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 Rather than working from a place of out-of-date theory, I hope to work from a place of empowerment, putting you at ease and working with you, whilst tailoring modern techniques to help you better understand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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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You can be sure that you are in competent, ethical, and caring hands when you choose Healing Roots.
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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.
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I also offer concessionary rates for students and those on low income.
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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.