Laura has been wonderful to talk to. I mainly speak the majority of the time but she is a good listener and I greatly appreciate her time. I greatly recommend her.
Laura Spera, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Laura is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Laura. View 6 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Laura has been a great therapist. Very thoughtful and knowledgeable. And also very attentive! Thank you
More about Laura
- 14 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I am licensed in California with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Life is a challenge for most of us and finding help and support to find more ease and happiness is important. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Attachment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Licenses
Laura Spera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376661066.
- LMFT · California · 47671 · Expires November 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Laura Spera
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Laura has been wonderful to talk to. I mainly speak the majority of the time but she is a good listener and I greatly appreciate her time. I greatly recommend her.
Laura has been a great therapist. Very thoughtful and knowledgeable. And also very attentive! Thank you
I feel so lucky that I got matched with Laura right off the bat. She is easy to talk to, she asks good questions & is adaptable all through out the conversation. She is very sweet, non-judgemental & is a neutral person to be able to give feedback on life. I feel safe & i look forward every week to our call!
Laura is a great fit for my therapy needs at this time
Laura is a kind, compassionate and very wise Therapist. She has been helping me navigate through the toughest time in my life that I have ever dealt with in grace, and is helping me become the person that I want to be in life. I would definitely recommend her to anyone whom starts Betterhelp.
Makes me feel heard, understood and seen yet can hold me accountable without shaming or blaming
Frequently asked questions
Does Laura Spera offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Laura Spera works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Laura Spera speak?
Laura Spera speaks English.
How many years of experience does Laura Spera have?
Laura Spera has 14 years of experience.
Where is Laura Spera licensed to practice?
Laura Spera is licensed to practice in California.
Does Laura Spera accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Laura Spera does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Laura Spera?
Laura Spera can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Laura Spera?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.