Laura Johnston

Laura Johnston is a compassionate and trustworthy counselor with 15 years of experience as a dually-licensed professional in substance abuse and mental health counseling. She understands that many of life’s challenges lead individuals to seek therapy, and she creates a secure environment for clients to share their concerns, develop better coping skills, and discover solutions to their problems. Laura is dedicated to reducing stigma around treatment and assisting clients in rebuilding their lives by meeting them where they are and focusing on their strengths. Clients receive encouragement and direct guidance as Laura employs an eclectic therapy approach tailored to individual needs. She specializes in supporting adolescents and adults dealing with issues such as depression, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, relational difficulties, and self-esteem challenges. Additionally, she guides those close to individuals suffering from substance use disorders or mental health issues and navigates the complexities of work or school difficulties, family and life transitions, abuse, and bereavement. With her background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered therapy, among others, Laura is particularly skilled in helping clients are undergoing significant lifestyle changes often associated with early recovery from substance use disorders.