Tara is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with 8  years of prior experience supporting children and adolescents in educational settings. She specializes in helping clients navigate emotional and social challenges, with clinical focus areas including anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions. In addition to her work with youth, she supports adults facing personal and professional challenges. She tailors her approach to each client’s unique needs, fostering meaningful growth and healing. Tara integrates a person-centered, trauma-informed approach and draws from evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and strengths-based techniques to promote self-awareness, emotional regulation, and lasting change. She is committed to creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey.

Education:

• B.A. in Sociology – Wichita State University
• M.Ed., School Counseling – Wichita State University
• Post-Master’s Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling – Wichita State University

Population:

• Teens 12 -18
• Adults

Languages Spoken:

• English

Schedule: By appointment only (Evening Appointments available)

• Located at both Eau Gallie & Suntree Location
• Mon(Suntree) Weds(Eau Gallie) Fri (Suntree)