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Tamara Stevens

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Tamara L. Stevens, MA, LPA, HSP-PA is a Licensed Psychological Associate with a Master’s degree in clinical psychology. She has served children and adults for over twenty years, specializing in ADHD, autism, learning disorders, and psychological testing. She owns a private psychology practice and enjoys freelance writing about mental health.
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Published on: 08 Aug 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
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Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

A Glossary of Therapy Terms

Published on: 08 Aug 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byTamara Stevens
  • Aug 08, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
If you’re not familiar with therapy, the various terms of its vocabulary can be confusing, which means they…
autism-awareness-mental-health-caregivers
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Published on: 31 Mar 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
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Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW

Is Autism Spectrum Disorder a Mental Illness?

Published on: 31 Mar 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
  • Written byTamara Stevens
  • Mar 31, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has, thanks to the hard work of advocates, become much more well known in…
suicide-awareness
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Published on: 08 Feb 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
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Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

Suicide Prevention: A Therapist’s Guide to Talking About Suicide

Published on: 08 Feb 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • Written byTamara Stevens
  • Feb 08, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
Content Warning: This article discusses suicide but we believe difficult conversations around how best to discuss mental health…
sleep disorders
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Published on: 10 Jan 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD
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Clinically Reviewed by Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD

How Therapists Handle Their Own Sleep Issues

Published on: 10 Jan 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD
  • Written byTamara Stevens
  • Jan 10, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD
A poor night’s sleep affects us all occasionally, and therapists are not immune. We, too, experience sleepless nights…
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Published on: 19 Dec 2019
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How Therapists Deal With Their Own Stress Over the Holidays

Published on: 19 Dec 2019
  • Written byTamara Stevens
  • Dec 19, 2019
Holidays put pressure on everyone, but therapists face unique challenges this time of year. Not only are they…
not ready for therapy
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Published on: 25 Nov 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD
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Clinically Reviewed by Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD

The Importance of Therapy, Even If You’re Not Ready

Published on: 25 Nov 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD
  • Written byTamara Stevens
  • Nov 25, 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD
Updated on 3/2/21 Starting therapy can be a daunting task, especially if you don’t feel ready. When life…
parenting, what therapists wish they could say
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Published on: 06 Nov 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
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Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

What Therapists Wish They Could Say to Parents

Published on: 06 Nov 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • Written byTamara Stevens
  • Nov 06, 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
People usually wonder what their therapist is really thinking. This is especially true for parents, who already feel…
classroom learning disability stress
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Published on: 17 Oct 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
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Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

4 Ways to Overcome the Stress of Learning Disabilities

Published on: 17 Oct 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • Written byTamara Stevens
  • Oct 17, 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
If you have a learning disability, school can be a tremendous source of stress. A learning disability, not…
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Published on: 07 Oct 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
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Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

Mental Illness Awareness Week: The Benefits of a Mental Health Checkup

Published on: 07 Oct 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • Written byTamara Stevens
  • Oct 07, 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
https://www.talkspace.com/online-therapy/October 10th is the World Health Organization’s World Mental Health Day and all week long is recognized as…
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Published on: 04 Sep 2019
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Is There A Link Between Trauma and Addiction?

Published on: 04 Sep 2019
  • Written byTamara Stevens
  • Sep 04, 2019
Addiction is a complex process with numerous variables at play, but trauma may be one of the most…

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