Laura McLaughlin

LPC, ACE • Licensed Professional Counselor

Virtual or In-person

About

Embarking on a journey of holistic healing, Laura McLaughlin stands at the intersection of mental health counseling and physical wellness. With a career spanning back to 2005, Laura has cultivated a unique approach that addresses both the mind and body, recognizing their intrinsic connection in the path to overall well-being.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Personal Trainer, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Laura's expertise is multifaceted. Her therapeutic journey began with youth addiction counseling and child & family therapy, with a focus on attachment and trauma. This foundation, coupled with her personal experience overcoming a restrictive/binge eating disorder, led her to specialize in eating disorder and nutrition counseling.

Laura's counseling philosophy is rooted in the belief that peace and balance come from Self-Led Compassion. She employs a variety of evidence-based approaches, including Internal Family Systems, Self-Compassion/Mindfulness, and Intuitive Eating Counseling. These methodologies are united by the core principle that we inherently possess everything we need to heal and thrive within ourselves.

In her nutrition counseling practice, Laura helps women break free from the cycle of dieting and body image obsession. She guides clients through a journey of self-discovery, teaching them to make peace with food and end the dieting mentality for good. Her approach is particularly beneficial for those struggling with mindless eating and feeling overwhelmed by food choices.

Laura's personal training services go beyond typical fitness routines. She focuses on teaching mind-muscle connection, science-based muscle hypertrophy training, injury prevention and recovery, and body alignment. Her goal is to empower clients to confidently engage in weight training independently, fostering a positive relationship with physical activity.

Located on the west side of El Paso, Laura offers both virtual and in-person mental health counseling, as well as personal training in her fully equipped home gym. Her passion lies in helping people heal physically and emotionally from trauma, guiding them towards a life free from dissatisfaction and preoccupation with body image.

Laura's approach is encapsulated in her "RISE" philosophy, inspired by the concept of the "too much woman." She encourages her clients, particularly women, to embrace their depth, vastness, and radiance, viewing these qualities as gifts rather than liabilities. Through her work, Laura aims to inspire women to rise above societal pressures and become free from the emotional burdens caused by shaming perfectionist culture and attachment trauma.

Qualifications

Certifications, Memberships & Training

  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor
  • American Council on Exercise Certification

State Licenses

  • Licensed Professional Counselor, 2005

Specialties & Expertise

Specializations

  • Anxiety
  • Body Image Issues
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Mindfulness training
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma

State Licenses

  • Texas

Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities

  • LGBTQ+ Allied

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Locations

Rise Mind & Body - Westside El Paso
Westside Dr
El Paso, TX 79932

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