Tamara Bell Amison
Hello! I obtained my Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) 10+ years ago. I based in DC and I will provide you services from a holistic approach to identify resources, problem solve & facilitate services to ensure your needs are met.
These services will be developmentally & culturally appropriate treatments that will empower you to address life challenges & enrich your life.
These services will be developmentally & culturally appropriate treatments that will empower you to address life challenges & enrich your life. I believe that every person is resilient, has the capacity to heal & live a full life.
First session
During our initial session, we'll begin with brief introductions before addressing the specific challenges you're encountering. This will allow me to develop a personalized plan for our future sessions.
Strengths
I take an integrative approach, which allows me to connect with my clients on both an emotional and mental level, meeting them exactly where they are.
Ideal clients
I am seeking those who experience moments of challenge or dwindling aspirations. I invite you to explore therapy with me, where we collaborate to provide a safe space for you to delve into your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Therapy offers a balance of attentive listening and thoughtful feedback to support your journey toward the changes you seek.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have been in the field 10+ years and I help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to their distress. Through collaborative efforts, I will assist clients in developing more adaptive ways of thinking and behaving. By applying CBT techniques, individuals can learn to manage their emotions, alleviate symptoms, and improve their overall well-being.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I have been in the field for 10+ years in diverse facilities, I focus on helping clients develop skills in four key areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. By teaching mindfulness techniques, I encourage clients to become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in the present moment. Through practicing distress tolerance strategies, clients learn to cope effectively with crises and intense emotions, fostering resilience and stability in their daily lives.
Solution-Focused Brief Treatment
I have been in the field for 10+ years in various facilities with diverse needs, I will emphasize on identifying and amplifying clients' strengths and resources rather than focusing on problems. I will collaborate with clients to set clear, achievable goals and explore exceptions to the problem to uncover times when things have been better or different. By encouraging clients to envision their preferred future and identify small steps toward their goals, I promote a positive and forward-looking approach to therapy.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
I have been in the field for 10+ years in various facilities with diverse needs. I help clients explore their inner world by identifying and interacting with different parts of themselves, each representing unique thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I will facilitate understanding and communication between these parts, aiming for harmony and integration within the client's internal system. By fostering self-awareness and compassion towards these internal parts, clients can achieve a more balanced and cohesive sense of self, leading to greater emotional healing and personal growth.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- District of ColumbiaLicense PRC14947