Laura L. Roman, LCSW, BCD

Laura received her undergraduate degree from Duquesne University in Theology and was a teacher for many years. She enjoyed working with adolescents, but felt that there was more that she wanted to do and decided to get her Masters Degree in Social Work. Laura received her Masters from the University of Pittsburgh. In addition to her graduate degree, Laura is also licensed by the State of Pennsylvania and am a Board Certified Diplomate.

After receiving her degree, Laura worked at Gateway Rehabilitation Center as an evaluator and therapist.  She then went on to work at a small group practice as an outpatient therapist.

Laura became interested in doing hypnosis a number of years ago and received training at the American Hypnosis Training Academy and the University of West Virginia. She became a certified hypnotherapist. Laura has found hypnosis to be a powerful and exciting clinical technique that enables clients to reach insights and solutions in less time than traditional talk therapy.

In addition to hypnosis, Laura has also received trauma training with the Trauma Resource Institute. The model is an “integrative mind-body intervention, which focuses on the biological basis of trauma and the automatic defensive ways the body responds to threat and fear.” This model helps to bring the body and mind back into balance.

Laura says, ” I find my work to be very rewarding and challenging. My desire is to help my clients identify inner resources, and to discover answers to their questions. I strive to walk with my clients and to act as a guide to help them to clearly see their life map.”