Profile / United States
Laura Hastings, LMFT
California
LMFT - Relationships and Life Changes
See online therapy options- CBT informed methods
- Relationship concerns
- Career and workplace
About Laura
Laura Hastings is an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) with 24 years of experience based in California. She focuses on relationship concerns, self esteem, career challenges, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Sessions are practical and goal-focused, aimed at noticing patterns and testing different ways of responding.
Clients who come for help often want clearer communication, more confidence at work, or ways to manage big life transitions. Laura uses straightforward methods to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits. She works with people to build small, doable changes that fit their daily life.
Her background includes many years supporting adults facing caregiver stress, aging and geriatric concerns, workplace problems, and women's issues. She also has experience addressing the effects of natural or human-caused disasters on daily functioning. That range gives her many examples to draw on when a client needs practical strategies.
Laura describes therapy as a collaborative effort. She listens for patterns that keep problems repeating and then suggests concrete exercises to try between sessions. Progress is tracked in simple steps so people can see what helps and what needs adjusting.
Sessions emphasize real-world practice over abstract talk. Expect a structured approach that breaks issues into manageable pieces. Clients are invited to notice thoughts and behaviors, experiment with alternatives, and reflect on what changes are effective.
Using CBT approaches in online sessions
Laura uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in clear, practical ways. CBT focuses on spotting thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and then testing alternative responses. This approach is useful for relationship difficulties, low self esteem, workplace stress, and coping with life changes.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will review concerns, try methods that fit the client's goals, and adjust based on what helps. Clients and the therapist work together to pick exercises and homework that fit week-to-week needs.
The original profile does not list specific online formats, so confirm the available session types before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit work or caregiving schedules, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when weeks are busy. Phone calls can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins, while video sessions support face-to-face interaction for exercises and communication practice. Ask about current session options to match the format to everyday life and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
California, Arizona, District of Columbia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She helps people with relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, communication problems, workplace issues, women's issues, and disaster-related coping.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT-informed methods to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to build practical experiments. The work focuses on noticing patterns and trying small changes to see what improves day-to-day functioning.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional experience working with adults on relationship, work, and life-change issues.
What credentials and region apply to her practice?
She is an LMFT and holds licenses as AZ LMFT and CA LMFT. Her practice is based in California.
What languages are supported and can she work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether phone or video is available.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on the client location selected during sign-up.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform process.
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