Laurel Shortell, LICSW

My approach comes from a strengths-based perspective. I believe that individuals and those in relationship have the ability to make significant life changes by identifying the sources of their current difficulties, understanding why their coping methods may have made good sense at the time, and learning new ways of being in the world that fit with who they are now and that support their growth and heart's desire. My role is to provide a supportive, trust-based environment and help individuals and relationship partners create the lives they wish to live. I see a wide variety of individual adults and those in relationships of all sizes, as well as college students, those grieving pet loss, and technical professionals, given my own background as a software engineer. I also specialize in working with those on the autism spectrum, including neurodivergent adults and relationships in which one or more partners are on the spectrum. I use a largely psychodynamic perspective, often integrating mindfulness and cognitive behavioral approaches. I'm interested in research areas of positive psychology, the neurobiology of connection, adaptive solitude, therapeutic journal writing, and the role of nutrition and fitness on mood, mental health, and well-being. I look forward to meeting you!

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