Your wellbeing matters.
Hi, I’m Laura Handley.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) & MBA
I work with high-achieving professionals experiencing anxiety, ADHD, burnout, and overwork and who want to regain or retain a sense of flourishing in their lives.
My Background
Before becoming a therapist, I spent over 15 years working in corporate HR. The further I moved in my career the more I felt the Venn diagram of who I want to be and who I had to be for the job diverging. This led me to reassess where I was going and brought me to clinical mental health counseling.
I have always been driven by a desire to help make things better for the people around me. In my past work, my energy came from helping a department resolve a complex challenge or making a process smoother for my team. That same motivation brings me to my work as a therapist. My goal is to help you not only feel better, but to also feel grounded, supported, and empowered to shape a life aligned with your values.
Because of my work history, I get it. You won’t have to spend your session explaining office politics, the disruption of last-minute project changes, or the stress of navigating a matrix organization. I likely won’t be shocked by any crazy workplace story you bring to the table.
I know some people might worry that a therapist specializing in burnout who left a corporate career is just going to tell them to quit their job. That isn’t how I work. If you love your work, want to stay in your field, or push even further, you don't have to shy away from working with me. You are in charge of your own goals.
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An Inclusive, Affirming Space: I am LGBTQ+ affirming and welcome clients of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and backgrounds. I welcome immigrants and clients of any background.
A Warm, Genuine Relationship: I genuinely like people, and I care about my clients. I am naturally a warm person.
Respect for Your Time: Therapy is a meaningful investment of your time, energy, and resources. My goal isn't for you to need therapy forever, but to help you feel empowered, capable, and independent in managing your mental health over time.
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I specialize in working with adults who are experiencing:
Burnout & Stress
Anxiety & Worry (including panic disorder / panic attacks)
ADHD & Executive Functioning Challenges
Being under sustained stress often impacts other areas of life leading to low mood, difficulty sleeping, or difficulty processing past high-stress events. We can address those as they come up.
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA), Washington State
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Curious About How We’ll Work Together?
If you’d like to learn more about my approach to counseling and how I work as a therapist, head over to the My Approach page for a deeper look.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Taking care of yourself is one of the most meaningful investments you can make for your health, personal life, and career.
If you’re interested in exploring therapy together, I invite you to reach out for a free consultation. We can talk through what you’re looking for, answer any questions, and see if we’re a good fit.