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Laura Husband

Laura Husband, LCSW

Therapist in Illinois · 17+ years of experience

Compassionate person-centered therapy for stress and anxiety

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  • Person-centered care
  • CBT and DBT tools
  • LGBTQIA+ affirming

About Laura

Laura Husband is an LCSW with 17 years of experience who helps people facing stress and anxiety. She works with individuals managing depression, parenting strains, relationship tension, grief, anger, sleep problems, and the effects of trauma. She is LGBTQIA+ affirming and centers the relationship as the heart of the work.

Her style is warm and person-centered. She listens first, then helps clients set clear goals. Techniques are practical and focused on real-life changes rather than labels or jargon. Sessions aim to reduce immediate distress while building lasting skills for coping with everyday challenges.

Laura brings long experience from community mental health settings. She has worked with people impacted by physical, emotional, and sexual trauma, and with varied mood and anxiety concerns. That background informs how she balances safety, pacing, and skill-building in session.

Therapeutic methods include client-centered work, cognitive behavioral tools, dialectical behavior skills, emotionally-focused ideas, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness practices. These are mixed to fit each person’s needs rather than used in a fixed formula.

She encourages a collaborative process where the client’s goals guide each step. The focus is on practical strategies you can use between sessions, clearer communication with others, and learning tools for handling stress and anxiety in daily life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesGriefSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationFamily problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

17+ years

Credentials

Kentucky, Illinois

Languages

English

How Laura Uses Talk Therapy and Skills Online

Laura blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral tools and dialectical behavior therapy ideas. Client-centered work means the therapist listens closely and follows the person’s priorities to shape each session. Cognitive behavioral techniques break big problems into smaller parts and teach practical ways to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, panic, and mood issues. Dialectical behavior therapy supplies concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the process. Laura works collaboratively to identify what fits your goals and preferences. She adjusts methods over time so sessions stay relevant and focused on the changes you want to see.

Session formats are not detailed in the provided biography, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments around work, childcare, and daily routines. It also allows focused coaching on skills between sessions and shorter check-ins when a full visit is not needed. Licensed professionals can use these formats to help people practice tools in real-life settings and track progress over time.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Laura commonly address?

She supports people with stress and anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, relationship and family problems, trauma, sleep issues, anger, and grief among other concerns.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is person-centered and collaborative. She combines practical techniques with listening and goal-setting to reduce symptoms and build coping skills.

What kind of experience does she bring?

She has 17 years working in community mental health settings and experience with people affected by physical, emotional, and sexual trauma.

Where is she licensed and based?

She holds LCSW credentials and practices in Illinois with licensure listed as IL LCSW and KY LCSW.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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