Hello, my name is Tara. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor licensed in California, Texas and Colorado. I attended the University of Texas at San Antonio and received a Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling. I have worked with individuals/ adults /college students and older teens for more than 10 years. I am an empathetic clinician who believes in change through a therapeutic alliance between therapist and client. **LGBTQ affirming.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we will explore reasons for you seeking support, as well as, any other relevant information that will help us develop a path to your goals. We will discuss what is important to you and how we can best fit therapy into your current life/schedule. We will discuss specific goals and potential ways to attain them. I will meet you with kindness, compassion and humor so you can overcome obstacles and habits that may be getting in the way of you being the person you want to be.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I am flexible to meet the unique needs and concerns of each client. I am empathetic to each client's life experience and current presenting problems, concerns and issues.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
My practice focus is with individuals/adults looking for support. I enjoy working with individuals to manage emotional challenges of trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, communication and conflicts in relationships, adult ADHD, self-esteem issues, work issues, women's issues/ perimenopause and menopause, behavioral approach to weight loss, life transitions and adjustment to change. I have worked with individuals and families for over 10 years (inpatient/outpatient). I am an empathetic clinician who believes in change through a therapeutic alliance between therapist and client. **LGBTQ affirming.
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Strength-Based
Strength-based therapy is a type of counseling that focuses on a person's strengths and resources, rather than their weaknesses. It's a collaborative process that helps people cope with challenges and build resilience.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), is a type of psychotherapy that helps individuals identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve mental health and well-being.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on 4 types of skills including mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills are taught to help people cope with overwhelming emotions and build a more functional life.
Eclectic
Eclectic therapy is a flexible approach to psychotherapy where therapists draw from various techniques and theories to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.