Lara Shemali, LMHC
- Washington
- WA LMHC LH60083808
Not accepting new clientsVerified 13 hours agoInternational clients
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About Lara
I am licensed in Washington with 29 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress reduction tools, combating anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, and a variety of overcoming various addictions and embracing recovery from such as well personal and professional motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression and a variety of other stressors. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where you and I can share thoughts and feelings in confidence without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Also, I understand that with busy life and work schedules, it can be difficult to coordinate therapy sessions during business hours. Although I have set hours to conduct sessions during the week days, I am also amenable to evening and weekend hours if I have availability. Rest assured, do not let your busy schedule interfere with your mental health and emotional well-being. We can work together to coordinate care for your unique situation, responsibilities, and personal demands. I'm excited to get to know you and am honored that you are willing to share your journey with me. Read more Show less
What Lara helps with
Specialties and approaches
Specializes in
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential Therapy
Also experienced with
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues