Laura Gannon, LCSW

Laura Gannon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 14 years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, and issues related to addiction, family relationships, motivation, and self-esteem. Her approach centers on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients are invited to share thoughts and emotions and explore the changes they want to make.

Laura emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, assisting people in identifying goals and building coping strategies that fit their lives. She supports those navigating family conflict, life transitions, and challenges to confidence, helping them take the first courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life. Throughout the therapeutic process she aims to offer steady encouragement and practical tools so clients can move forward at a pace that feels manageable and meaningful.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, empathetic relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and follows the client’s lead. This approach helps people clarify values, explore emotions, and strengthen self-worth when facing stress, family strain, or low self-esteem.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and for developing coping strategies in daily life.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people find internal motivation to change, particularly useful for addiction, commitment issues, and ambivalence about recovery.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier for people with caregiving responsibilities, mobility limitations, or busy schedules to attend sessions consistently and to engage in therapy in ways that suit their daily lives.