Bia is your space to practice guided exposures and to find a licensed therapist. Bia is not a therapy provider: the therapy itself happens with an independent, licensed provider who leads your care, while Bia supports your practice alongside it. We verify each listed therapist's license, and you choose the provider who's right for you.
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Laura Berssenbrugge
PsyD
(she/her)
Bia included free
Bia Advisory Board member and psychologist with 10+ years of experience in CBT, DBT, and ERP. I specialize in emetophobia, fear of flying/driving, social and separation anxiety, OCD, tics and trichotillomania, and co-occurring depression, ADHD, autism and trauma.
Bia builds and runs your exposure plan for what you are working on. Your therapist supports you through it.
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This therapist takes part in PSYPACT, so they can also see clients online in 24 other participating states.
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Common questions about therapy
We understand. In therapy, you are in control. A therapist is there to guide and support you at every step. Your first conversation with your therapist is a chance to ask them about therapy and their approach to ensure it feels like a good fit.
Exposure means gently approaching the situations or thoughts that trigger anxiety, rather than avoiding them. Avoidance gives anxiety its power. By facing fears in a safe, controlled way, your brain learns those situations are not actually dangerous. There are never tricks, traps, or surprises, and you don't have to do things that are actually dangerous
No problem. You can ask Laura Berssenbrugge all of your questions during your first call. They will be happy to explain their process and what therapy involves.
About Laura Berssenbrugge
Laura Berssenbrugge offers both in-person and online sessions. In-person sessions are available in Hawaii, New York, New Jersey, Colorado, Delaware, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, Texas, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., Washington, Vermont, Virginia.
Laura Berssenbrugge accepts the following insurance plans: Tricare. Self-pay is also accepted.
Yes. Laura Berssenbrugge offers a free 15-minute consultation so you can ask questions and get a feel for whether it's a good fit before committing to anything.
Laura Berssenbrugge uses ERP, CBT, ACT, DBT, Mindfulness-Based. These are evidence-based approaches shown to be effective for anxiety, phobias, and OCD.
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Using Bia alongside therapy
Bia is an evidence-based tool that works with or without a therapist. When used with a therapist, Bia provides guided exposure exercises to help you practice what you are learning in therapy at home.
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