Tara Schoeller, LCSW, CSW
Practical, collaborative therapy with lived experience
Details
| Name | Tara Schoeller |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW, CSW |
| Based in | Georgia |
| Licensed in | Georgia |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 25 |
About Tara
Tara Schoeller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience supporting people through change. She holds a Master of Social Work from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Social Work from the College of St. Catherine's.
Tara practices from Georgia and works in a direct, down-to-earth way that aims to make conversations feel manageable. Her style is collaborative and strengths-focused. She listens first, then helps people set clear goals and build practical steps toward them.
Background and approach
Sessions are meant to be nonjudgmental and grounded in everyday language so parents and busy adults can use what they learn right away. Tara draws on Narrative ideas to help people reframe stories they tell about themselves. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help with thoughts, behaviors, and values-based choices.
Attachment-based perspectives guide work on relationship patterns and connection. Common concerns she addresses include stress, anxiety, depression, parenting strain, relationship and family problems, grief, ADHD, addictions, and career questions. She also focuses on issues like caregiver stress, body image, codependency, and life purpose.
Tara blends listening with practical tools such as skill-building, values clarification, and gentle behavioral change. Her approach is adaptable, aiming to match techniques to each person’s situation. The goal is steady progress through clear steps and ongoing collaboration.
People who want straightforward guidance and concrete strategies tend to fit well with her way of working. She is available for sessions in English and accepts international clients as part of an online practice.
What this therapist works with
Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts among the things Tara works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- ADHD
- Addictions
- Grief
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Divorce and separation
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Listed by Tara among the ways she works.
- Attachment-Based Therapy: Listed by Tara among the ways she works.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Tara among the ways she works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Tara among the ways she works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Tara among the ways she works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Tara among the ways she works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Tara directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Tara directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
Approaches that guide online sessions
Tara uses Narrative-informed work to help people rewrite unhelpful stories about themselves, looking for alternative meanings and strengths that change how daily life feels. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, then take steps that align with what matters to them. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at relationship patterns and focuses on building more stable connection and clearer communication.Choosing the right approach is part of therapy. Tara treats the first few sessions as collaborative exploration to see what fits a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors methods over time and checks in about what is helping and what might be changed.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls work well for deeper conversations and exercises that use tone and body language. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or visual focus is limited. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, coaching-style support, or when someone wants to write through feelings. These options make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or travel while keeping therapy consistent and practical.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of problems does Tara help with?
Tara works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, parenting and family issues, grief, ADHD, addictions, career questions, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative, down-to-earth, and strengths-focused. She listens first, then helps clients set practical goals and build skills to reach them.
What is her professional background?
She has 25 years of experience across schools, clinics, and independent practice and holds a Master of Social Work from Columbia University.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Georgia and also holds CSW credentials.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
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