Lara Peter , MD, LCPC

Lara Peter brings a thoughtful, person-centered presence to her clinical work, emphasizing the importance of a good fit between client and therapist. She understands the courage it takes to be vulnerable because she has also been a client in therapy, and she moves at each person’s pace so the process feels intentional and supportive.

As a professional holding an MD - a medical doctor - and an LCPC - a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - Lara draws on ten years of clinical experience working with individuals, families, and groups. She has worked in outpatient, in-home, residential, school, and university settings, and she’s served clients across the lifespan while specializing in individual therapy for adults. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, eating and body-image issues, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, ADHD, bipolar concerns, sleep problems, anger, career transitions, and compassion fatigue.

Lara describes her role as both a sponge and a mirror: she listens closely, reflects important themes, and helps clients gain insight into the roots of their concerns. Grounded in a person-centered and solution-focused orientation, she uses an eclectic mix of evidence-informed techniques - including cognitive strategies and motivational approaches - to offer feedback, practical tools, and resources that support meaningful change. She partners creatively and nonjudgmentally with clients to identify goals and move toward them at a pace that feels right.