Self-Harming Therapists in Ashland, VA

I have a doctorate degree in marriage and family therapy from Virginia Tech and specialize in treating youth and their families dealing with difficult issues including self-harming behaviors and other debilitating symptoms or issues. I have 15 years of experience and have provided services in many capacities including inpatient, outpatient, psychiatric triage, substance abuse treatment, and medical family therapy. I have specialized training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), medical family therapy, and intensive evidence-based treatments. I am laid back and provide a down to earth, yet no-nonsense approach to therapy and look forward to speaking with you!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience providing therapeutic skills and strategies to the clients with whom I collaborate. I have helped adolescents and adults with a variety of concerns, including: anxiety, depression, grief, substance abuse, trauma and more. I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Florida State University and a Master’s Degree in Education from Dowling College. I have worked in schools, residential, community-based and private practice settings. I use a client-centered approach to treatment with the goal of giving people greater control over their own lives.

It takes strength to admit our need for help. It is my privilege to be a collaborator with you on this journey. While treatment is unique for each client, I tailor my approach to your individual needs and background. My sessions integrate cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and motivational enhancement techniques to facilitate necessary changes. I desire to offer a safe place that allows you to feel accepted, safe, and supported.

Are you experiencing feelings of hopelessness, shame and guilt? Struggling with anxiety and depressive symptoms associated with life's circumstances? Do you want a new start and need support without being judged by your past? Having an innate passion for people, I believe that your best self develops after experiencing life's challenges. I will meet you where you are, and from a Christian perspective if requested, will provide you with the tools necessary to find your purpose from the power within you.

My focus is to get people back to living more fully, resolving trauma, abuse or whatever crises may have led to the important decision to pursue professional therapy. I have worked diligently in 25+ years of psychotherapy practice learning how to foster an effective healing process. In my experience, clients have found therapy to be an extremely important venture, uniquely personal and insightful, yet can feel uniquely vulnerable. Good therapy is built on a balance of challenge and support, developed in collaboration that fits each client, that leads to [re]discovery of potentials for better, more satisfying living.

Hello, my name is Tamar. I utilize an eclectic approach while pulling from CBT, DBT, and somatic techniques all from a trauma informed lens. I am EMDR trained and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I am experienced in treating symptoms related to trauma, depression, grief and anxiety in teens and adults. I have over 20 years of experience in the helping field. I am passionate about trauma recovery. I'm currently providing therapy via Telehealth only and only during the evening.

Are you struggling to live up to your fullest potential? Do you feel like there is a gap between where you are and where you want to be? We would like to help you! We do not believe anyone is frozen in the current chapter of their life if they are willing to creatively free themselves from that situation. Whether you or someone you care about has a mental illness (i.e. PTSD, Depression, Anxiety) or if you just feel like you need help resolving some issues in your life, we have a team of people that are here to help.