Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
I am professional counselor licensed in Missouri with over 12 years of experience working as therapist, supervisor, and teacher. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. One of my specialties is DBT – Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help clients with their emotions, coping skills and relationships.
My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral and acceptance and commitment therapy. I also pull a lot from positive psychology, I want to know what is going right that we can build on. I believe everyone has unique strengths and something special to contribute. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
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Lara Ashbaugh is a Missouri-based professional counselor with 10 years of experience working as a therapist, supervisor, and teacher. She is licensed to practice counseling in Missouri and holds the credential MO LPC 2007035135, which authorizes her to provide clinical therapy in the state.
Her work covers a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related challenges. She has also supported people facing the effects of physical trauma and emotional abuse.
One of her clinical specialties is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which she uses to help clients build emotion regulation, coping skills, and healthier relationships. Her therapeutic approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with acceptance and commitment therapy, and she frequently draws from positive psychology to identify strengths to build upon.
A warm, interactive counseling style guides her work. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and avoids stigmatizing labels. Sessions and treatment plans are tailored to each person’s specific needs so that therapy aligns with individual goals and strengths.
Seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and Lara aims to support and empower people who decide to take that step. She looks forward to working with clients who are ready to begin making changes.
For many common concerns – such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating major life changes – online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person counseling. Research and practice have shown that remote sessions often produce comparable outcomes for these kinds of issues.
One major benefit is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the format that fits their schedule and comfort level, whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This makes it easier to maintain consistency and incorporate therapy into a busy life.
All participating therapists are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they seek a different approach or fit. For many individuals, online therapy provides an accessible, practical route to receiving clinical support for everyday mental health challenges.
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