Tara Wood, LCSW — Therapist in Tennessee

Hi there, I'm Tara!

I'm so glad you're considering counseling as a step toward healing and growth. This space is one where you can feel heard, supported, and respected. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, or feeling stuck, my goal is to help you explore your feelings and work toward solutions that honor your unique journey.

My focus

I work with adults of all ages who have faced numerous life challenges. Whether you're working through trauma, building coping skills, or exploring your personal goals, I'll work with you to create a growth plan that feels empowering and achievable.

My approach

I primarily use cognitive-behavioral therapy to help you identify and reshape unhelpful thought patterns. This approach is hands-on and gives you tools to feel more in control of your emotions and behaviors. Based on your needs, I may adapt my approach to include mindfulness, behavioral activation, and other practices.

My communication style

I prioritize clear, open communication to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment. I practice active listening and will give you opportunities to reflect on your experiences with me as an empathetic partner. If we're working through something challenging, you can expect me to be calm and patient.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey into mental health developed out of a deep desire to help others facing challenging life circumstances find strength and ways to cope. The loss of a family member and a dear friend showed me about human resilience and the importance of meeting people where they are.

My goals for you

I believe therapy is a partnership. Together, we'll identify and set goals that matter to you. As we work together, your goals may evolve as you gain new insights. We can adapt our plan at any time to ensure it's always meaningful and relevant to you.

Our first session

Our first session will be an opportunity for us to get to know one another. We'll discuss your background and what brings you to therapy. Therapy is a process, and we'll continue to build our work together over time. We'll take it one step at a time, and I'm here to guide you through each step of the process.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Behavioral Activation

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter
Anthem

+ 31 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Alabama.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Tara Wood