Dr. Lara Neely, LPC

Dr. Lara Neely welcomes people who feel overwhelmed by stress or anxiety and want practical ways to feel steadier. She introduces short, clear strategies so clients can start using them quickly. Sessions are straightforward and focused on what matters most to each person. Dr. Neely is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, with four years of clinical experience. She has worked in psychiatric emergency care, community behavioral health, and private practice. That mix means she has seen a wide range of problems, from panic attacks and mood swings to sleep problems and trauma. Many people come because life changes or relationships have become hard to manage. She helps people build a toolbox of skills - breathing, thought work, behavior changes, and grounding techniques - so they have options when things feel out of control. She also uses hypnotherapy when it fits a person’s goals. Her clients have included teens, adults, and older adults facing grief, caregiving strain, chronic illness, career stress, and identity concerns. She aims to treat each person without judgment and to make sessions a place for honest problem-solving. Dr. Neely emphasizes collaboration. She listens for strengths, helps people set small goals, and teaches repeatable skills they can use between sessions. The focus is on immediate relief and building lasting coping strategies.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that match their values. It often helps with ongoing anxiety, stress about life changes, and feelings of emptiness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replace them with clearer, more effective responses. CBT is commonly used for panic, sleep problems, low mood, and worry. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and supporting a person's own goals so they can feel understood and discover solutions that work for them.

Finding the right approach is usually a team effort. The therapist will listen to the person's needs, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust based on what helps. That collaborative process guides whether ACT, CBT, client-centered work, hypnotherapy, or a mix feels best.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and making it simpler to schedule around work or caregiving duties. Many people find that virtual or remote sessions let them access consistent support while juggling daily responsibilities.