- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Narrative work
About Laura
Laura Pascal is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, parenting challenges, relationship and family concerns, and questions about life purpose.
She often helps people who are having trouble with communication, social situations, and major life transitions. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking. She aims to help clients notice patterns and test small changes that can make everyday life easier.
Her work draws on client-centered methods that put the person's concerns first. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used to break down unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. Mindfulness practices are offered to reduce reactivity and improve attention to the present moment.
Laura also uses motivational interviewing to clarify what matters most to each client and narrative approaches to look at the stories people tell about themselves. These methods are used together to address issues like caregiver stress, chronic illness, divorce, isolation, first responder stress, and career decisions.
Sessions are practical and conversational. Clients can expect to talk through current problems, set achievable goals, and practice techniques between meetings. The focus is on what can be done now to help with daily functioning and longer term choices.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person's own goals and priorities, encouraging open conversation and active listening to shape each session. It helps when someone wants to be understood and to set their own agenda for change.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and then tests small behavior changes. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and practical problems like communication or workplace stress.
Mindfulness Therapy introduces short practices to increase awareness of present-moment experience and reduce reactivity to stressful situations. It can help with chronic stress, grief, and ongoing worry.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to clarify goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan according to what helps most. That collaborative process guides whether more CBT, mindfulness, or narrative work is used.
Session formats should be confirmed before booking to know what is currently offered. Many people find remote sessions fit more easily into everyday life because they can schedule meetings around work, have a shorter check-in when needed, or avoid travel time. Online work still allows active skill practice, homework, and focused conversation to address social anxiety, caregiving stress, or life transitions.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, parenting struggles, relationship and family issues, and related life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and client-centered, combining practical CBT tools, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative methods.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience working with adults on a wide range of concerns from career questions to caregiving stress.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor, licensed in New Jersey and practicing there.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time and works with people based in the U.S.
Which session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are available for your circumstances.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.