SOMETIMES THE SMALLEST STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION ENDS UP BEING THE BIGGEST STEP OF YOUR LIFE
WELCOME
Hello, and a genuine and heartfelt welcome. My name is Tara and I'm a qualified integrative therapist who works with individuals, partners, and families on a variety of issues. The video below is a good place to start if you'd like to learn a little about me, how I work, and how I can help. You can find more in-depth information throughout this website. You can also book a free consultation here, or contact me here. I look forward to hearing from you.
TARA COLEMAN-STARR (MBACP)
I'm an experienced and qualified therapist with a history of working with a variety of issues including: depression, anxiety, relationship problems (partners and families), ADHD, low self-esteem, anger, bereavement, trauma, and much more.
Although younger than some therapists, my combination of personal life experience and rigorous modern training allows me to help you from a unique position. Rather than working from a place of out-of-date theory, I hope to work from a place of empowerment, putting you at ease and working with you, whilst tailoring modern techniques to help you better understand yourself and move forward.
As an integrative counsellor, I believe that you are entirely unique, and so your counselling should be tailored to you. Because of that, I have specialised in up-to-date counselling theories at an advanced level, so that we can collaborate to discover what works for you - getting you from where you are, to where you want to be.
I aim to provide warmth, care and safety to enable you to be yourself and talk about your problems without fear of judgement. I also aim to offer new perspectives and coping tools to empower you to change your situation, grow in confidence and thrive instead of survive. In short, I aim to help you become your best, healthiest self.
MAIN APPROACHES I USE
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Abuse
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ADHD
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Anger management
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Anxiety and anxiety disorders
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Behavioural issues
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Bereavement
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Bullying
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Childlessness
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Cultural and religious issues
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Depression
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Disabilities (physical and mild mental)
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Emotion regulation (e.g. sensitivity)
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Family and attachment issues
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General life difficulties (e.g. redundancy)
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Illnesses
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Low mood
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Low self-esteem
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Phobias
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Relationship problems
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Spirituality, mindfulness and meditation
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Stress
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Trauma
If you do not see what you would like help with here, please get in touch to discuss what you're looking for as I may still be of help
WHAT I WORK WITH
ABOUT
EXPERIENCE & PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Registered BACP Member (MBACP)
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General and crisis counsellor for charities including Mind for 2+ years
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Holistic therapist for 7+ years
EDUCATION
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Coventry University, BA (Hons) Degree Counselling Integrative Theory & Practice
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TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Counselling
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Certificate in Trauma and Attachment
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Certificate in Working with Dissociative Disorders
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Diploma in Meditation & Relaxation Techniques
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Mind Suicide Prevention and Awareness training
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NCDV domestic abuse training
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BACP/OU Certificate in Online Counselling
WHY CHOOSE HEALING ROOTS?
Educated
I have completed a degree in counselling, and am half way through a masters degree in relationship therapy.
This means you will be counselled by someone who has learned a bredth of up-to-date counselling theory recommended for use today.
Experienced
I have over eight years of experience working with people in a therapeutic capacity, and four years in counselling, including for Mind and local councils.
You can be sure that you are in competent, ethical, and caring hands when you choose Healing Roots.
Value
At Healing Roots, sessions run for a full hour, not 50-minutes as is usual, meaning you get more session time for the same or better rates than other therapists might charge.
I also offer concessionary rates for students and those on low income.
Inclusive
Regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, culture, beliefs, or physical ability, you are welcome and invited to try counselling.
Choose from in-person, video, telephone, and text-based couselling, and be yourself without fear of judgement.