Laura Shughart, LCSW, CSW

Laura Shughart is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with eight years of experience helping people navigate difficult moments and pursue meaningful change. She focuses on practical concerns such as managing stress and anxiety, addressing addiction, improving sleep, and developing healthier ways to respond to anger. Her work centers on a collaborative and strengths-based stance that honors each person as the expert of their own story and builds on the resources they already possess.

In session she offers steady support and guidance as clients identify goals, explore options, and put new coping strategies into practice. Her approach is compassionate and client-centered, emphasizing collaboration and respect for each individual’s pace and priorities. She integrates a range of therapeutic methods when appropriate, including client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based work, and motivational interviewing.

Shughart holds LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and CSW state social work credentials and brings a practical, person-focused perspective to counseling. She is committed to walking alongside clients as they pursue healing, growth, or simply need support through a challenging time.