- Experienced LMFT
- Family and parenting
- Evidence-based care
About Laura
Laura Scales is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Colorado with five years of clinical experience. She began her career outside of therapy, working in roles that supported others directly - from home health aide to outdoor instructor - and brings that practical, service-oriented background into her counseling. Laura aims to help people and relationships move toward greater balance and connection.
She emphasizes straightforward, goal-focused work. Sessions tend to focus on clearer communication, managing strong emotions, and practical steps for daily life. Laura uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship struggles without relying on jargon. Her style is collaborative and empowering; she treats each person as the expert on their own life.
Family and parenting concerns are included among her areas of focus, and she helps individuals navigate parenting stress, relationship strain, and family conflict. She also addresses issues such as self-esteem, anger, addictions, LGBT concerns, intimacy-related problems, career stress, and bipolar mood concerns. Sessions can include individual, couple, and family work according to what a client needs.
Her path to therapy included a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Argosy University in Denver and practicum experience at a psychiatric hospital, followed by roles in community mental health as an intake, individual, and group therapist. Laura draws on those varied settings when tailoring care.
Outside of her practice she spends time in nature and draws on lessons from outdoor pursuits to encourage presence and resilience in the therapy room.
Evidence-based approaches and online therapy options
Laura uses a few core evidence-based approaches to guide her work. Internal Family Systems focuses on understanding different parts of a person and helping those parts cooperate, which can be useful for trauma, self-criticism, and complex emotional patterns. Cognitive behavior therapy examines unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. Dialectical behavior therapy emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for people who struggle with intense emotions.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. She will discuss different methods with each client and tailor techniques to match goals, preferences, and the concerns brought into sessions. That way clients can try approaches and adjust the plan if something doesn't fit.
Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, reduce travel time, and allow for continuity when schedules are tight. It also allows for shorter check-ins when that is most helpful, and options that do not require being on camera when bandwidth or comfort are factors. Licensed professionals can work with clients remotely to continue steady progress without asking you to rearrange your whole day.
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Primary focus
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with relationship problems, grief, anger, low self-esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT concerns, family and parenting issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related struggles, career stress, and bipolar concerns.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Her approach is collaborative and practical. She focuses on clear communication, emotion management, and steps clients can use in daily life.
What background does she bring to sessions?
Before becoming a therapist she held roles supporting people directly, such as home health aide and outdoor instructor, then completed graduate training and clinical practica in Colorado.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LMFT licensed in Colorado and practices in that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are session costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.