Laura McCabe, LMHC, ATR
Wait list
Young adults | Adults
Introduction
I'm Laura McCabe (she/her), a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Registered Art Therapist (ATR) at Essential Insights Counseling Center. I work with young adults and adults who are ready for support that is both compassionate and active. My style is warm, honest, and practical, with space to understand what you're going through while also building skills to help you respond differently. Together, we'll work toward greater confidence, self-compassion, and resilience in everyday life.
Areas of Focus
Anxiety and stress
Trauma and PTSD
Perinatal and postpartum concerns
Parenting stress
Body image concerns
Overthinking and perfectionism
Therapeutic Modalities
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Art Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Strengths-Based Therapy
My Approach
My approach is active and guiding. I offer direct feedback and honest reflection because I believe growth often happens when support and accountability work together. I'll meet you with compassion while also helping you notice patterns, try new ways of responding, and put what we talk about into practice.
Sessions often include practical tools you can carry into everyday life, whether that's getting through a stressful morning, managing an intense emotion, quieting an overly critical inner voice, or navigating the demands of parenthood. Change takes practice, so we'll focus on strategies that feel realistic enough to use outside the therapy room.
Alongside skill-building, I prioritize self-compassion. You don't have to be hard on yourself in order to grow. Part of our work may involve learning to respond to yourself with greater understanding and acceptance while still making changes that matter to you.
Therapy doesn't have to rely on words alone. As a Registered Art Therapist, I can also incorporate creative approaches when they may help you express or understand something differently. Art experience isn't necessary, and we'll always tailor our work to what feels comfortable and useful for you.
“When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. The people we trust with that important talk can help us know that we’re not alone”
―Fred Rogers
Communities Served
Adults in midlife — Support through changing roles, relationships, responsibilities, and questions about what comes next.
New and expecting parents — Support adjusting to the emotional, relational, and identity changes that can accompany pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood.
Parents and guardians — A place to work through the stress, emotions, and competing demands that can come with caring for children and teens.
Survivors of trauma or abuse — Trauma-informed care that respects your pace, boundaries, and readiness to explore difficult experiences.
Education & Background
Master of Arts (MA) in Expressive Therapies: Art Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, Lesley University (2013)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), MA License #9406
Registered Art Therapist (ATR)
Certificate in CBT for Perinatal Emotional Complications
Specialized training in DBT skills and individual therapy
Continuing education in integrating Art Therapy into trauma work
Previous experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and parents of children/teens
A Bit About Me
One of the things I enjoy most about being a therapist is seeing people begin to recognize their own strengths and build confidence in their ability to handle what life brings. It's meaningful to watch someone try something new, respond to themselves with more compassion, or realize that a change that once felt out of reach is becoming possible.
Outside of therapy, I'm an animal lover and appreciate the sense of presence and perspective that animals can bring. I also value quiet moments, time to recharge, and meaningful connection with the people and animals in my life. Those moments help keep me grounded and bring balance to the work I care so much about.
Rates & Scheduling
Insurances accepted: Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield/Anthem, Harvard Pilgrim Health Plan, Mass General Brigham Health Plan (commercial plans only), Optum, and United Healthcare. Please visit our Insurance & Rates page for more information.
Rates: $205 per intake session; $195 per 55-minute therapy session
Schedule: Laura offers telehealth sessions on Mondays, and both in-person and telehealth sessions Tuesdays through Fridays. Evening appointments are available on Wednesdays.
Getting Started
If you're feeling stuck in patterns you want to change and are looking for therapy that's both supportive and practical, I may be a good fit for you.You can begin with a free 15-minute phone consultation with our intake coordinator, Jennifer, through our online scheduler. During that call, she'll learn a little about what's bringing you to therapy, answer your questions, and help determine whether I—or another therapist on our team—is the right fit.