Tamara Blau, LCSW, LISW

Tamara Blau is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia and a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio. She draws on ten years of clinical experience to help people facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, and relationship concerns. Her tone is calm and supportive, and she aims to make sessions feel practical and doable for busy lives.

She spent more than 15 years in public social service settings working with adolescents and their families. More recently she has worked in a school setting with middle school students, addressing depression, anxiety, behavior challenges, and the stresses of parenting. That background informs her straightforward, problem-focused style.

Tamara uses a client-centered approach that starts with the person, not a plan. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot patterns of thinking that keep problems going. Mindfulness skills are introduced to help steady emotions and reduce reactivity during difficult moments.

She incorporates solution-focused ideas to set small, achievable goals and uses motivational interviewing when people are weighing change. Sessions combine listening, practical skill-building, and homework when it helps the person move forward.

People who appreciate clear guidance and step-by-step strategies tend to do well with her. She helps parents and caregivers manage stress, supports people coping with grief and trauma, and addresses workplace and communication problems. Tamara works in English and practices in Virginia.

How therapy approaches fit into online care

Client-centered therapy places the person's goals and preferences first. In practice this means the therapist listens closely, follows the client's lead, and adapts sessions to what matters most right now. This approach helps when someone wants a collaborative, respectful space to figure things out.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying different behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and workplace stress because it teaches concrete skills to test and change patterns that cause distress.

Mindfulness therapy adds simple attention and breathing exercises to reduce reactivity and improve mood regulation. These practices can help with anger, emptiness, and coping during big life changes.

Finding the right approach is often a process. The therapist works together with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs. That collaborative planning can change over time as progress is made.

If you are interested in online therapy, confirm the session formats offered before booking. Session options are not listed in the biography, so ask about what is available and which will best fit your schedule. Online care can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time while keeping focus on practical skills and goal setting.