Laura Stockdale, PhD, APPC

People are complicated. Life can be challenging and all of us get stuck from time to time. My approach with clients is to sit with them as they process, learn, grow, and develop. My therapeutic approach focuses on validating, teaching, empathy, compassion, and confronting problematic thought processes and ideas. I seek to help my clients gain the tools they need to continue growing and developing throughout their lives. It's my great privilege to walk with my clients on this journey.

I am a trauma-informed (EMDR trained) and insight-oriented therapist. For trauma work, I specialize in adults and cPTSD (complex PTSD). I have extensive training on the treatment of trauma and Complex or Developmental PTSD — working with cPTSD requires a trauma-informed, compassionate, and validating therapist. I use EMDR, IFS, narrative therapy, and trauma-informed CBT as treatment tools for PTSD.

I am passionate about helping couples gain deeper emotional and physical intimacy and connection. I believe in telling couples the truth. If dynamics within the relationship are standing in their way of physical and emotional intimacy, I will tell them — and I will help them learn new ways of connecting and communicating. I am well trained at managing the complex interplays between religiosity, faith, and trauma.

Mental health challenges can be managed, and symptoms can be alleviated through therapy. Therapy is a gift we give ourselves and future generations. I would be honored to walk with you on this journey.