Laura Phillips

Laura Phillips

Clinical Social Worker/therapist (716) 474-9046

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About Me

As a licensed therapist in New York, I bring 20 years of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on empowering clients to navigate life’s challenges with compassion and resilience. I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and trauma recovery, with a deep commitment to understanding each person’s unique journey.

My approach is rooted in creating a supportive, affirming space where clients can explore their experiences, heal from past wounds, and develop stronger self-understanding without judgement. I have extensive expertise in women’s issues, multicultural concerns, life transitions, and supporting individuals through complex emotional experiences like workplace stress, relationship challenges, and personal growth.

I am particularly passionate about helping clients build self-love, improve communication, overcome social anxiety, and work through feelings of isolation or shame. My therapeutic style emphasizes cultural sensitivity, personal empowerment, and collaborative healing. Whether you’re facing life transitions, relationship difficulties, or seeking deeper self-awareness, I’m here to support your path toward emotional wellness and personal transformation.

Orientation & Focus

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

  • Abandonment
  • Adoption & Foster Care
  • Avoidant Personality
  • Blended Families
  • Caregiver Stress
  • Codependency
  • Commitment Issues
  • Communication Problems
  • Depression
  • Divorce & Separation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emptiness
  • Family of Origin Issues
  • Fatherhood Issues
  • First responder issues
  • Forgiveness
  • Guilt & Shame
  • Hearing impaired
  • Infidelity
  • Isolation & Loneliness
  • Jealousy
  • Life Coaching
  • Midlife Crisis
  • Multicultural Concerns
  • Paranoia
  • Personality Disorders
  • Prejudice & Discrimination
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexuality & Sexual Identity
  • Social Anxiety
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Women's Issues
  • Workplace Issues
  • Young Adult Issues

Treatment Options

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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