Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Durango, CO

Hello, I'm Laura. As a compassionate and experienced masters level counselor, I help individuals navigate their emotional struggles with evidence-based therapy.

I believe that healing occurs within the therapeutic relationship. I have always been an empathetic person who has been passionate about helping others solve problems and unlock the potential people didn't know they had. Eventually, I decided to make a career out of doing this. It's without a doubt, my life purpose. When you are ready to reach out, you will receive a warm, prompt and caring response.

Telehealth available! Are you seeking answers to your life and ready to get to work in therapy? Do you feel as if you are very alone in your thoughts and life? Maybe you have been so abused and abandoned that you think you deserve it. Maybe your isolation or emotions have even helped you stay safe! Believe me, there is more about your life to discover and I am here for you to work on this together!

I have been unanimously approved of as Adjunct Faculty at the Colorado School for Family Therapy. "She is a consummate professional and expert in this field and brings her passion and lifelong dedications to all involved".

Together, we can create a nurturing environment in our work together. I will encourage you to explore your strengths while managing fears and anxiety. I will work to understand your perspective and ensure you are completely listened to and respected. You don’t have to go through this alone!

I am a double board-certified Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience across the continuum of psychiatric care, including acute psychiatric emergencies, inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, geriatric mental health, intellectual and developmental disability services, and healthcare management. I hold a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and am currently completing my Doctorate, reflecting my ongoing commitment to clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, and lifelong learning.

Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals and families navigating a wide range of psychiatric conditions, from situational anxiety and depression to severe and persistent mental illness. My clinical experience includes extensive work with schizophrenia and psychotic disorders, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma-related conditions, and mood instability across the lifespan. I am particularly experienced in caring for geriatric patients, individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and patients with complex medication regimens requiring careful evaluation, simplification, and long-term stabilization.

I also work closely with college-aged patients and adults who are navigating academic pressure, career transitions, family dynamics, identity development, and the cumulative stressors that can emerge during periods of high responsibility or change. Many of my patients are high-functioning individuals who appear “put together” on the outside but struggle internally with anxiety, rumination, intrusive thoughts, emotional dysregulation, or burnout. Others are managing chronic psychiatric illness while striving to maintain independence, relationships, and quality of life.

I am the Founder of EQ Therapy (eqtherapy.co), a private practice designed for high-performing clients. I also teach at NYU in their graduate mental health counseling program. My dissertation at Johns Hopkins focused on the mental health experience of intercollegiate student-athletes. I supervise therapists at EQ Therapy who are accepting new clients for individual and couples therapy. If you're a couple, college student, industry leader, entrepreneur, or athlete, schedule a session with with me today!

Reaching out for therapy can take courage, especially if you’re used to handling things on your own. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) with nearly a decade of clinical experience in inpatient behavioral health. I focus on depression and bipolar mood concerns, anxiety, ADHD, and life stressors.

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Hello! I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner providing medication management and psychiatric evaluations for adults. I work with people navigating anxiety, ADHD, and executive functioning challenges. My background includes intensive care, hospice, and psychiatric nursing, which taught me to listen carefully and understand the full picture.

Before becoming a provider, I built and ran multiple businesses, giving me a unique perspective and the ability to connect with executives, entrepreneurs, and startup founders. This firsthand insight into the pressures people face in demanding careers and how mental health impacts performance and decision-making.

Reaching out for help is an important step, and my goal is to make that process feel straightforward and collaborative.

I have worked with clients who experience anxiety and depression for over 15 years, 8 years of that as an LPC. I have experience in multiple settings including outpatient and inpatient.

I have worked my entire career within a hospital setting and specialize in working with first responders, healthcare providers and doctors.