Laura Costello, LCSW

Laura Costello is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Pennsylvania with 15 years of professional experience supporting adults facing a wide range of life challenges. She helps people manage stress and anxiety, navigate relationship and family conflicts, and address intimacy-related concerns, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and anger, low self-esteem, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Laura emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can explore thoughts and feelings safely and honestly.

Taking the first step toward greater satisfaction and emotional well-being often requires courage, and Laura offers steady support throughout that process. Her approach centers on working collaboratively with each person to identify goals, build coping skills, and develop practical strategies that fit their life. With dedicated care and a focus on evidence-based therapeutic techniques, she aims to help clients move toward more fulfilling relationships and improved daily functioning.

Licensed in Pennsylvania as an LCSW, Laura brings both clinical training and years of hands-on experience to her work. She focuses on tailoring treatment to each individual, honoring their strengths while addressing the issues that bring them to therapy.

Evidence-Based Approaches Offered Virtually

Laura Costello uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building practical skills to manage stress and anxiety, helping clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop healthier coping strategies. These skill-based methods are useful for everyday emotional challenges, mood concerns, and managing symptoms that interfere with daily life.

She also works with relational and family-focused approaches that explore communication patterns, boundary setting, and interaction dynamics to reduce conflict and improve connection. These methods aim to strengthen relationships and address intimacy-related or parenting concerns in ways that fit each person and family.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Laura collaborates with clients to determine which techniques align with their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts the plan over time based on progress and feedback so therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Laura can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals while balancing work, family, and other commitments.