Last edited 09/23/2026
Ms. Laura Armide Jeanis
She / Her / Hers
Accepting New Clients
Online in Florida, Maine, and District Of Columbia
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWomanBiracial or Multiracial, Black/African AmericanMillennial
Get To Know Me
If you could pick one movie or book that influenced your approach to therapy, what would it be and why?
The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk. Discovering this book during my graduate studies at Barry University fundamentally shifted how I view healing. It validated that trauma isn't just a mental event—it is stored in the nervous system and tissues. This insight inspired my commitment to somatic trauma therapy, EMDR, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), helping high-achieving women across Florida, Washington, D.C., and Maine release stored survival patterns and restore genuine, embodied calm.
What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession?
My path began in middle school after reading Dave Pelzer’s "A Child Called It." Seeing how one compassionate professional changed the trajectory of a child's life ignited my passion for advocacy. I pursued social work at Florida Memorial University and Barry University to master clinical trauma care. Today, as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (FL, DC, ME), CCTP, I use modern neuroscience to guide women out of hyper-independence and burnout into deep emotional safety.
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Specialties
Specializes in
AnxietyRelationship IssuesCodependencyTraumaWomen's issues
General Expertise
Loss/GriefSelf-EsteemRace & Cultural IdentityAttachment issuesFamily issuesLife transitionsStress
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Experiential TherapyGestalt TherapyInternal Family Systems TherapySomatic TherapyMindfulness-Based Cognitive TherapyCompassion-Focused TherapyIntegrative TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
Adults (25-65)
Languages
English
Professional Background
LicensureFlorida, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, SW20897Maine, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LC24279District Of Columbia, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LC200003833
Training/CertificationsCertified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Theory & Methodology CertificationPsychedelic Integration: Premise & Promise CertificationEMDR TrainedIFS trained Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Trained
Education
Barry University, Master of Social Work, Trauma-Informed Clinical Social Work, 2017 — Advanced clinical social work degree centered on trauma-informed practice, psychodynamic principles, and evidence-based mental health interventions. Coursework and clinical field placements focused on advanced diagnostic assessment, crisis intervention, and holistic therapeutic modalities for individuals navigating complex relational trauma, anxiety, and systemic stress.
Florida Memorial University, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor’s in Social Work, 2016 — Foundation in generalist social work practice, human behavior, social welfare, and community-based advocacy. Focused on culturally sensitive engagement, ethical client care, and understanding systemic factors impacting individual and family well-being.
Work HistoryMy clinical path was born from both professional rigor and deep personal understanding. Navigating complex childhood trauma myself revealed early on that while standard talk therapy provides insight, true and lasting transformation happens when we work directly with the body and nervous system. Experiencing the profound relief of EMDR and later Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) fundamentally transformed my life—and redefined how I practice as a therapist.
Over years of direct clinical work across intensive behavioral health settings, crisis stabilization, and specialized trauma practice, I consistently saw high-functioning, ambitious women carrying heavy burnout, anxiety, and hyper-independence. Traditional cognitive therapies often hit a wall with these protective patterns. This inspired me to dedicate my post-graduate clinical development to experiential, body-centered healing.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (FL, DC, ME), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and Acupuncture/Eastern Medicine practitioner, I systematically integrated EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS) parts work, somatic processing, and virtual sublingual ketamine therapy into my boutique practice. Today, I guide clients beyond survival mode into deep autonomic safety, self-compassion, and embodied calm.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Ms. Laura Armide Jeanis, LCSW, LICSW, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Laura Jeanis accepting new clients?
Yes, Laura Jeanis is accepting new clients for online therapy in Florida, Maine and District Of Columbia.
Does Laura Jeanis accept insurance?
No, Laura Jeanis does not accept insurance.
What types of therapy does Laura Jeanis offer?
Laura Jeanis offers therapy for individuals.
Does Laura Jeanis offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in Florida, Maine and District Of Columbia can book Laura Jeanis for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Laura Jeanis offer online therapy?
Yes, Laura Jeanis offers online therapy via video sessions to people in Florida, Maine and District Of Columbia.
How quickly can I see Laura Jeanis?
Laura Jeanis typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Laura Jeanis speak?
Laura Jeanis conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Laura Jeanis online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Laura Jeanis online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.
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