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Dr. Tara Riley

Therapist(she/her)
3 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Anger management
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

You’ve carried the weight for so long—being strong, holding it down, showing up for everyone else. But who holds space for you? I specialize in helping Black women and women of color unlearn the idea that constant strength is the only option. If you’re navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship stress, or just feel like you’ve lost touch with yourself, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

My approach to therapy

Therapy is a sacred space for you to exhale, reflect, and heal. I integrate evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and EMDR with culturally responsive, faith-affirming care. Whether you’re looking to process past trauma, set boundaries, explore identity, or step into your softness, I’m here to support.

What you can expect from me

I show up as my full self and I invite you to do the same. Our work together won’t be about fixing you. It’s about remembering that you were whole all along. Together, we’ll peel back the layers of survival and make space for softness, clarity, and peace. Feel free to contact me and we can talk more about how your journey continues next.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Simmons College, Other at Simmons College
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical) (Maryland), LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (District Of Columbia), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Virginia), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) Out-of-State Telehealth (Florida)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Anger management
  • More specialties
    Stress management, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English