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Tamara Blau, LISW

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.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Tamara. View 7 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Ohio and Virginia

Recent reviews

Tamara is a kind and wonderful listener that provides valuable guidance through life’s ups and downs.

Reviewed August 2022

Tammy is always there to listen and help me find ways to navigate what’s going on. She makes me feel comfortable and never feel like a burden. This was my first therapy experience and she has made it awesome

Reviewed July 2022

More about Tamara

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • LISW, LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Virginia and a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW-S) in the State of Ohio. I earned my Master’s of Science in Social Administration from Case Western Reserve University in 1996. I spent over 15 years in a public social service setting working with adolescents and their families. Most recently I have been in a school setting working with middle school aged youth. I have worked with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, behavior problems, and the stress of parenting.

My nonjudgmental, supportive and compassionate nature allows me to build and maintain therapeutic relationships. I have a client centered approach and would enjoy working with you to set both short term and long term goals in therapy. I could help you develop the skills and strategies you’ll need to overcome current and future challenges you may face

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Anger management Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Parenting issues Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Domestic violence Emptiness Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Tamara Blau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124633078.

  • LISW · Ohio · I.0008186-SUPV · Expires May 2026
  • LCSW · Virginia · 0904010019 · Expires June 2025

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 Blau

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

Overall rating:

5.0

7 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Comfortable Understanding Anxiety Easy Guidance Helpful Helping Wonderful The best

Tamara is a kind and wonderful listener that provides valuable guidance through life’s ups and downs.

Reviewed August 2022

Tammy is always there to listen and help me find ways to navigate what’s going on. She makes me feel comfortable and never feel like a burden. This was my first therapy experience and she has made it awesome

Reviewed July 2022

Tamara is the first therapist I’ve spoken with whom I felt truly cares about me and doesn’t see me as just another client. She always remembers who and what I’m talking about even if we haven’t talked about that person/topic in months. She reaches out to me when I miss sessions. Knowing my dietary restrictions, she’s sent me recipes after hours that she’s looked up and thinks I could eat. I cannot recommend Tamara enough.

Reviewed November 2021

She is so kind and understanding while challenging me in the best ways for me

Reviewed February 2021

Tamara has always been readily available, and always up to date on my current topic of discussion when we chat. She offers very helpful advice, as well as worksheets that help a lot! She is very easy to talk to and I feel comfortable speaking with her

Reviewed February 2021

Tamara is lovely to talk to and quickly grasped my concerns from the start. I would recommend her to anyone struggling with anxiety issues.

Reviewed January 2021

I would recommend Tamara and have already recommended Betterhelp to everyone I know. I feel like therapy has been helping me so far and I would continue to use it. Tamara has a better understanding of me and I love the fact of the nonjudgmental vibes.

Reviewed December 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Tamara Blau offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Tamara Blau 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 Blau speak?

Tamara Blau speaks English.

How many years of experience does Tamara Blau have?

Tamara Blau has 10 years of experience.

Where is Tamara Blau licensed to practice?

Tamara Blau is licensed to practice in Ohio and Virginia.

Does Tamara Blau accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Tamara Blau 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 Blau offer?

Tamara Blau offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Tamara Blau?

Tamara Blau 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 Blau?

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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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.