Tamara Walker

Seasoned Clinical Therapist with a robust background in mental health therapy, including crisis management and group facilitation, honed at Brightside Health and other reputable institutions. Expert in CAMS-Care and proficient in electronic charting, I excel in empathic listening and persuasive communication, significantly enhancing patient outcomes and compliance. Caring Behavioral Therapist with 9 years of experience helping clients with social and emotional issues develop techniques to deal with daily challenges. Expert at teaching others to tackle problems constructively through behavior modification. Flexible clinician comfortable administering individual or group therapy sessions. Licensed LISW-CP-S Therapist familiar with client assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing evaluations. Well-versed in effective intervention and assessment techniques. Successful at helping clients unravel physical, mental and emotional layers to identify root causes of problems and develop strong coping skills for diverse scenarios. Proficient in interdisciplinary collaboration with passion for leaving positive impact on patient lives. Empathetic Clinical Supervisor with extensive experience providing crisis intervention, psychological evaluations and psychotherapy services to children, adolescents and adults. Expertise in PTSD, sexual assault and other trauma-related disorders. Understanding and compassionate professional committed to performing all duties in accordance with customary rules of ethics.

• Charona Holt, USAF/EMT, (843) 465-2315
• Delanie Seman, Math Professor, (425) 465-5125
• Wendy BeMiller, Mental Health Director, (440) 840-4530

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Research capabilities, 2 years in American Sign Language, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Empathic listener and persuasive speaker, Experience speaking in public, to groups, or via electronic media, excellent presentation and negotiation skills, Engage with clients utilizing CPST, CBT, DBT, EMDR, MI and Holistic Therapy to assess, coordinate treatment plans and provide treatment to reach desired goals.

Volunteer, Homeless Assistance, 09/03-06/04, Assist the homeless in acquiring temporary housing, Link homeless with mental health services, Assist homeless in employment search and resume building

• Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certification – Medical University of South Carolina or recognized training institutions.
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Certified Therapist (EMDR) - EMDR International Association.
• Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist (CCBT) - National Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists.

• Collaborated with team of four in the development of Office of Diversity and Inclusion.
• Supervised team of twelve staff members.