Laurie May

Laurie May is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland with 22 years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Laurie often works with people who feel stuck after a change and are trying to figure out what matters next.

She uses straightforward, collaborative sessions that emphasize practical skills. Conversations often include ways to manage overwhelming emotions, improve communication, and rebuild confidence after loss or change. Sessions aim to break big problems into small, usable steps that can be practiced between meetings.

Laurie also addresses body image, social anxiety, guilt and shame, isolation, and issues that commonly affect women. She helps people sort through confusing feelings, test new ways of relating, and try different problem-solving strategies. Discussions can include handling conflict, setting personal boundaries, and rebuilding self-trust.

Her approach mixes short-term coping techniques with attention to longer-standing patterns that keep people stuck. Laurie encourages clear goals and regular check-ins so progress is understandable and concrete. She explains options and collaborates on which strategies to try next.

To begin, people are invited to complete an initial matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

Evidence-based methods and online work

Laurie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. Cognitive approaches help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns, test alternative thoughts, and reduce anxiety or negative self-talk. Behavioral techniques involve small experiments and repeated practice to change habits and improve coping for stress, social anxiety, or avoidance.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Laurie will review your concerns, goals, and preferences and suggest methods to try. She checks in regularly to see what is helping and adjusts the plan with you as needed.

The biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm session options before booking. One practical benefit of remote sessions is fitting meetings into a busy week without travel. Remote work can also make brief check-ins easier to schedule for quick problem-solving, or allow audio-only meetings when bandwidth is limited or a shorter session is needed. Many people find online work convenient for continuing steady progress while juggling other responsibilities.