Lara is a counselling psychologist who takes a strengths-based and collaborative approach to therapy. She is passionate about supporting children, adolescents and their families. Lara is a senior clinician with a child and family focus, providing both short- and long-term therapeutic interventions. She uses a range of different modalities, depending on the individual needs, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and play therapy.
Professional Qualifications
Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology
Master of Health Science in Counselling Psychology – First Class Honours
Bachelor of Health Science (Hons) in Counselling Psychology – First Class Honours
Postgraduate Diploma in Science with Distinction in Psychology
Bachelor of Arts – Major in Psychology, Minor in Education
Memberships to Professional Colleges/Boards
New Zealand Psychologists Board (NZPB)