Meet Laura Meader, Licensed Therapist for Women in Washington State

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I'm so glad you're here

I'm so glad you're here

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Hello! I’m Laura.

I’m a licensed clinical social worker and therapist passionate about helping women who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves. Whether you’re struggling with burnout, intrusive thoughts, or simply want to feel more grounded and present in your life, therapy can be the space where you finally exhale.

I’ve spent much of my life caring about and for others, from working with women veterans and facilitating parent groups to raising my own three children. My goal is to make therapy a place where you can feel seen, understood, and supported. Together, we’ll explore what’s getting in the way of your peace and help you reconnect with the version of yourself you miss most.

Let’s begin the conversation — schedule your free consultation today.

I love helping high-achieving women go from overwhelmed and burned out to fulfilled and balanaced

My Values -

We all need support. Stress, parenthood, job changes, and relationships affect every one of us, and reaching out for help shouldn’t come with shame. My practice is grounded in inclusivity and authenticity.

I provide therapy that is:

  • LGBTQ+ and neurodiversity-affirming

  • Anti-racist and culturally responsive

  • Respectful of diverse spiritual and religious beliefs

You deserve a space that feels safe, empowering, and judgment-free. A space where healing feels possible and connection feels real.

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My Background & Training

I bring a balance of professional expertise and lived experience to my work. I’m deeply committed to evidence-based, compassionate care that honors your individuality and story.

Credentials & Certifications:

  • Master of Arts in Clinical Social Work – The University of Chicago

  • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (#LW61220321 – WA)

  • CESATE Fellow – Seattle, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

  • Motivational Interviewing & Motivational Enhancement Therapy – Veterans Affairs

  • Trauma-Informed Care – The University of Chicago

  • Maternal Mental Health Certificate – Postpartum Support International (PSI)

  • Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy – Postpartum Support International (PSI)

  • Washington State Approved Supervisor

A little more about me:

Pronouns: she/her

Personality type: Cancer ♋︎, Aries ☾, Virgo ↑

Animal energy: Dog loyalty, cat independence

Born and raised in the Midwest (where my love for tater tots runs deep), I’ve called the Pacific Northwest home for the past seven years. When I’m not working, you’ll find me reading, doing my best to hydrate, and chasing my kids, or the sunlight around the neighborhood.

as Heard On: Doula Talk Podcast

Doula Talk — Episode 41: Understanding Postpartum Mood Disorders (Laura Meader, LICSW)

In this follow-up episode, Laura and Dr. Angie Maxwell return to Doula Talk for a deeply validating discussion on postpartum anxiety and OCD, two experiences that often go unseen and unspoken. Together with Deb, they unpack what sets postpartum anxiety apart from everyday worry, how intrusive thoughts can feel frightening but are treatable, and the many ways anxiety manifests in the body, even within the pelvic floor.

The episode offers clear, compassionate strategies for understanding symptoms, seeking timely support, and fostering open communication with partners. Whether you’re a new parent, expectant, or supporting someone through postpartum life, you’ll walk away feeling seen, supported, and empowered with hope and resources.

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Doula Talk — Understanding Postpartum Mood Disorders (Episode 29)

In this powerful and affirming conversation, Laura joins Doula Deb and Dr. Angie Maxwell, PT, DPT of Madrona PT, to talk honestly about what healing really looks like after birth. Together, they explore the difference between the baby blues and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), how trauma can show up in both the mind and body, and why emotional and physical recovery are deeply connected.

Listeners will gain practical tools to recognize red flags in themselves or their partners, guidance for starting compassionate conversations, and a reassuring reminder that healing doesn’t have a deadline. You’re not behind, broken, or alone.

Ready to connect?

Therapy is not about “fixing” you, it’s about rediscovering who you already are. If you’re ready to start that journey, I’d love to meet you.

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