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Tamara Thompson, LCSW

  • Experience28 years
  • LocationLouisiana
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Family
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Tamara

Tamara Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 28 years of clinical experience who focuses on supporting people facing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, addiction, and trauma.

Background and approach

She draws on a client-centered philosophy that places the person's values and goals at the heart of care, fostering an environment where individuals can speak openly and explore what matters most to them.

Her practice blends practical, evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, and motivational interviewing to address emotional regulation, communication difficulties, self-esteem, impulsivity, and life transitions.

Tamara also brings experience with family-related challenges and a range of additional concerns such as adoption and foster care issues, attachment and caregiver stress, co-morbidity, and disruptive mood patterns. With a calm, nonjudgmental approach she partners with clients to identify realistic steps forward and to build skills for coping with complex life problems.

Practical approaches for online care

Client-centered therapy invites the client to set priorities and pace while the therapist offers empathic listening and guidance to help people explore values and goals. This approach is useful for those who need space to process emotions and make purposeful decisions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. It is practical for addressing anxiety, depression, impulsivity, and many everyday stressors by teaching skills for problem solving and mood regulation.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It pairs well with mindfulness practices to help clients manage intense emotions and improve communication in relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and will be explored collaboratively. The therapist will work with each person to match techniques to their needs, goals, and preferences and may integrate elements from different methods as appropriate.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for varied schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, maintain continuity of care during transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
Sessions emphasize a client-centered stance combined with structured strategies from CBT and DBT as well as mindfulness and motivational interviewing to build coping skills and support behavior change.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The clinician brings 28 years of experience providing direct services and developing client-focused treatment approaches.
What credentials and location are listed for this professional?
She holds LCSW credentials with TX LCSW 115055 and LA LCSW 4804 and is based in Louisiana.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Services are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available for online work?
Clients can meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to their needs and preference.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in beginning therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepressionADHD

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Family of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

28+ years

Licensed

Louisiana, Texas

Languages

English

About

Tamara Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Louisiana, with 28 years of experience, currently accepting new clients.