Laura Johnson, MSW, LICSW

(she/her)
Preferred Name: Laura

EMDR Certified Therapist

Online Therapy

About Me

I practice a holistic approach to wellness - mind, body, heart, spirit - to determine if these feel integrated and fulfilling and reflect someone's true nature. I incorporate EMDR, meditation, imagery, yoga, energy work, sand tray therapy, and other body practices into the healing process. While exploring, honoring, and releasing patterns that no longer serve and treating unresolved trauma, we will naturally reconnect with our true selves and life will begin to unfold in the most beautiful ways. I trust in each person's internal compass and innate healing ability and support the practice of aligning with that knowing. As a cancer survivor, I have a special interest in supporting those whose lives have been touched by cancer and other life-threatening or chronic diseases. These experiences are life-changing, and it is my honor to help people realize the transformative potential they can have.

Education & Experience

BS in Child Psychology; University of MN, Twin Cities; 2004 MSW in Clinical Social Work; University of St Thomas / College of St Catherine; 2008 Certified Healing Touch Practitioner; Healing Beyond Boarders; 2016 200 Yoga Teacher Training; Devanadi Yoga; 2018 EMDR Basic Training + Continuing Ed AIR Network training Play Therapy Training Sandtray Therapy

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

NASW

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Depression
  • Family Issues
  • Marriage/Relationship Issues
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Somatic Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Stress Management
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adults
  • BIPOC
  • LGBTQ+

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross BlueShield

UCare