Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
How Deanna works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- MD, LCMFT
- Licensed in
- Maryland
- Years in practice
- 14
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Deanna
Deanna Laur is a Maryland-based therapist who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, relationship strain, and low self-esteem. She speaks plainly and listens closely to what matters most to each person. Her approach is respectful and steady, aimed at practical change rather than textbook labels.
She draws on 14 years of clinical experience and combines her medical background (MD) with family therapy training (LCMFT). Sessions focus on the immediate problems a person brings, such as work pressure, trouble communicating, or coping with life changes.
Background and approach
Deanna adapts the conversation and plan to fit each person’s situation. Deanna uses client-centered techniques that follow the person’s lead and build on their strengths. She also uses solution-focused methods that identify small, realistic steps toward specific goals.
Those approaches are helpful for managing anger, improving communication, and rebuilding confidence. People who want clear, doable strategies tend to find this style useful. Deanna emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while helping people practice new behaviors.
She encourages steady progress and checks in frequently to adjust the plan as needed. To begin, she asks people to describe the issues they want to change and to set short-term goals. Over time sessions can shift from problem solving to maintaining gains and preventing setbacks.
What Deanna works with
Everything Deanna lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Deanna's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Forgiveness
- Mood disorders
- Self-love
- Workplace issues
Approaches Deanna lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approach-driven online care that meets you where you are
Deanna uses client-centered therapy to follow what each person brings into the session. That means the conversation centers on the person’s experience, and the therapist reflects and supports their choices while helping them find what works. This approach is often useful for stress, anxiety, and improving self-esteem.She also uses solution-focused therapy to build practical steps toward change. Sessions identify small, achievable goals and track progress week to week. That method can be useful for managing anger, fixing communication habits, or handling workplace problems.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Deanna will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped in the past. She adjusts methods over time so the plan stays useful and realistic.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is helpful when visual cues matter, phone works well when bandwidth is limited, and chat or text can fit quick check-ins or busy schedules. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work and family life.
Questions people ask about Deanna
What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, relationship strain, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, as well as related issues like communication problems and workplace stress.
What is the therapeutic style you can expect?
Sessions are person-centered and collaborative, with a focus on building strengths. Solution-focused techniques are used to set clear, actionable steps toward short-term goals.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
She brings 14 years of professional experience to her practice, combining clinical experience with a family therapy background.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
Credentials shown are MD and LCMFT, and she is licensed to practice in Maryland.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How is payment handled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with this therapist?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.