Lara Ashbaugh, LPC
Missouri LPC specializing in DBT and CBT
- DBT for emotion regulation
- Strengths based focus
- Tailored CBT and ACT
About Lara Ashbaugh
Lara Ashbaugh is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with 10 years of clinical experience. She has worked as a therapist, supervisor, and teacher, supporting people through depression, anxiety, grief, relationship and parenting challenges, career transitions, OCD, ADHD, and the effects of physical or emotional trauma. One notable area of expertise is Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT - which she uses to help clients build emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and coping skills.
Her manner is warm, interactive, and nonjudgmental, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Lara blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT - and draws from positive psychology to identify existing strengths and resources that can be expanded. She approaches each person as an individual with unique abilities and life experience, tailoring dialogue and treatment plans to the specific needs and goals presented in therapy.
Taking steps toward change can require courage, and Lara aims to support and empower people as they pursue greater fulfillment and wellbeing. She focuses on practical skills, values-based goals, and collaborative planning to help clients move forward at a pace that fits their life.
Her manner is warm, interactive, and nonjudgmental, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Lara blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT - and draws from positive psychology to identify existing strengths and resources that can be expanded. She approaches each person as an individual with unique abilities and life experience, tailoring dialogue and treatment plans to the specific needs and goals presented in therapy.
Taking steps toward change can require courage, and Lara aims to support and empower people as they pursue greater fulfillment and wellbeing. She focuses on practical skills, values-based goals, and collaborative planning to help clients move forward at a pace that fits their life.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
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, holds these credentials: LPC. License details: MO LPC 2007035135.
In which languages does Lara Ashbaugh provide therapy?
English.
Where is Lara Ashbaugh located?
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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT - focuses on teaching practical skills for managing strong emotions, improving relationships, and handling distress. It is especially useful for people who struggle with intense feelings or patterns that affect daily functioning. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns by breaking concerns into manageable steps and practicing new responses; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT - emphasizes accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward meaningful goals, which can be helpful for stress, avoidance, and motivation issues.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lara works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they explore options, try techniques, and adjust the plan to match what works best in the client’s life.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, or caregiving responsibilities and to maintain continuity of care from different locations. For many people, virtual sessions increase accessibility and convenience while allowing therapists and licensed professionals to deliver consistent, skill-based support.