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Tamara Spears

Therapist(She/Her/Hers)
13 years of experience
37 patients on Headway
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

I was born and raised in Michigan. I love the four seasons and all of the college and professional sport teams. I have over 20 years of behavioral health experience and both mental health and substance abuse. I also hold a certificate from Western Michigan University for treating drug and alcohol addictions.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is client centered. I believe in a participatory approach to treatment. My practices are holistic with an emphasis on mindfulness.

What you can expect from me

My clients will experience a warm and compassionate approach to care. They will learn coping strategies and introspection to help improve their situation.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Holistic, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    13 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Western Michigan University
  • License type
    LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) (Michigan)
  • Licensed in
    Michigan
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Ascension, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Medicare Adv (Plus Blue), Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Humana Medicare Advantage, Oscar, Oxford, Priority Health, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Women's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Identity issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation (BA), Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Play, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Positive Psychology, Humanistic, Behavior Modification, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Children, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    2828 Kraft Avenue Southeast Suite 269
    Grand Rapids, MI 49512

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