Li Laurent
,BSc, MA, EMDRAA, AASW
I'm a little unusual as a therapist in that I quite obviously lead a life outside the psychological arena & I don't make a point of pretending otherwise. In the world's briefest biography, I'm an English native living in Australia, working online with clients from all over the world whilst I continue to work internationally as a singer-songwriter. Now I am aware that the duality of these two spaces is almost nearly entirely unheard of, and therapists tend to seemingly only exist in therapy. But my job is to help you feel better, live your best life, & be your fullest self, so at the very least, I should be an example of what that looks like.
All informalities aside, I'm a trauma specialist, published academic author, AMHSW, EMDR practitioner & director of "Company by Laurent" - free online therapy resources for the win, & the best way of finding me outside of here with a quick google. I've trained in prestigious programs across Australia, England & America to gain professional qualifications from some of the most exceptional professionals in the field to date. I work with 18+, couples & have extensive experience with military veterans, having mobilised the first social work sector for veterans with complex trauma in the UK. I work very hard because I love what I do, so I'm constantly learning and make sure I stay at the forefront of research. Therapy is an evolving animal and your treatment should reflect that.
I (genuinely) believe that mental freedom lies in our ability to be our authentic selves, & in order to do that, we have to know who that is, and what they need to thrive. That might look like processing trauma, developing boundaries, navigating an existential crisis, or exploring the very thing we're unhelpfully trying to avoid. That's why therapy, the right therapist, & some keen application of "do it your self -help", is the absolute Willy Wonka of golden tickets to a life you like living. You don't have to put on a"brave face" here, pretend, or bend to social norms that most of us don't agree with or like anyway. Just show up. If you want a direct authentic, eclectic therapist who can make therapy actually feel therapeutic (maybe even refreshing?) - you've found her.
At this point I would just like to add, that Online Therapy is a self-directed, CBT program. That means, I work with you in a supportive capacity, and as such, I do not explicitly offer video sessions. Support is predominantly provided via text sessions, with a limited and finite amount of video availability each week on a demand basis. When it's used in this way I can say honestly that it works. If you're looking for intervention that is more therapist-led and directed than supported, assessments, trauma therapy (EMDR, CPT), diagnosis, or need more complex support, it might be worth considering more traditional online or face-to-face therapy only appointments. I'm happy to have a conversation about this with you if it's something you think you feel will be helpful to think about, as at the end of the day, it's about you accessing what works best for you.
Australia
| Credential type: | Membership |
| Type: | Holistic Therapist |
| Accrediting Institution: | AASW |
| Membership ID/Number: | 493101 |
| Year Issued: | 2021 |
| Status: | Verified |
| Credential type: | Diploma/Degree |
| Type: | Mental Health Social Worker |
| Accrediting Institution: | University of York |
| Diploma/Degree Type: | Masters in Mental Health Social Work |
| Year Issued: | 2020 |
| Status: | Verified |
| Credential type: | Diploma/Degree |
| Type: | Holistic Therapist |
| Accrediting Institution: | Derby university |
| Diploma/Degree Type: | Bachelor of Science with Honours in Psychology |
| Year Issued: | 2017 |
| Status: | Verified |
| Credential type: | Certificate |
| Type: | EMDR Practitioner |
| Accrediting Institution: | EMDRAA |
| Certificate ID/Number: | EMDR Certificate 1 |
| Year Issued: | 2021 |
| Status: | Verified |
Li Laurent has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars (56 reviews).
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"So far I’ve been really impressed. My time checking in with my therapist was helpful and gave me lots of food for thought. I really like the worksheets and the clarity of the process."
Jack (January 30, 2023)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"So far, my experience has been nothing but positive. The dialogue with the therapist has been open and honest. I haven't had much time to progress in the program due to a lot of time being spent at work paired with the Thanksgiving holiday, but I am looking forward to diving in deeper.
I appreciate that this option exists, and I give large kudos to the entire team!"
Eric (November 28, 2022)
Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]
"It's been a really nice experience so far. I'm able to work with my therapist to understand my issues and we work through ways that can help me around it. The communication has been easy to follow and by far it has made the more challenging aspects easier to do. There are so many useful tools that really helped me establish some markers and helped me create a good routine. It's exactly what I wanted from therapy and this format works for me. I've already been noticing small changes and it keeps getting better every day."
Pipi (November 11, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Back and forth chat is helpful. Experience of the therapists are great."
Bj (November 03, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Li Laurent is an incredible person and therapist. Her no-nonsense way of talking was always such a huge relief in all my sessions with her. I spent various months working with her, and my family has even complimented me on the massive growth I have shown. I attribute my growth of self confidence and generally more calm demeanor to the amount of peace Li taught me to have. Accepting things as what they are is an ENORMOUS part of this process. And recognizing what your core beliefs about yourself are and then filtering out what are the problematic thoughts changed my life. I will forever be grateful for the work Li has put in to our sessions and in my mental health growth."
Just Wow. (October 09, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Best therapy I have ever gotten!"
Georgia (October 05, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"I feel a better sense of hope"
Sm (September 11, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Online-Therapy is a great platform and my therapist Li Laurent is absolutely amazing. I love her approach and she speak with me clearly, she tells me the truth even if it can be hard and this is really helping me.
I made progress in less than two weeks, my anxiety is GONE and I’m already moving forward on dealing with other issues. I didn’t think this could br possible or that it would take a long time.
I’m glad I picked this platform."
Chris (September 04, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"I'm still new to CBT, but I'm finding it pretty useful. The worksheets are a great help!"
SaBear (August 29, 2022)
Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]
"So far really enjoying our therapist! Love the way we can communicate on the worksheets, it's like having mini-session. The only thing that has been a struggle is the scheduling platform."
Mia (July 27, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Online Therapy, and my therapist in particular (Li Laurent) have been an amazing help. When I first joined this site, I was in one of the lowest points of my life and I knew if I didn't get help, I wasn't going to make it.
One of the best decisions I ever made. Online-Therapy.com's CBT approach is so much more helpful than I could have imagined, I've been to in-person counselling and it was not for me, this alternative was exactly what I needed and I could work through the worksheets at my own pace, and select a plan within my own budget. Even if you're struggling financially, trust me it's a worthy investment. What you learn and the help you receive can change your life around so that you can actually deal with your problems and redirect your life in the direction you want.
A thousand thank you's!"
Kayt (July 26, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Li Laurent is patient, kind, funny, and highly intelligent. She made me feel seen and the ease of communication helped me in ways I’ve needed for a decade or more. Thank you."
Best Decision I’ve Made In A Long Time (July 19, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Authentic treatment, my therapist generally cares about my future. Recommend: YES"
Mjg (July 19, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"The worksheets and videos made for them help me examine my inner working and talking to the counselors on here helps me redirect my negative thinking for a better outcome!"
CBT For The Win! (July 13, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Wonderful resource for those who claim they don’t have “time” for therapy or to work on themselves. This tool not only connects you with a professional who helps you break down your patterns and your problems, but it also forces you to self reflect in a useful way. If we know what the patterns are, we can more easily learn to break them and improve on ourselves and our lives."
Delphine (July 08, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"Li has been so helpful. She is a good listener and truly cares about my progress. Her strategies with me keep me focused and is very helpful at goal-setting and helping me come up with how I can remedy my situations, short-term and long-term."
MK (July 04, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"This is the best thing I've done for myself in a really, really long time. Online-Therapy.com has truly helped me! I am slowly overcoming my bad habits."
Nancy (June 28, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"I absolutely love working with Li. Even during the difficult times of my life, I feel I can depend on her and she knows just what to say❤️"
Heather K (June 28, 2022)
Rating: [4 out of 5 stars!]
"Interface could be improved. Possiblity to send attachement like piture would be quite handy."
Ruben (June 24, 2022)
Rating: [5 out of 5 stars!]
"My therapist is incredible. She genuinely cares, works with my schedule, and responds quickly to my messages. This is the first time therapy has ever worked for me."
Sarah (May 24, 2022)