Therapist

Hello, my name is Larae Wade. I was born and raised in Huntsville, Alabama. I am married to my high school sweetheart and we now have four beautiful children. As a working wife and mother, life keeps me busy juggling home, work, and relationships. Nonetheless, in my leisure time, I enjoy good food, music, and spending time with family and friends. One of my favorite forms of self care is getting lost in a good book! 

My development as a therapist started very early in my life.  I knew I would be a therapist before I knew what therapy was. As a child, I found myself being a confidant to those around me. I have always had the natural gift of curiosity and a desire to support and encourage others. Intrigued by the psychology and human behavior class I took in high school, I knew I had found my career path. 

My background in social work has a great influence on the comprehensive approach I use with clients. My approach involves the consideration of the factors that are present within and that have an effect on relationship (s). Together we will gain clarity and understanding about what has happened in the relationship, process your feelings and unearth your needs, while exploring possible paths to achieve the outcomes you desire. 

My experience working with clients over the last decade have helped me to value and understand that the greatest indicators of success in a therapeutic relationship are the quality of support and meaningful connection. The strength of our relationships have a great influence on our safety and emotional well being. Healthy relationships can improve our resilience and affect our overall life satisfaction. 

I am passionate about working with clients feeling disconnected, lonely, frustrated and hopeless in their relationship. 

Ambivalence is experienced in relationships where we have felt hopeless and/or helpless. Determining how to move forward can be confusing and complex. Many partners ask themselves will it be worth it to engage in therapy. Sometimes one partner wants to work on the relationship and the other may be experiencing doubts. For that reason I have chosen to specialize in supporting couples in this situation and have become a Discernment Counselor.  

Perhaps you or your spouse are considering separation/divorce but want to be certain about your next steps. If that is the case Discernment Counseling can be very helpful. With it I can help you unearth the best version of yourself to reach your individual and relational goals.  I will help you find a clearer path for yourself and your relationship.  I look forward to hearing from you!