Tamra Priestley

Tamra Priestley is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) based in Utah who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship struggles. She names practical growth and stronger relationships as core goals. Her tone is straightforward and focused on real change. Tamra combines counseling and life coaching to teach skills people can use between sessions. She often gives short homework assignments so progress continues outside the room. She writes from lived experience, having navigated anxiety, depression, single parenting, adoption, divorce, and family caregiving. Her work includes helping people recover from trauma and abuse and rebuild confidence and motivation. She notes that trauma can touch every part of life until it is addressed, and she supports clients in untangling those effects. She also supports people managing addictions, grief, and major life transitions. Tamra’s background includes work in three private practices and services for employees of a company, including first responders and law enforcement and their families. She has also worked with older adults facing end-of-life concerns. Her experience spans about eight years in clinical settings and related roles. In sessions she blends client-centered care with practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and she also draws on Emotionally-Focused and Existential ideas when helpful. Her approach aims to make skills usable, clear, and part of daily life. To begin, she asks people to identify goals and then builds a plan that fits their situation and pace.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

Client-centered therapy focuses on the individual's goals and perspective. It emphasizes listening, empathy, and working at the client's pace to build trust and clarity. This approach can help with relationship struggles, self-esteem, and finding direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and coping with life changes because it breaks problems into manageable steps and specific exercises. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. People who feel overwhelmed by strong emotions often find the skills helpful for daily life and relationships. Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will help decide which methods fit a person's needs, goals, and preferences and will adjust the plan over time. Clients take an active role in choosing what feels most useful. Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats are not specified in the biography. Ask about the available options when you start the process. Online therapy can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a busy day, and let people use tools and worksheets between sessions to track progress.