Peace-Filled
Licensed Professional Counselor · Holistic approach · Certified therapy dog handler
Licensed in Pennsylvania
Laurie DeMark has worked across most of the hardest rooms in this field — trauma, abuse, forensics, the partial hospitalization of children and teens, grief and bereavement, geriatrics.
Laurie DeMark has worked across most of the hardest rooms in this field — trauma, abuse, forensics, the partial hospitalization of children and teens, grief and bereavement, geriatrics. Very little arrives that she has not sat with before.
Over the years Laurie has worked with children, youth, and families, and her experience extends through trauma, abuse, forensic settings, depression, and anxiety. She has worked in partial hospitalization programs for children and teens, and in grief, bereavement, and geriatric care.
Laurie works with children, youth, families, and adults, and brings particular depth to grief and bereavement, trauma, and older adults.
Laurie is a strong believer in a holistic approach — attending to the various aspects of a life and to the whole person rather than a single presenting problem.
Much of her work centers on the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and actions, and on what becomes possible when a client can see how those three move together. She is equally clear that no method is applied uniformly: sessions are tailored to what a particular client needs.
Clients can expect to feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported in a space that honors their own story and lived experience. Laurie believes healing begins with feeling safe enough to be yourself, without judgment or pressure. Together, she and her clients uncover strengths, explore meaningful insight, and build practical tools for moving forward.
Outside of sessions, Laurie makes certified therapy dog visits with her dog, and is glad to share the comfort that comes with them.