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Tara Columbus

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Accepts

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

Specializes in

Anxiety, Depression, Stress, and Trauma

Great to meet you!

Welcome! I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 13 years of experience providing individual, family, and group therapy. I am trained in treating trauma, depression, and anxiety. I also, have several years of experience working with families, children, and adolescents navigating behavioral concerns and overcoming life obstacles.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I am a warm, patient, and compassionate therapist who will journey alongside you to help you achieve your goals. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depression and trauma. I am well versed in providing parenting support and working with children and adolescents through difficult times.

What you can expect from our first session

I provide an environment that encourages growth and aim for my client's to achieve their goals. You will be equipped with tools and feel more confident in your ability to manage life's stressors. Additionally, you will learn about yourself and gain an understanding of what is important to you.


Tara's style is

Warm
Empowering
Open-minded

Insurance carriers Tara accepts

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

More about Tara

MS (Master of Science) at canisius college
License type: LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Languages: English
Works with: Children, Adolescents, and Adults
More specialties: Family Issues, Grief, Loss, and PTSD
Modalities: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Processing (CPT), and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)