LCSW, 7 years of experience
Hi! My name is Taryn. I was born and raised in Florida and moved to Delaware after college. I chose to become a therapist because I know what it's like to feel unseen, unheard, and misunderstood; and to carry things in life that we never asked for. As a therapist, my job is not to give you all the answers, I am just as human as you are and I definitely don't know everything, but instead, I'm here to support you as you figure it out for yourself. Everyone's journey is different, and I'm here to help along the way.
Our first session together will truly be "get to know you" session. We can talk about a multitude of things just so I can get to know you and you can get to know me. I also have a question game we can play if just openly talking about yourself is uncomfortable. We can see if we're a good fit. In order to get the most out of this process I think you should be with a therapist you can connect with and while I hope that can be me, ultimately I want what is gonna be best for you so even if it's not...that's okay and I encourage everyone to be honest about it!
I think connection is one of my biggest strengths. I'm just a human trying to help other humans. I am not perfect and I'm pretty transparent about it. I am incredibly passionate about what I do and it's such a privilege for me to be able to watch people change their lives.
My ideal clients are the ones who are looking for something new. Even if it's just mere curiosity. If you are willing to do the work, be honest, and engage...we'll figure out the rest along the way. It's okay to feel nervous about it, starting can be scary...but your future self will thank you for it. I want you to show up as you are, there's no room for judgement here. I have experience working with individuals from 8 years old to 80 years old on a variety of things including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, addiction, self-esteem, family issues, communication and so much more.
I use CBT to help clients recognize unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more balanced, realistic thinking. Depending on the issue, behavioral interventions might include exposure exercises (for anxiety or phobias), behavioral activation (for depression), or developing coping plans and problem-solving skills. I often assign homework so clients can practice between sessions, which reinforces learning and encourages self-efficacy.
DBT is highly structured and skills-based, and I use it to help clients build a life worth living by balancing acceptance and change. I focus on four core skill areas: Mindfulness – helping clients increase awareness and stay present in the moment. Distress Tolerance – building skills to manage crises without making the situation worse. Emotion Regulation – teaching strategies to understand and manage intense emotions. Interpersonal Effectiveness – improving communication and boundary-setting. I also emphasize validation, a core DBT principle, and work to create a nonjudgmental, collaborative environment. Many of my clients benefit from the structure, practical tools, and clear framework DBT provides, especially when traditional talk therapy hasn’t been effective.
In practice, I help clients explore the connection between their faith and mental health, often drawing on scripture, prayer, and spiritual reflection alongside therapeutic tools. For example: When addressing anxiety, we might combine cognitive restructuring with biblical truths about trust and surrender. For trauma or grief, I support clients in processing pain while holding space for spiritual healing, forgiveness, and hope. In identity or relational struggles, we explore personal values, God-given purpose, and spiritual practices that support emotional growth. I work collaboratively with clients to honor their beliefs while helping them navigate life’s challenges in a grounded, compassionate way. Faith is a powerful source of resilience, and I consider it a privilege to integrate it meaningfully into the therapeutic journey.
In my practice, I collaborate with clients to reframe challenges through the lens of resilience, courage, and growth. This might look like: Helping a client facing anxiety identify times they've coped well and draw from those strategies. Working with someone recovering from trauma to reclaim personal power and rediscover identity beyond what’s happened to them. Supporting a client with depression by highlighting small wins and reinforcing what gives them purpose. This approach is empowering and deeply respectful of each client’s lived experience. My goal is to help individuals move forward with confidence, grounded in their strengths and supported by practical tools.
I help clients identify their preferred future and the small, achievable steps to get there. In session, we often explore: “What’s better?” to highlight recent progress, even if it’s small. Exceptions to the problem, helping clients see times when the issue was less intense or absent. Strengths and solutions, empowering clients to use their own strategies for change. I ask focused, purposeful questions like, “If things were better, what would be different?” or “What will be the first sign that progress is happening?” SFBT helps clients build momentum and regain hope quickly. I find it especially effective for individuals seeking brief, goal-driven support or navigating specific life transitions.