- Person-centred approach
- Creative methods
- Trauma and relationship support
About Lara
Dr. Lara James is a counsellor in the United Kingdom with a Professional Diploma in Psychology and NCPS registration. She has three years' experience and works with young adults facing common pressures of early adult life such as anxiety, relationships and coping with big changes.
She supports people who struggle with stress, low mood, trauma and issues around self-esteem. She also works with those dealing with addiction, grief, sleep and eating difficulties, and concerns around intimacy and sexual identity. Her practice includes help for people with ADHD, bipolar and neurodivergent traits where these affect daily life.
Her approach mixes person-centred counselling with ideas from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioural thinking. Sessions are usually conversational, with space to talk through feelings and patterns. She may also use creative activities alongside talking to help people reflect in different ways.
Clients often bring problems from work, study and relationships as well as past trauma or abuse. She has experience with stalking, impacts of crime and caregiving stress among other issues. Sessions aim to make practical sense of what is happening now and identify steps to manage things differently.
Dr James works in a straightforward, respectful way and will discuss options with each person. If you want to explore whether this approach fits, she asks you to use the service's matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to talk about goals and next steps.
Approaches used and how online sessions help
Her stated method combines person-centred counselling with psychodynamic ideas and cognitive-behavioural techniques. Person-centred work focuses on listening and reflecting so a person can understand their own feelings and make choices. Psychodynamic ideas look at patterns that come from past relationships and how they affect present behaviour. Cognitive-behavioural techniques focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying different behaviours to reduce distress.Working out which approach fits best is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together you can try different ways of working and adjust the focus as needs change.
The practical benefits of online sessions depend on the formats offered; the biography did not specify formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit appointments around study, work or travel and can reduce time spent commuting. Some formats work better for short check-ins or when camera bandwidth is limited, while others suit longer reflective work. The therapist will help plan sessions so they fit into daily life and support your goals.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship issues among other concerns listed in her profile, including trauma, addiction and self-esteem.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her work is primarily person-centred with influences from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioural ideas. She also uses creative activities alongside talking.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds a Professional Diploma in Psychology, is registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can she work with non-English speakers or clients abroad?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.
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