Laura Pengelly, LMFT
- Relationship focus
- Family systems expertise
- Trauma informed care
About Laura Pengelly
Laura focuses on practical, solution-oriented work that helps clients identify and try strategies that can reduce distress and improve functioning. She has extensive experience treating relationship difficulties as well as individual concerns such as depression, anxiety, anger, grief, and issues related to trauma. In addition to family and couples work, she has supported clients with parenting and intimacy-related concerns, attachment issues, and a range of mood and behavioral challenges.
She has worked with people of all ages and their families, and she is certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a specialized approach for supporting those who have experienced trauma. Based in Pennsylvania, Laura is committed to helping clients find manageable solutions and to collaborating on a path forward that fits each person’s needs and goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Laura Pengelly have?
Laura Pengelly has 22 years of experience.
Is Laura Pengelly a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license details are PA LMFT MF000859.
In which languages does Laura Pengelly provide therapy?
Laura Pengelly provides therapy in English.
Where is Laura Pengelly located?
Laura Pengelly is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Laura Pengelly as my therapist?
You can work with Laura Pengelly through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Laura Pengelly work with international clients?
Laura Pengelly does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Laura Pengelly 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 with therapy 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 Support
Laura draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused approaches to guide online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and adjust unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses the effects of traumatic experiences by helping clients process and integrate those experiences while developing coping strategies to reduce ongoing symptoms.
She also uses Solution-Focused techniques that emphasize clear, achievable goals and building on existing strengths to create change. These methods are practical and oriented toward helping clients notice progress and try small, manageable steps that can lead to improvement.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Laura will work together with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress is made. Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging expand access and make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives. These options offer flexibility in scheduling, allow continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult, and let clients choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for them.