‘Together, you and I can walk the path to inner strength’
Hello, my name is Lara and I’m a humanistic-integrative therapist
What does this mean? I use a blend of the theories explained below, whilst keeping in line with my humanistic values. I strongly believe we all have the right to self govern and decide what is best for us (autonomy), but some of us might have experienced trauma, abandonment, abuse, debilitating shame or have a lack of healthy coping strategies to live an authentic life.
Counselling Approaches
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a short term psychotherapy in which we both work collaboratively to set goals, examine faulty thinking patterns and cognitive distortions resulting in changes to mood and behaviour. It’s scientifically recommended for anxiety disorders and anger Management.
This is a structured program of psychotherapy with a strong educational component designed to provide skills for managing intense emotions, impulse control and negotiating social relationships. It is the treatment of choice for borderline personality disorder (BPD) Autism (ASD) Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD).
Has unprocessed trauma resulted in chronic pain and fatigue? It is now understood that your body holds on to memories of trauma (somatic). I use the 3 Phases approach to trauma. It is vital to create safety and stability before any processing can begin. My gentle and compassionate approach will help you move towards a more connected self. This can be particularly helpful with Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), Dissociative identity disorder (DID) and complex grief.
Inner Child Work and Attachment Focused Therapy are designed to help with those who were hurt or neglected as children, either by those around them or by external circumstances. Their roots lie in psycho-developmental theory. This approach is useful in repairing old wounds and learning to parent ourselves. It can also help to build and maintain healthy relationships in the here and now.
I completed my training in 2019 at Maple Leaf Counselling and training Centre, Solihull, West Midlands. As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I comply with their ethical framework and ensure that my qualifications, training and insurance documents are up to date. I went on to work in domestic abuse for West Mercia Police and continued training in Neurodivergence and developmental conditions.
What issues can counselling help with?:
My location
My counselling sessions are 50 minutes long and can be held either face-to-face, online, or over the telephone. For in-person appointments, I offer sessions at the following locations:
54 South Street, Redditch, B98 7DQ
91 Birchfield Road, Headless Cross, Redditch, B97 4LB
I welcome clients from the surrounding areas, including Redditch, Bromsgrove, Birmingham, Worcestershire, and Warwickshire.
Fees and availability
Counselling sessions for individuals last 50 minutes, usually taking place on a weekly basis, and cost £50 per session. I also offer a free informal telephone consultation to help us determine what you hope to gain from therapy and to see if you’re comfortable with us working together.
Some medical information will be collected during the initial stages, which will be stored confidentially and in accordance with current GDPR guidelines. All information requested will be strictly relevant for assessment and ethical practice.
Please note that if you need to cancel an appointment, I require 48 hours' notice; otherwise, you will still need to pay for any missed sessions.
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment.
This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on 07432008511 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential.
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