Dr. Lara James

NCPS

Therapist · United Kingdom · 3+ years of experience

Compassionate integrative counselling for anger

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Integrative person-centred care
Creative therapeutic activities
NCPS credential held

About Lara

Dr. Lara James is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people with anger alongside stress, anxiety, depression and relationship concerns. She also helps with trauma and abuse, addiction, self-esteem issues and the emotional effects of life changes. Dr. James holds an NCPS credential and brings three years of professional experience to her work.

Her style is integrative and person-centred. That means sessions focus on the individual’s needs while drawing on different psychological ideas when useful. She may combine humanistic listening with psychodynamic reflection or cognitive-behavioural techniques, depending on what a person needs.

Creative methods are part of the offering too. Some sessions may include practical activities alongside talking to help people express feelings and try new coping strategies. This can suit those who find talking alone isn’t enough.

Dr. James works with a wide range of concerns including grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, ADHD, bipolar and career stress. She also supports people navigating identity and relationship challenges in LGBT contexts and those living with neurodivergence such as high-functioning autism.

People usually begin by discussing current difficulties and practical goals. The aim is to build understanding, reduce distress and identify tools that fit everyday life. To start, visitors use the site’s Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to arrange sessions.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problems Control issues Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionForgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

How evidence-based approaches are used online

Dr. James works from an integrative, person-centred base and draws on evidence-based techniques to meet specific needs. Cognitive behavioural ideas are used to help identify unhelpful thoughts and develop practical coping strategies for anger, anxiety and depression. Psychodynamic-informed reflection can help people understand patterns from the past that influence current reactions and relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try methods together with the client, adjusting techniques to match goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps decide whether talking, practical exercises or creative activities will be most helpful.

If you are considering online work, check the site to confirm which session formats are offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when that suits. They also allow people to try different ways of working, such as combining conversation with creative tasks, without needing to travel.

At a glance

Listed location: United Kingdom
Experience: 3+ years
Credentials: NCPS
Languages: English
Registration (United Kingdom): NCPS · No. NCS23-03884

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Dr. James help with?

She supports people with anger and related issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and trauma. The list also includes addiction, grief, self-esteem and sleep or eating problems.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her work is integrative with a person-centred core. Sessions often focus on understanding how someone experiences things while using other approaches when they suit the person.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has three years of professional experience working with a broad range of concerns, including neurodivergence and trauma-related issues.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She holds NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with her from another country?

She is not currently accepting international clients, so sessions are arranged for people within the UK.

How are sessions paid for and charged?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to arrange sessions?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

Before you start

Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
Check that the location and registration details above fit where you live.
If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.