Neo Emotional Release, Coaching, & Mentoring

Somatic practitioner, coach, & mentor, offering sessions both online and in person (Glasgow-based) for a greater sense of resilience, life fulfilment, & freedom within.

If you want to unravel the root cause of your physical symptoms, break free from behavioural or emotional patterns holding you back in life, then You’re in the right place!

I’m a holistic practitioner and a researcher of the human condition. I believe we each carry an immense capacity within us that is waiting to be unfolded. This has become the principle that guides my work to support you in reconnecting with your own inner healing intelligence.

I work with people worldwide to release deep-seated emotional blocks so they can shift from survival mode into freedom, empowerment, and self-trust.

Through the modalities I work with (Neo Emotional Release™, Somatic Attachment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Embodied Psychosomatics & others), you begin to cultivate a new relationship with your emotions. You start to transform the limiting beliefs that have shaped how you see yourself and the world. You reconnect with the essence of who you’ve always been beneath the noise.

To my knowledge, I am Scotland’s only Neo Emotional Release Facilitator.

There is a version of you that is Longing for More. What could unfold if you truly listened to that inner calling?

Ways to Work With Me…

  • Emotional Release (Online & In-Person)

    Emotional release sessions offer a safe space to explore and address the root causes of your challenges.

    You’ll move beyond surface awareness to engage with deeper layers of bodily sensations, helping you connect with and integrate your emotions more fully. Through techniques like psychosomatic sensing, breathwork, sound, and visualisation, I guide you into a heightened state of body awareness, where we can address the core sources of physical and emotional discomfort.

    Want to learn more about emotional release sessions?

  • Coaching / Mentoring (Online & In-Person)

    If you are seeking clarity facing challenging life situations and relationships, my coaching and mentoring sessions are designed to empower you with tools for lasting changes.

    Blending my scientific expertise, personal experience, and somatic approach to attachment therapy, I guide you to reframe limiting beliefs, set actionable goals, build healthier relationships and resilience to navigate life’s challenges.

    This is an affordable way to work with me.

    Want to know more about my coaching and mentoring services?

  • 12 week 1-1 Programme (Online & In-Person)

    This journey is for the deep divers, those who are ready to meet their fullness, and transform their relationship with themselves, others, and their approach to life.

    Unlike stand alone sessions, this programme offers structured support, personalised strategies, and ongoing accountability to create sustainable and lasting changes in your life.

    Want to learn more my 12 week programme?

  • 12 Week Group Immersion for Women

    Fawning is a survival response that keeps us feeling safe, and is often celebrated in our culture as selflessness or kindness.

    In this course, I guide women through an embodied process of breaking free from people-pleasing patterns and returning to authentic self-expression. You’ll also receive 1-1 support to explore these patterns more deeply and step into your embodied truth with clarity and confidence.

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What sets my approach apart from others? 

  • A trauma-informed approach is one that recognises the widespread impact of trauma, understands its neurobiological and psychological effects, and actively works to avoid re-traumatisation while promoting safety, autonomy, and regulation.

    Central to it is a nervous system literacy, an understanding how our bodies respond to stress, trauma, and safety.

  • Traditional methods often keep you anchored in the mind, reliving the ‘story’ of your experiences.

    My approach enhances traditional methods by focusing on the body’s innate wisdom.

    The body serves as a repository for lived emotions and experiences, often holding onto energies that need release or realignment.

    By tapping into the body’s intelligence, we move beyond the mind’s habitual patterns, accessing its memory and intuitive healing capacity.

  • I combine bottom-up approaches, focusing on the body, nervous system, and automatic behavioural patterns, with top-down methods to reshape conscious beliefs, thought processes, and intentional behaviours.

  • Coaching provides structure, clear goals, and actionable strategies, while mentoring offers nurturing guidance and wisdom. I bring my expertise in the psychology of behavioural change.

    Mentoring is less structured, and is based on intuitive methods, years of client experience, and my own personal transformation to support your journey.

  • To me, healing is an integrative journey that nurtures transformation across psychological, physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions.

    This holistic approach ensures that we address all aspects of your being for a truly transformative experience.

Curious to learn more about the modalities I work with?

I have helped clients with…

  • Trauma & Recovery

    PTSD, Complex PTSD (including war and sexual abuse). Relational trauma.

  • Emotional Health

    Building emotional resilience through nervous system regulation.

    Managing trauma responses, such as hypervigilance, anxiety, and overwhelm.

    Managing chronic stress and burnout.

    Processing and navigating grief, anger, loneliness, and shame.

  • Physical Health

    Improving digestive health

    Reducing symptoms from autoimmune diseases (e.g., Irritable Bowl Syndrome)

    Improving sleep health and hygiene

    Relief with chronic fatigue and inflammations

  • Maladaptive Behavioural Patterns

    Addressing the root cause of maladaptive behaviours, such as:

    Addictive behaviours, such as alcohol dependency, eating disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

    Perfectionism

    Procrastination

    Sense of Control / Sense of Let Go

    Dissociation

    … and Integrating new adaptive behaviours.

  • Identity & Self-Discovery

    Exploring identity and existential questions.

    Building a positive body image and self-concept.

    Rebuilding self-trust and inner resilience.

    Embodiment of authentic self.

  • Relationships & Attachments

    Mother & Father Wound

    Navigating break-ups & divorce.

    Healing insecure attachment and relationship difficulties.

    Understanding healthy communication within relationships

  • Life Transitions & Growth

    Navigating major life changes and transitions.

    Rediscovering Purpose or Passion.

  • Ancestral & Family Patterns

    Identifying & dissolving old intergenerational patterns

  • Shamanic Journeying and the theme of death

    Navigating the fear of letting go.

    Embodied flow state & state of joy.

This work is NOT for you if…

  • You’re not open to exploring new perspectives or challenging your current beliefs.

  • You find it difficult to take responsibility for your own growth.

  • You’re looking for quick fixes or instant results rather than a committed, gradual process.

  • You’re not ready to face discomfort or step outside of your comfort zone.

  • You prefer a structured, predictable path over one that requires adaptability and personal insight.

  • You’re not interested in self-reflection or examining deeper layers of yourself.

Working through my own life challenges
and trauma have enabled me to help my client’s lives to be more manageable and enjoyable.

Having faced and overcome deep emotional blocks, self-doubt, and the challenges of reconnecting with my authentic self, I understand the courage it takes to embark on this journey. I’ve walked the path myself, and my personal and professional experiences equipped me to guide you from a place of experience, with genuine empathy, proven tools, and a clear roadmap to help you create the transformation you seek.

  • This work is for you if...

    • You are ready to fully embrace your emotions and understand their importance in your life.

    • You are curious about what limits you in being and living your most authentic life.

    • You have the courage to explore beyond your comfort zone and are ready to face the truth.

    • You are prepared to confront your shadow.

    • You take responsibility for your healing journey and are ready for lifestyle changes.

    • You understand that shadow work is challenging and requires you choosing yourself everyday.

    • You are honest with yourself about struggles, failures, and resistances. I'm here for it all!

    • You are enthusiastically saying YES to a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

  • Each client achieves different outcomes depending on the goals we have set together. Ultimately, this work paves the way for greater vitality, emotional resilience, and freedom from burdens and limitations that hold you back in life.

    Clients describe it as “I feel closer to myself”.

  • No prior experience is necessary. Whether you’re new to this work or have prior experience with somatic therapies, I’ll meet you where you are and tailor the programme to your unique needs.

  • Coaching focuses on helping you unlock your potential by guiding you to find your own solutions, set goals, and take actionable steps toward personal or professional growth. It is typically structured, goal-oriented, and centred on your specific challenges or aspirations.

    Mentoring, on the other hand, involves sharing knowledge, experience, and insights to provide guidance and support. A mentor often acts as a trusted advisor, offering advice and encouragement based on their own expertise and experiences.

    In my practice, I combine elements of both coaching and mentoring to provide a tailored approach that meets your unique needs.

    Throughout history, even the greatest kings relied on trusted female mentors—women who offered their wisdom, insight, and a unique perspective on matters of the heart, strategy, and human connection.

    Everyone needs a mentor—I have one myself, and it has been transformative. This could be you too! Having someone to guide and support you can make all the difference in your journey.

  • I work with individuals of all genders and identities, including men, women, and LGBTQ+ community. My practice is open to anyone seeking personal growth, healing, and transformation, regardless of gender.

  • I am fully insured through Balens Professional Liability and Malpractice Insurance. This policy ensures protection for both myself and clients during all the therapy, coaching, mentoring, and alternative healing sessions I offer. The coverage adheres to UK regulations and professional standards. Details of the insurance policy are available upon request.

  • As a professional therapist, coach, and mentor, I uphold the following ethical principles to ensure the highest standard of care:

    • Client Respect and Dignity: Every client is treated with respect, empathy, and understanding, regardless of background, beliefs, or identity.

    • Confidentiality: All client information is kept strictly confidential unless required by law (e.g., risk of harm).

    • Professional Boundaries: Lara maintains clear professional boundaries to foster a safe and supportive environment.

    • Competence: Lara is committed to ongoing professional development and using evidence-based and ethical practices.

    • Informed Consent: Clients are fully informed about the scope of services, fees, and potential risks before participating in any sessions.

    • Integrity: Honesty and transparency guide all interactions with clients and colleagues.

    • Non-Judgmental Practice: Sessions are conducted without judgment, creating a space where clients can feel safe and valued.

    As a client, you are expected to adhere to the following ethical guidelines to ensure a safe, respectful, and productive environment for both parties:

    • Respect for Boundaries

      • Honour the professional boundaries set during sessions.

      • Refrain from engaging in behaviour that may disrupt or undermine the therapeutic relationship.

    • Commitment to the Process

      • Approach sessions with an open mind and willingness to engage in the work required for personal growth.

      • Take responsibility for your own actions, decisions, and the effort you invest in your healing and development.

    • Respect for Scheduled Time

      • Arrive on time for all scheduled sessions.

      • Honour the cancellation policy by providing at least 48 hours’ notice if unable to attend.

    • Confidentiality of Group Work

      • If participating in group sessions or workshops, respect the confidentiality and privacy of other participants.

      • Avoid sharing any personal stories or experiences of others outside the group.

    • Truthfulness and Honesty

      • Be honest about your goals, needs, and challenges to ensure effective support.

      • Share relevant information about your mental, emotional, or physical well-being that may impact the sessions.

    • Appropriate Communication

      • Communicate respectfully and professionally during all interactions, including emails and phone calls.

      • Use language that fosters a safe and supportive environment.

    • No Harmful Intentions

      • Refrain from any behaviour that could harm yourself, the therapist, or other clients.

      • If you feel overwhelmed or unsafe, communicate this openly to seek additional support or adjustments to the session.

    • Compliance with Policies

      • Adhere to all policies outlined in the Terms and Conditions, including those related to payment, cancellations, and session validity.

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