Katharine Laidley , MD, LCPC

Katharine Laidley is a licensed mental health practitioner in Maryland with 10 years of professional experience. She brings a calm, compassionate approach to working with people who are navigating trauma, abuse, and major life changes. Laidley emphasizes respect and sensitivity in every interaction and adapts conversation and treatment plans to address each person’s unique circumstances and goals.

Holding the credentials MD and LCPC, she combines medical training with licensed clinical counseling expertise - MD indicates a Doctor of Medicine and LCPC denotes a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. This blend supports a thoughtful, individualized approach to care that focuses on practical steps toward greater well-being.

Katharine recognizes that seeking help requires courage, and she frames therapy as a collaborative process meant to empower clients as they pursue a more fulfilling and happier life. She is committed to providing steady support while tailoring interventions to meet the specific needs of each individual.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Katharine Laidley uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on helping people process difficult experiences and regain steadiness in daily life. One set of techniques centers on working through trauma and abuse in a paced, supportive way that reduces distress and helps people reclaim a sense of control. Another set emphasizes skills-building for managing anxiety, stress, addictive patterns, and life transitions - practical strategies to improve coping, self-esteem, and functioning.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Katharine works collaboratively with each person to identify goals, try appropriate techniques, and adjust the plan based on what is most helpful for the individual’s needs, preferences, and pace.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit care into a busy life and to access support from wherever the client is located. These formats allow licensed professionals to provide flexible, consistent care that can be scheduled around work, family, or health demands while maintaining a focus on meaningful progress.