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Laura Eklund

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LCSW Laura Eklund, LCSW
Available this week
Specialties: Trauma, EMDR, DBT
Insurance: Modern Health Insurance

Introduction

hank you for taking the time to view my home page. I have been a therapist since 2004 working in both private and group practice before joining with Kaiser Permanente psychiatry in 2012. I was originally based in the Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. until in 2015 when I was offered the opportunity to transfer to the East Bay while visiting for vacation. Prior to being a therapist with Kaiser Permanente I felt called to develop my skills to specializing in therapy styles that focus on what works, specifically in the areas of trauma. I have experience providing forensic psychology for county court systems and providing therapeutic support for high-risk Labor and Delivery patients. I earned my clinical social work degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, which was awarded a top 5 ranking in the field. I studied at the Mary Ainsworth Attachment Clinic at University of Virginia as a post-graduate. Since joining Kaiser Permanente, I have been trained in trauma reprocessing, sometimes referred to as EMDR, a therapy intervention that can assist with significantly reducing trauma symptoms. I am very interested in the use for OCD, specific phobias continuing recovery from addictions, eating disorders, and rebuilding trust in relationships. I was part of a Ben Hudnell Grant in the training and implementation of Dialectical Behavioral Theory (DBT), a therapy style which is clinically proven to assist persons managing mood dysregulation, emotional intensity. This essential therapy can help reduce behaviors such as emotional eating, bipolar mood swings, personality disordered traits, and unstable relationships patterns. My therapy approach is skillful and solution focused with emphasis on mindfulness, compassionate self -view, healthy communication, and validation of the individual. I enjoy teaching weekly on the topics of DBT skills as well as seeing clients individually in all areas, but with specific focus to those with acute trauma and PTSD.

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

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW #LCSW69692 (CA) We've used a trusted third-party service to verify this practitioner's license.
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Specialties


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Classes

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Buddhist
  • Catholic
  • Christian
  • Jain
  • Islam
  • Hindu

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Laura Eklund accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Modern Health Insurance

Pay out-of-pocket

  • EMDR $180
  • DBT $180
  • DBT group - 90 minute $50
  • Initial Consult- 20 minutes $0

Locations

739 Main Street Suite F second floor
739 Main St
Pleasanton, CA 94566-6672
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Laura Eklund- Secure Telehealth Appointment

Frequently asked questions

Is Laura Eklund accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Laura Eklund is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Monarch website. Laura Eklund also offers a free consultation.
Does Laura Eklund offer telehealth appointments? Laura Eklund does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Monarch profile.
What areas does Laura Eklund specialize in? Laura Eklund specializes in the following areas: , and Trauma.

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