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Laurie Schmit

Online & In-PersonAccepting New Clients
LCSW
Tucson, Arizona, Michigan
License 22283
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/laurielynn-schmit-tucson-az/1287306

About Laurie

Being heard and understood is important. It’s difficult to trust your counselor or make progress if that's absent. All therapists have skills and knowledge, but who do you trust? I offer a free phone consult so you can gain a sense of who I am before committing to therapy. This is important work, which means you get to choose the best fit for you. Having worked as a therapist for almost 20 years now, I consistently receive feedback that I have a warm, calming presence. Therapy can be heavy; creativity, fun, and play are also important to healing. My style is compassionate & collaborative. I've worked extensively with busy professionals, especially in the medical and mental health fields. What makes you unique is that you are invested in self-improvement, balance, and connection. You are not here by mistake. We sometimes know what to do but need help taking steps and creating the safety to remove barriers. Then you have freedom to take charge of your life-go from surviving to thriving!
Office Location
145 E University Blvd
Tucson, Arizona 85705
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Costs and Insurance
$200 per session
Aetna
Anthem
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Cigna
Medicare

How does cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) work and how can it help?

CBT helps you understand how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence one another. Together, we identify unhelpful patterns that may be contributing to stress, anxiety, depression, or self-doubt, and replace them with healthier, more balanced ways of thinking and responding. CBT is practical and goal-oriented, giving you tools you can use in everyday life to build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and create lasting change.

How do you work with clients with trauma and PTSD?

I provide a safe, compassionate, and collaborative space where healing can happen at your own pace. Trauma treatment begins with building trust, developing coping skills, and creating a sense of safety before processing difficult experiences. Using evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs, I help you reduce the impact of traumatic memories, manage overwhelming emotions, and reconnect with your strengths so you can move beyond survival and toward a more fulfilling, meaningful life.

How does acceptance and commitment (ACT) work and how can it help?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps you develop a healthier relationship with difficult thoughts and emotions rather than struggling to eliminate them. Instead of getting stuck in self-criticism, worry, or avoidance, you'll learn mindfulness and acceptance skills that allow you to respond more flexibly while staying connected to what matters most. Together, we identify your core values and take meaningful, achievable steps toward the life you want to live. ACT can be especially helpful for managing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and life transitions while building resilience, self-compassion, and a greater sense of purpose.
Interested in talking?
(520) 200-1660
Office Location
145 E University Blvd
Tucson, Arizona 85705
Get Directions
Costs and Insurance
$200 per session
Aetna
Anthem
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Cigna
Medicare
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Chronic Illness and Pain
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)