- Person-centered approach
- CBT and DBT skills
- Substance use focus
About Laura
Laura Duffy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with nine years of clinical experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, anger, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related concerns. Sessions are offered in English and focus on practical steps clients can use to manage problems that disrupt daily life.
She has practiced across community agencies and hospital programs. That work included care at several levels such as inpatient, outpatient, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Partial Hospitalization (PHP/APH), and medication-assisted treatment programs. Her background gives experience with substance use, dual-diagnosis situations, and coordinating crisis interventions when needed.
Her approach centers on person-centered work combined with skills-based methods. In session she helps people set clear, measurable goals and checks progress together. She uses techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to build coping skills and manage strong emotions like anger.
Practical tools and real behavior changes are emphasized. She supports work on codependency, process and substance addictions, impulsivity, shame and guilt, and struggles with isolation or grief. Sessions include collaborative planning, skill practice, and review of what helps in everyday life.
Clients who want to address temper, workplace frustration, or resentment can expect straightforward, focused conversations. The aim is to identify patterns, try concrete strategies, and adjust plans so progress is steady and measurable.
How her approaches translate to online work
Laura commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in her work. CBT focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and then testing practical changes. It helps with anxiety, low mood, and reactive behavior such as angry responses. DBT teaches specific skills for regulating intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for impulsivity and strong reactions.Finding the right mix of methods is collaborative. She will discuss goals and preferences, try approaches that fit those needs, and adjust the plan based on what works in real life. That process helps people learn useful strategies and keep progress measurable.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or let someone choose a session that does not require being on camera. Talk with the therapist about how sessions can be scheduled and structured to match your routine and goals.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, and related issues such as impulsivity and resentment.
How would she approach anger in sessions?
She blends person-centered work with skills-based methods like CBT and DBT to identify triggers, build coping skills, and set measurable goals.
What is her clinical background?
She has nine years of experience in community and hospital settings, including inpatient, outpatient, IOP, PHP/APH, and medication-assisted treatment programs.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.