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Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist

Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN (she, her)

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3 Endorsed
55 Macintosh Drive, Stoney Creek, ON L8E
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Available both in-person and online
55 Macintosh Drive Stoney Creek, ON L8E
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Life can look “fine” on the outside while your body feels anything but. Your mind won’t slow down. Your chest feels tight. You’re exhausted from holding everything together. Pushing through isn’t working anymore. You’re not broken. Your nervous system is overwhelmed and asking for support. I help adults who feel anxious, burnt out, stressed disconnected from themselves. Many are caregivers or professionals who are used to being strong for everyone else and are finally ready to feel grounded, safe, and supported too.
As a Registered Nurse, Psychotherapist, I integrate somatic, body-based stress release with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to gently regulate your nervous system and transform patterns at their root. Together we create lasting calm, clarity and resilience so you feel grounded, empowered, and fully yourself again.
Therapy with me is warm, collaborative and thoughtfully paced to your needs. You don’t need the right words or a perfect explanation we begin exactly where you are. Clients often feel calmer, more grounded, and deeply connected to themselves and others. When you’re ready for meaningful change, I’m here to support you.
Call or Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (365) 796-1231

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Healing with Love

55 Macintosh Drive

Stoney Creek, ON L8E map

(365) 796-1231

Located at Immersive OM Evenings available.

42 King Street East

unit 2

Hamilton, ON L8G map

Website
Offering in-person sessions in Stoney Creek & online therapy across Ontario. Flexible scheduling, including evenings.
I specialize in Anxiety, Stress and Burnout 
, $160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Welcome I am ready to support you in your journey. You don't have to do this alone.
Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist
Let's Connect (365) 796-1231
Photo of Laura Agresta - Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist, Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Healing with Love

55 Macintosh Drive

Stoney Creek, ON L8E map

(365) 796-1231

Located at Immersive OM Evenings available.

42 King Street East

unit 2

Hamilton, ON L8G map

Website
Offering in-person sessions in Stoney Creek & online therapy across Ontario. Flexible scheduling, including evenings.
I specialize in Anxiety, Stress and Burnout 
, $160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Welcome I am ready to support you in your journey. You don't have to do this alone.
Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, e-Transfer, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • First Nations Health Authority
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Sessions are $160 and payable by credit card. Receipts are provided for insurance reimbursement. Direct billing for NHIB. Coverage varies by plan. Not sure if you're covered? I'm happy to helpnbook a free 20-min consult.
Photo of Laura Agresta - Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist, Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist
Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 796-1231
"
Sessions are $160 and payable by credit card. Receipts are provided for insurance reimbursement. Direct billing for NHIB. Coverage varies by plan. Not sure if you're covered? I'm happy to helpnbook a free 20-min consult.
Photo of Laura Agresta - Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist, Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist
Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 796-1231

Qualifications

    Psychiatric Nurse: Laura Agresta

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 17287213 Laura Agresta
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Attended McMaster University, Nursing BScN, Graduated 2017
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from The EMBODY Lab Somatic Stress Release Practitioner / 2025
  • Degree/Diploma from Mohawk College Practical Nursing Diploma / 2012
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With over a decade of nursing experience, I bring a grounded, compassionate approach to psychotherapy. Clients often note that therapy feels personalized and supportive. Drawing from nursing and psychotherapy, I adapt care to meet each client's unique needs and goals.
Photo of Laura Agresta - Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist, Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist
Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 796-1231
"
With over a decade of nursing experience, I bring a grounded, compassionate approach to psychotherapy. Clients often note that therapy feels personalized and supportive. Drawing from nursing and psychotherapy, I adapt care to meet each client's unique needs and goals.
Photo of Laura Agresta - Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist, Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist
Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 796-1231

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Burnout

Expertise

  • Caregivers
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Women's Issues
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I work with teachers and aviation professionals navigating stress, anxiety, and burnout. In our initial sessions, we'll explore what's impacting your nervous system and create a practical plan using CBT, Brainspotting, and somatic strategies. Many clients begin to feel calmer, more focused, and better able to manage pressure within the first few weeks.
Photo of Laura Agresta - Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist, Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist
Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 796-1231
"
I work with teachers and aviation professionals navigating stress, anxiety, and burnout. In our initial sessions, we'll explore what's impacting your nervous system and create a practical plan using CBT, Brainspotting, and somatic strategies. Many clients begin to feel calmer, more focused, and better able to manage pressure within the first few weeks.
Photo of Laura Agresta - Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist, Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist
Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 796-1231

3 Endorsements

Kimberly Ann Larivee
Kimberly Ann Larivee
RNCMHNLNC
Laura is a kind soul, whose expertise and approach is calming, and reassuring. To work with her is a blessing. Her professionalism is exemplary. Her compassion is unmatched. Highly recommend Laura.
Life Coach Kim
Life Coach Kim
BScNRN PsychCBT
I trust Laura's knowledge of mental health, and her work with Team CBT, with providing her clients with a warm empathetic approach, which empowers them to overcome many life challenges. Laura brings forth clinical skill and genuine compassion with empathy.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Deaf Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Indigenous Peoples

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Deaf Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Indigenous Peoples

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Brainspotting Somatic Stress Release practitioner
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Integrative
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Team CBT
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Because of my nursing background, I understand how emotional stress shows up physically through tension, fatigue, sleep disruption, and chronic overwhelm. We work together to support your whole system, not just your thoughts. This is therapy that meets you where you are without pressure to "fix" yourself.
Photo of Laura Agresta - Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist, Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist
Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 796-1231
"
Because of my nursing background, I understand how emotional stress shows up physically through tension, fatigue, sleep disruption, and chronic overwhelm. We work together to support your whole system, not just your thoughts. This is therapy that meets you where you are without pressure to "fix" yourself.
Photo of Laura Agresta - Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist, Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist
Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 796-1231

Location

Primary Location

Healing with Love

55 Macintosh Drive

Stoney Creek, ON L8E

(365) 796-1231

Additional Location

Located at Immersive OM Evenings available.

42 King Street East

unit 2

Hamilton, ON L8G

(365) 796-1231

Nearby Areas

Postal Codes

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Offering in-person sessions in Stoney Creek & online therapy across Ontario. Flexible scheduling, including evenings.
Photo of Laura Agresta - Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist, Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist
Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Call for a free consultation now - (365) 796-1231
"
Offering in-person sessions in Stoney Creek & online therapy across Ontario. Flexible scheduling, including evenings.
Photo of Laura Agresta - Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist, Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Laura Agresta RN, Psychotherapist
Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Call for a free consultation now - (365) 796-1231