Laura Vargas, MSW, LCSW

I’m Laura Vargas, a nationally-recognized, bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical social worker (MSW, LCSW), and I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy for adults and adolescents navigating grief, life transitions, and complex emotions. I offer in-person therapy in Denver and online therapy across Colorado and Pennsylvania, so you can receive support wherever you feel most comfortable.

I became a therapist because I’ve always been deeply curious about people and their resilience. I believe every individual has the capacity to grow, heal, and reconnect with their strengths, even when it feels impossible. My goal is to help you tap into that resilience and find meaningful ways to move forward.

I was born in Colombia and raised in the melting pot that is Miami, Florida. From a young age, I wanted to understand people deeply and help them access their inner strength.

I double-majored in Psychology and International Studies, with a minor in Social Work, at the University of Michigan. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and began my career at the Philadelphia Medical Examiner’s Office.

I had the privilege of starting Philly HEALs, the first-ever holistic grief support program for individuals grieving deaths due to substance-related causes. Since then, I’ve worked with thousands of bereaved individuals, presented at national conferences, trained clinicians, consulted with organizations, and been featured on podcasts and other media platforms.

These experiences shape how I approach therapy today, combining deep respect for each person’s journey with evidence-based strategies that help you heal, grow, and thrive.

I also work as an Adjunct Professor at University of Denver’s Graduate School of Social Work and as the Director of Outreach Programs for Peer Support Community Partners, focusing on expanding peer grief support through the United States.

Learn more at https://www.vargascounseling.com/

• B.A. Psychology, University of Michigan
• B.A. International Studies, University of Michigan
• Master of Social Work, University of Pennsylvania

• Adolescents
• Adults
• Couples
• Families

• Addiction
• Anxiety
• Cancer
• Caregiver Stress
• Chronic Illness
• Culturally Diverse Populations
• Grief and Loss
• Infertility
• Life Changes
• Life Transitions
• Miscarriage
• OCD
• Women’s Issues

• Kaiser Permanente
• United Healthcare/Optum

• Male
• Female
• Transgender
• Non-Binary
• Hispanic and Latino