Laura Cooper, MSSW, LCSW, TCADC, TIYT
Certified Social Worker and Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher
Professional Summary
Laura is an EMDR-trained Certified Social Worker and Temporary Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor based in Richmond, Kentucky. She holds degrees from Eastern Kentucky University’s Social Work Program and the University of Louisville’s Kent School of Social Work. With a trauma-informed approach, Laura’s practice is grounded in her extensive knowledge, skills, values, and real-world experience in prevention and treatment. She works with clients aged 18 and older.
Laura is passionate about empowering her clients. She finds joy when they fully engage in the therapeutic process and begin to realize their strength and growth through the skills they are learning.
In addition to her EMDR training, Laura is also a Trauma-Informed YogaFit Teacher, blending mindfulness and movement into her practice to support holistic healing.
"I help those who are facing difficult issues or barriers to identify coping skills that work for them and access resources to help overcome those challenges."
— Laura Cooper, MSSW, CSW, TCADC, TIYT
Areas of Experience:
Anxiety & Panic
Depression & Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
Stress
Substance Use
Trauma
Type of Therapy:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
Individual Therapy
Mental Health Assessment
Mindfulness
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
SUD Assessment
Insurances Accepted:
Kentucky Medicaid
Specializations and Certifications
Laura is trained in trauma informed yoga (TIY) and uses TIY combined with cognitive reframing techniques to assist clients in getting in touch with their mind and body.