Tomasina Beckford

Ms. Beckford (aka Tina) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years experience. She works with adults, adolescents, children, families and couples. Although Ms,Beckford uses an eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each client, she does specialize in EMDR. She prides herself on providing a warm and compassionate setting where clients can feel comfortable. She respects each individual's strengths and beliefs, drawing from these to help them achieve their goals.

Ms. Beckford is experienced in various cognitive behavioral therapies, including DBT, in addition to Family Systems, Relational, Client Centered, Integrative, Solution Focused, Structural, Emotionally Focused, Psychodynamic and Play Therapy. Areas of expertise include trauma/PTSD, relational Issues, self-esteem/self- actualization/self- fulfillment, personality disorders, mood disorders, OCD, eating disorders, grief/loss, LGBTQIA, ADHD, couples and family therapy.

She offers both short and extended treatment with the focus on having clients develop the skills they need to function independently. Tina believes that change happens when people are given the guidance and support to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live happy, fulfilling lives. She provides an environment of compassion and support to help individuals and families overcome obstacles so that they can move forward and thrive.