Therapist profile
Tammy Adams, LCSW
Kentucky
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anger and Relationships
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Kentucky / 252735
- NPI1821353137
- Experience17 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationKentucky
About
- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Tammy
Tammy Adams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Kentucky with 17 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship struggles, grief, trauma, anger, and related life challenges. Tammy uses practical conversation and active listening to help people manage immediate problems and make steady changes.
She trained at the University of Louisville for her Master of Social Work and previously completed a bachelors degree at the University of Kentucky. Her background includes work in the Cabinet for Families and Children and long experience in community mental health settings. That work has included inpatient and outpatient care and time supporting people in jails and with medically complex needs.
Tammy combines several therapy methods in straightforward ways. She draws on Client-Centered methods to follow the persons lead. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to notice unhelpful thoughts and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotion regulation. Mindfulness and Emotionally-Focused ideas are used where they fit a person's goals.
Sessions tend to be interactive and practical. Tammy aims to validate feelings without judgment and to teach skills that can be used between sessions. She often focuses on improving communication, managing anger and stress, and addressing patterns that keep problems repeating.
People who choose her typically want clear strategies along with straightforward conversation. If someone wants to explore options, Tammy asks a few questions and then works together to pick approaches that make sense for daily life.
How sessions work
How Tammy Uses Therapy Approaches Online
Tammy commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) when working with anger, stress, and mood concerns. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and trying different responses, which can make daily reactions feel more manageable. DBT offers concrete emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills for strong feelings and relationship tension.She also works from a Client-Centered stance, which means the persons goals and priorities shape the plan. Deciding which methods to use is a collaborative process. The therapist and client check what is working and adjust the approach as goals and needs evolve.
Confirm the exact session options before booking, since formats are not specified in the biography. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when that suits a schedule, and reduce travel time. Tammy will discuss practical details and match the session style to a client's goals, whether the focus is on managing anger, improving communication, or building coping skills.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, anger, grief, trauma, mood concerns and related problems.
What style of therapy does she use?
She uses a mix of Client-Centered methods, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) and mindfulness techniques in an interactive way.
How much experience does she have?
She has 17 years of experience working in community mental health, inpatient and outpatient settings and other clinical environments.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Kentucky and practices from that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session formats before booking, as the therapist's biography does not specify which formats are used.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.