Laura Spera, LMFT

California LMFT specializing in relationships and mood

Stress and anxiety
Addictions and recovery
Communication and self-love

About Laura Spera

Laura Spera is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 14 years of clinical experience. She works with individuals facing a range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, and depression, and brings additional focus to areas such as attachment difficulties, communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, mood disorders, self-love, social anxiety and phobia, women's issues, and workplace challenges.

Her style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she avoids stigmatizing labels. Therapy is tailored to each person, with dialogue and treatment plans shaped around individual needs and goals. She offers supportive strategies for improving communication, cultivating self-love, and supporting healing while honoring each person’s unique path.

Drawing on evidence-informed practices and an empathetic stance, Laura focuses on helping people build resilience, reconnect with their strengths, and create meaningful change. She works with a wide variety of backgrounds and belief systems, providing an understanding space for exploring purpose and developing personal insight.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Self esteem Depression

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Laura Spera have?

Laura Spera has 14 years of clinical experience.

Is Laura Spera a licensed therapist?

Yes. Laura Spera holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her California license is CA LMFT 47671.

In which languages does Laura Spera provide therapy?

Laura Spera provides therapy in English.

Where is Laura Spera located?

Laura Spera practices in California.

How can I work with Laura Spera as my therapist?

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

Does Laura Spera work with international clients?

Laura Spera does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Laura Spera cost?

Costs can vary based on location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

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

Is online therapy a good fit for individuals?

Many people consider whether remote therapy can meaningfully support their well-being. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions, online therapy can be an effective option and is widely used as an alternative to in-person care.

One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can connect with therapists in the format that best fits their lives - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to integrate therapy into busy schedules and varied routines.

Licensed professionals offer a range of therapeutic approaches remotely, and clients may switch therapists if a different fit is desired. For many people, online therapy provides a practical, accessible way to pursue support and personal growth.

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