- Client-centered approach
- Focus on sleep
- Practical coping skills
About Laura
Laura Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Wisconsin. She brings five years of clinical experience and a steady, approachable manner to sessions. Laura aims to help people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, sleep problems, addiction, relationship strain, grief, anxiety, or other life changes. She emphasizes practical steps and clear conversations so clients can move forward one step at a time.
Laura earned a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Viterbo University in 2015 and is completing a Ph.D. in Advanced Studies of Human Behavior. Her background includes work with court-involved clients, people affected by addiction, military members and their families, and Alaska Native communities. She has experience in individual, group, couples, and family therapy, and runs psycho-educational groups.
Her work is grounded in client-centered therapy, which means sessions are shaped around each person's needs and goals. She also integrates cognitive behavioral approaches and acceptance-based skills when useful. Those methods are used to tackle symptoms, build coping tools, and change patterns that get in the way of daily life.
Laura describes herself as gentle and collaborative. She focuses on helping people sort through priorities, set realistic goals, and develop habits that support better sleep, healthier relationships, and clearer direction. The pace of work is guided by the client's comfort and practical needs.
Outside of counseling she spends time with family and her dogs. She also enjoys camping and riding ATV/UTV trails, activities she says help her recharge and stay grounded.
Approaches to online therapy and how they help
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, encourages people to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values. It can help with anxiety, stress, and getting unstuck when life feels overwhelming. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replacing them with practical strategies for better mood and improved sleep. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and sleep-related problems.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying tools, checking what works, and adjusting the plan together as progress is made.
Confirm the current session formats before booking so you know what options are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when days are tight. They also let people use visual tools, worksheets, and between-session exercises that support better sleep, coping skills, and emotion regulation. Discuss scheduling needs and practical concerns with the therapist when you set up your first appointment so sessions match everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns can Laura help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, sleep and resting difficulties, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting strain, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and related life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and gentle, using client-centered methods alongside cognitive and acceptance-based tools to build practical skills and clarify goals.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has five years of counseling experience and background working with court-involved clients, people affected by addiction, military members and families, and Alaska Native communities.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds the Licensed Professional Counselor credential, LPC, and practices in Wisconsin.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin therapy?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.