About Lara Johnson
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Lara Johnson
I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself without judgment. I work collaboratively with individuals and couples to help them better understand their emotions, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
My approach combines warmth and compassion with honest, thoughtful guidance. I believe growth happens through both support and gentle challenge, and I tailor therapy to each client’s individual needs, experiences, and goals.
I have experience working with trauma, substance use, borderline personality disorder (BPD), eating disorders, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Attachment Therapy and use these approaches to help clients develop practical skills, gain insight into patterns, and build healthier ways of navigating life and relationships.
I have experience helping clients navigate trauma, substance use, borderline personality disorder (BPD), eating disorders, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Attachment Therapy, and I tailor my approach to meet each client’s unique needs and goals.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking for support, I’m committed to helping you gain clarity, strengthen your confidence, and move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
What should a new client know about working with you?
You can expect therapy with me to be supportive, collaborative, and judgment-free. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself and talking openly about what you're experiencing. You don't need to have everything figured out before starting therapy—we can work together to understand what's happening and determine what you want to change.
I am compassionate and supportive, but I will also be honest with you and gently challenge you when I believe it can help you grow. Therapy isn't one-size-fits-all, so I will adapt our work to your needs, goals, and where you are in the process.
Whether you're dealing with a specific mental health concern, struggling in your relationships, feeling overwhelmed or stuck, or simply wanting to better understand yourself, we'll work together to help you gain clarity, build confidence, develop healthier patterns, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My process begins with getting to know you—your experiences, current challenges, relationships, strengths, and what you hope to gain from therapy. I believe building a trusting, comfortable relationship is an important part of creating meaningful change, so our first sessions will focus on understanding what brings you to therapy and identifying the goals that matter most to you.
From there, we’ll work collaboratively to develop an approach that fits your individual needs. Therapy with me is not one-size-fits-all. Depending on what you’re experiencing, our work may involve exploring emotions and relationship patterns, processing past experiences, developing healthier coping strategies, improving communication, or learning practical skills to manage difficult thoughts and emotions.
I incorporate techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Attachment Therapy when appropriate, while adapting our sessions to your needs and progress. I strive to balance compassion and support with honest feedback and gentle challenges that can help you recognize patterns and make meaningful changes.
Throughout therapy, we’ll regularly check in on your goals and adjust our approach as needed. My goal is for you to leave therapy with greater insight, stronger coping skills, healthier relationships, and the confidence to navigate challenges more effectively on your own
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Popular visit reasons
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Office location
Lara Johnson, LMHP also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Bellevue University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1629476999
How soon can I make an appointment with Lara Johnson?
Generally, Lara Johnson has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Lara Johnson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Lara Johnson accepting new patients?
Lara Johnson generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Lara Johnson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Lara Johnson accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Lara Johnson online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Lara Johnson using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Lara Johnson work with?
Lara Johnson works with Plains Therapy Group.
Where is Lara Johnson's office located?
Lara Johnson has 2 office locations, including in Omaha and Pleasant Dale, view full addresses on Lara Johnson's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Lara Johnson?
Lara Johnson frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Lara Johnson on their profile.
What languages does Lara Johnson speak?
Lara Johnson speaks English.