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Laurel Eigner

Practical, compassionate therapy with proven tools

LCSW Connecticut

Experience
20 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy
Languages
English
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About Laurel

Laurel Eigner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Connecticut who draws on two decades of clinical experience to support people facing stress, mood concerns, relationship strain, and career challenges.

Background and approach

She combines practical, evidence-informed techniques with a calm, approachable manner to help clients navigate anxiety, depression, grief, bipolar-related concerns, and major life transitions. Her practice also addresses workplace issues, compassion fatigue, panic attacks, isolation and aging-related concerns.

Known for a warm and steady presence, Laurel aims to create a relaxed atmosphere where clients can explore coping skills, enhance self-esteem, and pursue personal or professional goals through both counseling and coaching. Her background includes crisis stabilization work and clinical experience across a range of populations, including young adults, families, and geriatric clients.

She offers care in English and uses session formats that fit varied schedules, helping people find practical strategies to manage symptoms and move forward.

Combining CBT and Mindfulness for Online Support

Laurel frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete strategies for changing behavior and reducing distress; this approach is often useful for anxiety, depression, panic symptoms, and workplace-related problems. Mindfulness Therapy is also part of her toolkit, teaching present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance skills that can support stress reduction, coping with grief, and managing compassion fatigue.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Laurel works with each person to clarify goals, try practical techniques, and adjust methods over time so the therapy fits the client's needs, preferences, and everyday life rather than imposing a single solution.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options can make it easier to fit consistent therapeutic work into busy lives and to maintain progress between appointments through brief check-ins or messaging when needed.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Laurel commonly address?
She works with clients facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, low self-esteem, career challenges, bipolar concerns, and coping with life changes, along with issues like compassion fatigue and workplace stress.
What therapeutic approach or style does she use?
Her practice is informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Therapy, blending practical skill-building with attention to present-moment awareness and coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Laurel has 20 years of professional experience in social work and clinical practice, including crisis stabilization and work across several age groups.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the credential CT LCSW 58.007274 and practices in Connecticut.
Which languages are available and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English only and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered for online work?
Laurel provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesIsolation / lonelinessPanic disorder and panic attacksWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Connecticut

Languages

English