- Integrative approach
- Person-centred focus
- Creative methods
About Lara
Dr. Lara James is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with three years of experience. She holds the NCPS credential from the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society. She lists social anxiety and phobia among the concerns she works with alongside stress, depression and relationship issues.
She uses an integrative approach that draws on person-centred ideas alongside psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioural ways of working. That means sessions often focus on what matters to the client now, while also looking at patterns from the past and practical steps to manage difficult thoughts or feelings. Creative activities are sometimes used in sessions to support talking and reflection.
In practice this looks like a mix of listening, gentle challenge and practical strategies. A typical session may include talking through recent situations, noticing unhelpful thought patterns, and trying short exercises to change how a person reacts. For people with neurodivergence or complex trauma the pace is adjusted to their needs.
She supports people facing issues such as addiction, grief, intimacy-related concerns, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting strain, anger and career stress. Additional focuses listed include attachment problems, autism and Asperger syndrome, body image and caregiver stress. The profile also mentions work with bipolar and ADHD-related challenges.
Sessions are conducted in English. Prospective clients are asked to confirm current session options before booking and to follow the practice instructions for arranging an initial appointment. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Dr Lara James describes an integrative approach that brings together person-centred, psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioural ideas. Person-centred work focuses on listening and supporting a person's own goals, helping them clarify what matters in sessions. Psychodynamic ideas look at patterns that may come from earlier relationships and how these patterns show up now. Cognitive-behavioural techniques involve practical steps to spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, which can be useful for anxiety and social fears.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist and client will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and then agree on which methods to try. That collaborative planning can include short experiments, reflective exercises or creative activities to suit the person's needs.
The original biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow check-ins from different locations. Some formats also let sessions be shorter or use audio only when that better fits the day. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt their methods to work effectively online while helping clients manage everyday life demands.
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Also works with
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with a wide range of issues including anxiety, stress, relationship problems, trauma and self-esteem concerns. Social anxiety and phobia are listed among her focus areas.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses an integrative approach drawing on person-centred, psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioural ideas. Sessions can include talking, reflective work and creative exercises.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom. This is the length of time noted in her profile.
What credentials and location are listed?
The profile lists NCPS from the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society and the counsellor is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I find out what session formats are used?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the practice before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time, as stated in the profile.
How do I get started?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.