Laura Layton
M.Ed, LPC, LCMHC
Laura Layton serves as a Licensed Counselor and Christian Life Coach at Bit of Hope Ranch, where she supports clients in finding healing, strengthening relationships, and discovering deeper purpose and meaning in their lives. She believes in a holistic approach to counseling that considers the mind, body, and spirit while helping clients move toward growth and restoration.
Laura was drawn to counseling through a passion for helping people navigate life’s challenges and develop healthier relationships with themselves and others. She was also drawn to Bit of Hope Ranch because of her belief in the healing and teaching power of nature and animals. The peaceful environment of the ranch provides a unique setting where clients can experience growth, connection, and renewal.
Laura’s counseling style is relational and holistic, meeting clients where they are and honoring the courage it takes to seek help. Her work integrates multiple therapeutic approaches including person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalytic perspectives, Gestalt therapy, somatic and nervous system work, and experiential methods such as equine-assisted and outdoor therapy.
In addition to traditional counseling, Laura is trained in specialized modalities including Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T.), Brainspotting, biblical counseling, marriage counseling, and life coaching. She also enjoys offering counseling intensives, workshops, and leading retreats designed to support deeper healing and transformation.
Laura considers it a privilege to walk alongside her clients as they share their stories and work toward healing. Outside of counseling, she enjoys spending time outdoors, cultivating friendships, and finding joy in God’s creation while continuing her own journey of growth and faith.
