Laura Todd, LCSW
- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- Grief and loss
About Laura Todd
Laura approaches therapy with a clear conviction that people retain the capacity to grow and change throughout their lives. Her work centers on helping clients develop greater self-awareness while building concrete knowledge and skills to manage their difficulties. Through collaborative guidance she aims to strengthen clients' confidence and equip them with practical strategies to face current challenges and pursue meaningful improvement.
Her style blends compassionate listening with skill-building so clients can navigate parenting concerns, grief, mood struggles, and everyday stressors with more resilience and purpose.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Laura Todd have?
Laura Todd has 16 years of professional experience in clinical work.
Is Laura Todd a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her California license is listed as CA LCSW 27946.
In which languages does Laura Todd provide therapy?
Laura Todd provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Laura Todd located?
Laura Todd is located in California.
How can I work with Laura Todd as my therapist?
You can work with Laura Todd through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Laura Todd work with international clients?
Laura Todd does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Laura Todd 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 remote support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people learn to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed actions toward what matters. It can be useful for those coping with anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, teaching practical skills to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. It is often used for anxiety, mood concerns, and stress management.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills to help with intense emotions and relationship challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Laura works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences, and adapts techniques over time as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions take place - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to access licensed professionals from different locations. This variety of formats supports ongoing work on skills, coping, and communication in ways that fit each client's routine.