Laura Cole , LICSW

Laura Cole is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people cope with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family tension, trauma, and life changes. She is Laura Cole, LICSW, and brings 14 years of clinical practice in Minnesota to her work. Her tone is direct and compassionate, aimed at people looking for clear help and steady support.

She listens first to understand what feels most urgent. Then she and the person set simple goals and practical steps. Sessions focus on useful tools people can try between meetings. The pace is collaborative and paced to what each person needs.

Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns, including panic, mood struggles, post-traumatic stress, and issues around attachment and abandonment. She also supports people facing chronic pain, illness, or life transitions that leave them feeling stuck or isolated.

Conversations often include skills for managing strong feelings, improving communication, and rebuilding self-compassion after shame or guilt. Laura adapts her approach based on what helps a person make steady progress rather than following a single method.

People working with her can expect straightforward talk about goals and clear next steps. She emphasizes respect and sensitivity while helping people find healthier patterns. The aim is to help people regain a sense of direction and wellbeing in everyday life.

Evidence-based approaches and online care

Laura uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and understanding patterns. One common approach she uses teaches emotion-regulation and coping strategies to reduce anxiety and panic symptoms; it helps people identify triggers and practice tools to manage intense feelings. Another commonly used approach addresses trauma and post-traumatic stress by helping people process difficult memories at a pace they can handle and by building safety and grounding skills to reduce distress.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. She will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for brief check-ins, journaling between sessions, or when a quick touchpoint fits a busy day. These options help fit therapy into varied schedules and life demands, making consistent work on goals more achievable.