Tamara Thompson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Accepting new clients online Counselor of color
About Tamara
Hi, my name is Tamara Jones-Thompson, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over twenty years of experience in building a client driven approach to providing direct services. I have a strong belief in creating an non-judgmental environment where my clients will feel comfortable with open expression of thoughts and feelings. Thank you, for choosing me to assist you on your journey towards self-discovery.
What Tamara helps with
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Intellectual disability
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
How Tamara works
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “Tamara is great, I'm happy that are going through so many therapist I finally found her. She has been a great help for me and my husband not only just marriage Counseling by definitely also going through parenting.”
- “Working with Tamara through BetterHelp has given me a space to slow down, reflect, and talk openly about what’s going on in my life. She listens with care and helps me see things from a different perspective, especially as I work on understanding myself and communicating better with the people I love.<br /> <br /> Over the past year, we’ve built a connection that feels deeper than the usual therapist-client rapport. I genuinely feel that Tamara cares about my well-being, and that trust has made it easier for me to be open and do the work. She just “gets me” and I’m grateful for her support. 🙏🏾”
- “Tamara has made me feel seen and understood. I appreciate her and believe that our talks keep me grounded.”
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- “She is absolutely amazing, listens to everything I have to say and makes a comfortable environment with no judgment”
- “It took me 15 years to find THE BEST THERAPIST I HAVE EVER ENCOUNTERED. Just real.”
- “I’ve found Ms. Tamara Thompson to be a good fit for my therapy needs during our time working together so far. Her calm demeanor feels very safe and understanding. I feel supported and free to express myself without judgment.”
- “She is kind, thoughtful, and an amazing listener. Makes me feel validated and understood.”
- “Great therapist”
- “Tamara Thompson has been a great listener, and very good at helping me understand what I am looking at when it comes to understanding myself best. She has been a wonderful person through and through.”
- “Tamara is an amazing person and therapist. She listens without judgement and gives unbiased opinions. She gives me multiple ways to cope and learn more about myself”
- “Tamara does an amazing job on making you feel comfortable during your appointment! I really do enjoy the work we are doing.”
- “I’ve had a wonderful experience with my therapist, Tamara. She is kind, compassionate, and truly listens without judgment. Her support has helped me gain confidence, work through challenges, and grow in ways I never expected. I’m so grateful for her guidance and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and professional therapist.”
- “Mrs.Thompson is the best ! I highly recommend her.”
- “I am very happy with support I am receiving from my therapist and I look forward to progress that I know I will make with her help.”
- “Hands down. The best I have ever had in my 37 years of life. 5th one. 5 times a charm y’all. Keep looking for yours and You!”
These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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