Tami Miller-Thomas
Professionally, this field has been great to me. It has allowed me to work with amazing clients including those in community mental health, non-profits, private practice, hospitals, addiction centers and supervise new therapists. I attended UCLA for undergraduate school where I studied Cultural Anthropology and in graduate school while I earned a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology I felt a deeper sense of purpose. I’ve always been someone others naturally turn to for support and understanding (my unofficial counseling career may have started around the elementary school lunch table). So becoming a therapist felt like a natural calling, allowing me to help individuals heal, grow, and move toward greater clarity, peace, and wholeness in all areas of life. I believe that even (and especially) in the midst of life’s challenges, peace and hope are possible. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, anger, and stress by providing practical tools, compassionate support, and, when desired, faith-integrated counseling that promotes healing and growth. I specialize in helping adults and women who feel overwhelmed, anxious, angry, emotionally stuck, or uncertain about their next steps in life. Many of my clients are seeking practical tools and meaningful change rather than spending years focusing solely on the past. I help high-functioning adults and women find clarity, emotional balance, healthier relationships, and a renewed sense of direction using a solution focused approach, cognitive strategies, and anger management when needed.
First session
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, and that’s completely normal. In our first session, we’ll explore your hopes for therapy, the changes you’d like to see in your life, and the strengths you already possess. Together, we’ll begin creating a path toward greater clarity, peace, and wholeness.
Strengths
My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused. I believe that while our past experiences can shape us, therapy should also help us move forward with greater clarity, hope, and purpose. Together, we will identify your goals, explore the thought patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and develop practical strategies to create meaningful change. I draw from Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), helping clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I provide education, tools, and support to help you identify what you want, strengthen coping skills, and build healthier ways of responding to life’s challenges. I strive to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Every client is unique, so I tailor my approach to meet your individual needs, values, and goals. For clients who desire it, I also offer faith-integrated counseling into the therapeutic process.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is looking for a therapist to listen, validate and help create an environment to heal and look toward the future. My ideal client is self motivated, desires to learn new ways to manage stress, is open to new insights and most importantly applies strategies that work. My ideal client takes responsibility for their life and open to faith based practices.
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- CaliforniaLicense 98547