Licensed clinical social worker recordPennsylvania
Laura Costello, LCSW
Pennsylvania
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
- LCSW, licence CW022662
- NPI
- 1871291849
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Pennsylvania
These details come from information Laura supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Practical coping skills
About Laura
Laura Costello is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Pennsylvania with 15 years of professional experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, and intimacy-related issues. She also supports people facing grief, addictions, sleep and eating problems, anger, self-esteem struggles, career changes, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and major life transitions.
Her approach is straightforward and conversational. Sessions focus on what is happening in a person’s life now and on practical steps that can reduce distress. Conversations aim to clarify patterns, identify doable changes, and build coping skills that fit everyday routines.
Laura emphasizes plain talk over jargon. She listens for what matters most to each person, then suggests ways to test small changes between sessions. That may include trying new communication steps, adjusting daily habits, or practicing specific coping moves at home.
People working with her can expect regular check-ins on progress and adjustments to the plan as needed. She encourages short-term goals alongside deeper work when appropriate. The overall focus is on reducing immediate strain while making sustainable shifts for the future.
Her practice life and clinical experience come from a range of settings over many years. That background informs a practical, problem-solving style that centers on real-world results and reasonable next steps.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based approaches translate to online care
Many evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on behavior change and on skills practice. One common technique involves learning concrete coping skills for managing anxiety and mood swings, such as paced breathing, activity scheduling, and step-by-step problem solving. These methods help with stress, panic symptoms, and daily mood regulation.Another useful approach centers on improving relationship interactions by practicing specific communication steps and feedback exercises. This work looks at patterns in how people speak and respond, then tests small, practical changes that can reduce conflict and increase connection over time.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will review needs, goals, and preferences, and then recommend approaches to try. Clients and the therapist assess progress and change the plan if something is not helping, so the approach is collaborative rather than fixed.
Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They also allow licensed professionals to coordinate work around clients' daily routines, which can help put skills into practice between sessions.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she help with?
She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, intimacy issues, grief, addictions, sleep and eating problems, anger, self-esteem, career changes, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Her style is conversational and practical. Sessions focus on current problems, small experiments, and building coping skills that fit everyday life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional work experience in a variety of settings, which informs a problem-solving approach to care.
Which credential and state is she licensed in?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers