Laura Morse, CST
About Me
Laura Morse, M.Ed., LPC serves as the Executive Director at Sun Point Wellness Center where she oversees Lancaster, Pennsylvania’s talk therapy center. She earned The Lavanda P. Muller Fellowship at The Pennsylvania State University. She is a social justice advocate and also provides pro bono therapy services in the community. Morse is a Certified Sex Therapist from AASECT(American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists). Additionally, Morse is a professional member of AASECT, and the American Counseling Association. She holds degrees from Franklin & Marshall College, The Pennsylvania State University and Council for Relationships. Morse’s additional training includes Level 1, 2 & 3 Gottman Method Couples Training certification. Along with a post-bac degree from Council for Relationships. She's also trained in Sex Addiction Therapist Model from The International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals. She integrates EMDR (eye movement desensitization & reprocessing) into sessions to allow her clients to move past trauma and live fulfilling lives. To reach out to Laura Morse, email: laura@sunpointwellness.com.
Education & Experience
Masters in Counselor Education with Emphasis in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in Schools & Communities, The Pennsylvania State University AASECT Certified Sex Therapist EMDR Certified Therapist - EMDRIA Level 1, Level 2 & Level 3 Gottman Method Couples Training certification Classically Trained Chef at The Natural Gourmet Institute & Facilitator of Groups for Individuals Struggling with Eating Disorders AASECT Professional Member & Post-Graduate Trained Sex Therapist at Council for Relationships Board Certified Counselor (National Board of Certified Counselors - #339987) Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, Module 1: - International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals (CSAT Training) Certified Sexologist - The American College of Sexologists International Fully Trained EMDR Therapist - Institute for Creative Mindfulness, EMDRIA - Approved EMDR Program Prepare/Enrich Certified Couples Facilitator Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate, Cornell University Laura Morse currently is accepting new clients for the following group counseling options: GBTQ Breaking the Male* Code Group, Emerging Young Adult Group, Pelvic Pain Support Group & Thinking Women's Group.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
“I’m starting to have a healthy relationship with my own body. At over 60 years old and starting retirement, I’m now enjoying sex for the first time. I appreciated the sensitive and encouraging atmosphere that Laura created.” - Retired CEO in the DC area “Our daughter was struggling with crippling anxiety at college, and in a collaborative effort of family sessions, and individual therapy for our daughter - she was able to thrive during her junior year at college.” - Parents of a Student at University of Maryland “I was nervous about beginning therapy for the first time -but Laura was so easy to talk to, and provided practical advice that helped me alleviate depression that I had been struggling with for years.” - Mother in Silver Spring, MD “Sex was always an area of frustration and debate in our relationship. We went from avoidance and arguing around intimacy issues for years to having enjoyable sex & learning to reconnect after a couple months of processing our differences.” - Couple in the DC area
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Addictions
- Bipolar Disorder
- Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders
- Domestic Violence
- Eating Disorders
- Gender Identity
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Performance Enhancement
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Schizophrenia
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Sleep Disorders
- Somatic Issues
- Stress Management
- Suicide Risk
- Survivor's Guilt
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Community Mental Health Center
- Couples
- Families
- Group
- Immigrants
- LGBTQ+
- Seniors
- Underserved
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
