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Available both in-person and online
Tacoma, WA 98409
Therapy is about progress, not perfection. You are the expert on what works for you, even if it doesn’t seem clear right now. Together we can figure out where support could be helpful. It takes practice to learn to be vulnerable and to find the words to describe our inner lives. All emotions have meaning, and together we can figure out what they’re trying to tell you.
Laurel's style is collaborative, authentic, practical, and compassionate. She adapts and integrates modalities to embrace what works best for you. Laurel always aims to be gender, culture, and body affirming. Laurel includes intuitive, embodied, and communal healing practices into her therapeutic practice.
Caring for your emotional wellness is a powerful act of resistance and self-liberation. Therapy is not the only way to get there, but it can sure help. Finding a therapist that you trust is essential. Reach out to see if I could be a good fit for you and to discuss any accommodations you may need.
Take the first step to help. Call or Laurel Hightower now - (253) 243-3826

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Thresholds Collective

Tacoma, WA 98409

(253) 243-3826
My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD  
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (253) 243-3826
Photo of Laurel Hightower, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Thresholds Collective

Tacoma, WA 98409

(253) 243-3826
My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD  
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Providence
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Regence
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Accepting insurance as of 9/1/2023
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Laurel Hightower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
or call with questions - (253) 243-3826
"
Accepting insurance as of 9/1/2023
Photo of Laurel Hightower, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Laurel Hightower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
or call with questions - (253) 243-3826

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LW61385917 Laurel Hightower
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended University of Washington, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2019
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with National Association of Social Workers (NASW) 2020
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Laurel Hightower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (253) 243-3826
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Laurel Hightower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (253) 243-3826

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues
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Laurel Hightower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (253) 243-3826
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Laurel Hightower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (253) 243-3826

2 Endorsements

Courtney Covington
Courtney Covington
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLICSW
Laurel is a compassionate and highly skilled therapist who consistently tailors her approach to provide exceptional care to meet each client's unique needs.
Heather Horner
Heather Horner
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLICSW
Laurel's calm presence and superior clinical skills provide an individualized approach to client care. She is empathetic and positive. She meets clients with compassion and care allowing them to lead a more fulfilling life. I highly recommend her!

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Feminist
  • Integrative
  • Jungian
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Trauma Focused
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Laurel Hightower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (253) 243-3826
Photo of Laurel Hightower, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Laurel Hightower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (253) 243-3826

Location

Primary Location

Thresholds Collective

Tacoma, WA 98409

(253) 243-3826
Photo of Laurel Hightower, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Laurel Hightower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (253) 243-3826
Photo of Laurel Hightower, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Laurel Hightower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (253) 243-3826