About Lara Kruger
Lara Kruger is a Clinical Psychologist based in Claremont, Cape Town. She works with adults, adolescents, children, and families, helping them address emotional and behavioral challenges. Lara helps her clients build resilience, joy, creativity, and meaning in their lives.
Her therapeutic approach integrates narrative therapy, positive psychology, and creative living. Lara encourages clients to explore their personal stories, empowering them to rewrite these narratives for growth and self-compassion. By adding play and wonder into therapy, she inspires clients to embrace their authentic selves.
Lara’s clinical experience includes internships at Tshwane University of Technology and Wes Koppies Psychiatric Hospital, followed by community service at Tshwane District Hospital. These experiences equipped her to support clients dealing with identity challenges, chronic illness, neurodiversity, and life transitions.
Lara tailors her approach to each client’s unique needs. She views therapy as a transformative journey for both the client and therapist. Outside of work, Lara enjoys time with her family, playing music, reading, and spending time in nature.
Services
Lara Kruger offers a range of services to promote mental wellness and emotional growth:
Mood Disorders: Lara helps clients manage mood disorders, such as prolonged sadness or extreme happiness. She supports individuals in understanding how these emotions affect daily life.
Anxiety Disorders & Burnout: Lara treats anxiety disorders and burnout. She guides clients in managing overwhelming fear and stress, allowing them to regain control over their lives.
Postpartum Depression: Lara helps new mothers who are struggling with postpartum depression. She offers early intervention and strategies for effective recovery.
Psychotic Disorders: Lara provides therapy for individuals dealing with psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia. She helps clients manage symptoms and stay connected to reality.
Infusion Therapy: For those with depression, Lara offers intravenous infusion therapy when traditional treatments have not provided sufficient relief.
ADHD: Lara supports individuals with ADHD, addressing challenges in both children and adults. She helps them improve their daily functioning.
Additional Information
Lara Kruger’s qualifications and experience enable her to provide personalized care. She builds strong relationships with her clients to facilitate self-exploration and emotional growth.
In her free time, Lara enjoys spending time with her family, playing music, and being in nature.
For more details or to schedule an appointment, please visit her website.
