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Laura Sims, LMFT

California LMFT focused on practical support
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and grief
  • ADHD and focus

About Laura Sims

Laura Sims is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 13 years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, and challenges with concentration and memory. She also has experience supporting individuals with focus difficulties commonly associated with ADHD.

Laura approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit each individual’s needs. She emphasizes collaborative care and practical strategies that align with the client’s goals and life circumstances. Seeking change takes courage, and she positions her role as a supportive partner who helps clients move toward greater fulfillment and wellbeing.

Throughout her practice Laura aims to empower people to build skills, strengthen relationships, and navigate difficult transitions. Her work centers on tailoring the therapeutic process so it responds to the specific concerns and strengths each person brings to therapy.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionADHD

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Communication problemsIsolation / lonelinessPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-love

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Laura Sims have?

Laura Sims has 13 years of experience.

Is Laura Sims a licensed therapist?

Yes. Laura Sims holds the credential LMFT. License details: CA LMFT 113239.

In which languages does Laura Sims provide therapy?

Laura Sims provides therapy in English.

Where is Laura Sims located?

Laura Sims is located in California.

How can I work with Laura Sims as my therapist?

Clients can work with Laura Sims through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Laura Sims work with international clients?

Laura Sims does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Laura Sims cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client’s location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match a client with a therapist. Depending on availability, the client can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could online therapy be the right fit?

Many people wonder whether connecting with a therapist remotely can make a real difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for many individuals.

One major benefit is flexibility - people can choose the format that fits their routine and comfort level, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility helps make therapy more accessible and easier to integrate into busy lives.

Licensed professionals provide these services, and clients can switch therapists if they feel another fit would better meet their needs. For those weighing options, online therapy offers a practical path to consistent support with many of the same therapeutic approaches available in person.

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