Laura Kern, MA, LPC, NCC

Laura Kern, MA, LPC, NCC

Psychotherapist
MO
4.94
“Very personable, easy to talk to and makes the process simple. Would be great for anyone who is shy or uneasy about therapy.”
Initials hiddenFebruary 25, 2021
Highly recommended
94% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.94

Average wait time

4.90

Bedside manner

5.00
“Very personable, easy to talk to and makes the process simple. Would be great for anyone who is shy or uneasy about therapy.”
Initials hiddenFebruary 25, 2021Video visit
“This was my daughter’s first visit with Dr. Kern. She made my daughter feel so comfortable to open up and share. It’s such a relief to find a quality Dr. that my child feels safe opening up to.”
Tara D.December 14, 2020Video visit

About Laura Kern

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Life Coaching
Postpartum Depression
Couples Therapy
Life Transition

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Structural Family Therapy
Family / Marital
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Laura Kern

*Note that prior to the first session taking place with the provider, LifeStance will require a credit card on file. *When booking your appointment, please book it using the full name as written on your insurance card. Laura works primarily with adolescents, young adults, and adults, providing individual, couples, and family counseling. She treats issues related to trauma, anxiety, depression, women's health, gender identity, managing chronic illness/injury, breast cancer support, academic and career challenges, and navigating relationship issues. Laura's counseling style is tailored to each person's place of need, working collaboratively to enhance personal growth and healing in a supportive and empathetic environment. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy are some of the therapeutic strategies utilized to assist clients in their growth. Laura earned her Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University and holds a bachelor's degree in Speech Communications. She also has a background in higher education, remedial instruction, mental wellness, child advocacy, and chronic illness and injury. She has worked in private practice and as a contract agency therapist. As a counselor and adjunct college instructor, Laura has worked with many cultural populations, helping students of all ages with a variety of challenges. She has instructed and presented on many topics, including mental health/wellness and stress management. Her affiliations include the American Counseling Association, Missouri Mental Health and Counselor Association, St. Louis Psychological Association, and Voices for Children/CASA.

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More information on payments and coverage

During the LifeStance onboarding process, we will contact you to collect your payment card information. It’s our policy to collect this information and confirm that it is valid prior to your first appointment so that we can simplify the payment process upon completion of your appointment, especially in the case of a telehealth appointment where the traditional “check-out” process doesn’t occur. Important Note: This provider is not currently bookable for new patients with Medicare or Medicaid coverage.

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Divorce Counseling
New Patient Visit
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Anxiety Disorder
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Divorce Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Webster University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

Professional memberships

  • American Counseling Association
  • Missouri Mental Health and Counselor Association
  • Saint Louis Psychological Association

NPI number

1174947378

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.94
Wait time
4.90
Bedside manner
5.00
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Very personable, easy to talk to and makes the process simple. Would be great for anyone who is shy or uneasy about therapy.
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She helped me so much! It is great to work with her.
Verified patient
This was my daughter’s first visit with Dr. Kern. She made my daughter feel so comfortable to open up and share. It’s such a relief to find a quality Dr. that my child feels safe opening up to.
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Very nice, easy to talk to.
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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Laura Kern?

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Is Laura Kern accepting new patients?

Laura Kern generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Laura Kern's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Laura Kern accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Laura Kern online?

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What are common reasons for patients to see Laura Kern?

Laura Kern frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Laura Kern on their profile.

What languages does Laura Kern speak?

Laura Kern speaks English.

How do patients rate Laura Kern in reviews?

35 patients have reviewed Laura Kern. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.94/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.9/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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