About Lara.

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I am passionate about helping clients achieve the best relationship they possibly can.  I particularly love working with clients who are motivated to do the work they need, to attain growth and change.  

 

If you are looking for sensitivity, understanding and a sense of humour, I am an experienced specialist couples therapist who would be delighted to help. 

I have been married to my husband for over 30 years, and our three adult sons have now flown the nest.  I also have two dogs, who I enjoy walking.  I love to cook, and I am a late convert to gardening!

 

I am no stranger to challenges. Over the past several years, I have been with my mother through the trial of Alzheimer’s disease, whilst helping one of my three sons on his journey from drug and alcohol addiction to recovery. 

I am an Accredited Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and a Registered Member of the College for Sex and Relationship Therapy (COSRT), abiding by their ethical frameworks. In line with this, I have regular supervision and I am very committed to my own professional development.  I hold professional indemnity insurance. 

To further my training, I am currently part of Martha Kauppi, AASECT Bi-Monthly Consulting Group.

Qualifications

  • Advanced Diploma in Counselling Supervision

  • Post Graduate Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy

  • Graduate of The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy Training under Ellyn Bader Ph.D. at The Couples Institute

  • Assessing and Treating Sexual Issues in Psychotherapy, Levels 1 & 2 - Martha Kauppi, AASECT

  • Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling

  • Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

  • Advanced Certificate in Relationship Therapy - COSRT approved

  • Certificate in Advanced Clinical Practice in Couple Therapy