- CBT methods
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused work
About Tara
Tara Best is an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) practicing in Oklahoma with three years of experience. She works with adults on relationship strain, trauma and abuse, parenting stresses, depression, anxiety, grief, and related life changes. Tara lists young adult issues among her focus areas and often supports people dealing with early-adulthood concerns such as identity, work and relationship transitions.
Tara uses practical, action-focused methods in sessions. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thought patterns and small behavior changes. She also uses Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy to help people notice strengths and set clear short-term goals.
In sessions she talks through specific problems and helps people try new ways of responding. That can mean pacing conversations about painful memories, practicing clearer communication, or building step-by-step plans for daily routines and work responsibilities. She also addresses family stressors like blended-family tensions, adoption or foster care issues, and caregiving strain.
Tara has experience helping people affected by post-traumatic stress, domestic violence, and complicated grief. She lists work with intimacy-related issues, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and money and financial stress among her areas of focus. Her approach mixes practical skills with goal-setting to help people manage symptoms and move forward.
People interested in starting a first session choose the online therapy options and complete a short matching questionnaire. That matches them to Tara and allows scheduling of an initial appointment.
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Many online sessions with Tara draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. CBT looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and uses structured exercises to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Motivational Interviewing is another approach she uses to help people clarify what matters to them and to increase their commitment to change. Solution-Focused Therapy appears in her work as well, focusing on small, practical steps that move problems toward manageable outcomes rather than on long discussions of history.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Tara will discuss options with clients and help decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change over time as needs shift.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce the time spent traveling to appointments. It also makes it possible to continue work when schedules, location, or life transitions would otherwise interrupt care.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Oklahoma
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with relationship strain, trauma and abuse, parenting stress, depression, anxiety, grief, and related life changes. She also lists young adult issues among her focus areas.
How would she approach my problems in sessions?
Sessions use practical, goal-oriented methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to address thoughts, behavior, and motivation. The work is focused on concrete steps and short-term goals.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She is an LMFT with three years of professional experience. Her experience includes work with trauma, family stress, and relationship issues.
Where is she based and licensed?
She holds an OK LMFT credential and practices in Oklahoma.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. Confirm time zone considerations when scheduling.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How does payment work and how much does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on your chosen location.
How do I get started with a first appointment?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.
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