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Laura Elk-Weist

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Laura Elk-Weist, LCSW
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Trauma,
Insurance: United Healthcare, United Healthcare Oxford, BlueCross and BlueShield, Aetna, Cigna,

Introduction

Laura Elk-Weist is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of experience in psychotherapy for the treatment of anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ concerns, and life transitions. She is naturally empathic and takes a warm, non-judgmental approach. Laura has advanced training in trauma and several modalities including CBT, ACT & Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). What was your path to becoming a mental health provider? I pursued a career in mental health because I wanted my work to align with my personal values of kindness and dignity. I am naturally empathetic and I have a innate interest in people and their lives. I feel honored to have supported so many people on their path. What should someone know about working with you? I spend the first couple of sessions getting to know my clients, understanding their backgrounds and what is important to them. It is important to me that I am honoring my client's values and we are both involved in setting goals for our work together. Our sessions include psychoeducation on different topics and also different ways of coping and/or viewing thoughts and life events. I use an easy-going conversational approach to ensure my client feels comfortable.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Communities

  • LGBTQIA+
  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual
  • Trans & Non-Binary
  • Racial Justice/Equity

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Laura Elk-Weist accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Oxford
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • All Savers Insurance

Pay out-of-pocket

Laura Elk-Weist has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

Phone consultation
Phone, IL 00000-0000
Laura Elk-Weist LCSW

Frequently asked questions

Is Laura Elk-Weist accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Laura Elk-Weist is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Laura Elk-Weist offer telehealth appointments? Laura Elk-Weist does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Laura Elk-Weist specialize in? Laura Elk-Weist specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Codependency, College Mental Health, Coping Skills, Depression, Existential Crisis, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Mindfulness, Mood Disorders, Peer Relationships, School Issues, Self Esteem, Social Anxiety, Stress, Trauma, and Women's Issues.

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