Tara Jenkins, LCSW (she/her)
Psychotherapist

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I became a psychotherapist because all people have problems. I understand what it is like to be in your own private world of thoughts and emotions (often painful ones), and never feeling truly seen or understood by anyone else around you. Accompanying a client for an hour a week allows me the opportunity to create hope, while offering the chance for them to be seen and guided towards their desired outcome. It’s truly a privilege.

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I pride myself on being an affirming, open-minded and compassionate therapist who applies a person-centered and strength-based perspective when supporting clients to be an advocate for their wellbeing. I prioritize treating each client individually as they journey through their process of healing and reaching their authentic self. You do not have to be defined by your past or be at the mercy of unwanted thoughts and feelings.

Through an integrated approach, my expertise, training, and passion will allow me to support you with a multitude of presenting concerns ranging from, but not limited to life issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues and/or addiction. Collaboratively, we will create a treatment plan that addresses your desired areas of growth/change and work together as you develop the insight and skills to live a rewarding life.

I work from a cognitive therapy background addressing the multiple perspectives that we often interpret from the world around us. My role as a psychotherapist can mean many things: a guide, a listening ear, or simply helping you figure out a problem in your life. I will walk with you in this journey until you feel confident and acquired the skills to live a healthier and happier version of yourself. I provide supportive, nonjudgmental space for you to be heard, a safe place where you will begin to trust and to feel comfortable sharing your experiences, emotions, beliefs, and concerns.

“The best way to not feel hopeless is to get up and do something. Don’t wait for good things to happen to you. If you go out and make some good things happen, you will fill the world with hope, you will fill yourself with hope.” — Barack Obama

Education & Credentials: 

Master of Social Work, Widener University

Bachelor of Human Services, minor in Psychology, Chestnut Hill College 

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, PA  #CW024456

Treatment Areas: Child, Adolescent and Adult Therapy​, and Co-occuring/ Recovery Therapy

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Accepted Plans: Medicaid, Quest Behavioral Health & United