- CBT methods
- EMDR techniques
- Mindfulness practice
About Tamara
Tamara Payne is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Jersey with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are managing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and parenting concerns, addictions, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and questions about life purpose and career direction.
Her style is direct and interactive. She asks targeted questions, points out recurring patterns, and helps people develop practical coping steps. Sessions are conversational but focused on concrete changes a person can try between meetings.
Tamara uses several evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness techniques, and Motivational Interviewing. She explains techniques in plain language and practices approaches that match what a person needs and prefers.
Clients can expect a professional who treats therapy as a collaborative effort. Tamara highlights skills for managing anxiety, tools for handling relationship conflicts, and ways to navigate major life shifts like divorce, fertility struggles, chronic illness, or career change. She also has experience supporting people from the LGBT community and those coping with caregiver stress and aging concerns.
Practical steps for starting include completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session. Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small, value-driven actions. It helps when someone feels directionless after a change in work, relationships, or health by linking choices to what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It emphasizes practical skill building such as changing unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors in real life. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that uses structured processing to reduce the intensity of painful memories and reactions.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will review your situation, goals, and preferences and suggest one or a blend of methods. You can expect to revisit and adjust the approach as you see what works best for your concerns and day-to-day life.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online formats. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. It also allows continuing therapy through major life changes, coping with chronic illness, or managing caregiving responsibilities without requiring an in-person visit.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What types of concerns does she help with?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and parenting concerns, addictions, trauma, ADHD, and life purpose or career questions.
How would she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She uses a direct, interactive style that identifies patterns and suggests practical steps. Work typically combines conversation with exercises to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of clinical experience working with adults on a wide range of emotional and life issues.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Jersey and practices with that credential.
Can non-U.S. residents work with her?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking by using the platform tools, as the biography does not list specific session formats.
How are fees handled?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; specific rates depend on the chosen location.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.