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Laura White, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Laura is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Laura. View 52 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New York

Recent reviews

Laura has become my "magical unicorn." For a year and a half I have had a dark shadow of grief hovering over me, and without going into such heavy details, she gave me an assignment to do. I wasn't sure about it, but I did it anyway. Once I started, I asked her why it was so important to do. Let's just say, she gently guided me to understand the importance of the assignment, which got me to look at my grief another way. And as silly as this may sound, her guidance added such a light to a new thought pattern, and made it safe for me to move forward. My heavy grief became so much less. I can actually breathe now. I am extremely grateful.

Reviewed November 2024

She is the best

Reviewed July 2024

More about Laura

  • 40 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

.Hi! My name is Laura White. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York. I have been active in the field since 1980, when I worked as a Research Assistant at Suffolk County Jail. It was then that I decided Social Work would become an integral part of my life.

I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, a Masters in Social Work, additional Masters-level coursework in Gerontology, and I am Certified for EMDR, Level One, 2001.

I use a Person-Centered approach as well as Family Systems, Socratic Method, Motivational Interviewing, and CBT. I have a strong belief that we need to locate the positives in our lives, and build our self esteem from there. I work with all Ages, Religions, Cultures, and LGBTQ.

I work with patients who have Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, PTSD, Addictions, Eating Disorders, Social Anxiety, Relationship and Family Issues, Sexual, Physical and Emotional Abuse, LGBTQ issues, Pain and Medical/Disability Issues, ADHD, Employment, Home Health, Cancer and other Disabling Illnesses, and End of Life Issues. In my family, we have lost three parents to Cancer, so my experience is both personal as well as professional. I understand Caregiver Stress. Lastly, if referrals need to be made, I research the area and make the appropriate referrals, for medication, rehabs, etc.

My approach is supportive, and goal-oriented.

I have a varied background in Social Work, and have been active for 40 years. I look forward to working with new patients. I am available nights and weekends. Thank you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Bipolar disorder Depression ADHD Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Family of origin issues Family problems Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hearing impaired HIV / AIDS Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Military and veterans issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Trichotillomania Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Laura White's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508987132.

  • LCSW · New York · R045844-01 · Expires May 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Laura White

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

52 reviews

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Laura has become my "magical unicorn." For a year and a half I have had a dark shadow of grief hovering over me, and without going into such heavy details, she gave me an assignment to do. I wasn't sure about it, but I did it anyway. Once I started, I asked her why it was so important to do. Let's just say, she gently guided me to understand the importance of the assignment, which got me to look at my grief another way. And as silly as this may sound, her guidance added such a light to a new thought pattern, and made it safe for me to move forward. My heavy grief became so much less. I can actually breathe now. I am extremely grateful.

Reviewed November 2024

She is the best

Reviewed July 2024

She has been an amazing resource for me as I start therapy for the first time in over 15 years! I respect her approach and demeanor as each session progresses.

Reviewed June 2024

Laura white is amazing i absolutely recommend her!!

Reviewed June 2024

First I would like to say is thank you to Ms.Laura for helping me, I’m forever truly grateful for her!

Reviewed May 2024

caring and empathic . puts an effort to find the right times on her schedule

Reviewed May 2024

Laura is compassionate, understanding and exactly what I needed as this stage in my recovery. 5 stars

Reviewed April 2024

I can't say enough good things about Laura. Not only do I know she's an expert therapist on many topics but is also extremely compassionate and completely non-judgmental as well. I feel lighter and genuinely loved after every time I speak to her. I believe that we were meant to be matched together by the matrix/universe because of so many similarities in personal history, values, and beliefs and our common open-mindedness. I couldn't recommend her more for anyone who has suffered from narcissistic abuse/and or trauma (including religious) and needs a loving, compassionate, real human to talk with, listen to you, and validate your experiences, emotions, and resulting struggles -- she is so much more than just a professional therapist--she is truly there for you on the other side thinking about and rooting for you even when she is off. Since beginning to work with her, she has seen and supported me though several highs and lows but is ultimately one of the main driving forces behind my recent gradual increase in mental health and self improvement. confidence, and better boundary setting and less people please. I love you Laura! No amount of money could ever properly pay you for what you have given me. Thank you for genuine and dedicated support.

Reviewed March 2024

I am beyond blessed and thankful for Laura. She has been nothing but supportive during my therapy with her. I could not ask for a better therapist

Reviewed March 2024

Laura is a kind, compassionate woman with a lot of experience and insight. She is very caring and has given me several helpful resources. The best part is we are able to laugh every session!

Reviewed March 2024

Laura has a very down to earth authenticity to her counseling approach. I like how she is listening to me before making recommendations or suggestions. I really feel like the sessions are about digging deeper into what's bothering me.

Reviewed March 2024

Laura is such a blessing to talk to and confide in. She really understands what I am going through and makes me feel extremely comfortable. She is attentive, takes notes, and helps you to explore many facets of your life that would otherwise be daunting to examine alone. Thanks Laura!

Reviewed February 2024

Always looking forward to my time with Laura. She will always make me feel better leaving the session and hope to have much more time with her. She has amazing support

Reviewed December 2023

Ms.Laura is wonderful and great therapist and person, she has helped every step of the way and continues to do, I'm very grateful she was assigned to me and I can’t thank her enough for her hard work and because of her I’m learning so much about myself. Thank you Ms.Laura White!

Reviewed November 2023

Laura has been extremely supportive as I’ve been dealing with some health issues, and an injury which has caused a snowball effect of things in my life- financial, depression etc. Having Laura to listen as many people in my life aren’t supportive or understanding of medical issues is invaluable. She is an excellent advocate and therapist.

Reviewed November 2023

I am so grateful that I was led to my therapist, Laura White. My life has changed, improved and developed because she has provided a professional and safe place for me to be me.

Reviewed May 2023

She is an angel on earth

Reviewed March 2023

She’s the absolute best!

Reviewed March 2023

I can already see the changes. This app is literally amazing. I feel something really good coming into my life from it. I can’t thank you enough and I want to be part of this in the long run

Reviewed February 2023

I had been looking for a therapist and few struggles with. Betterhelp was recommended by a friend and so glad they did. The better help website provided the great initial questions that could and did pair myself up with the correct therapist to best suit my needs. I couldn't be more grateful! Laura White is so wonderful and compassionate. I now feel supported and know Laura is there for me and going to do everything she can to get me on the road of recovery. I already know Laura will be a long term therapist in my life and have no intention of looking further! Thank you Laura White!

Reviewed February 2023

I cannot say enough good about Laura. She is an amazing therapist, and always made me feel comfortable, heard and was extremely supportive. I would recommend her to anyone!

Reviewed January 2023

When something bothers me, I send a message to Laura. She is very responsive and that is healing to me. She is giving me a lot of resources to cope. I highly recommend her whether for individual or for couples therapy.

Reviewed December 2022

I met Laura when I was struggling in a lot of ways. I was dealing with depression from losing my partner, losing my nana, struggling with being trans and being lonely. Laura is an incredibly strong character who will support you and listen to you. If you’re shy I think she will help you to open up. If you’re trans she will be really supportive which was what I really needed. I think she’s really great because she’s passionate, kind and fun.

Reviewed November 2022

Laura helped a lot with explorative work in order to come back and work out the reason as to why I was feeling a particular way, which was the reason for me to seek help. She is friendly, kind and understanding

Reviewed November 2022

Very positive, uplifting lady.

Reviewed August 2022

Laura has been amazing. She is so caring and compassionate, I felt like I could talk to her about absolutely everything. Throughout our sessions she has been so encouraging and supportive, I know that all my progress is down to her hard work and I cannot thank her enough

Reviewed August 2022

awesome, kind and understanding

Reviewed July 2022

Laura is the best therapist I've had, she's a support in my life and a friend when you need someone to talk.

Reviewed July 2022

Laura has helped me overcome so much in such a short time, she is my rock and I don’t know what I would do without her

Reviewed May 2022

Having a safe place to talk about my thoughts and feelings, which at times are conflicting and confusing, is invaluable.

Reviewed April 2022

I think Laura is very supportive and understanding. She is very kind and great at listening.

Reviewed January 2022

Laura is wonderful. I appreciate her calm approach, her insights and her empathy. She is very easy to open up to.

Reviewed December 2021

Wow/10

Reviewed December 2021

Laura has a very kind and friendly manner. As someone who is new to therapy, Laura put me at ease right away. Talking to her is easy.

Reviewed December 2021

I feel extremely comfortable with her. She is so kind, patient and responsive. I text her all the time and she’s always there for me. She’s helped me so much in such little time!

Reviewed November 2021

I am moving forward and healing in large part due to the support I receive from Laura. I am grateful to have been connected to her.

Reviewed November 2021

Laura is exactly what I was looking for in a counsellor! Not only is she a good listener, but she brings a wealth of information to our sessions and is respectful of how I would like my therapy to go. I feel heard and supported when I speak to Laura, and we often have a couple laughs too.

Reviewed September 2021

Laura is such a nice lady! She is extremely supportive and truthful. So easy to talk to! I never feel like I’m running out of things to talk about. And I never feel like there isn’t enough time in our sessions. Thank you Laura!

Reviewed September 2021

Laura is a lovely person ! I genuinely feel so connected to her and comfortable opening up to her. She listens and even when we find a somewhat type of solution for my problem she doesn't make it seem as if the problem has magically disappeared which makes me feel heard and like my situation and problems are listened to and handled realistically and effectively for me ! I recommended my friend to Therapy because of Laura I hope to keep her always as its the best investment and she is just amazing! I could write so much more but I think you get my point. Shes also FUNNY and caring !

Reviewed September 2021

Laura white is a woman full of positivity and her smiles shines whenever she talks. I love sharing with her my ideas and daily struggles, she listens and is very understanding. Plus, she gives useful feedbacks that have helped me a lot. She is highly recommended to anyone who needs an ear and a shoulder to rely on.

Reviewed August 2021

Very Good Listener, Makes you feel heard,very engaging and makes you feel Comfortable talking about your problems.

Reviewed July 2021

Laura has been kind, caring, insightful, and attentive in my efforts to better my mental health

Reviewed June 2021

Laura is awesome ! She's sweet, funny, really tries to understand what I'm saying. I really enjoy each session and don't see the time go by !

Reviewed June 2021

I believe that my counselor, Laura White, is a genuine, professional and caring person. She provides honest feedback, instructions and directions to me as I navigate this very tricky and precarious dilemma with a narcissistic Supervisor in my office. She has helped me tremendously to remain calm, ask for help when prudent and develop a plan of action to bring peace and order to my workplace.

Reviewed June 2021

Laura is a very lovely person who is there to help with her heart. She listens and doesn't interrupt when you are speaking. I would highly recommend Laura to anyone who is troubled and needs help.

Reviewed May 2021

I am so grateful to have found Laura. She is incredibly supportive and genuinely cares. She is incredibly professional and has been able to make time for me each week, even though our time zones are so far. She has always built me up and gone above and beyond to provide me with resources that I can use from the remote location that I live. Thank you! :)

Reviewed May 2021

I'm amazed at how dedicated Laura's been towards understanding my story and then supporting my needs. She's even studying my case in her own time to then offer me the best help possible. I'm so glad to have met a person who genuinely cares and has so much dedication. Thanks Laura!

Reviewed May 2021

Laura told me right at the get go she would be my biggest cheerleader, and so far she has been. I value our sessions, and I see a long relationship with her :)

Reviewed May 2021

From one session alone, I can say that Laura is someone that you just want to keep talking to. She is warm, funny, and SO validating. I felt heard, seen, and generally lighter after our chat. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed May 2021

Dr. White has been very supportive, a great listener and takes her time into understanding things so she can better assess the situation. I love her spirit and dedication and especially her lovely and genuine smile which makes me feel very comfortable when talking to her.

Reviewed April 2021

Loved our session! She was really understanding, funny, supportive, and gave actionable feedback that made me think twice about an issue I was facing. Highly recommend!

Reviewed April 2021

Really enjoyed my session with Laura! She shared great insights.

Reviewed April 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Laura White offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Laura White works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Laura White speak?

Laura White speaks English.

How many years of experience does Laura White have?

Laura White has 40 years of experience.

Where is Laura White licensed to practice?

Laura White is licensed to practice in New York.

Does Laura White accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Laura White accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Laura White offer?

Laura White offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Laura White?

Laura White can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Laura White?

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