Tara Smith

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Tara Smith, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Idaho

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in ID More info Licensed Clinical Social Workers, LCSWs, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepting patients

Licensed in ID

Accepts insurance

Hi there, I'm Tara!

Hi, I'm Tara I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Boise, Idaho and have worked with clients across the state via telehealth. I work with adults using a person centered eclectic style and use evidence based techniques. My approach allows for colaboration and understanding between me and the client alowing us to take steps on the path toward better mental health.

My approach

My approach to therapy is a strength based, person centered, ecectic style using evidence based techniques. These techniques include; person centered therapy (PCT), trauma-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems informed (IFS), mindfulness, solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), motivational interviewing (MI) and attachment-based methods.

My focus

I have found my approach is good for adults that are that are dealing with chalenges such as anxiety, stress management, depression, anger, mood disorders, relationship and communication skills, self-exploration, personal growth, grief, life transitions and substance use addiction.

My communication style

My communication style is calm and thoughtful. I strive to create a trusting, comfortalbe environment where your unique experiences are honored and valued and you feel supported.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always loved helping and serving people and I love being a therapist. I do this work becuse I believe everyone has the potential to make changes in their life that can move them toward being healthier, happier and feeling fulfilled.

My goals for you

Goal setting starts by building understanding and trust. I want to get to know your expectations for therapy and then work together to come up with a plan to reach your goals.

My first session with you

In our first session I want to get to know you and start to build a connection. There will be conversation but there is also a lot of information gathering. I will also ask questions about mental health symptoms and how you have been functioning in life. Informaiton gathering helps me get a clear picture of your history and what is curently going on so we can decide how to move forward.

About Tara

Specialities

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
  • Aging
  • Job Stress
  • Older Adult
  • Relapse Prevention

Methods

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
  • Client Centered Therapy
  • Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)
  • Grief Therapy
  • Group Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based
  • Solution Focused
  • Supportive

Practice

License

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) More info Licensed Clinical Social Workers, LCSWs, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepted insurance providers

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA, Carelon, Cigna, and Decent

Languages spoken

  • English

Allyship

  • LGBTQIA+ aligned

Education

  • Master of Social Work (MSW) University of Nevada Reno 2020

Session Information

  • Video session
  • 60 minutes

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  • Video session
  • 55 minutes
  • Covered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA, Carelon, Cigna, and Decent Session cost depends on your insurance, most people pay $5-40 per session after meeting their deductible. There aren't any fees for using Rula.

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