
Welcome
Seeking support takes courage, and you’ve already taken an important first step. Whether you’re healing from trauma, navigating parenting challenges, or feeling stuck in anxious and depressive patterns that no longer serve you, you don’t have to do it alone.
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Specialization
Parenting Challenges
Is parenting feeling overwhelming? Many parents reach out when they’re troubled by recurring arguments, concerned about their child’s emotional health, or adjusting to major family transitions. They’re looking for clear strategies to improve communication, establish consistent boundaries, and restore harmony at home. My work focuses on fostering resilience and strengthening the connection between parents and their children.
Trauma
Trauma can leave you feeling on edge, disconnected, or overwhelmed by memories and emotions that surface when you least expect them. You might notice changes in your relationships, your sense of safety, or the way you see yourself, even long after the event. In therapy, we work together to understand how trauma has affected your mind and body, helping you make sense of your reactions rather than judging them. Through evidence-based approaches, you can learn to regulate your nervous system, reduce distress, and gently process what happened at a pace that feels safe. Over time, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself, rebuild trust, and move toward a life that feels grounded and whole.
Anxiety, Depression
Anxiety and depression can make even the simplest parts of life feel heavy, leaving you exhausted, overwhelmed, or caught in cycles of worry and self-doubt. You might find yourself withdrawing, struggling to focus, or feeling disconnected from the things and people you care about. In therapy, we explore what’s fueling these emotions, helping you understand your patterns, your triggers, and the stories you tell yourself during difficult moments. Together, we build tools to calm your mind, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and create rhythms that support your mood and energy. With time and practice, therapy can help you feel more grounded, hopeful, and capable of moving forward with clarity and confidence.
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Laura Bercu Murillo, LMFT provides Telehealth psychotherapy services using evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, to clients in North Carolina.





