Tammy Rife
Hi my name is Tammy, I am LMHC. Life transitions can shake the ground beneath you, leaving you completely overwhelmed. The loss of a loved one, a career change, years of caregiving… they drain your energy, your clarity, and your hope. And when you don’t have those things to cope with the anxiety and grief, it’s easy to get caught up in patterns you don’t know how to break. Addictive behaviors creep in, making the depression and unresolved grief feel unshakable. Even when you’re strong for others, you feel stuck inside, longing for support and peace. I know you’re carrying a lot right now – and the stress is high. But you don’t have to go through this alone. I help adults process grief, trauma, and major life transitions using EMDR, CBT, and trauma-informed care. Together, we’ll uncover the inner dialogue keeping you stuck, examine coping skills that aren’t working, and build healthier strategies. My approach is warm, collaborative, and steady; guiding you at a pace that feels safe and manageable.
What stands out about my approach is that it is collaborative, personalized, and trauma informed.
With support, you can build resilience and move through life’s challenges with confidence. Addictive behaviors lose their hold, anxiety becomes more manageable, and grief softens as new meaning takes shape. Healing begins with being heard, and I’m here for you. Take that brave first step toward healing today.
First session
In your first session with me, you can expect a warm, supportive environment where we will focus on getting to know each other. I’ll listen carefully to understand your story, concerns, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. Together, we’ll explore your goals for treatment, identify any immediate needs, and develop a plan tailored to your unique experiences. My aim is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to begin your healing journey.
Strengths
I offer a warm, steady space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered—never judged. What stands out about my approach is that it is collaborative, personalized, and trauma informed. I meet you where you are and tailor therapy to your story, pace, and goals. As an EMDRIA trained EMDR Therapist, I help clients process painful memories while integrating CBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to build practical skills for daily life.
Ideal clients
I am best positioned to serve adults experiencing trauma, grief, anxiety, or significant life transitions. Clients who are open to exploring their emotions, gaining insight, and actively working toward change will find my collaborative, trauma-informed approach especially helpful. I support individuals committed to healing, building resilience, and developing practical skills to manage their thoughts, feelings, and relationships. My goal is to empower clients to create a more balanced, hopeful life and move forward with confidence and clarity.
Origin story
I became a therapist through a deeply personal mix of compassion, life experience, and a desire to help people heal in ways that feel safe, steady, and hopeful. I understand what it can be like to carry heavy emotions while trying to stay strong for everyone else, and I believe healing begins with having space to process what is truly happening inside—without judgment or minimization.
Ongoing work together
Our ongoing work together will feel steady, personalized, and grounded in what you need as healing unfolds. In each session, we focus on making progress you can feel in your daily life, not just understand in your mind. We typically start with a brief check in. We review what has happened since our last session, what felt manageable, what felt triggering, and what emotions or body sensations are showing up most. Next, we work on processing. If you are using EMDR, we will gently identify what is stored and activating, then move through EMDR steps to help your brain and body reprocess those experiences. The goal is for painful memories to lose their grip on the present so you can feel safer, steadier, and more connected to now. Along with processing, we build coping skills. You will practice grounding and mindfulness tools, plus strategies from CBT or CPT when helpful, so you have support between sessions when stress, grief, or triggers hit. This helps you regulate your nervous system and reduce overwhelm in real time. We also keep everything collaborative and goal focused. We will name what you want to change, what healing looks like for you, and how we measure progress. For clients who want it, I offer faith friendly support that honors Christian beliefs and helps you find hope and strength in God as you heal. Over time, many clients notice they can recognize triggers sooner, calm faster, and relate to difficult experiences with less intensity. We move at a pace that feels safe and respectful, with you in control throughout.
Treatment methods
EMDR
I have received EMDRIA certified training and experience using EMDR to help clients process trauma, grief, and distressing memories. In my practice, I guide clients through EMDR sessions to the navigate emotional charges attached to memories and reframe negative beliefs, empowering them to heal and move forward with greater resilience. I tailor each session to your pace, ensuring a safe space for meaningful change.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients develop psychological flexibility, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and clarify their core values. In my practice, ACT encourages mindfulness and values-driven action, empowering clients to live more authentic and meaningful lives despite life’s challenges. This approach supports lasting change and emotional resilience
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to their distress. In my practice, CBT provides practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, and other challenges, empowering clients to develop healthier coping strategies and create lasting change. It’s a focused, goal-oriented approach that promotes self-awareness and resilience.
Location
Virtual sessions