likely otherwise wouldn’t have, a critical lens as well as appreciation for aspects of life here I used to take for granted. I know that often the issues that individuals are struggling with stem from overwhelming systemic issues. Despite these challenges, I passionately believe that positive growth and a vibrant and meaningful future are possible for everyone.

In Network With

  • BCBS

  • Cigna

  • Kaiser

  • Moda

  • PacificSource

  • Providence

Self Pay Rates:

Intake: $200 (60-90min)
Therapy sessions: $180 for 60 minute
Late Cancellations & No Shows: $100 first time; $180 second/subsequent

$30 discount offered for payment at time of service for cash paying clients.