Laurie Shear, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Laurie!

I provide a safe and caring environment for people to explore their thoughts and feelings in order to make healthy life choices. I tailor therapy to each individual and their unique needs. I look forward to helping you find more peace and less stress in your life.

My focus

I have extensive experience with mood disorders, anxiety, stress, bipolar disorder, relationships, domestic violence, trauma, and anger management. In addition, I have worked closely with the military, police, firemen, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers and Agents.

My approach

I use an eclectic approach in therapy. Some of the theoretical approaches I use include: Rogerian, Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, Humanistic therapy, Behavioral, Psychoanalytic, and Family Systems Theory.

My communication style

My clients have told me they feel safe, comfortable, and that I am easy to talk to. I create a welcoming and non-judgmental atmosphere, and also use humor at times.

My journey to mental healthcare

I am an empath and have always been able to relate to and feel others' emotions. I am passionate about psychology and am always working on my mental well-being. Providing therapy brings me great satisfaction because I see my clients' lives improve, and this makes my job worth doing.

My goals for you

I work together with clients to make attainable and clear goals that we can work toward together.

Our first session

During the first session, I will discuss what brought you to therapy. I will also get a little background on you and your issues that you are seeking treatment for.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Non-denominational

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Compassion Focused

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Humanistic

Imago Relationship Therapy

Mindfulness-Based

Psychoanalytic

+ 8 more

Focus populations

LGBTQIA+

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

+ 3 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 56 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from United States International University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Laurie Shear