L (Laura) DeFelice (they/them)

M.Ed.
Accepting Clients

I am a black, queer, genderqueer/nonbinary, neurodivergent therapist who prioritizes queerness, non-monogamous relationships, and POC.

Therapist in ,
Supervised by Kayti Protos, LSW, DSW

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Group

About My Clients

I particularly enjoy exploring: Identity & experiences of people of color Relationships (non-monogamous/polyamorous & queer to the front!) Queerness, gender, and sexuality Family issues & trauma Setting & maintaining boundaries Self-growth, acceptance, and fulfillment Presence and mindfulness

My Background and Approach

I aim to build therapeutic relationships with people in which they can feel valued, understood, and accepted with no judgement, and practice returning these feelings toward themselves. In my work, I encourage people to look inwards to understand the inner workings of their minds, the past that shaped them, and the present that can ground them and bring freedom. In being vulnerable with me, clients can begin to bring gentleness towards all parts of themselves and become their truest and fullest self. In my approach, the theoretical framework and treatment plan depends on the unique needs of the client, but I have experience using: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Inter-Family Systems (IFS) "Parts" Work Relationship/Interpersonal Therapy Spiritual (Transpersonal) Therapy Existential Therapy Multicultural/Feminist Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Mindfulness and Playfulness (as well as yoga and breath work)

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I am neurodivergent, black, genderqueer, and personally uplift the diversity of identity and expression. I practice ethical non-monogamy (ENM) and enjoy astrology and nature-based spiritual healing. I am an outdoorsy plant parent, artist, activist, cat dad, and rocks/crystals nerd.​ Some Interesting Facts​: I have a big fluffy orange cat named Macaroni I have been gifted (or cursed) with the ability to automatically make corny jokes and puns unprovoked I collect rocks and gemstones! I have 50+, and I know their sciencey names and metaphysical properties/healing uses. Ask me about them! I am nourished by plants, fruits, flowers, bubble tea, candles, the moon, daydreaming, playing video games, and napping I have personal names for most of my plants, even though I can't remember them all I designed all of the tattoos on my body and some other bodies!

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment Theory Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment Theory
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Expressive Art Therapy
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist Therapy
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Holistic Therapy
  • Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Past Life Regression Therapy
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Relational Therapy
  • Transpersonal Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Integrative Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Gender Identity Therapy LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists Polyamorous and Open Relationships
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Bipolar
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Learning Disorders
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Physical Disability
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Abuse or Assault
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Atheism
  • Christianity
  • Wicca/Paganism
  • Multifaith

At A Glance

  • Experience: 6 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $120/session

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