- Client-Centered Therapy
- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
About Tarsha
Tarsha Washington is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina with eight years as a practicing therapist and many more years in social services roles. She works with adults on issues such as anger, family concerns, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and stress. She also supports people dealing with parenting pressures, relationship strain, career stress, grief, and life changes.
Her style is client-centered. She encourages self-determination and speaks plainly about problems. Sessions focus on identifying barriers that disrupt life at home, work, school, or in the community. She listens for what matters to each person and helps them weigh options and next steps.
Tarsha combines practical tools with a focus on respectful interaction. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. She uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotional regulation and Motivational Interviewing to strengthen personal motivation for change.
Her social work training influences how she approaches relationships and communication problems. She pays attention to strengths as well as struggles and avoids judgment when people talk about control issues, guilt, shame, or impulsivity. She also addresses isolation, forgiveness, self-love, and questions about life purpose.
People who meet with her can expect straightforward conversation and concrete steps. She aims to understand what is making daily life harder and to work with each person on practical ways to manage anger, improve communication, or reduce recurring patterns that cause distress.
Therapeutic approaches used and how online sessions work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening to each person's perspective and supporting their right to make decisions. It helps people clarify what they want, talk through feelings, and choose next steps that feel manageable.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises to test unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors, which can help with anger, anxiety, and mood problems.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for regulating intense emotions and handling interpersonal stress. It includes concrete techniques for reducing impulsivity and improving communication under pressure.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and immediate needs and then try methods that fit. That collaborative process helps decide which skills to prioritize and how sessions will proceed.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals often use these benefits to help people practice new skills in their daily routine.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people with anger, family issues, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, stress, grief, parenting and career concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is client-centered and straightforward. She encourages self-determination and works through practical steps with each person.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience providing therapy services and additional years of work in social services roles.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina.
In what language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What should I know about session formats and cost?
Session formats are not specified here; confirm current session options before booking. Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.