Laura Essen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTP, CCTP
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Let's Connect (305) 823-3438
Most people experience thoughts, feelings & behaviors that prevent them from being truly happy or accomplishing their life goals. I am a psychotherapist in private practice. For over 30 years, I have been helping people to heal and change their lives . Also,I am a published author. I have many years of successful experience working with adults who are experiencing a wide- range of difficulties such as, TRAUMA & PTSD, CPTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Panic/Anxiety attacks, Phobias, Self-Esteem issues Social Anxiety, Grief, & Bereavement , Relationship issues, Stress, Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse, Neglect , Trauma, issues &others.
I am co-author of the book: Adult Survivors of Childhood Emotional,Physical and Sexual Abuse: Dynamics andTreatment , published by Jason Aronson, I have my certification as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional . Also, I am a Certified Telehealth Practitioner. The aftereffects of trauma and abuse not heal themselves. I can help you Heal and Thrive.
Our work together involves a collaborative effort in a safe ,empathic,& non-judgmental space to identify the underlying sources of your difficulties to change self-defeating patterns & behaviors .You will become more self aware &empowered while learning healthier skills to navigate life's challenges & achieving a more fulfilling life.
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Call or Email Laura Essen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (305) 823-3438
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- All PPO'S
- Anthem
- AvMed
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Florida Blue
- New Directions | Lucet
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- OSCAR of Florida
- Out of network
- SureFit
- Surest
- UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Laura Essen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTP, CCTP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (305) 823-3438
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / SW2338 Laura Essen
- In Practice for 39 years
- Attended Barry University, Graduated 1987
- License: Florida, LCSW 1989
- Certificate from Certified Clinical Trauma Professional 141393
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Laura Essen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTP, CCTP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (305) 823-3438
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- ADHD
- Adult Survivor of Childhood Abuse and or Trauma
- Adult Survivor of Childhood Abuse,Neglect & Trauma
- Anxiety/Panic attacks and Phobias
- Cancer
- Career Counseling
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Laura Essen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTP, CCTP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (305) 823-3438
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Family / Marital
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
- Reality Therapy
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
- Trauma-informed Care Therapy
Laura Essen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTP, CCTP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (305) 823-3438
Location
Nearby Areas
Laura Essen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTP, CCTP
Call for a free consultation now - (305) 823-3438