About Tara
Tara Wickelgren is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) who helps people through hard times. She supports people dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and relationship problems. Tara focuses on building self-esteem, improving communication, and nurturing self-compassion.
Tara draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions. She aims to provide a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk at their own pace. The work is practical and grounded in everyday life, with attention to small changes that add up over time.
How Tara works
Many sessions focus on skills for reducing anxiety and managing stress. Tara also helps people process past hurt and work toward forgiveness when they are ready. She pays close attention to patterns in relationships and communication so clients can make clearer choices.
Tara has six years of clinical experience in Minnesota. Her LICSW credential shows a background in social work and clinical practice. She uses that experience to tailor support to each person’s needs and goals.
Clients who meet with Tara can expect straightforward conversation and concrete steps between sessions. She emphasizes being heard and respected while helping people move toward better balance and connection. To begin, readers are invited to follow the site’s process for matching and scheduling.
What Tara works with
The areas below are the ones Tara selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
Also listed
Training and background
| Register | LICSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 6 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Minnesota |
Memberships and registers are shown as supplied; they are not licences, and this directory does not verify them.
Online support options
How evidence-based approaches translate to online care
Tara uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide her work, focusing on practical skills and clear goals. Cognitive and behavioral methods often emphasize identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression. Techniques for trauma-related concerns focus on creating safety, processing difficult memories at a tolerable pace, and building coping skills for triggers.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Tara collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. She tailors the plan as therapy progresses so people try techniques that fit their life and priorities.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people appreciate being able to continue work between appointments and practice new skills where they live. Licensed professionals can use these approaches effectively when they are adapted to the person and the situation.
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A practical next step
Write down two things you would want to be different in six months. That is the most useful thing to bring to a first session, whoever it is with. If you would rather start now than keep reading, online sessions are the quickest route.
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