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Tamara Spears, LMSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Tamara is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Tamara. View 27 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Michigan

Recent reviews

Tamara has come into my life at an extremely pivotal time. I will have more words as we continue to grow and there is so much ground to cover but I trust Tamara because she listens to me and allows my emotions space and care. I feel myself growing.

Reviewed September 2021

Tamara Spears is as exceptionally competent psychotherapist with considerable expertise in several areas. She is very professional, extremely empathic and mindful of boundaries. She has a whole range of techniques available to her which she selects according to the situation and can move with ease among them, explaining what she is doing when necessary. So far, the therapy has been extremely useful. And she seems like a really nice person too.

Reviewed September 2023

More about Tamara

  • 22 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMSW

Greetings and welcome!

I am a 20 year veteran in the field of human services stemming from social services work inpatient and outpatient therapy. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and Adult ADHD. I also helped many people who experience anger issues and past trauma or emotional abuse.

My counseling style is person-centered, warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone I encounter with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach includes but are not limited to, a combination of solution-focused, supportive, cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and motivational Interviewing. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

As you take those courageous steps towards change, I will be alongside you to guide, support, motivate, and encourage you towards a more fulfilling and happier life.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Self esteem Career difficulties Depression ADHD Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue Abandonment Attachment issues Body image Co-morbidity Codependency Communication problems Divorce and separation Expats Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Life purpose Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural Concerns Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Self-love Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Tamara Spears's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053402677.

  • LMSW · Michigan · 6801085567 · Expires February 2027

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Tamara Spears

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

27 reviews

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Clients mention: Easy Amazing Helpful Great Helping Wonderful Insightful Listens Professional Recommend

Tamara has come into my life at an extremely pivotal time. I will have more words as we continue to grow and there is so much ground to cover but I trust Tamara because she listens to me and allows my emotions space and care. I feel myself growing.

Reviewed September 2021

Tamara Spears is as exceptionally competent psychotherapist with considerable expertise in several areas. She is very professional, extremely empathic and mindful of boundaries. She has a whole range of techniques available to her which she selects according to the situation and can move with ease among them, explaining what she is doing when necessary. So far, the therapy has been extremely useful. And she seems like a really nice person too.

Reviewed September 2023

Tamara has done wonders for my mental health and has been nothing but supportive in everything I bring to every session

Reviewed July 2023

Tamara has changed my life. Everything I wanted, she was able to help me achieve and my life is better for it. An amazing therapist, extremely easy to talk to and she's always there for you. She's definitely someone I'll never forget.

Reviewed March 2023

She’s been amazing helping me through my life situations

Reviewed November 2022

Tamara is one of the rare special people in this world. She is incredibly insightful and can discuss infinite topics with credibility and expertise. Tamara’s professionalism and integrity is second to none. I can always look forward to prepared and structured conversations. Most of all, I appreciate how present she is during our sessions. Tamara makes it easy to discuss difficult topics because it is the only topic on the table. As I said before, very special individual.

Reviewed November 2022

She’s been great to work with and is always flexible with changing conditions

Reviewed July 2022

Tamara is the perfect therapist for me. She is kind but very straightforward in telling you where the work is. She gives homework that directly addresses the issues being worked on. Tamara helps you work to reframe unhelpful thoughts and formulate ideas and strategies to move forward with creating healthier choices to maintain high levels of mental health.

Reviewed June 2022

She's great.

Reviewed May 2022

Tamara Spears-Yavo is a very real, kind, and resourceful therapist. I greatly appreciate the privilege her helping me and I always look forward to working with her every session. Thank you Tamara for your service, your work is highly appreciated!

Reviewed May 2022

Tamara has been working with me for a month and so far so good. She's a great listener, offers effective solutions to some things I'm dealing with currently, and has shown her expertise in how to handle my situations.

Reviewed May 2022

Tamara is wonderful! A pleasure to speak to and really listens well and responds with insightful and useful actionable insights. I very much have valued my time with her and would recommend her counseling very much!

Reviewed April 2022

Tamara is an amazing resource and coach. She's helped me break down so many walls in my life, and tackle problems in healthful ways. She is an incredible person who is helping me change my life for the better.

Reviewed April 2022

Understanding, helpful, relatable. Wonderful person to talk to

Reviewed March 2022

Very kind and helpful definitely recommend!

Reviewed March 2022

She has done an amazing job working with me on my schedule has been super flexible with how fast or slow I want to work in certain issues

Reviewed February 2022

She’s amazing

Reviewed January 2022

Only 2 sessions in so far, but I can tell that she loves her craft and genuinely cares for you on a human level.

Reviewed January 2022

During my first encounter with Tamara, I knew pretty much right away she’s a trustworthy person. Her energy is so caring and welcoming that it felt like catching up with an old friend. She was very upfront (which I loved) getting me up to speed with how she works, any complications that might come up, what resources we’d be using, etc. I like her already and I can’t wait to meet with her again :)

Reviewed December 2021

Helps me realize my own strength by hitting the hard questions on point. Wonderful.

Reviewed December 2021

She is great to talk to. She has listened to everything I have said and makes it easy to open up.

Reviewed November 2021

Tamara is very kind, helpful and responsive, it's very easy to communicate with her. She makes the whole process of opening up and discussing experiences easier and I'm always looking forward to learn more during our sessions.

Reviewed September 2021

Tamara creates an environment where I feel comfortable and understood. She provides helpful tools that i can use during and post sessions that stimulate my interests and motivate me.

Reviewed August 2021

I am lucky that Tamara is really compatible fit for my needs and inquiries it has been easy experience.

Reviewed August 2021

I have already recommended Tamara and better health to a couple of my friends.

Reviewed April 2021

Tamara is a compassionate and skilled therapist. She is easy to talk to and provides helpful responses. I’m thankful to have her as my therapist!

Reviewed March 2021

It is early days, but Tamara is extremely perceptive and professional. She responds in ways that she knows I will understand and relate to. She is helping me to reflect and solve my own problems.

Reviewed January 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Tamara Spears offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Tamara Spears works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Tamara Spears speak?

Tamara Spears speaks English.

How many years of experience does Tamara Spears have?

Tamara Spears has 22 years of experience.

Where is Tamara Spears licensed to practice?

Tamara Spears is licensed to practice in Michigan.

Does Tamara Spears accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Tamara Spears does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Tamara Spears offer?

Tamara Spears offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Tamara Spears?

Tamara Spears can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Tamara Spears?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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