Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MPhil, CMFSW (she, her)
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My name is Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford has engaged in extensive work and research on familial relationships, trauma, & dysfunctions. I have a PhD in Forensic Psychology a double Mastered in Marriage & Family Therapy & Clinical Psychology. I have extensive experience with traumatic experiences, such as rape, incest, violence, human trafficking & symptom re-emergence. I have 20 years in the field of behavioral sciences, and stabilizing individuals and families.
I specialize in trauma related to sexual abuse and physical violence. I also specialize in mood disorders, depression, anxiety, dysfunctional relationships, & loss and grief. I offer treatment that is specific to the individual being treated. I utilize an eclectic cognitive behavioral approach that is determined by the challenges faced, client strengths, etc
I believe it is important to feel both seen and heard in therapy. Therefore, it is essential to use techniques that are evidence-based and tailored to fit the challenges and specific needs of the client.
Call or Email Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford now for a free 15 minute consultation - (347) 767-3709
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
- Couple Sessions $300
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, VisaInsurance
- 1199SEIU
- Aetna
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- HealthFirst
- Humana
- MVP Health Care
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MPhil, CMFSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 767-3709
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 001735 Tarra Bates-Duford
- In Practice for 26 years
- License: Florida Board of Marriage & Family Therapists TPMF308 / 2021
- License: Washington State Department of Health LF 61185678 / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MPhil, CMFSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 767-3709
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Antisocial Personality
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Personality Disorders
- Psychosis
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MPhil, CMFSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (347) 767-3709
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Forensic Psychology
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MPhil, CMFSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 767-3709
Groups
Survivors of Childhood Sexual Trauma-Women
Trauma support groups are one of the most helpful methods of healing. This group utilizes healing strategies that involve an empowerment-based approach. The group relies on self-care and guided support which are most successful in helping women who have experienced sexual trauma move forward.
Expertise
Anxiety
Sexual Abuse
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$30+
Group Meets
Every Sat 1 P.M. - 2 P.M.
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Sexual Abuse/Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group
Sexual Abuse/Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group is an online support group for survivors of sexual abuse and sexual Assault. This is a 12-week group that allows participants to process feelings, find help, and empathy from others who have been through a similar experience.
Expertise
Sexual Abuse
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$30+
Email Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford about this group or call - (347) 767-3709
Love Endures
Love endures is an online support group that helps people who’ve suffered the death of a child or children at any age. Its core mission is to help bereaved parents and their families coping with such loss find a place of comfort and support as they navigate their grief.
Expertise
Grief
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$40+
Email Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford about this group or call - (347) 767-3709
Location
Additional Location
Family Matters Counseling Group
7901 4th St N STE 300
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
(407) 502-6004Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MPhil, CMFSW
Call for a free consultation now - (347) 767-3709