Laurie Mombay, MD, LCPC
Compassionate Maryland therapist focused on recovery and skills
- CBT and DBT skills
- Trauma and grief support
- 18 years experience
About Laurie Mombay
Laurie Mombay, MD, LCPC, is a licensed clinical professional counselor practicing in Maryland with 18 years of clinical experience. She brings a background in pastoral counseling, holding a Master’s Degree from Loyola College in Pastoral Counseling, while much of her work has been in secular settings such as outpatient clinics, employee assistance programs, and criminal justice contexts including victim advocacy and corrections. Her experience spans a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, anger, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping difficulties, bipolar disorder, relationship challenges, compassion fatigue, and related issues.
Her therapeutic style is compassionate and nonjudgmental, yet also direct and encouraging when clients are ready to make changes. Laurie emphasizes practical skills and tools so clients can translate insight into action; she believes that understanding is valuable, but what matters most is how a person uses that understanding to build a healthier, more satisfying life. Her primary orientation is cognitive behavioral therapy, and she has substantial experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy approaches for managing mood and behavior. She regularly supports people who have endured significant trauma and helps them find pathways to recovery and improved functioning.
Laurie came to counseling out of a genuine interest in listening to people’s stories and helping them make sense of their experiences. She creates a nurturing space to explore those stories and supports clients in shaping a life they find meaningful and worth living. Laurie holds MD and LCPC credentials - MD indicates a Doctor of Medicine and LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - and she combines clinical knowledge with practical skill-building to assist clients toward their goals.
Her therapeutic style is compassionate and nonjudgmental, yet also direct and encouraging when clients are ready to make changes. Laurie emphasizes practical skills and tools so clients can translate insight into action; she believes that understanding is valuable, but what matters most is how a person uses that understanding to build a healthier, more satisfying life. Her primary orientation is cognitive behavioral therapy, and she has substantial experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy approaches for managing mood and behavior. She regularly supports people who have endured significant trauma and helps them find pathways to recovery and improved functioning.
Laurie came to counseling out of a genuine interest in listening to people’s stories and helping them make sense of their experiences. She creates a nurturing space to explore those stories and supports clients in shaping a life they find meaningful and worth living. Laurie holds MD and LCPC credentials - MD indicates a Doctor of Medicine and LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - and she combines clinical knowledge with practical skill-building to assist clients toward their goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Antisocial personalityFamily of origin issuesImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Laurie Mombay have?
Laurie Mombay has 18 years of experience.
Is Laurie Mombay a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials MD and LCPC. License details: MD LCPC LC1506.
In which languages does Laurie Mombay provide therapy?
Laurie Mombay provides therapy in English.
Where is Laurie Mombay located?
Laurie Mombay is located in Maryland.
How can I work with Laurie Mombay as my therapist?
You can work with Laurie Mombay through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Laurie Mombay work with international clients?
Laurie Mombay does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Laurie Mombay 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.
Practical Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Laurie Mombay uses evidence-informed approaches adapted for remote work to help clients address mood, behavior, and trauma-related concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaching practical strategies to change them - it is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and sleep problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills - it is helpful for managing intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship difficulties. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on setting specific, achievable goals and building on existing strengths to create concrete change in shorter timeframes.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Laurie works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and life circumstances, then tailors methods from these approaches to fit the client’s needs. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy stays practical and focused on what the client wants to accomplish.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to engage from home or other convenient locations. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and maintain continuity of care, while still allowing therapists to teach skills, review progress, and support recovery in ways that suit each individual.