Laura Brightwood, LCSW, M-Div is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist with over two decades of experience assisting individuals in overcoming life's challenges. She cultivates deep, trusting relationships with her clients and employs a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to each person’s unique needs. Laura’s mission is to empower her clients to uncover their true potential and lead fulfilling lives. She recognizes that healing often involves exploring stories of grief, trauma, and anxiety, and she skillfully guides clients through these narratives to help them find their own paths to wellness. Specializing in areas such as anxiety and stress management, grief and bereavement support, and mindfulness practices, Laura offers individual, couples, and family counseling. Her approach includes methodologies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Art Therapy, among others. Highly sensitive individuals, LGBTQIA individuals, and those from diverse backgrounds will feel welcomed and affirmed in her practice. Laura is known for her natural listening ability and her warm, informal demeanor, which makes the therapeutic process accessible and meaningful for all clients. With a creative spirit influenced by art and the shifting experiences of life, she provides a respectful and open environment for exploration and growth.