Adriana Lara, LMHC

Adriana Lara is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 12 years of clinical experience who supports people taking first steps toward relief and healing. She earned a Master of Science degree from the University of Vermont in 2014, where she worked with teens and young adults experiencing substance use and mental health difficulties and trained in practical therapy skills alongside a strong emphasis on diversity. That training highlighted the importance of understanding differences in race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, and sexual orientation, as well as the unique life experiences each person brings, and shaped a holistic approach to care.

Over the past 11 years Adriana has worked with children, teens, families, and adults in both rural and urban communities, addressing symptoms related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress. Her clinical background includes substantial experience supporting individuals with substance-related concerns and other mental health challenges, always with attention to the broader context of each person’s life.

Her counseling style is eclectic with an emphasis on building strong rapport and trust as the foundation for effective work. Adriana draws primarily on cognitive behavioral therapy - or CBT - a practical approach that helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more balanced, realistic perspectives, which can lead to meaningful changes in feelings and behavior. She combines this skill-based focus with empathy and collaboration to tailor care to each person’s needs.

Adriana aims to partner with clients who are seeking practical tools and compassionate support as they navigate stress, relationship concerns, life transitions, or recovery from trauma and addiction. She looks forward to helping individuals explore paths toward greater wellbeing and lasting change.