I am a clinical psychologist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trauma treatment, and couple therapy. I also provide career and life coaching to help clients achieve professional success and personal fulfillment. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, offering culturally sensitive, evidence-based support. I provide: - Individual therapy: anxiety, depression, stress management. - Trauma therapy: PTSD, complex trauma, healing and resilience. - Couple therapy: communication, conflict resolution, relationship strengthening. - CBT techniques for lasting behavioral change. Coaching: - Career coaching: transitions, professional development, work-life balance. - Life coaching: goal achievement, major decisions, values alignment, personal growth. Whether you're healing from trauma, strengthening your relationship, or pursuing career and life goals, I provide compassionate guidance that empowers meaningful change.

Hello! I'm Lara, a certified life coach and holistic therapist supporting creatives, professionals, and purpose-driven individuals on their journey to clarity, confidence, and creative fulfillment. With a background as a filmmaker and entrepreneur, I specialize in helping you overcome internal blocks—like self-doubt, procrastination, or imposter syndrome—so you can thrive in your personal life and creative career. My approach is practical, intuitive, and tailored to your needs. I blend traditional and holistic tools including: 🔹 Mindset Work: CBT, NLP, EFT Tapping, Inner Child Healing, Hypnosis 🌿 Embodiment Practices: Meditation, Breathwork, Somatic Techniques, Dream Interpretation 🎨 Creative Tools: Film Therapy, Journaling, Symbolic Storytelling, Music & Art Therapy Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back—whether it’s perfectionism, fear of failure, comparison, or simply burnout—and create a personalized plan to move you forward. Clients often come to me when they’re experiencing: - Creative blocks or lack of purpose - Difficulty focusing or finishing projects - Low self-worth and visibility anxiety - Challenges promoting their work or setting boundaries - The desire to reconnect with their authentic voice You don’t need to navigate this alone. My sessions are a judgment-free, supportive space to process emotions, clear limiting beliefs, and build sustainable success—on your own terms. ✨ “Lara helped me silence my inner critic and tap into a creative flow I hadn’t felt in years.” – Aurora ✅ Available for individual or group coaching 🌍 Sessions in English or Italian 💌 Complimentary discovery call available 💫 Limited sliding-scale spots for those currently experiencing financial difficulties Let’s unlock your full potential—professionally, creatively, and soulfully. Reach out today, I’d love to support your journey.

Somewhere along the way, the weight became too heavy, and the person you used to be feels far away. You are not failing, you are carrying a load never meant to be borne alone. Licensed Psychologist | ACT & CBT | Anxiety, Stress & Depression I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, an ACBS Member, and a Top Rated specialist with a 100% JSS. I specialize in helping motivated adults integrate their professional success with profound mental well-being. Core Areas of Support * Burnout Recovery & Stress Management: Learn to organize thoughts , process distress, and handle heavy workloads. * Anxiety & Emotional Regulation: Clinical support for Panic Attack Recovery , Social Anxiety , and Performance Anxiety. * Perfectionism & Personal Development: Unpacking unresolved stress, grief , or trauma-informed patterns that fuel exhaustion. * Value-Aligned Living: Shifting from frantic daily survival to purposeful, committed action. I don't believe in rigid, cookie-cutter protocols. I operate from a transdiagnostic approach designed to deeply understand your unique, individual case. True clinical expertise relies on a strong, collaborative therapeutic alliance. In my practice, you completely own this space , and we build your strategic therapeutic objectives together. My work is grounded in Behavioral Science and the latest Evidence-Based Tools. I use a blend of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Process-Based Therapy (PBT) to help you organize thoughts and regulate emotions with surgical precision. By incorporating Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), we create a space where you can develop true Self-Esteem and Confidence without the burnout. But tools are only half the story. Real change happens through a genuine therapeutic alliance where you completely own this space and we build your goals together. It’s time to stop fighting your own mind and start building a life of value-aligned living and committed action. Ready to stop managing symptoms and start building a life aligned with who you are? Click the green "Message" or "Invite" button. I reply to all serious inquiries within 24 hours.

Personal: I am passionate about my Work and Life. I am a wife of 37 years, a mother and a grandmother. I live in Hilton, South Africa. I am a busy person and have many hobbies including walking, music, reading, sewing, being with friends and family. I try to ensure that my life is very balanced. When younger, I played and Coached hockey at a Provincial level. I then married and became a mother of 2 girls, and became a grandmother in 2021- and consider being a wife, mother and grandmother to be my greatest roles. Life has given me many challenges, including the loss of our younger daughter, a divorce, relationship difficulties, having Burnout and dealing with Narcissistic Abuse. All of these challenges have helped me immensely in being able to really understand people, and therefore be a better Coach. I want people not only to survive, but to thrive! As a Coach : I have coached all ages, all genders, varied topics/situations since 2009. I love seeing my clients faces when we have removed obstacles/blockages in their lives. I am a kind, empathetic and encouraging Coach. I believe that we can find a way out of most difficulties. I don't even feel like I work, because I love what I do! School: I was educated partially in the USA, and South Africa to Grade 12 level. University: 5 years. 1 year in USA, and then returned to South Africa to complete my 4 year degree and Teaching Diploma. I have a post Grad Diploma in Sports Psychology. Coach Training: New Insights Coach Training, Neuro-Science training, many of the 6 seconds coaching courses ( global Emotional Intelligence experts) and many other coaching courses to make sure I am up to date. Work: I taught High School for 7 years, I ran a successful swim school, hockey clinics school, ran an auctioneering business for my husband, worked as a Real Estate agent and then have been a successful Coach since 2009.

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not making the progress you want? Let’s fix that. I’m a Counseling Psychologist and Mindset Coach with 10+ years of experience helping people get clear, stay motivated, and move forward whether it’s in life, work, or both. * If you’re dealing with stress, burnout, procrastination, or just too much on your plate, I’m here to help. In our 1:1 online sessions, we can: •Work through what’s holding you back •Build better habits and routines •Get clear on your goals and next steps •Create more balance and structure •Stay focused and accountable This is a safe, no-pressure space to talk things through and get support that actually helps. Let’s team up and turn your “SOMEDAY” into action!!!

I have seven years of experience as a coach, counselor, therapist, and life skills educator. My approach involves exploring intrapersonal conflicts and trying to harmonize two opposing parts within the individual that bring about a sense of ambivalence. I enjoy assisting clients in charting their preferred future so they can gravitate toward their goals and dreams instead of flogging themselves uphill. I also employ Socratic questioning for validity-testing perceptions and diluting demands on self so one can wade with grace through life while also being fully grounded in reality. Specializing in: 1. Enhancing Hope 2. Managing Emotions 3. Tackling Procrastination 4. Understanding Anxiety 5. Resolving Interpersonal Conflicts 6. Building Impulse Control 7. Integrating Intrusive Memories 8. Finding Meaning And Purpose 9. Facilitating Self-Acceptance 10. Strengthening Consciousness

Most professionals know exactly what they want. The problem is not the goal, it is staying consistent, accountable, and clear-headed enough to actually get there. That is where I come in. I am an accountability coach and career clarity specialist who helps mid-career professionals and entrepreneurs break through stagnation, rebuild momentum, and achieve meaningful progress, in their careers, their habits, and their mindset. My coaching approach combines structured accountability systems, counseling psychology principles, and direct communication strategies to help you move from stuck to consistent, and from consistent to transformed. What I Help You Achieve ✔ Accountability Coaching — Stay on track with weekly check-ins, goal reviews, and structured follow-through systems ✔ Career Clarity Coaching — Get clear on your direction, make confident decisions, and take deliberate steps toward your next chapter ✔ Mindset & Habit Coaching — Build the mental patterns and daily habits that make progress feel natural, not forced ✔ Burnout & Stress Recovery — Identify what is draining you and rebuild sustainable energy, focus, and motivation ✔ Productivity & Time Management — Create systems that work for your lifestyle, not against it ✔ Communication & Confidence Coaching — Develop the self-assurance to lead, speak up, and advocate for yourself Who I Work With I specialize in working with: • Mid-career professionals navigating transitions, promotions, or complete career shifts • Entrepreneurs and solopreneurs who need structure, accountability, and forward momentum • Individuals recovering from burnout, addiction challenges, or prolonged stagnation • Anyone who is tired of knowing what to do but struggling to consistently do it My Approach Every engagement begins with a clear picture of where you are, where you want to go, and what has been standing in your way. From there, I build a personalized coaching plan with concrete milestones, honest feedback, and consistent support, not generic advice. I bring a non-judgmental, results-focused coaching style that clients have described as diligent, open, and genuinely effective. If you are ready to stop waiting and start moving, send me a message. Let's begin with a conversation about where you are and where you want to be. Life Coaching | Accountability Coaching | Productivity Coaching | Career Coaching | Business Coaching | Executive Coaching | Health Coaching | Sports Coaching | Coaching Sessions | Performance Management | Time Management | Conflict Resolution Virtual Assistance | Personal Administration | Calendar Management | Customer Service | Online Chat Support | Phone Support Communications | Direct Communication | Phone Communication | English | Online Instruction Sales | Psychology | Body Double COACHING ADHD Coaching, Executive Function Coaching, Accountability Coaching, Productivity Coaching, Life Coaching, Business Coaching, Goal Setting, Habit Formation, Focus Coaching, Body Doubling, Mindset Coaching, Performance Coaching, Solopreneur Coaching, Executive Coaching, Time Blocking, Burnout Recovery NICHE / SOFT SKILLS Neurodivergent-Friendly, ADHD-Friendly, Non-judgmental Support, Productivity Systems, Remote Support, Online Business Management, Entrepreneur Support

𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬? 𝐀𝐬 𝐚 𝐩𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫, 𝐈 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬. I am a 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫, 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 & Clinical Psychologist based in 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐧, with a passion for empowering individuals and teams through soft skills training and meaningful conversations. With years of experience, I specialize in helping people improve communication, emotional resilience, and mindfulness. As a dedicated mother of two young children I bring a unique blend of practical experience and academic knowledge to my work. 🌟 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝: ✅ Psychologist & Soft Skills Trainer ✅ Mindfulness & Stress Management Coach ✅ Emotional Intelligence Development Expert ✅ Leadership & Communication Coaching ✅ Personal Growth & Goal-Setting Coach ✅ Conflict Resolution Specialist ✅ Corporate Wellness & Training Expert ✅ Life Coaching & Counseling ✅ Mindfulness-Based Therapy ✅ Self-Awareness & Resilience Coaching 🔍𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫: ✅ 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 & 𝐄𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬: Empower individuals to unlock their potential, enhance emotional intelligence, and build lasting personal growth. ✅ 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 & 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬: Teach practical mindfulness practices that reduce stress, increase focus, and promote overall well-being. ✅ 𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐭 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Tailored coaching for effective communication, leadership, and conflict resolution to enhance workplace harmony and personal relationships. ✅𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬: Customized soft skills workshops and mindfulness sessions designed to improve team collaboration, reduce burnout, and foster a positive work environment. ✅𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 & 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠: Helping clients navigate life transitions, set meaningful goals, and develop the emotional resilience needed to thrive in personal and professional spheres. ✅ 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐌𝐞? ✔ 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝: Successfully helped individuals and teams improve communication, emotional resilience, and leadership skills, driving positive change and growth. ✔ 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞: Trained numerous professionals in mindfulness and stress management techniques to boost focus, reduce anxiety, and enhance productivity. ✔ 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 & 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥-𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠: Assisted clients in navigating life transitions and achieving personal goals, fostering confidence and emotional balance. ✔𝐄𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡: Utilizing research-backed strategies and psychological principles to deliver tailored solutions for both personal and professional development. ✔ 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: From one-on-one coaching and soft skills training to mindfulness workshops, I provide holistic support to enhance both individual and team performance. 🛠️ 𝐌𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬: ✔ 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: I begin by understanding your personal or team development goals and challenges, ensuring that my approach is aligned with your vision. ✔ 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 & 𝐄𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡: I analyze the current emotional and communication trends, team dynamics, and growth opportunities to help you or your team stand out. ✔ 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 & 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: I create customized strategies for mindfulness training, emotional intelligence development, and soft skills enhancement, designed to boost communication, productivity, and overall well-being. ✔ 𝐎𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: I continuously track progress, provide feedback, and adjust strategies based on performance to ensure lasting growth and effective results. 🚀 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆! If you’re looking for a professional, reliable, and experienced mindfulness coach and soft skills trainer, I’m here to help. Whether it's personal coaching or corporate training, I’m dedicated to enhancing your skills and well-being for success! ✅𝐊𝐞𝐲𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐬: Psychologist, Soft Skills Training, Mindfulness Coaching, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Personal Growth, Communication Skills, Leadership Development, Conflict Resolution, Coaching, Counseling, Mental Well-being, Emotional Resilience, Mindfulness Practices, Personal Development, Team Communication, Self-awareness, Motivation Coaching, Stress Relief Techniques, Empathy Building, Workplace Wellness, Mindfulness Practices, Confidence Building, Emotional Balance, Behavioral Change, Life Coaching, Goal Setting, Team Building

As an ICF Certified Coach, I help high achieving professionals, executives and business owners make clear decisions, overcome overthinking, and get results while maintaining work life balance, especially under pressure. If you’re someone who performs at a high level but internally experiences mental noise, second-guessing, or the weight of constant responsibility… I will to help you see clearly, think strategically, and follow through consistently. 🎓Qualifications & Experience: -ICF Certified Professional Coach -Emotional Intelligence Certified Coach (Daniel Goleman Institute) -Industrial Engineer & Supply Chain Professional: structured, analytical, results-driven 🏢 13+ years leading teams and driving change across multinational organizations 🏆 Top Rated Coach on Upwork, 5 star reviews ⏱ 2,000+ hours of 1:1 coaching 🌍 Clients from 35+ nationalities 🧠 Formally trained in Emotional Intelligence, Life Coaching Human Behavior, Mindfulness & Productivity (Daniel Goleman Institute, Tara Brach, Janina Fisher, Tony Robbins) During all these years I have observed a consistent pattern: "The most capable and high achieving people carry the most invisible pressure." Not because they are weak but because it is hard to understand their challenges and provide relevant support I help these clients achieve: ✅ Sharp, confident and grounded decision-making during high-stakes life or career transitions ✅ Calm executive presence & Leadership influence ✅ Clear boundaries and strategic communication skills ✅ Emotional intelligence under pressure (self-awareness, values, identity shifts) ✅ Reduced / no overthinking, self-doubt, imposter syndrome and perfectionism ✅Sustainable performance (without burnout) with accountability & support ✅ Control over their time, energy, and focus I primarily work with: 🔘Executives and senior leaders navigating growth, pressure, or complex decisions 🔘Founders and entrepreneurs building systems for themselves or for their teams 🔘Technical professionals developing executive presence and communication 🔘Professionals balancing demanding careers with family life 🔘High achievers who are competent but mentally overloaded No matter the background, I have helped them achieve clarity, control, balance and results that aligns fully with their purpose, goals and values. 🏆 Recent client outcomes: -Supported professionals in securing executive-level roles through strategic career coaching, clarity, and interview preparation -Helped a tech entrepreneur with ADHD overcome perfectionism and execution blocks by identifying avoidance patterns and building structured accountability -Guided a freelancer to surpass income goals while working fewer hours by restructuring offers, systems, workflows, delegation and prioritisation -Supported professionals through complex career decisions, negotiations, and high-stakes conversations with clarity and confidence -Coached CEOs for decision on next business venture / masters program -Fewer emotional reactions, Calm, grounded leadership presence -Progress without constant pressure or burnout -Greater control over time, energy, and focus -Stronger boundaries and communication, without guilt 🎯How This Works 1. Identify the root of your mental friction in 1:1 coaching sessions (deep, focused, practical) 2. Clarify decisions, priorities, purpose and direction 3. Real-time problem solving for decisions, challenges, and leadership situations 4. Build simple systems and habits for consistent execution 5. Shift your mindset to abundance, growth and fulfilment After each session, you will leave with: 1- Clear action plans and structured follow-up 2- You will get ongoing support, accountability, resources and reflection in between sessions (if you opt for it) What clients consistently say: - I identify core patterns quickly (even the ones that are hidden behind logic or “good reasons”) - I combine emotional intelligence with structured, practical execution - I don’t offer surface-level advice, I help change how they think and operate - I provide clear frameworks, accountability, and follow-through systems ✨ Next Step If you’re looking for clarity, structure, and real progress, not just conversation. I’d be glad to support you. 👉Feel free to send a message and share what you’re working through. My promise: You’ll leave the first session with clarity, direction, and immediate mental relief, or I’ll refund the session. No questions asked.

Native Spanish / Psychologist with extensive professional experience, application of systemic techniques, neuroplasticity, mindfulness, and SMART goals. Ethical, confidential, empathic, results-oriented, attention to detail, service attitude, with high degree of commitment and responsibility. Specialist in planning, management, and control of social development; public health, early childhood, adolescence, youth, adulthood, old age, family, and community; in the development of actions of coordination, consulting, auditing, management, monitoring, implementation, advice, execution, intervention, accompaniment, follow-up and evaluation of programs, plans, and social, community, educational and public health projects in an integral, inclusive and differential manner, within the framework of human rights and public policies; with intervention of all the vital cycles of development and groups of both rural and urban populations; vulnerable to their rights. Knowledge management, training, facilitation, qualification, and strengthening of human talent. Inter-institutional articulation, prioritization of needs, planning, design, execution, and systematization of psychosocial activities and processes; elaboration, design, application, registration, analysis, and follow-up of research and qualitative and quantitative management reports, with projection, planning, focalization, characterization, diagnosis, referral, mobilization, installed capacity, activation of support networks and comprehensive care routes. Leadership, teamwork, effective communication, adaptation, self-management, proactivity, decision-making, service attitude, conflict management and resolution, negotiation, creativity, and innovation.