Laura Schmuldt

Dr. Laura M. Schmuldt is an Associate Professor and Interim Department Chair in the Counseling Department at National Louis University. With over 25 years of clinical experience and 15 years in counselor education, she specializes in trauma counseling, group therapy, and women's mental health. Her work spans psychiatric rehabilitation, addiction treatment, and private practice, complemented by advanced training in EMDR and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

• Ph.D., University of Central Florida: Counselor Education and Supervision
• M.A., Northeastern Illinois University: Counselor Education
• B.A., University of Illinois at Chicago: Psychology

Dr. Schmuldt's research focuses on trauma counseling, abortion-related mental health, and EMDR adaptation for diverse populations. She integrates therapeutic documentation and curative factors into group counseling frameworks. Recent publications emphasize stress reduction, pandemic-era counseling, and the intersection of childhood abuse and addiction.

Her presentations at national and international conferences highlight innovative applications of EMDR and DBT. Dr. Schmuldt serves as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor-Associate in North Carolina and is affiliated with organizations like the American Counseling Association and Association for Specialists in Group Work.

Contact: lschmuldt@nl.edu | Office: 910-409-7773