Lara Curry

My communication style

I am a fairly direct but gentle person. I certainly engage in humor, and I try to explain unfamiliar concepts with analogies that make sense in my clients' lives. I am fairly open and sometimes share from my own experience. The client's well-being, however, is always my central goal.

My journey to mental healthcare

From an early age, people confided in me, and I really wanted to help. My own difficulties found relief in therapy. Many years later, I remain passionate about making a difference in people's lives, helping them achieve their own goals, and, sometimes, setting new ones. Nothing is trivial in the therapy setting.

My goals for you

Goal setting is critical. We need to know what you're aiming at. Some things need to be done in stages, and that can be included in the goal-setting process. Client input is vital, and the steps towards a goal must be feasible from the client's perspective. Big goals are great, but they are done in steps.

Our first session

I am a pretty friendly, strongly interactive individual. I don't just say, "Uh-huh" and listen. Initial sessions require a great deal of history taking, and it takes time, but I always reserve time to "get to know each other" to see if it is a good fit. Questions are welcome and, hopefully, answered. A good fit is essential to good therapy.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White