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Laura W.
Chattanooga, TN 37405
from $25 per hour
(57)
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About Laura
Experience: 31 yrs
Hi, I'm Laura, a local grief therapist with over 20 years experience caring for newborns to teens as a live-in, travel, and full-time nanny. I hold a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and am a Licensed Professional Counselor, well versed in child development and psychology. I also hold a Masters in Thanatology (death, dying & bereavement). This sacred service has instilled in me a deep compassion for people at every stage of life. I approach all interactions with intention and kindness, fostering a healthy attachment with children through a balance of individualized attention and autonomy, providing a safe environment for children to explore their world. My goal is for children to feel valued and engaged, and their parents to feel confident and at ease while they are in my care. I'm trained in infant & pediatric CPR and first aid by Red Cross. I am not available for long-term commitments. Please message me for current availability.
Most recent review
We had the absolute pleasure of having Laura care for our five-month-old for a short period, and we grew to truly love her. Located in the Chattanooga area, we would wholeheartedly recommend her to any family looking for a gentle, reliable, and caring nanny. Laura is incredibly kind, sweet, and gentle—exactly the calm, reassuring presence we hoped for with our baby. As first-time parents, Laura was our first experience with a nanny, and she set the bar exceptionally high for anyone we may work with in the future. As a first-time mom, I was especially nervous about having a nanny and even about simple things like taking walks. Laura was so respectful and understanding of all my concerns, which made a huge difference in building trust and comfort. Anytime I needed to talk through something I felt unsure or anxious about, she was always receptive, communicative, and thoughtful in her responses.
Mallory B.
5/14/2026
Services
Age groups
Rates
Recurring jobs
$25/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$22/hr
2 children
$25/hr
Can help with
Carpooling
Child care
Companion care
Craft assistance
Groceries/errands
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Swimming supervision
Transportation
Qualifications
Education
Hood College
Graduate degree
Hood College
Graduate degree
Hood College
Bachelor degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Early child development knowledge
Early childhood eductation
Other Qualifications & Credentials
National Certified Counselor
Certified Thanatologist
Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Volunteer
Certified Disaster Mental Health Counselor
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Has a reliable car
Non-smoker
Contact Laura to check their availability
mon
6:00 PM–10:00 PM
tue
6:00 PM–10:00 PM
wed
6:00 PM–10:00 PM
thu
6:00 PM–10:00 PM
fri
5:00 PM–10:00 PM
sat
5:00 PM–10:00 PM
sun
5:00 PM–10:00 PM
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