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Dr. Laura Riness, LPCC

Minnesota LPCC specializing in anxiety and adjustment
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Parenting support
  • Home and work issues

About Dr. Laura Riness

Dr. Laura Riness is a Minnesota-licensed LPCC - a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - with seven years of professional experience supporting people through common life challenges. She has worked with individuals coping with stress and anxiety, adjustment concerns, parenting struggles, low motivation, self-esteem difficulties, and depression, addressing how these issues show up both at home and at work.

Her practice emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship in which clients are invited to explore thoughts and feelings openly. She aims to build an environment where difficult topics can be named and examined without fear of criticism. Acknowledging that seeking change takes courage, she offers steady support throughout the process of moving toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Dr. Riness blends practical strategies with empathetic listening to help clients identify goals and develop skills that fit their daily lives. She partners with each person to tailor the work to their unique circumstances and to foster sustainable progress over time.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsInfidelityMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Laura Riness have?

Dr. Laura Riness has 7 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Laura Riness a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. License details: MN LPCC cc01563.

In which languages does Dr. Laura Riness provide therapy?

Dr. Laura Riness provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Laura Riness located?

Dr. Laura Riness is located in Minnesota.

How can I work with Dr. Laura Riness as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Laura Riness through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Laura Riness work with international clients?

Dr. Laura Riness does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Laura Riness 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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

Dr. Laura Riness draws on several well-established approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and can help with relationship difficulties, trust issues, and emotional regulation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental partnership - the therapist follows the client's lead and supports self-directed growth, which is helpful for improving self-esteem, motivation, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviors, making it useful for managing anxiety, depression, and stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Dr. Riness collaborates with clients to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps ensure the therapy feels relevant and effective for each individual.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for people balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care, access licensed professionals from home, and continue progress even when schedules or life situations change.

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