Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 29 ratings

Tamara Hicks

LCMHC, 10 years of experience

Authentic
Solution oriented
Direct
Virtual
Next available on

About me

I have learned that I am not for everyone and everyone is not for me. I am a whole vibe professionally speaking. Therapy is a journey one in which the client is in the drivers seat and the therapist is in the passenger seat, shotgun! When you come to therapy its like showing up in some type of vehicle I will gladly get in and help navigate throughout the ride. Once the ride ends I get out and say goodbye until next time. Oh and I make sure during the ride you don't run us off the road ;).

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Our first session is comprised of assessments and a get to know session. We will identify your thought and behavior patterns that impact your satisfaction with life and help towards establishing your wellness goals. Through our supportive relationship we will gain insight and design what's the best modality for you.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I have a strong client base for issues with anxiety, depression, and trauma. The first session dives deep into what will scratch the surface and open certain doors to rooms and places the client wants and needs to explore; or not. I recommend minimum 3 sessions to build upon your toolbox to help manage your symptoms.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

The client that wants to get to the root of the pain, hurt, awkwardness, craziness, sadness, the list goes on is a great match with Ms. Tam. The client that also pulls from hope, spirit, experience, the unknown is a match with me. Its helpful for the client to remain open throughout at least 3-6 sessions after the assessment in order to fully rate symptom change.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

ADHD

I identify as

Serves ages

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

The techniques may include but are not limited to dialogue, behavior modification, reframing of thoughts, realization, role play, communication techniques and expressive arts.

EMDR

Specific procedural steps are used to access and reprocess information which incorporates alternating bilateral visual, auditory, or tactile stimulation.

Christian Counseling

As a Christian, I will discuss with clients who are also believers and want to discuss their spiritual practices and beliefs related to the Christian faith such as prayer and meditation. Also I know that everyone is not a believer in Christianity and that is ok. You don't have to be a Christian to want or need therapy ;0).

Eclectic

My counseling approach is very eclectic and includes person-centered therapy, family systems, cognitive-behavioral therapy and as of recent, training in EMDR- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and training with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I may pull from all or other theories and incorporate various techniques depending on the specific needs of the client and/or family.

Location

Offers in-person in 5501 Executive Center Dr, Charlotte, NC 28212, suite 217Virtual
Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 29 ratings

5 ratings with written reviews

August 1, 2025

I was referred to this provider through my employer and I am so glad she was the selected as a preferred provider. She is so relatable, humorous, authentic and smart. She has given me tools to help me focus, be able to calm myself and most importantly she has seen and heard me and guided me to understand and begin processing what I am experiencing. I feel very grateful that she is my counselor.

Verified client, age 45-54

Review shared after session 5 with Tamara

July 14, 2025

Ms. Hicks provides a warm and comforting environment, allowing you to be yourself truly and fully while also working through your problems and getting to solutions strategically. She provides a judgment free zone, allowing you to face the things within yourself that you may have not known was there. She also continues to empower you through the process, and help you find solutions that are achievable. Highly recommend if you’re trying to make actual progress, while obtaining everlasting tools.

Verified client, age 18-24

Review shared after session 5 with Tamara

May 20, 2025

I was looking for a therapist who gives me the direction I need to hear in a very direct manner. I feel Ms. Hick's did that exactly. There were points in which she delivered things in a manner that I could laugh and others where it stung a little. But exactly what I needed. We set goals on what we will be working on in the upcoming sessions. I left with homework to facilitate our following conversations and I feel good about the direction we are headed in.

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 1 with Tamara