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Specialises in

• Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
• Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

• Mindfulness based CBT
• Solution Focused Brief Therapy

• Trauma focused CBT

Bupa specialist

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health services

Offers

• Face-to-face consultations
• Video and telephone consultations

About me

Hello, I'm Dr Lara Akers-Douglas, a Clinical Psychologist offering therapy in Southampton, on the Isle of Wight, and online.

I provide a warm, compassionate space where adults and older teenagers can feel safe to talk, reflect, and begin to make sense of what's going on. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward, we can work together to find a path that feels right for you.

I have a special interest in trauma and use a range of evidence-based therapies � including EMDR, ACT and CBT � to support healing and recovery. I also work with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, low mood, stress, and self-esteem.

My approach is always collaborative, gentle but focused, and paced to suit your needs.

Areas of interest

I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and have completed extensive training in trauma-informed therapies, including EMDR, CBT, and ACT. Over the years, I've supported people in both public and private healthcare settings in the UK and abroad, helping them navigate the impact of a wide range of traumatic experiences - including:

Childhood abuse

Combat-related trauma

Domestic harm

Frontline work

Pre- and postnatal trauma
- and many difficult experiences in between.

I understand that healing from trauma is a deeply personal process. That's why I tailor therapy to each individual, working at a pace that feels right for you. Together, we can gently explore your experiences, build resilience, and find strategies that help you feel more in control, grounded, and hopeful.

Therapy sessions are available in person or online - including EMDR delivered remotely, if that feels right for you.