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Tara Barrett, PCLC
I bring deep compassion, patience, and a strong belief in human resilience to my counseling work shaped by my 25 years of experience in special education. Throughout my professional experiences, I built strong therapeutic relationships and supported clients and students through meaningful change. As a gambling addiction counselor, I saw how powerful therapeutic support in recovery can be. In my personal time, I enjoy spending time outdoors, reading, baking, traveling, and attending concerts.
Who I work with
Adults: Whether you are a parent, a senior, or someone with disabilities, I am here to help you through life’s difficulties. I enjoy supporting parents of those with disabilities as they navigate advocacy and support for their child. My background also gives me a strong understanding of learning differences, neurodiversity, and the unique challenges individuals and families may experience.
My Philosophy
I believe in the power of connection, honesty, and taking one step at a time. My clinical approach is warm, collaborative, and integrative. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based practices, and trauma-informed care to help clients understand their thoughts, regulate emotions, and process difficult experiences. In addition, my special education training and experience helps me to bring a unique lens to those with disabilities or who identify as neurodivergent.
“The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.”
-Marcus Aurelius
Where I Trained
I received a MS in Psychology, with clinical training in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling from Walden University and a M. Ed. Special Education from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. I held a CPGC-I and LADC-I (NV), serving as an addiction’s counselor for The Salvation Army and in group practice.
