Laura Whisman Abbruzzese is a Therapist based in the USA. My areas of speciality include Anger Management, Chronic Relapse, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Family Conflict, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Spirituality, and Stress. This profile is currently unclaimed; please validate the details are current when communicating with the mental health professional.
Therapist Overview
My areas of specialty include first responder PTSD, substance abuse, trauma, anxiety/depression, relationship discord, and mindfulness. I am EMDR trained and have extensive experience utilizing EMDR to resolve trauma associated with first responder experiences as well as trauma from accidents, illnesses, grief/loss, military combat, childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, and more. My work, as well as my personal life, is grounded in mindfulness. When we train our attention to stay in the present moment, we become much more aware of the stories we tell ourselves and how much suffering we experience as a result. I have served as counselor, supervisor, and clinical director in residential substance abuse treatment, and welcome clients impacted by this disease. I also thoroughly enjoy assisting clients who struggle with difficult emotions such as anxiety and depression, as well as those navigating situational hardships such as divorce, health challenges, etc. Among other modalities, I