Laney Stenquist, LCSW, is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist who believes deeply in the inherent strength of individuals to aid themselves on their healing journeys. With a strong focus on self-awareness and actualization, Laney utilizes analysis of thought processes, past experiences, and family dynamics to empower her clients. She recognizes that this journey requires immense strength, empathy, humility, and vulnerability, yet she encourages that a deeper understanding of oneself fosters emotional intelligence and leads to greater happiness and healing. Laney meets her clients where they are, skillfully leveraging their natural strengths to facilitate lasting and meaningful changes in their lives. Her genuine enjoyment of building trusting relationships underscores her commitment to respect and understanding in therapy. Counseling, in Laney's view, serves as a powerful tool for gaining insights applicable to one's self, rather than a means of forcing conformity. She is passionate about conveying to her clients that they are loved, valued, and significant, while helping them recognize the hope, healing, and potential within themselves. Laney's decision to become a social worker stems from her unwavering passion for aiding others and her commitment to raising mental health awareness within the community to combat stigma and judgment. She advocates for the recognition of mental health as a vital aspect of individual well-being, deserving of proper attention and care to promote health and healing.