Laura Johnson, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Laura Johnson

(She/Her/Hers)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Accepting clients
Updated 19 days ago
7 years in practice

I am a compassionate and committed therapist who strives to create a warm, non-judgmental, safe space for clients.

Laura Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Dance Movement Therapist with seven years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked in various clinical settings, including private group practice, community mental health, and intensive outreach teams. Laura specializes in working with children, teens, adolescents, and families, addressing a range of diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and grief. Her approach is client-centered, utilizing cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapy techniques. Laura is known for her compassionate, committed, and warm presence, striving to create a non-judgmental, safe space for clients and their families, always with a touch of humor. Originally from New England, she recently relocated to Richmond, Virginia, and enjoys a great cup of coffee, spending time outdoors with her dog, and exploring the city.

Remote / In-person
Speaks English
Emergency number not available

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Body Image
  • Bullying
  • Burnout
  • Career
  • College and School Placement
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Depression
  • Grief and Loss
  • Life Transitions
  • Loneliness/Isolation
  • Panic
  • Peer Difficulties
  • Perfectionism
  • Performance Anxiety
  • Personal Growth
  • Relationship(s) with Friends/Roommates
  • Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
  • Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
  • School Concerns
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Social Anxiety
  • Trauma
  • Women's Issues
  • Work/Life Balance

Age groups

  • Children (under 10)
  • Preteens (10-12)
  • Teens (13-17)
  • Young adults (18-30)

Treatment specialties

Therapeutic modalities

  • Family Therapy
  • Individual Therapy

Treatments

  • Dance/Movement Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Play Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Location

  • Discovery Counseling and Consulting

    7760 Shrader Roadsuite bRichmond, VA 23228

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    Accommodations

    Entering the practice

    • Well-lit path to entrance
    • Door can be opened easily
    • Step-free entry
    • Flat path to the front door
    • Service animals allowed
    • Disabled parking spot (8ft / 2.4m)
    • Emotional support animals allowed

    Communication

    • Sign language interpreter
    • Language translator
    • Virtual remote interpreter (VRI)

    Settling in

    • Wide entry to clinician space

Remote options

  • Video

Payment options

Insurance

In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies

  • Aetna – Virginia
  • Anthem – Virginia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield – Virginia
  • Military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) – Virginia
  • Optum – Virginia
  • Sentara Healthcare – Virginia
  • Tricare – Virginia
  • United HealthCare – Virginia
  • United HealthCare Student Resources – Virginia
  • In-network insurance
  • Out-of-pocket

Credentials

Licenses

  • Licensed Professional Counselor

    0701015032, Virginia