Laura Carrillo Verified Provider

Laura Carrillo is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Gilbert, Arizona, providing compassionate virtual therapy through First Step Therapy. Her practice focuses on helping adults navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD and OCD using evidence based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and EMDR. 

Clients value her nonjudgmental, collaborative approach and her commitment to culturally sensitive, affirming care.

What Kinds of Therapy Does Laura Carrillo Offer?

Laura specializes in trauma focused treatment as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), integrating CBT, DBT, EMDR, attachment based techniques and motivational interviewing. She treats anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD and childhood trauma, tailoring her evidence based approach to each client’s unique goals and background.

Who Can Get Help at First Step Therapy?

Laura works with adults (ages 18 years and older) in individual and family therapy formats. Her practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming and offers bilingual services in English and Spanish, reflecting her bicultural background and dedication to serving diverse communities.

Where Are Therapy Sessions Held?

First Step Therapy currently provides teletherapy services only via a HIPAA compliant platform. Her virtual practice is based in Gilbert, Arizona and clients must be located in Arizona at the time of their session.

She accepts multiple insurance plans, including Aetna, Optum, Oscar, Oxford, UMR and UnitedHealthcare. Self pay sessions are $150, with sliding scale options available and reduced fees ($40 to $70) through Open Path Collective.

How Do I Start Working With Laura?

Laura offers a free 15 minute phone consultation to discuss your needs and see if her approach feels like a good fit. This initial call is a great opportunity to ask questions and learn more about her trauma informed, culturally responsive therapy style.