Deanna Laur, MD, LCMFT

Deanna Laur is a Maryland-licensed therapist with 14 years of professional experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship conflicts, anger, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. She holds MD and LCMFT credentials - MD refers to Doctor of Medicine and LCMFT denotes Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist - and combines clinical training with a respectful, compassionate approach to care.

Her work focuses on practical strategies to improve communication, address control and forgiveness issues, manage mood concerns, and build self-love and confidence. She adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person’s distinct situation, tailoring interventions to what matters most to the individual. Whether concerns arise at home, at work, or in relationships, she emphasizes skills that support motivation, resilience, and healthier patterns.

Deanna frames the decision to begin therapy as a meaningful first step and honors the courage it takes to seek support. She aims to create an environment that balances sensitivity with clear, goal-oriented guidance so clients can move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Deanna Laur draws on client-centered therapy to place each person’s experiences and values at the center of the work. This approach emphasizes active listening and collaboration, helping clients feel heard while exploring goals such as improved self-esteem, better communication, and stronger relationships. She also uses solution-focused therapy to zero in on practical steps and strengths that lead to change; this method is useful for addressing stress, anger management, and specific life challenges by building on what is already working.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Deanna works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best. She tailors interventions to a client’s goals, preferences, and pace, adjusting strategies as progress is made so care remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of care across life changes, while still allowing licensed professionals to provide focused, goal-oriented support.