Dr Lara Lopes de Jesus is a highly trained and experienced Counselling Psychologist with over 15 years of practice across a range of clinical settings, including the NHS, private practice and third-sector organisations.

Her therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (MBCT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Short-Term Psychodynamic Therapy, counselling and integrative psychotherapy. She works flexibly and collaboratively, tailoring her approach to each individual’s needs.

Dr Lopes de Jesus has a particular interest in supporting people experiencing relationship difficulties, especially where these challenges are rooted in childhood trauma, attachment wounds or early neglect. She has extensive experience in working with anxiety and depression, particularly in the context of relationships, workplace stress and significant life transitions.

She is also deeply interested in the mind–body connection and the psychological impact of both chronic and acute physical health conditions. Her work reflects a holistic understanding of wellbeing, recognising the close relationship between emotional and physical health.

Her areas of interest include anger, anxiety, bereavement, bullying, depression, divorce and separation, family difficulties, grief and loss, low confidence and self-esteem, feeling overwhelmed or stuck, repeating unhelpful behavioural patterns, stress, and love and relationship concerns.

Dr Lopes de Jesus also has specialist experience supporting individuals living with gastrointestinal conditions and oncology-related health concerns.

She offers face-to-face, video and telephone consultations.