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Tanisha Ellis

(She/Her)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Accepts

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar (Optum), Oxford (Optum), and United Healthcare (Optum)

Specializes in

Bipolar Disorder, Identity Issues, LGBTQIA+, and Women's Issues

Great to meet you!

If they've shenanned once, they'll likely shenanigan again! My role is to guide you in setting healthy boundaries and making sure your well-being comes first. Every person’s journey is unique, and I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can freely explore life’s challenges and uncover the strength you already carry within you. My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and supported every step of the way.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I am a queer, Black therapist who specializes in providing care to the LQBTQIA population and those who identify as neurodivergent. My approach is direct but warm with an emphasis on trauma-informed care and a client centered approach.

What you can expect from our first session

My goal as a therapist is to break the stigma of discussing mental health in Black and Brown communities. I am passionate about helping you feel accepted and heard. The first step was looking up therapists in your area, while the second was reading my profile. Take the final step and reach out for your free consultation.


Tanisha's style is

Open-minded
Direct
Affirming

Insurance carriers Tanisha accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Oscar
Oxford
United Healthcare

More about Tanisha

MSW (Master of Social Work) at Walden University
License type: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Texas)
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Black or African descent
Languages: English
Works with: Children, Adolescents, and Adults
More specialties: Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family Issues, Cultural & Ethnic Issues, Relationship Issues, Trauma, PTSD, and Transgender Issues
Modalities: Play, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Psychodynamic, Trauma Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)