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Tara Doran

Therapist(She/Her/ Hers)
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • LGBTQIA+, Stress management
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a neurodivergent, queer, holistic, person-centered, strength based therapist who sees each individual client for who they are, a complex human in a complex world. I have worked with teens and their families throughout my career and strive to speak to the inner child within my adult clients. I know the importance of being heard and seen and will listen to understand, reflect with insight, as well as share my knowledge of best practice strategies for coping.

My approach to therapy

Post pandemic earth is a tough place to live; especially if you are neurodivergent and apart of the myriad of marginalized groups in today's destructive political climate. My clients have experienced increased anxiety, feelings of hopelessness, stress and anger; around loss, personal responsibilities, connection, and the difficulty taking up space in a chaotic world. I approach therapy as a journey of taking back parts of yourself that have been lost to loss and harm, while discovering emerging new parts. Though our discussions get heavy, I aim to smile and laugh with my clients through it all.

What you can expect from me

Using a multitude of modalities including DBT, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mind/body connection strategies, clients can become more present and connected to themselves, others, and decrease negative symptoms. Our space is an authentic space to process all that you have surmounted, fight what you are still fighting, and learn to celebrate and honor, You, without judgement. My background in Restorative Justice guides my approach to conflict resolution and communication strategies.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Hispanic, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Holistic, Humorous, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Lehman College of the City University of New York, LCSW
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    LGBTQIA+, Stress management
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Attachment Based, Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English