Laurie Speed - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

14 years experience

About Laurie Speed

As a licensed therapist in Texas, I bring over a decade of compassionate counseling experience supporting individuals through life's most challenging transitions. My approach is deeply rooted in understanding and addressing complex emotional landscapes, with specialized expertise in depression, anxiety, trauma recovery, and grief counseling. I am committed to helping clients navigate personal struggles with empathy and practical strategies. My therapeutic work focuses on fostering self-love, improving communication skills, overcoming isolation, and healing from feelings of guilt and shame. I offer a supportive, faith-informed perspective for those seeking guidance aligned with Christian values. My practice centers on creating a safe, understanding environment where individuals can explore their emotional experiences, develop resilience, and rediscover personal strength. I believe in walking alongside my clients, offering gentle guidance as they work towards meaningful personal growth and emotional well-being.

Licenses

LPC

16965

Professional experience

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Coping with life changes

Clinical Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Narrative Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Laurie is simply the best. I couldn’t have picked a better person to listen and guide me. She allows me think, speak, and helps me process what I’m saying/actions I’ve taken. Thank you Laurie🩷”

“Laurie listen well and is genuinely concerned.”

“I feel better after talking to her and having some one else confirm, "yes, these things were hurtful and should not have happened that way." I feel like I'm getting stronger within myself and back to normal. I don't cry EVERY day anymore and most of the hurtful things roll of my back and I have the strength to stand up, say "NO MORE", and walk away.”

“She is so wonderful at letting me rant my feelings out and I have full confidence that she will be able to help me with anything I present her. She’s good at calling me out in a way that translates to me. Great match!”

“Laurie is great!”

“Laurie is fantastic, she’s so great at providing different angles on certain situations that you may not have thought of before. She’s very considerate of your feelings in regards to suggestions she makes for you, asks great questions to really get you to think about and help you with whatever you’re dealing with.”

“LAURIE IS SO GREAT. I would highly recommend her as a therapist. She truly cares.”

“Great listening and phenomenal advice .”

“I’ve been working with her for a bit now, and she really listens, offers great advice and solutions, and is a safe, supportive sounding board.”

“Laurie is kind, understanding and professional. She is always on time and keeps an open line of communication. She makes me feel comfortable and challenges me to set and meet personal goals and encourages me to dig deep into important issues.”

“Laurie is extremely helpful. She has been essential to my healing. She knows when to listen, how to respond and provide the right advice when appropriate. I highly recommend her.”

“Great!”

“Laurie is fabulous! All of our sessions are handled in a conversational manner. Laurie listens to my experiences and to my goals for healing, and then responds appropriately without judgement or inference of her personal views. ”

“Laurie has been very supportive, compassionate, and helpful. She is so kind and a very good listener. She has helped me to work through a really difficult situation with my adult, special needs, step son. I highly recommend Laurie. ”

“Understanding. Knowledgable. ”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.