Tamara Gilarski , LCSW

Tamara Gilarski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 35 years of professional experience. She focuses her work on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation and self-esteem, and helping people cope with major life changes. Her practice also includes support for clients managing ADHD and a range of related concerns such as adoption and foster care histories, aging and geriatric issues, family of origin dynamics, and fertility or relationship challenges.

Tamara emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental approach that encourages honest sharing of thoughts and feelings. She partners with each person to identify strengths, build practical coping skills, and restore confidence over time. Her background in evidence-based therapeutic techniques informs a thoughtful, tailored approach to treatment that aligns with each individual’s needs and goals.

Recognizing that beginning therapy often requires courage, Tamara honors the step people take when they reach out for help. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she draws on decades of clinical experience to support people through stress, trauma, transitions, and the complexities of everyday life.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Therapy

Tamara uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that address thinking patterns and day-to-day coping. One strand of her work focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with practical strategies to manage symptoms of stress and anxiety. This approach helps people develop clearer thinking and better emotional regulation in everyday situations.

She also applies trauma-informed strategies to help people process difficult experiences at a pace that feels manageable. These methods prioritize safety, pacing, and building skills to reduce the impact of past events on current functioning, which can be especially helpful for those coping with trauma, abuse, or major life disruptions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Tamara works with each person to explore what feels most useful given their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time so care fits the individual rather than the other way around.

Online therapy with Tamara is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules or different life circumstances. These options make it easier to access therapists and licensed professionals from home or while on the go, supporting continuity of care and regular progress.