Psychologist in Glendale, Wisconsin Laura Carter, Psychologist

Dr. Laura Carter is a Psychologist in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2005.

Laura provides therapy with a warm, affirming, and nonjudgmental approach, creating a space where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow. Her style is reflective and thoughtfully challenging, helping individuals gain insight while feeling supported every step of the way. She values authenticity, flexibility, and collaboration in the therapeutic process, meeting each client where they are with compassion, mindfulness, and a grounded presence. Laura also believes healing can include moments of humor, hope, and encouragement while working toward meaningful change.

Laura works with adults navigating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, relationship challenges, substance use, psychosis, bipolar disorder, life transitions, chronic illness, identity exploration, and workplace or career stress. She is especially passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and helping clients process cultural, social, and systemic experiences that impact mental health. Laura also works with individuals recently discharged from psychiatric hospitalization who are seeking stability, coping skills, and continued healing and support.

Her therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based therapy, motivational interviewing, and strength-based approaches. Laura collaborates with clients to build practical tools for managing emotions, improving relationships, increasing self-understanding, and creating lives that feel more aligned with their values and goals.

Laura believes therapy can be a meaningful space for healing, self-discovery, and personal growth. Whether clients are navigating a difficult season or seeking deeper insight and balance in their lives, she strives to help them move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence.