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Laura Mooney(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Rhode Island
Anxiety - Depression-Learning disabilities- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics- Relationship issues- Trauma-
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Professional statement

Laura works with teenagers, college and graduate students, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, perfectionism, ADHD, and the pressure to meet expectations in school, work, family, and relationships. She also supports clients from the LGBTQ+ community and those navigating experiences shaped by racial, societal, and political dynamics. Laura is committed to creating a space where people can show up fully as themselves—without needing to perform, mask, explain, or hold back in order to feel accepted. She has a particular interest in working with people-pleasers and those who feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them—often putting others' needs first and losing touch with their own in the process. Whether someone is moving through a life transition, untangling long-standing habits, or simply trying to stay afloat, Laura helps them find clarity and feel seen, heard, and understood.

Her approach is warm, person-centered, and grounded in real conversation. Laura builds each session around the unique needs, values, and lived experiences of the individual. While her work is deeply tailored, she draws from evidence-based, trauma-informed modalities—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based strategies—to support meaningful and lasting change. Each session is shaped by curiosity, compassion, and a focus on practical, sustainable steps forward.


Message to clients

Whether this is your first experience with therapy or you consider yourself a seasoned pro, I’m here to offer a fresh perspective in a compassionate space where you can be yourself. Our emotional and mental well-being matter just as much as our physical health, and we all deserve support in taking care of it—especially in 2025, given the challenges and complexities of today’s world. While I draw from evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed care, what matters most to me is creating a relationship where you feel seen, heard, and supported. I bring a unique combination of lived experience and clinical expertise to my practice and believe therapy should be a space where you don’t have to mask or perform due to fear of judgment or expectations.

If this resonates with you, please reach out, and we can schedule an initial session to see if I’m the right therapeutic fit for you!


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 6 years

LWM Counseling, LLC, LMHC, 2022 - Present
ME Psychotherapy , LMHC, 2021 - 2023
Community Counseling of Bristol County, mental health counselor and school based counselor, 2021 - 2022
Argosy Collegiate Charter School, School Adjustment Counselor , 2018 - 2021
Public Relations, Account Supervisor , 2004 - 2018

Lesley University, MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School Adjustment Counseling, 2019
Gettysburg College, BA English, 2004

Licensure

Rhode Island: MHC01341

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Learning disabilities - Developing strategies for successful learning specific to one’s unique strengths and challenges

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island BCBS RI
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$175 (55min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • PayPal
  • Venmo
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

If you're interested in working with me but your insurance provider is not one I currently accept, I offer super bills for clients who have out-of-network (OON) benefits.

To find out if your plan includes OON coverage, please check with your insurance provider. If it does, I can provide the necessary paperwork for you to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. This allows you to receive a refund for the cost of the session directly from your insurance. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like more information – I'm happy to help!


Book a Free Initial Consultation

The practice will call you for a free 10 minute phone call to discuss your needs and ensure a match!

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