Hi, I am Tamara Spears, LMSW, SPADA and I am a graduate of Western Michigan University where I obtained my Clinical Social Work Degree in 2003 with a certificate to treat co-occurring disorders for those addicted to alcohol and drugs.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
The initial session with me will be client-centered, warm, supportive and an opportunity for the client to feel heard and seen while sharing their experiences and needs.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I am a fully licensed clinical therapist with over 20 years of Social Work experience. My experience is broad, but detailed. I have worked in many different areas from psychiatric hospitals to the school settings and domestic violence shelters. I have a heart for people and want to see everyone succeed. In addition to my clinical expertise, I am an ordained minister. I also offer faith-based therapy services to those who would like to integrate their spiritual or religious experiences in their sessions.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I enjoy working with women and adolescent females who are motivated to make a better life for themselves and others, but are challenged by mental illness and/or behavioral problems.
About Tamara Spears
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2828 Kraft Avenue Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49512, Suite 269Appointments
Virtual & in-personMy treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
20+ years experience with CBT. I use this method to aid the client in identifying distorted thought patterns and assist the client in cultivating more adaptive thoughts and behaviors.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
5 years experience with teaching the correlation between brain, soul and body connection and how each entity impacts the other.
Positive Psychology
I have 20 years experience working with clients to help them identify and improve their motivation through a positive and/or optimistic lens.
Psychoeducation
I have over 20 years of experience. I provide psych education of various disorders, conditions and behaviors and the coping skills to improve them.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I have over 20 years of experience of this goal-directed approach to their to solve/improve a specific problem within 8-12 weeks.