Hello

My Story

Hello, I’m Laura McConnell, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) with a strong foundation in school counseling. For the past 17 years, I’ve supported students from Pre-K through 12th grade, working alongside teachers, families, and community services to meet both academic and social-emotional needs. My heart for helping people grow led me to transition from school counseling into clinical mental health, where I now walk alongside children, teens, and adults in a deeper, more transformative way.

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My Approach to Counseling

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I believe that healing happens in a safe, supportive environment where clients feel seen, heard, and valued. My counseling style is warm, collaborative, and strengths-based. I draw from evidence-based approaches including:

• Mindfulness-Based Play Therapy for children and teens

• Cognitive-Behavioral Strategies to help clients build new skills and perspectives

• Trauma-Informed and Multicultural Counseling to honor each client’s unique story and background

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, or relationship struggles, I work with you to uncover resilience and create meaningful change.

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Areas of Focus

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• Children and teen mental health

• Parenting support and family dynamics

• Trauma and PTSD recovery

• Anxiety, stress, and depression

• Women’s issues and personal growth

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How to Work With Me

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I see clients both in-person at our Fort Wayne office and through secure telehealth sessions for clients across Indiana.

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I currently accept:

• Medicaid

• Aetna

• Cigna

• Self-Pay 

If you’re unsure about coverage, our team can help you verify your benefits before getting started.

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Personal Note

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When I’m not counseling, I’m likely enjoying life with my husband and our blended family of five children. I love spending time with my family, reading, and staying active—especially on the pickleball court.

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Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a counselor in Fort Wayne, Indiana, who combines professional expertise with compassion and real-life understanding, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

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Schedule with Laura by calling or texting 260-225-8077 OR click the button below!

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