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Lara Davis, Meadows Trained Therapist in texas

I am an active and engaged therapist who prioritizes an empathetic and secure therapeutic relationship.

The type of clients I attract are high-achieving adults sick of their own BS — and everyone else’s BS — and are ready to put in the hard work of finding relief.

My style is direct. I understand that some days you might want to just vent or keep it light, and that’s ok! However, if you are looking for a therapist who spends most sessions nodding and saying “mmhmm”, I am not the therapist for you. If you are looking to do the deep work and be challenged, that’s me. If you want someone to compassionately hold you accountable to your goals and kindly call you out on your bullshit, we are a good fit.

I am also a mother, daughter, sister, friend, teacher, student, and client. Wearing these hats keeps me grounded in self-awareness and deeply committed to ongoing personal inquiry and growth.

Lara with long, wavy hair smiling and holding a small, fluffy dog with black, white, and tan fur.

Meet Steely

In my free time, I enjoy quality time with my family, friends, and dog, Steely.

I also love reading, cooking, yoga, Pilates, photography, hiking, watching birds, attempting to keep my houseplants alive, and almost any activity involving the mountains.

education and memberships

  • Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling – St. Edward’s University

  • Member of:

    • Austin Group Psychotherapy Society (AGPS)

    • Austin IN Connection

trainings

  • EMDR Trained

  • Certified in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) – Brown University

  • Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapist (TIYT)

  • PRN Therapist at The Meadows

  • Regular training and consultation with

    • Daniel Gowan LPC-S, LCDC, CSAT

    • Jordan Price LCSW, CGP

    • Cynthia Schiebel MEd, LPC, LCDC, ACPS

I am a Meadows Trained Therapist specializing in Attachment and EMDR