
Laura McElhinny Therapy and Consulting
Phone: 724-383-6747
Email: lauramcelhinny@gmail.com
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Hey there! I’m Laura,
and I’m excited to meet you!
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for more
than 15 years. As an EMDRIA Approved EMDR
Consultant and Therapist, I have supported
thousands of clients on their healing journeys
through EMDR therapy. Additionally, I am a
mother of four, a wife and skilled at balancing
all the responsibilities that come with these roles!
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Areas of Specialization:
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As an EMDR therapist, I offer compassionate, evidence-based support for individuals navigating a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. I specialize in helping clients heal, grow, and reclaim a sense of peace and resilience in the following areas:
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Perinatal and Postnatal Mental Health
Supporting women and birthing individuals through the emotional complexities of pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood. -
Significant Life Stressors
Helping you process and adapt to major life changes such as divorce, relocation, loss, or career transitions. -
Unresolved Childhood Trauma
Gently working through painful early experiences that continue to impact your present life. -
Relationship Challenges
Guiding individuals through marital conflicts, difficulty finding healthy partnerships, and patterns of toxic or emotionally unavailable relationships. -
Narcissistic Abuse & Codependency
Providing support for those healing from relationships with narcissistic partners, parents, or friends, and addressing codependent dynamics. -
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Using EMDR to address the roots of obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors with care and precision. -
Phobias and Irrational Fears
Helping you overcome fears that limit your daily life and sense of freedom. -
Body Image and Eating Disorders
Supporting individuals in healing their relationship with food, body, and self-worth. -
Physical Health and Wellness Challenges
Exploring the emotional blocks that may be preventing progress toward better physical health. -
Sports Performance and Mindset
Assisting athletes and performers in overcoming mental roadblocks and achieving peak potential. -
Anxiety, Depression, and Mood Disorders
Offering structured, compassionate care to ease emotional suffering and stabilize mood. -
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Helping you process and move beyond traumatic events with a sense of safety and control. -
Chronic Overwhelm and Burnout
Supporting you in reclaiming balance, clarity, and calm in your daily life. -
Addiction and Recovery
Addressing the underlying emotional pain that fuels substance use or behavioral addictions. -
Lack of Joy or Inner Peace
Guiding you toward a deeper connection with yourself and a more fulfilling life experience.
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Licensures and Certifications:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker: CW016790
EMDRIA Approved EMDR Consultant and Certified Therapist since 2010
Perinatal and Postpartum Certified Therapist since 2013
Ego States and Parts Work Therapist
Attachment Theory and Polyvagal Theory Therapist
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