Dr. Vanessa Laurent, CT Psychologist 3919, RI Psychologist PS01675
CBT-focused psychologist for stress and relationships
- CBT and ACT informed
- Family and relationship focus
- Accepts international clients
About Dr. Vanessa Laurent
Dr. Vanessa Laurent is a licensed psychologist practicing in Connecticut with additional licensure in Rhode Island, holding Connecticut license number 3919 and Rhode Island license PS01675. With nine years of professional experience, she draws on a multimodal framework while primarily identifying with cognitive behavioral therapy - an evidence-informed approach that helps clients reframe patterns of thinking and behavior.
She brings specialized training in family intervention, behavioral modification, and trauma-informed care, and is also trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing. This range of approaches enables her to tailor interventions to the issue at hand, whether addressing anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, or life transitions.
Dr. Laurent has worked with a diverse population across the lifespan, from toddlers to older adults, and with individuals from varied racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. She adapts her style to fit each person’s needs and personality, offering support for areas such as ADHD, intimacy-related issues, adoption and foster care, blended family dynamics, infertility and fertility concerns, body image and self-esteem, career and financial stressors, and coping after separation or infidelity.
Her practice emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and practical strategies to improve day-to-day functioning and relationships. She welcomes conversations about treatment options and works with each person to identify approaches that align with their goals and circumstances.
She brings specialized training in family intervention, behavioral modification, and trauma-informed care, and is also trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing. This range of approaches enables her to tailor interventions to the issue at hand, whether addressing anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, or life transitions.
Dr. Laurent has worked with a diverse population across the lifespan, from toddlers to older adults, and with individuals from varied racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. She adapts her style to fit each person’s needs and personality, offering support for areas such as ADHD, intimacy-related issues, adoption and foster care, blended family dynamics, infertility and fertility concerns, body image and self-esteem, career and financial stressors, and coping after separation or infidelity.
Her practice emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and practical strategies to improve day-to-day functioning and relationships. She welcomes conversations about treatment options and works with each person to identify approaches that align with their goals and circumstances.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Vanessa Laurent have?
Dr. Vanessa Laurent has nine years of experience providing psychological services.
Is Dr. Vanessa Laurent a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a licensed psychologist in Connecticut and Rhode Island - Connecticut license number 3919 and Rhode Island license PS01675.
In which languages does Dr. Vanessa Laurent provide therapy?
Dr. Vanessa Laurent provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Vanessa Laurent located?
Dr. Vanessa Laurent is located in Connecticut.
How can I work with Dr. Vanessa Laurent as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Vanessa Laurent through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Vanessa Laurent work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Vanessa Laurent works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Vanessa Laurent 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
Dr. Laurent commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns - an approach that is often applied to anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) complements this work by encouraging acceptance of difficult emotions while clarifying personal values and committed action, which can be useful for chronic stress, avoidance, and motivation challenges. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space in which the therapist follows the client's lead and fosters self-exploration, making it helpful for relationship, self-esteem, and identity concerns.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Dr. Laurent collaborates with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors techniques and goals together with clients so therapy feels purposeful and aligned with real-life priorities.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to receive ongoing support from licensed professionals across locations. These formats allow therapists to provide consistent care while accommodating work, family, and travel demands, and they support a range of therapeutic activities from skills coaching to conversational check-ins.
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