About Laura
Laura Walker uses practical, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage addiction, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and low self-esteem. She introduces straightforward tools and clear steps so clients can make small, steady changes. Laura is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, which she uses to guide steady care and problem-solving.
She has nearly two decades working in social services and mental health. Much of her time has involved supporting adults and young people facing substance use and trauma.
Background and approach
That experience shaped a direct, no-nonsense style that focuses on what will help now. Laura has also led and supervised other clinicians. She has spent years training therapists and running team work, which gives her a wide view of different clinical approaches.
This background helps her pick practical strategies that fit a person’s life. Sessions are action-oriented while still leaving room for listening and reflection. Laura often uses structured techniques alongside conversations about how daily life feels.
She helps people set manageable goals and track progress between visits. Her practice is based in Indiana and sessions are offered in English. People who want to start can expect a simple matching and scheduling process to get an initial session set up and a plan agreed on.
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Laura draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building skills and changing patterns. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of responding to stress and cravings, which can reduce the power of addictive urges and improve mood. Another approach focuses on practical skills for relationships and parenting, such as communication exercises and step-by-step plans to manage conflict and daily routines.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with clients about goals and preferences and then suggest strategies to try. That plan is reviewed and adjusted as progress is made so the work stays useful and relevant.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is good for deeper conversations and visual connection. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging suit brief check-ins, notes between sessions, or quick skill reminders. These options help fit therapy into busy days and make it easier to keep momentum between appointments.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
Also works with
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Experience
- 19 years
- Licensed
- Indiana
- Languages
- English