Laura Brightwood, LCSW

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Laura is an LCSW specializing in individual, couples and family therapy, and maintains a private practice in Chapel Hill, NC. With over 20 years experience as a clinical therapist, and as a graduate of the Universitiy of Kentucky and Southern Seminary specializing in CBT, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Solution Focused, and change management, she is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients.

Laura is the author of multiple books ranging from social and emotional learning, character education, children's bereavement, and emotional literacy. In addition to being a prominent relationship therapist, Laura has presented at National conferences and to general audiences speaking on the topics of social and emotional learning, ADHD, character education, grief and bereavement therapies, play therapy, cognitive based comples and family therapy. Laura is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

Life is constantly presenting us with situations we would rather avoid. But, life transitions are unavoidable. Challenges such as: growing up dealing with limitations and disappointments navigating the hurdles of mental and physical illness the sadness that comes with letting go of others - either by death, divorce, or the end of a relationship or friendship ...are confusing for anyone. By being willing to try new approaches to problems and examine your beliefs about life — by studying how these beliefs impact what you expect from life —  you can learn how to enjoy your life. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand your past. Understanding can help you be certain that YOUR PAST DOES NOT DETERMINE YOUR FUTURE.