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Lara Welby

Counsellor, MBACP (she, her)

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3 Royal Crescent, Cheltenham GL50
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3 Royal Crescent Cheltenham GL50
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Hello, I’m Lara, I am an integrative counsellor and incorporate both person-centred and psychodynamic techniques. The person-centred approach creates a nurturing environment for personal growth, much like providing a plant with the right conditions—soil, water, light, and nutrients—so it can thrive. Similarly, in therapy, we create a supportive space that allows you to grow and flourish. The psychodynamic approach focuses on how unconscious thoughts and past experiences shape current feelings and behaviours. By understanding these influences, you can gain clarity, self-awareness, and a sense of control over your life.
Taking the first step toward counselling can feel daunting, but I’m here to provide a compassionate, safe space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. Together, we’ll work through challenges to uncover root causes, develop effective strategies, and help you achieve a greater sense of well-being.
Therapy is not just about addressing challenges but also about reconnecting with yourself, finding purpose, and building resilience. My goal is to empower you with tools and strategies you can carry forward long after our sessions end.
Call or Lara Welby now for a free 15 minute consultation - 015242 35727

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Thoughtful Therapy Rooms

3 Royal Crescent

Cheltenham GL50 map

015242 35727
My website
I am an integrative counsellor based in Cheltenham, offering both face-to-face and online sessions- Monday- Friday.
£55 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect 015242 35727
Photo of Lara Welby, Counsellor, MBACP

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Thoughtful Therapy Rooms

3 Royal Crescent

Cheltenham GL50 map

015242 35727
My website
I am an integrative counsellor based in Cheltenham, offering both face-to-face and online sessions- Monday- Friday.
£55 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £55
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash
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I charge a fee of £55 per 50-minute session and ask this to be paid in cash directly after the session, or in advance by bank transfer. I also offer concessionary rates for low-income individuals, pensioners and students. If you wish that I send you an invoice for each session, please let me know.
Photo of Lara Welby, Counsellor, MBACP
Lara Welby
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 015242 35727
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I charge a fee of £55 per 50-minute session and ask this to be paid in cash directly after the session, or in advance by bank transfer. I also offer concessionary rates for low-income individuals, pensioners and students. If you wish that I send you an invoice for each session, please let me know.
Photo of Lara Welby, Counsellor, MBACP
Lara Welby
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 015242 35727

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy Lara Welby
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Therapeutic Counselling, Diploma, Graduated 2024
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy Registered Member
  • Diploma from CPCAB Counselling & Psychotherapy / 2024
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I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and I adhere to their Ethical Framework to ensure your safety and well-being remain central to my work.
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Lara Welby
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 015242 35727
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I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and I adhere to their Ethical Framework to ensure your safety and well-being remain central to my work.
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Lara Welby
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 015242 35727

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bereavement
  • Bisexual
  • Cancer
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Hoarding
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I believe each person's journey is unique and deserving of respect. My integrative approach draws on techniques from various counselling models, tailored to suit your personal experiences, needs, and goals. Whether you are facing depression, anxiety, addiction, or relationship difficulties, I will support you in navigating these challenges in a non-judgemental, empathetic environment.
Photo of Lara Welby, Counsellor, MBACP
Lara Welby
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 015242 35727
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I believe each person's journey is unique and deserving of respect. My integrative approach draws on techniques from various counselling models, tailored to suit your personal experiences, needs, and goals. Whether you are facing depression, anxiety, addiction, or relationship difficulties, I will support you in navigating these challenges in a non-judgemental, empathetic environment.
Photo of Lara Welby, Counsellor, MBACP
Lara Welby
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 015242 35727

2 Endorsements

Helen-louise Pearce
Helen-louise Pearce
CounsellorDCounsPsychBACP
Lara is a skilled therapist with an ability to put you at your ease very quickly. She is a calm, gentle and empathic person, and incredibly patient . As a colleague, I value her insight and wisdom as well as her happy energy.
Megan Frankie Curtis
Megan Frankie Curtis
CounsellorMBACP
Lara is a compassionate integrative counsellor who creates a safe, non-judgemental space for clients to explore their experiences at their own pace, supporting them in their personal growth and development.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Person-Centred
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
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My therapeutic approach is integrative- a therapeutic approach that draws on techniques and insights from various counselling models, blending them in a way that aligns with your personal experiences, needs, goals, and mental health challenges.
Photo of Lara Welby, Counsellor, MBACP
Lara Welby
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 015242 35727
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My therapeutic approach is integrative- a therapeutic approach that draws on techniques and insights from various counselling models, blending them in a way that aligns with your personal experiences, needs, goals, and mental health challenges.
Photo of Lara Welby, Counsellor, MBACP
Lara Welby
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 015242 35727

Location

Primary Location

Thoughtful Therapy Rooms

3 Royal Crescent

Cheltenham GL50

015242 35727

Nearby Areas

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I am an integrative counsellor based in Cheltenham, offering both face-to-face and online sessions- Monday- Friday.
Photo of Lara Welby, Counsellor, MBACP
Lara Welby
Counsellor, MBACP
Call for a free consultation now - 015242 35727
"
I am an integrative counsellor based in Cheltenham, offering both face-to-face and online sessions- Monday- Friday.
Photo of Lara Welby, Counsellor, MBACP
Lara Welby
Counsellor, MBACP
Call for a free consultation now - 015242 35727