Tara Walters, LCSW

Licensed in New Jersey · 23 years in practice

Tara Walters writes directly to people who are carrying the effects of trauma and post-traumatic stress.

License and registration

LCSW, New Jersey: 44SC04758600 · expires August 2026
LCSW, Pennsylvania: CW024255 · expires February 2027
NPI: 1578852844 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 23
Languages: English

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About Tara

Tara Walters writes directly to people who are carrying the effects of trauma and post-traumatic stress. She is a licensed clinical social worker with 23 years of experience and aims to make the first steps toward help feel manageable. Her tone is steady and practical, and she emphasizes respect and nonjudgment in sessions.

She focuses on trauma and abuse and provides trauma-focused therapy for people dealing with post-traumatic stress. In sessions she helps clients identify patterns that keep symptoms active and practices concrete ways to reduce distress.

Background and approach

She aims to give tools that people can use between meetings as well as things to try during sessions. Her background spans over two decades of practice in social work across several states. That experience informs a direct approach - listening first, then working together on an individualized plan.

She describes therapy as a collaborative process where goals are set together and progress is reviewed often. Tara prefers clear, time-oriented work that addresses the memories and reactions that cause ongoing problems. She uses methods from trauma-focused therapy to help people process traumatic experiences and manage intrusive symptoms.

The work is paced to match each person’s needs and comfort level. Sessions are offered to people in New Jersey. She encourages anyone who is thinking about therapy to take the small next step of reaching out and completing a short matching questionnaire to begin.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Tara names

Trauma-Focused Therapy

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Online support

Trauma-focused approaches delivered online

Trauma-Focused Therapy helps people process harmful events and the reactions that follow. It often involves talking through memories and practicing new ways to respond to distressing thoughts and feelings. This approach is aimed at reducing intrusive symptoms and improving day-to-day functioning.

The therapist treats finding the right approach as a team effort. She will talk with each person about their goals, current struggles, and what feels manageable. Together they choose which elements of trauma-focused work to use and adjust the pace as needed.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs. Video works well for in-depth conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions fit people who prefer not to be on camera or have lower bandwidth. Live chat and text messaging are useful for quick check-ins, shorter sessions, or when someone needs a flexible way to stay connected between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day and to keep continuity of care when schedule or location changes occur.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She focuses on trauma and abuse and offers care for people experiencing post-traumatic stress. She also has experience with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, and parenting concerns.

How would you describe the therapy style?

The approach is collaborative and practical. Sessions involve listening, setting goals together, and practicing strategies to reduce distress between appointments.

How long has she been practicing?

She has 23 years of professional experience in social work and clinical practice across multiple states.

What are her credentials and where does she practice?

She holds LCSW credentials and practices with a focus on people located in New Jersey.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

She meets with people using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible options.

How are fees and payments handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on therapist availability.

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