Laura Reed is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in providing compassionate support to individuals navigating profound life challenges, particularly grief and loss. She creates a therapeutic environment where clients can process their experiences while building stronger emotional foundations and healthier relationships. Laura offers faith-based counseling for those who wish to integrate their spiritual beliefs into their healing journey, honoring the role faith can play in finding meaning and purpose through difficult transitions. Her approach is particularly effective for clients committed to personal growth and open to transformative therapeutic approaches.

Her therapeutic methodology integrates several evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Psychodynamic Therapy. This comprehensive toolkit allows her to tailor her approach to each client's unique needs and preferences. Laura's holistic perspective acknowledges the interconnection between emotional, relational, and spiritual dimensions of well-being, fostering growth that encompasses the whole person. Her work provides clients with both practical coping strategies and deeper insights that support lasting transformation.

With a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University, Laura brings both academic knowledge and heartfelt commitment to her therapeutic practice. As an Associate MFT working under the supervision of Alissa Melendez, Psy.D., she benefits from regular professional consultation that enhances her therapeutic effectiveness while ensuring high-quality care for her clients. Her specialization in grief and loss has equipped her with a nuanced understanding of how these experiences impact emotional and relational well-being, informing her compassionate approach to healing.

Outside the therapy room, Laura nurtures her own well-being through nature exploration, finding both relaxation and inspiration in outdoor settings. She is an avid reader of both fiction and non-fiction, continually expanding her knowledge and perspective through literature. Laura's personal faith journey is central to her life, expressed through meaningful time with family, active participation in church activities, and thoughtful reflection on scripture. These practices reinforce the balance and wholeness she helps clients discover in their own lives.

• Laura offers specialized faith-based counseling that honors and integrates clients' spiritual beliefs into the therapeutic process, providing a holistic approach that addresses both psychological and spiritual dimensions of healing.

• Her extensive experience with grief and loss has equipped her with unique insights and sensitivities to support clients through profound life transitions, helping them find meaning and renewed purpose.

• Laura creates a therapeutic environment characterized by exceptional compassion and safety, where clients feel genuinely heard and valued as they navigate complex emotional terrain.

Supervised By: Annabelle Moreno, LMFT, MFC #134990