Laura Gonzalez Castro, LPC - Therapist in Virginia

Laura Gonzalez Castro is a licensed professional counselor with eight years of experience based in Virginia.

01About Laura

Laura Gonzalez Castro is a licensed professional counselor with eight years of experience based in Virginia. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and major life changes. Laura focuses on creating an environment where clients can speak honestly and feel heard.

She keeps sessions straightforward and practical. Conversations center on the issues that matter most to the person in front of her.

Background and approach

Together they identify small, doable steps to reduce overwhelm and build confidence over time. Laura emphasizes steady, respectful listening and clear feedback. She encourages clients to name feelings, try new ways of coping, and notice what changes help.

Sessions are paced to match each person’s comfort level and goals. When someone is working through trauma or anxiety, Laura pays attention to safety and pacing. For depression and low self-esteem she helps clients set reachable goals and celebrate small wins.

For life transitions she focuses on practical problem solving and adapting to new routines. Her approach aims to make therapy feel manageable. Laura supports people who are ready to try different strategies and who want a calm, consistent space to talk.

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit varied schedules and needs.

02Credentials

LPC (Virginia): License 0701014555 · expires June 2026
NPI: 1881331965 · national provider identifier

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03Focus areas and approaches

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04Online support

How evidence-based approaches work online

Laura uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear steps people can try. One common approach helps people learn skills to manage anxiety and stress by teaching breathing, grounding, and thought-aware strategies that reduce immediate overwhelm. Another approach focuses on depression and low self-esteem by setting small goals, tracking progress, and building routines that make daily life feel more manageable.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. That means trying ideas, checking what helps, and adjusting plans together rather than sticking to one fixed method.

Online therapy is offered through several flexible formats: video calls for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions when video isn't convenient, live chat for shorter check-ins, and text-based messaging for ongoing support between meetings. Video is useful for visual cues and deeper conversations. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a break at work. Live chat and messaging work well for quick check-ins and brief reflections. These options make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life and to keep momentum between sessions.

05Questions people ask

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, and coping with life changes.

What is her therapy style like?

Sessions are practical and paced to the client. The emphasis is on clear listening, problem solving, and small steps clients can try between meetings.

How much experience does she have?

She has eight years of professional work experience supporting people with mood, stress, and trauma-related concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Virginia.

Can sessions be done in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

Options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How does cost and billing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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