Laura Guarino, LMHC
Florida LMHC specializing in family and trauma
- Child and family therapy
- Trauma and addiction
- Stress and anxiety
About Laura Guarino
Laura Guarino is a licensed mental health counselor who focuses on helping people find practical coping strategies for the stresses of daily life. She earned a master’s degree in psychology from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York and has spent her career supporting clients through a range of emotional and behavioral concerns, including trauma, substance abuse, ADHD, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and mood-related difficulties. She is motivated by the belief that having someone to listen and offer a different perspective can make overwhelming problems feel more manageable.
Much of her work has centered on children, but she routinely engages families, teachers, and adult supports because helping young people often means supporting the people around them. Younger children frequently respond well to play-based approaches, while adolescents and adults tend to benefit when they feel genuinely heard and part of a collaborative plan for change. Her clinical experience spans home visits, teletherapy, office sessions, and inpatient hospital care, and she has intervened in crisis situations when contacted by local police to help arrange treatment.
She has also written for local newspapers to promote awareness and reduce stigma around mental health. Laura takes personal satisfaction in seeing clients make progress and remains committed to contributing to solutions that improve access to effective care. She holds LMHC licensure in Florida, which denotes a Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
Much of her work has centered on children, but she routinely engages families, teachers, and adult supports because helping young people often means supporting the people around them. Younger children frequently respond well to play-based approaches, while adolescents and adults tend to benefit when they feel genuinely heard and part of a collaborative plan for change. Her clinical experience spans home visits, teletherapy, office sessions, and inpatient hospital care, and she has intervened in crisis situations when contacted by local police to help arrange treatment.
She has also written for local newspapers to promote awareness and reduce stigma around mental health. Laura takes personal satisfaction in seeing clients make progress and remains committed to contributing to solutions that improve access to effective care. She holds LMHC licensure in Florida, which denotes a Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Laura Guarino have?
Laura Guarino has 19 years of experience in mental health care.
Is Laura Guarino a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is an LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: FL LMHC MH11691.
In which languages does Laura Guarino provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Laura Guarino located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Laura Guarino as my therapist?
You can work with Laura Guarino through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Laura Guarino work with international clients?
Laura Guarino does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Laura Guarino cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches That Guide Online Care
Client-centered therapy focuses on building a trusting relationship and helping clients identify their own goals. The therapist listens closely, reflects what is heard, and supports clients as they explore solutions that fit their values and life circumstances. This approach is helpful for people coping with life changes, low self-esteem, and relationship concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches practical strategies to shift unhelpful patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood challenges and often involves skill-building and small, achievable experiments between sessions.
Mindfulness therapy brings attention to the present moment and helps clients develop awareness of thoughts and bodily sensations without judgment. It can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation, which is beneficial for stress, trauma-related symptoms, and chronic emotional distress.
Deciding which approach or combination of approaches to use is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit their preferences, and adjust the plan as needed. Online therapy offers practical benefits for this work - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow flexible scheduling, reduce travel time, and make it easier to maintain continuity of care across changing life demands. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches effectively through remote sessions while working with clients toward meaningful change.