Lara Ashbaugh, LPC
Missouri LPC specializing in trauma and life transitions
- DBT and ACT approaches
- Focus on coping skills
- Works with diverse concerns
About Lara Ashbaugh
Lara Ashbaugh is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri with 10 years of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. As an LPC she draws on training and practical experience to support clients through a wide range of concerns, including trauma and abuse, addictions, ADHD, bipolar disorder, relationship and parenting challenges, and issues related to gender and sexual identity.
Lara works with individuals facing both everyday struggles and complex emotional challenges. Her practice also focuses on areas such as compassion fatigue, career and coaching concerns, body image and self-esteem, adoption and foster care issues, caregiver stress, and difficulties around communication, commitment, and control. She provides care in English and brings attention to the specific needs of people dealing with fertility or aging matters, as well as those exploring BDSM, kink, and alternative sexual cultures.
Her therapeutic approach is collaborative and strengths-based, blending client-centered methods with evidence-informed modalities like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Lara aims to tailor treatment to each person’s circumstances and priorities, helping clients build practical coping skills, improve relationships, and move toward goals at a manageable pace.
Lara works with individuals facing both everyday struggles and complex emotional challenges. Her practice also focuses on areas such as compassion fatigue, career and coaching concerns, body image and self-esteem, adoption and foster care issues, caregiver stress, and difficulties around communication, commitment, and control. She provides care in English and brings attention to the specific needs of people dealing with fertility or aging matters, as well as those exploring BDSM, kink, and alternative sexual cultures.
Her therapeutic approach is collaborative and strengths-based, blending client-centered methods with evidence-informed modalities like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Lara aims to tailor treatment to each person’s circumstances and priorities, helping clients build practical coping skills, improve relationships, and move toward goals at a manageable pace.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lara Ashbaugh have?
Lara Ashbaugh has 10 years of experience.
Is Lara Ashbaugh a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: MO LPC 2007035135.
In which languages does Lara Ashbaugh provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Lara Ashbaugh located?
Lara Ashbaugh is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Lara Ashbaugh as my therapist?
You can work with Lara Ashbaugh through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lara Ashbaugh work with international clients?
Lara Ashbaugh does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lara Ashbaugh cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can really help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions, online therapy offers an accessible way to receive consistent support and practical strategies from a licensed professional.One major benefit is flexibility - clients can choose the format that works best for them, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to integrate therapeutic work into busy schedules and to maintain momentum between sessions.
Licensed professionals provide structured care using established therapeutic approaches, and clients can change therapists if they need a different fit. For many people, online therapy is a convenient and effective way to pursue personal growth, build coping skills, and address emotional challenges with professional support.