
Laura Hernandez
(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Laura ensures treatment is structured and adaptable to each individual’s needs. She explores barriers and identifies achievable, sustainable steps forward
Laura has over seven years of experience providing mental health care. Her patient-centered approach ensures that treatment is structured and adaptable to each individual’s needs. While she provides guidance and support, she prioritizes meeting patients where they are in their journey. If a patient feels ambivalent about change, Laura works collaboratively with them to explore barriers and identify achievable, sustainable steps forward. Understanding where a patient is emotionally and mentally allows her to offer the right support and encouragement to create meaningful progress. Laura was inspired to pursue mental health work through her own experiences with intergenerational stress. She has witnessed firsthand how limited access to mental health services and societal pressure to manage stress independently can impact family relationships. Laura believes in empowering individuals to take an active role in their mental health, ultimately improving well-being at both personal and community levels. She has experience in school-based programs and private practice.
Practice hours (PDT)
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Academic Concerns
- Anxiety
- Body Image
- Depression
- Grief and Loss
- Panic
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Self-Esteem
- Trauma
Age groups
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Assessment/Evaluation
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Location
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – California
- Anthem – California
- Blue Shield of California – California
- Cigna – California
- Health Net – California
- Magellan – California
- Optum – California
- UCSC Student Insurance – California
- In-network insurance
Credentials
Licenses
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
141205, California