- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Solution-Focused work
About Laurie
Laurie Mombay is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland with 18 years of experience. She works with adults coping with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship strain, trauma and related mood concerns. Many people come to her for help with sleep problems, low self-esteem, or intense reactions that get in the way of daily life.
Laurie’s training includes a master’s degree in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola College, and much of her career has been in outpatient settings, employee assistance programs, and criminal justice work such as victim advocacy and corrections. Her background means she is familiar with practical problems at work and in systems where emotions run high.
Her main ways of working include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, with Solution-Focused methods used to set clear goals and small steps. Sessions focus on skills people can use right away as well as examining patterns that keep problems repeating.
Laurie talks through what is happening, offers concrete tools for managing strong feelings, and challenges clients to try different behaviors between sessions. She has substantial experience helping people who have experienced trauma and those who struggle with mood instability.
People who value direct feedback and hands-on skills often find this approach useful. She works in English and practices in Maryland; international clients are not accepted. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online work
Laurie often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and to build practical skills for managing anger and anxiety. CBT sessions typically involve noticing automatic thoughts, testing them, and practicing different responses to reduce intense reactions.Dialectical Behavior Therapy is another frequent approach she uses for mood regulation and impulsivity. DBT focuses on emotion regulation skills, distress tolerance techniques, and ways to improve interpersonal effectiveness when feelings run high.
She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set short-term goals and break changes into small, doable steps. That approach helps when someone wants quick, practical shifts in behavior and routine.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Laurie will collaborate with each client to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and daily life. She discusses what to try first and adjusts as progress is made.
Session formats are not listed in the original biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time to attend therapy. Licensed professionals can use these formats to focus on skill practice, behavior experiments between sessions, and regular progress reviews.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger or related concerns does she address?
She works with adults dealing with anger, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, sleep problems, and mood disorders.
What is her general therapeutic style?
She uses a direct, skills-focused style that combines cognitive-behavioral and dialectical approaches and also sets practical goals using solution-focused techniques.
How much experience does she have?
She has 18 years of counseling experience across outpatient care, employee assistance programs, and criminal justice settings.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) licensed in Maryland and provides services based in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; check the platform for current pricing details.
What are the first steps to get started?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.