Lara James, NCPS
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lara is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- Great news, Lara is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
More about Lara
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- NCPS
I am a UK-based counsellor, fully qualified to practice (Prof. Dip. Psy. C.) and am a member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society. MNCPS (Acc.)
Integrative counselling draws upon various disciplines in the field of psychotherapeutic practice. This means that I take a person-centred (humanistic) approach to my work, but may also draw upon psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural theories and methods. Additionally I use creative ideas within my practice so that our work may include activities beyond talking and listening, enabling a more flexible and holistic approach to counselling therapy. I provide you with a confidential, non-judgmental place to talk and provide support to a wide range of clients with an equally wide range of therapeutic needs. Examples include:
Depression, anxiety, clients with high functioning ASD and other neurodivergence; relationships; workplace difficulties, unemployment/underemployment; stalking; physical, psychological and sexual abuse; traumatic events; impacts of crime and more.
Get in touch, and let's talk about how we could work together.
Specialties
Licenses
- NCPS · United Kingdom · NCS23-03884 · Expires October 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Lara James offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lara James works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Lara James speak?
Lara James speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lara James have?
Lara James has 3 years of experience.
Where is Lara James licensed to practice?
Lara James is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Lara James accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Lara James does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Lara James?
Lara James can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Lara James?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.