Laura Akins, LPC
- Stress and anxiety support
- Trauma and grief work
- Life transitions coaching
About Laura Akins
She combines professional training with a personal understanding of hardship, and her graduate research focused on spiritual development. Whatever a client's religious beliefs may be, she is skilled at exploring spiritual solutions alongside practical strategies for emotional and physical concerns. Laura relates to people on the basis of character rather than gender, race, politics, or creed, echoing the principle Dr. ML King expressed about the content of a person's character.
Laura holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and she uses a mix of clinical approaches to address stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, self-esteem, depression, addictions, trauma, and life transitions. Her work also touches on issues such as abandonment, codependency, family of origin concerns, and first responder stress, offering support that aims to restore purpose and emotional balance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Laura Akins have?
Laura Akins has 34 years of experience in counseling and supporting people through emotional and life challenges.
Is Laura Akins a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license is listed as TX LPC 63236.
In which languages does Laura Akins provide therapy?
Laura provides therapy in English.
Where is Laura Akins located?
Laura is located in Texas.
How can I work with Laura Akins as my therapist?
You can work with Laura through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Laura Akins work with international clients?
Laura Akins does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Laura Akins cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Laura draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor care to each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and develop willingness to face difficult thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful action - it can be useful for anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and a collaborative relationship, creating a supportive space for exploring emotions and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which often helps with mood, anxiety, and coping skills.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Laura works with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and the challenges they bring, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance aims to match therapeutic tools to what will help most at each stage of change.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet those needs through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make scheduling easier around work, family, and daily responsibilities, and allow people to access support from wherever they are. Licensed professionals can use these formats to provide consistent, focused care that fits into a client's life and supports steady progress.