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Laura Denham-Evans, LCSW

Calm, practical support for anxiety and stress

10 years in practice · based in California · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Laura

Laura Denham-Evans is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people cope with stress, anxiety, and life changes. She supports those facing relationship strain, grief, parenting challenges, anger, and the effects of trauma and abuse. Her approach is practical and direct so people can see progress in day-to-day life.

She uses straightforward conversation to understand what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on real-world strategies drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, plus a client-centered stance that follows the person’s pace and priorities.

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Background and approach

Laura works to make goals clear and achievable between visits. Over ten years of practice in California have shaped her calm, respectful style. She listens without judgment and adapts what she offers to fit each situation.

This includes helping people manage symptoms of depression, low self-esteem, or difficulties related to ADHD and workplace stress. Laura also addresses challenges tied to aging and caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, and end-of-life or hospice concerns. She explains options plainly and helps people decide the next steps that feel right to them.

Conversations emphasize skills that can be used right away. People can expect guidance on communication, problem solving, and coping tools that fit their daily routines. Laura highlights small changes that build confidence and reduce overwhelm.

Her goal is to help people feel steadier and more in control as they move forward.

Approach-focused online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following the person’s lead to identify what matters most. This approach helps when someone needs space to tell their story and decide goals at their own pace.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical strategies to change patterns. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and stress by offering tools for day-to-day coping.

Solution-Focused Therapy zeroes in on small, actionable steps that move a person toward their goals. Sessions often focus on what is already working and how to build on it for quick, usable change.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. This collaboration helps shape a plan that combines methods when that makes sense.

Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals in several formats: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video is good for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter check-ins or working through brief problems between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and keep progress consistent.
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Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is direct and respectful, focused on clear goals and practical steps. Sessions emphasize listening, collaborative planning, and tools you can use between meetings.
What is her professional background?
She has ten years of professional experience and practices as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her work has covered a range of clinical settings in California.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds a California LCSW and works with people in California.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

What this therapist works with

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Experience
10 years
Licensed
California
Languages
English

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