Support Lara's Journey Through Healing

Lara Mattson Radle is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who has spent the past three decades nurturing and supporting individuals from all walks of life. Her small private counseling practice has served as a sanctuary for countless women, children, and families in need of guidance and healing. However, amidst her steadfast commitment to others, Lara has recently been confronted with a daunting challenge of her own.

After enduring significant bouts of unexplained pain and bleeding, Lara received the sobering diagnosis of fibroid tumors in her uterus. While thankfully non-cancerous, the recommended treatment—a hysterectomy—is no small feat. Facing a major surgery and a prolonged recovery period of 4-6 weeks, Lara finds herself grappling not only with the physical toll of her condition but also with the financial burden it imposes. With her insurance falling short, she anticipates shouldering a hefty bill of up to $25,000, including lost work wages.

As a single mother of two sons, Lara's responsibilities extend far beyond the walls of her practice. She is the pillar of strength and parenting for her family, providing both emotional support and financial stability. Yet, the looming prospect of mounting medical expenses and lost income casts a shadow of uncertainty over her ability to meet these obligations. Moreover, having undergone 2 other major surgeries in the past four years, taxing her body and draining her savings, Lara faces possible significant complications due to scar tissue during this procedure, which require the expertise of not just one, but two specialty surgeons. This dramatically increases the financial expense and the prospect of an extended recovery period, further confounding Lara's ability to juggle her myriad responsibilities.

In an effort to rally support for Lara, a GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to help her navigate this challenging chapter with resilience and grace. Every contribution, no matter how small, will make a meaningful difference in easing the financial strain on Lara and enable her to focus on her recovery and the well-being of her beloved family. Thank you for supporting Lara through this journey of healing!