Clinician Highlight
Meet Laurel! Laurel is a graduate of The Ohio State University with her master’s degree in Social Work. She works in clinical supervision with Abby Sillaman, LISW-S. Laurel has experience working with treatment for eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma. She uses a strengths based and person centered approach to counseling, and incorporates elements of Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She provides an atmosphere of collaboration, support, and empowerment during the therapeutic process.
Laurel is available for appointments Monday through Friday.
You can reach Laurel directly at Laurelmartin@kellercounseling,org.
What is one of your Top 10 bucket list items?
“I love to travel and explore new places! My partner and I actually have a whole "travel bucket list" of places we'd love to see. Some of the destinations include Spain, Denmark, Scotland, Svalbard, Japan, Singapore, Egypt, and a walking trip from London to Canterbury-- done while reading The Canterbury Tales out loud to each other during stops!”
Would you rather have someone create a painting, song, poem, novel or movie about you?
“ I think I would most like someone to create a movie about me. A music video or documentary would both be very intriguing and fun to see! Or maybe one of those painfully realistic coming-of-age movies in which they showcase just how awkward humans can be when we are trying to learn what is authentic for us."
What do you like to do in your spare time?
“When I am not at work, I practice lots of self-care and enjoy fun times with friends, family, and my dog. I am a big book nerd and am specifically a fan of Fantasy, historical fiction, existentialist literature, and books with flawed but lovable main characters. I also enjoy dancing, practicing krav maga, baking (and eating baked treats), getting coffee with friends, playing video games with my partner, and going on long walks.”
What could you give a 40 minute presentation on without any preparation, non work related?
“The Harry Potter series. Also self-defense basics. .”
What is your go to snack?
“My go to snack at home is hummus and pita chips. It also truly brightens my day to go to a coffee shop and get a latte and a muffin as a snack.“
