- Depression and mood
- Stress and anxiety
- Practical coping skills
About Laura
Laura Pennelle is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in California with ten years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. She aims to meet people where they are and to create a plan that fits their needs.
Her approach starts with listening. She uses clear, respectful conversation to understand what is most pressing. From there she tailors the work to each person’s situation rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan.
Laura draws on several therapy styles that focus on emotions, thinking patterns, and relationships. She may use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and change unhelpful thoughts. She also uses attachment-based ideas to look at how past relationships affect current ones.
Sessions often include practical steps you can try between meetings. That might mean learning new coping skills, practicing different ways of communicating, or trying small behavior changes that add up over time. The goal is to build tools people can use in daily life.
She is comfortable addressing a wide range of concerns beyond mood, including caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, communication problems, and issues with control or impulsivity. Laura emphasizes sensitivity and compassion while working with people as they make changes.
If you are taking the first step toward therapy, she asks you to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session. The process is organized so you can find a fit and begin working toward your goals.
Her approach starts with listening. She uses clear, respectful conversation to understand what is most pressing. From there she tailors the work to each person’s situation rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan.
Laura draws on several therapy styles that focus on emotions, thinking patterns, and relationships. She may use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and change unhelpful thoughts. She also uses attachment-based ideas to look at how past relationships affect current ones.
Sessions often include practical steps you can try between meetings. That might mean learning new coping skills, practicing different ways of communicating, or trying small behavior changes that add up over time. The goal is to build tools people can use in daily life.
She is comfortable addressing a wide range of concerns beyond mood, including caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, communication problems, and issues with control or impulsivity. Laura emphasizes sensitivity and compassion while working with people as they make changes.
If you are taking the first step toward therapy, she asks you to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session. The process is organized so you can find a fit and begin working toward your goals.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.