Laura is a licensed therapist and addiction specialist with extensive experience supporting adults with co-occurring mental health conditions, trauma, substance use disorders, and justice involvement. In addition to her clinical work, she develops structured behavioral health and life-skills curricula designed for use in correctional, reentry, and adult learning environments.
Laura holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University and advanced certification in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. She is a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) and a federally registered Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), bringing specialized expertise in substance use evaluation, treatment planning, and behavior change support. She serves on the executive board of the Rhode Island Association of Addiction Professionals, where she advocates for accessible, ethical, and person-centered addiction services.
Her work integrates evidence-based counseling approaches with practical, strengths-focused skill development that supports resilience, stability, and long-term change.
She is the developer of Foundations for Change™, a structured cognitive life-skills and behavior change curriculum designed for justice-involved populations, reentry programs, and adult learning settings.
Healing starts with feeling truly seen, heard, and supported. I provide personalized, evidence-based mental health services to adults across Rhode Island, with a specialized focus on addiction and co-occurring disorders. Care is delivered entirely online, offering flexibility and privacy while maintaining the highest standard of clinical support.
Whether you’re navigating substance use with anxiety, depression, or a major life transition, my approach is rooted in compassion, clarity, and real, sustainable progress. Counseling at Havenwood Health is not one-size-fits-all – it’s grounded in your unique story and strengths.
Our mission is to provide accessible, personalized mental health care that supports each individual in creating a life of clarity, purpose, and meaningful growth.