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Trauma is a normal reaction of the brain to an abnormal event, causing a stagnation that does not allow us to enjoy our present life. The problem around the word trauma is the stigma that follows it, defining it as something shameful. Consequently, this stigma prevents us from reaching out for help. My clinical experience includes working with individuals, family, and couples suffering from anxiety, depression, grief, divorce/separation, trauma symptoms such as PTSD, emotional, neglect, and sexual abuse, family dynamics, racial and gender discrimination, , including LGBTQIA+, and immigration trauma.

I work with adults seeking to change their lives. I have considerable experience helping people alleviate anxiety and depression, as well as, other mood disorders. I find creative ways to help people heal from trauma they have experienced and to connect with the present. I enjoy helping people who need help to tackle substance use issues such as alcohol or other drugs. I also work with couples using EFT to rebuild the bond between partners and create a healthier relationship with emotions.

Hi, I am glad that you are here. Reaching out to a professional takes a great deal of courage and inner strength. I take great ownership within the foundation that I have been able to build within myself that has allowed me to have a keen sense and awareness within the therapy space. In our therapy sessions, one will often hear me talk about ‘the core,’ what is one’s core searching for, healing from, running away from, hiding from. My passion is to work and walk with you through what’s actually going on in your life to help you rebuild confidence, find hope, and restore a greater connection with who you really are.

As humans, we are always gravitating towards healing, trying to right ourselves and to shift from surviving back into living. But sometimes, we get stuck with uncomfortable emotions that we aren't exactly sure what to do with. In therapy, I offer a safe place to unpack all of that uncomfortable stuff and decide what is worth keeping and what is just too heavy to keep lugging around day after day. If you are ready to unpack, I am here for it. If you want to learn how to be assertive, how to set boundaries effectively and how to show up for yourself even when others can't or don't, I am absolutely on board.

I truly believe that every person has the ability within themselves to think and feel positively, overcome their struggles, and be comfortable in their own skin. My role as a therapist is to help an individual deepen their understanding of life experiences that may affect emotions, thought patterns, perceptions, and behaviors.

I offer behavioral health services for children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with transitions in life. I also conduct psychological evaluation for differential diagnoses in order to tap into needed support across contexts. I have sought additional training in the areas of Autism Spectrum Disorders, Behavioral Problems, Anxiety, Gender Dysphoria, Learning as well as Developmental Disabilities. Creating positive supports for emotional growth.

I help people find their courage to learn new behavior, build better relationships, embrace change, overcome negative effects of damaging life experiences, resolve grief, and transform losses into well-earned wisdom and productive action. Getting "unstuck" requires new perspectives, persistence while sorting through complexities and confusion, and practice with new skills and strategies. I strive to be kind, ethical, informative, interactive, responsive, and a rigorous "coach" who can be helpful to you.

** I am not currently accepting new clients.** We all experience difficult times in our lives where we could use extra support from a nonbiased party. Every day life can become stressful and hard to manage. Working together to develop healthier ways to navigate the world it can lead to better relationships with ourselves and those around us. I would like to assist you with living the life that you truly want to live.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, I am passionate about working with clients on their path to healing. I believe therapy should be a breakwater, a source of protection and support throughout life’s many challenges. Throughout our work together, my hope is that your own breakwaters will emerge, comprised of skills, supports, and self-advocacy. I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals and couples, using a strengths-based approach to meet you where you are.

You’re caught in another thought loop. You try to stop and think about something, anything else. But the harder you fight it, the more stuck you get. You’re lost in endless hypothetical scenarios. What if I lose my job? What if this pain in my side is actually something more serious? You’ve begun to second-guess every decision. Your confidence is at an all-time low. The people in your life have noticed that something is wrong. You don’t know how to tell them that you’re suffocating under the weight of constant fear. That you’re almost ready to give up. You need to make a change, but you don’t know how. It all feels so hopeless.

At Artocin Psyche’ we work with clients through a Mind-Body-Spirit perspective, where we assess each area as we move through therapy together with clients on their life journey. We are very attentive to our client’s issues so we are able to tailor the psychotherapy to each client’s issues. As we work with our clients through Mind-Body-Spirit, we believe the therapeutic relationship is vitally important to the therapy process. We utilize an eclectic blend of therapy models and techniques, including somatic psychotherapies, and upon request spiritual therapies as well. We also provide “Utility”, simply-homework. Ask us about UTILITY

Oceanside Counseling was created to give you hope and to help you feel listened to and supported in your pursuit of health and healing. At Oceanside you are not just another number. Your mental health matters to us and we value and treat you like we would want to be treated ourselves. Recent events have increased stress for people throughout the world and many people are struggling with overwhelming emotions and fears. If you are in need, please reach out to us. We are currently providing virtual services (video/telephone) to anyone living in North Carolina and we are accepting new patients.

I believe every person has the desire to be happy and content in their world, as well as the ability to achieve this ideal. However, the way a person learned to view and operate in the world as a child can make it difficult to reach this potential. By addressing a person's core beliefs & values along with their attitudes and behaviors, together we can unlock the potential that's been there from the beginning. As your therapist, I will provide a safe place for you to allow the answers that are within you to emerge so we can work with them.

I believe individuals, couples, & families can adjust their thinking, behaviors, & patterns to improve their lives and relationships. My approach is compassionate yet honest & straightforward. I teach healthy patterns to replace negative ones. I take a pro-relationship, trauma informed, approach to all relationships, helping people and their loved ones make changes in order to feel closer and happier together. Feel free to reach out via email or phone at any time w/ questions or to schedule an appt. I am accepting new clients and offer day & evening virtual hours M-F. Sessions & paperwork are facilitated via confidential web-portal.

Tara has an energetic laugh that puts clients at ease and enjoys playfully incorporating her love of sarcasm into her work with her clients. She has been known to lovingly call people out on their “bologna” when she hears it and is a great accountability partner. Tara is also incredibly empathetic and provides a warm and safe environment and a quiet listening ear when the situation calls for it. Noticing and reading nonverbal communication and body language is a skill Tara possesses in spades so she often learns a lot even from things that go unsaid. Tara is judgement free and she encourages you to be genuine and authentic.

I understand the importance of a collaborative relationship in therapy and believe it is the most important vehicle for change. I attempt to provide a warm, caring, and accepting atmosphere that will encourage clients to move towards their goals and improve their lives. My professionalism, authenticity, and sense of humor set me apart as a clinician. I specialize in working with individuals and couples that have been impacted by sexual trauma.

Are you feeling stuck, frustrated, or disconnected? Has something in your life become unmanageable? You've probably tried talking with your family and friends, only to feel more frustrated and confused. Thinking about the future is hard because you feel discouraged. You are stuck in a routine that is holding you in place. You have probably noticed that your relationships are suffering because you feel disconnected; you do not have the same eagerness to connect with your loved ones because you are using all your energy to make it through the days. The things you used to enjoy are a distant memory.

I believe that all people are capable of making changes in their lives, and to be invited into that process as a therapist is an honor for me. My philosophy is that therapy is a partnership that is rooted in trust. My job is not to give advice, but to help you in exploring and finding the answers that are already intrinsically within you. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings, including substance abuse treatment facilities, as a behavioral health consultant at a primary care practice, and as the program director for an integrated dual diagnosis program.

If you are experiencing anxiety, OCD, depression, low self-esteem, perfectionism, burnout, trouble with life transitions, or relationship challenges, I would be honored to help. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process in which we establish goals and implement strategies to achieve them together. Evidence-based techniques are utilized, and I strive to provide feedback in each session and reflections to offer perspective. Empathy, respect, and patience are the foundations of the treatment modalities I implement. I am committed to providing a non-judgmental and trusting atmosphere to facilitate therapeutic growth.