Counselor/Contractor

Tara is a New Mexican native who completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a Basics in Addictions Counseling at the University of New Mexico. She practiced as a substance use clinician for two years until she began her pursuit in obtaining a Master’s Degree in Social Work with New Mexico State University. She has been practicing social work for 8 years.

Tara has worked with all ages, with a focus in 0 to 3 in the past. She is a Circle of Security provider and has Child Parent Psychotherapy certification. She has worked with individuals, dyads in various relationship forms, and groups.

Her passion is in trauma sensitive work, supporting clients through a journey of healing by creating their own healthy narrative around their experiences; to support others in being comfortable in their uncomfortable.