Laura has been an integral part of my journey to self help and independence. She helps me learn how to control my anxiety instead of my anxiety controlling me, I owe my immense happiness to Laura!
Laura Kern, 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.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Laura. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Delaware
Recent reviews
I like how you can get in contact with a therapist at pretty much any time instead of having to schedule a specific time. Even if they don’t get back to you right away being able to tell them my problems and know they will get back to me as soon as they can.
More about Laura
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Welcome! Reaching out is often the most difficult step to initiate change in our lives. I am so glad that you have stopped by and are looking to make change. My name is Laura and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker . I received my Masters in Social Work at the University of Kentucky and spent my first 1.5 post graduate school in Lexington, Kentucky serving those with severe mental illnesses, trauma, and substance use. From there, I moved to New York, where I started my career with the VA. I have worked with clients with a wide range of struggles, including, depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, and trauma from military, childhood, and civilian life. Not only have I worked with clients with those types of struggles, but I have also worked with clients that are struggling with life changes, marriage, divorce, grief and loss. I have been trained by the VA to work with clients who are struggling with new or ongoing health issues. I have enjoyed working in all of these areas with my clients!
I typically utilize Cognitive Behavioral and Solution focused approach with my clients. I believe that it is important to identify areas in which one wants to improve and possible solutions to those areas and struggles a person is experiencing. I am very client-focused, meaning that I am willing to discuss and address whatever the client wishes, not what I think would be best at that exact moment. I believe that this approach allows for clients to make progress, while feeling safe and comfortable. To me, the most important piece of counseling and therapy, is the therapeutic relationship and I encourage all of my clients to be open and honest with me, so that we have a strong therapeutic relationship!
I am looking forward to working with you and seeing the growth and progress that you can make!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
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
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Laura Kern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326424870.
- LCSW · Delaware · Q1-0001590 · Expires January 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 Kern
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Laura has been an integral part of my journey to self help and independence. She helps me learn how to control my anxiety instead of my anxiety controlling me, I owe my immense happiness to Laura!
I like how you can get in contact with a therapist at pretty much any time instead of having to schedule a specific time. Even if they don’t get back to you right away being able to tell them my problems and know they will get back to me as soon as they can.
Laura has been my biggest support this past year. Seeking counseling with her was life changing. She has helped me see past the darkness I was in and continues to work with me to better handle my anxiety, stress, and give me the tools to navigate through my depression. Looking back over this past year, where I was before I found Laura with Better Help, it’s amazing the amount of progress I have been able to make, to be in this great place I never thought I could get to. I am forever thankful for how she helped save me from the bad place I was in, and her help in guiding me to where I am now.
Laura has a way with making you feel at home, comfortable, and in a safe space to express yourself authentically. I felt heard and seen and I can’t tell you how important that is when it comes to therapy. I would highly recommend her. Thank you Laura for everything.
She not only has given me real solid advice during our sessions but she has provided me with tools for helping myself when i’m not with her. Laura was exactly who I needed for my first therapist and anyone who gets to work with her will be very happy
She is a great listener who helps me dive into my feelings and understand them better.
I am so excited to have been paired with Laura Kern. She is someone who I feel comfortable telling things that I normally would not want to talk about. She listens, she responds in a timely fashion and she is extremely qualified in her field. She is always in tough with me throughout the day and I appreciate that. The dialogue continues until she sees everything is ok. I am excited to have her in my life and I look forward to a long relationship with her. I highly recommend Laura Kern.
Laura is excellent. I feel I really connect with her. I like how she is able to sort out my thoughts and then provide positive feedback along with activities and worksheets. I feel she just does not say things that I want to hear. I also have told her on occasion.. you are correct or oh you’re good because she just points out how I really am, like I have known her for years. If the appropriate time comes up with someone I know, I will gladly send them to Laura.
She’s great :)
Very helpful services
Frequently asked questions
Does Laura Kern offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Laura Kern 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 Kern speak?
Laura Kern speaks English.
How many years of experience does Laura Kern have?
Laura Kern has 3 years of experience.
Where is Laura Kern licensed to practice?
Laura Kern is licensed to practice in Delaware.
Does Laura Kern accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Laura Kern does not accept 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 Kern offer?
Laura Kern offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Laura Kern?
Laura Kern 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 Kern?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.