Laurie Tucker

Compassionate, practical therapy for life changes

LCSW New York

Experience: 8 years in practice
Focus areas: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Laurie

Laurie Tucker is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in New York with eight years of professional experience supporting people facing addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, and related challenges. She blends evidence-informed methods with empathic listening to create individualized plans that reflect each person's circumstances and goals.

Background and approach

Her work often addresses life transitions, motivation, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, and complex responses such as dissociation or post-traumatic stress. Laurie integrates cognitive behavioral techniques alongside client-centered and trauma-focused approaches to help clients explore patterns, build coping skills, and make meaningful changes.

She also brings experience with issues like ADHD, bipolar symptoms, process and substance-related addictions, and problems rooted in family of origin or codependency. Laurie emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in therapy and adapts conversations and treatment to fit what a client needs.

She frames the therapeutic relationship as collaborative, offering support and empowerment to those taking steps toward greater well-being and a more fulfilling life.

How Laurie’s Approaches Translate to Online Therapy

Laurie commonly integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and trauma-focused work into her online practice. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that contribute to distress and then practicing new skills to reduce symptoms like anxiety, panic, or depressive patterns. Trauma-focused therapy helps people process traumatic memories and learn grounding and regulation strategies to manage symptoms related to past abuse or post-traumatic stress.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Laurie approaches that choice collaboratively. She will work with each client to weigh goals, preferences, and the issues at hand to select or combine methods that feel like the best fit, adapting techniques over time as needs evolve.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules or to maintain continuity during life transitions while allowing licensed professionals to use the same therapeutic tools they would in person.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Laurie commonly address?

She works with people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem issues, relationship and family difficulties, anger, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and related struggles such as process addictions and post-traumatic stress.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style combines empathy and practical skill-building, using client-centered listening alongside structured interventions to help clients explore patterns and develop coping strategies.

What is her professional background and experience level?

She is a licensed clinical social worker with eight years of professional experience working with a range of behavioral health and trauma-related concerns.

Where is she licensed and based?

Laurie holds an LCSW license in New York, listed as NY LCSW 094409, and practices from that location.

Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?

She provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available for working together?

Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin therapy with her?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an appointment according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression ADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCodependencyCommunication problemsDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesGuilt and shameLife purposeMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Post-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English