Laura Reigada, Ph.D.

Welcome to my practice!

I specialize in treating anxiety and mood disorders, addressing parenting challenges, mitigating school-related stress, and guiding individuals through pre-, ongoing, and post-college adjustment periods.  Conditions that I commonly treat include: social anxiety, generalized anxiety (GAD), separation anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, specific phobias (e.g., dogs, needles, vomiting), and depression. Drawing from a diverse toolkit of therapeutic approaches, I tailor my methods to suit your unique needs. This encompasses the utilization of traditional cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT), including cognitive restructuring, exposure therapy, contingency management, and behavioral planning. It also integrates innovative "third wave" strategies like acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness practices, compassion-focused imagery, and emotional regulation strategies. ​

 

Additionally, I possess advanced expertise in brain-gut behavioral therapy, a specialized approach aimed at gastrointestinal conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and pain management. I am also a certified Pain Reprocessing Therapy practitioner (through the Pain Reprocessing Therapy Center).

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My approach includes the latest breakthroughs in psychological science to empower you in effectively managing conditions like anxiety, IBS, chronic pain, and other persistent health challenges. Embark on a journey toward enhanced well-being, supported by evidence-based practices and personalized attention. I invite you to join me in exploring transformative strategies for lasting positive change.

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NEW SERVICES: 

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Individualized Pain/Physical Discomfort Management Plan (4 sessions)

Sessions focus on a holistic plan to build confidence in managing pain. The plan will include:

• Psychoeducation about acute and chronic pain and factors that contribute to one's pain experience

• Relaxation and guided imagery for pain reduction

• Negative thinking and emotional regulation strategies

• Activities that help with pain management and re-engaging with life

• Managing school/college/work with pain 

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Parent-Family Educational Consultation and Action Planning:

The most successful young adolescents benefit from a thoughtful collaborative plan that focuses on needs that will have a significant impact in the short term and allow for a wider long-term growth.  Our goal is to help you develop a targeted plan. Planning will help young adults build specific skills that can transfer to other areas of academic and social life. Consultation provided by experienced educators and leaders of schools. Our goal is to engage families in workshops, provide consultations, and develop action plans for parents to focus on with their children to overcome barriers to success. Educational Needs Plans for Grades 4 - 8 include:

• Academic success (e.g., defining healthy shared expectations for students - Grades, Homework, Extracurriculars)

• Executive function and self-management

• Independence and self-advocacy

• Socialization and managing relationship

• Resilience and bouncing back from negative experiences

• Collaborating with the school and teachers

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