Li Laurent, AASW

Li Laurent is a direct and practical therapist who focuses on clear, solution-oriented work. She prioritizes intervention-based strategies to help people move past obstacles and make measurable progress. Li specialises in low self-esteem and combines techniques from different therapeutic approaches in an eclectic manner to tailor support to each person's needs.

Her style is straightforward and goal-focused, aiming to identify actionable steps rather than lingering on problems without direction. This pragmatic orientation is balanced with a collaborative stance - she and the client work together to determine which techniques fit best. Li holds the AASW credential, indicating membership in the Australian Association of Social Workers and formal recognition within the profession.

Whether someone is seeking short-term strategies or a focused pathway to build self-worth, Li applies targeted interventions designed to produce meaningful change. Her approach suits people who prefer a therapist who is both solution-focused and flexible in the methods used to address low self-esteem.

Approaches and online care for focused change

Li commonly draws on Solution-Focused Therapy, which concentrates on identifying practical goals and small, achievable steps toward change - this approach helps when clients want focused, short-term progress on specific issues. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a method that helps people spot and test unhelpful thinking patterns and develop more effective behaviors for dealing with anxiety, low mood, and similar challenges. When emotional regulation and interpersonal difficulties are a focus, elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) can be used to teach skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Li works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques as those needs change over time.

Online therapy with Li is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules or different life circumstances. These options allow clients to access licensed professionals from their own location and choose the format that feels most comfortable for engaging in meaningful, focused work.