Tara Brown

Skilled guidance for stress and trauma recovery

LMHC Washington

Experience: 8 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Tara

Tara Brown is a Washington-licensed mental health counselor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, mood challenges, and the aftereffects of trauma.

Background and approach

With eight years of clinical experience, she supports clients working through depression, grief, addictions, low self-esteem, ADHD, and major life changes, and she also addresses related concerns such as bipolar and other mood disorders and post-traumatic stress. Her approach emphasizes a nonjudgmental, collaborative relationship where clients can explore thoughts and feelings openly.

Tara draws from evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, mindfulness practices, and motivational strategies, selecting techniques that match each person’s needs and goals. She aims to help clients build motivation, improve coping skills, and increase confidence as they move toward meaningful change.

Working with Tara involves practical problem solving paired with compassionate listening. She encourages courageous steps toward a more satisfying life and offers guidance designed to empower people as they put new insights into action.

How evidence-informed approaches translate to online care

Many of Tara's approaches translate well to remote sessions because they focus on skills, present-moment work, and collaborative planning. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) centers on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; it is often used to reduce anxiety, depression, and difficulties with motivation. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with intense mood swings, self-harm tendencies, and relationship stress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused technique that works with distressing memories to reduce their emotional charge and can be adapted for online delivery when appropriate.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Tara works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and symptoms. She blends strategies and adjusts pacing so clients feel involved in shaping their care rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for busy schedules and varying comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between sessions, and fit therapy into everyday life while working with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Tara address?

She helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, grief, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD, along with related areas like DMDD, guilt and shame, and social anxiety.

What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?

The work is collaborative and client-centered, blending active problem solving with empathic listening and practical skill-building to suit individual needs.

How much professional experience does this therapist have?

Tara has eight years of professional experience working with teens and adults across a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

What are the therapist's credentials and location?

She is a licensed mental health counselor in Washington with the credential WA LMHC LH 61088624.

Can I work with this therapist if I live outside the United States?

She does not accept international clients at this time and works with clients located in Washington.

Which session formats are available for therapy?

Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or via text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.

How is the cost for sessions determined?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Also works with

GriefParenting issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes ADHD

Additional focus areas

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Guilt and shameVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disorders Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Social anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Washington

Languages

English