

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Laura Harris, LCMHC
Education
Tuskegee University and Missouri State University
Expertise
Anger, anxiety, depression, stress management, coping strategies development, problem-solving skills
Laura Harris is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) with more than 9 years of professional counseling experience. She specializes in helping clients with anger, anxiety, depression, stress, coping strategies, and problem-solving skills.
Laura works with a wide variety of individuals including artists, academic instructors, people of color, immigrants, students, those who identify as LGBTQ+, and those who self-describe as socially awkward.
Learn more about Laura and schedule an appointment with her here.
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Clinically reviewed by Theresa Lupcho, LPC
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Clinically reviewed by Alexandra Cromer, LPC
What is the bystander effect, and why does it occur?
Clinically reviewed by Laura Harris, LCMHC
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Why does everyone hate me? Revealing unhelpful thought patterns and improving the way you feel
Clinically reviewed by Alexandra Cromer, LPC
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Stress symptoms: How to recognize and manage stress early
Clinically reviewed by Theresa Lupcho, LPC
How to create and maintain strong friendships: The importance of strong bonds and tips on staying close
Clinically reviewed by Theresa Lupcho, LPC
Why am I stressed for no reason? What’s behind “irrational” stress and ways to relieve it
Clinically reviewed by Laura Harris, LCMHC