Tara Thankachan, Masters Graduate Intern
Tara Thankachan, Masters Graduate Intern
Supervised by: Merrik Hetherington, LPC
Pronouns: she/her
Hello, my name is Tara and I am so excited to get to know you! I am a Master’s graduate intern who takes a compassionate, strengths-focused approach to therapy.
Who I Work Best With:
- Adults
- Kids ages 2 – 7
- Teens ages 13-17
- LGBTQ+ Community
Areas of Interest:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Self-esteem issues
- Transitions
- Conflict Resolution
- Family Conflict
- ADHD
Treatment Preferences:
- Person-centered
- Integrative
- Strengths-focused
- CBT/DBT Skills
- Mindfulness
About Me
I have always found fulfillment in supporting and nurturing others, and my therapeutic style reflects that. I believe in compassionately meeting clients where they are at and acting as a facilitator to help guide them forward. A collaborative approach matters deeply to me in therapy; rather than being an authority figure, I want each client to feel empowered to become their own advocates through therapy.
As a woman of color and a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I especially would love to support members of these communities. Cultural competency is also a huge part of my therapeutic approach, as I believe that your identity and how it is being respected in a session can be a huge deciding factor in whether or not you can feel comfortable forging a relationship with a new therapist.
In my downtime, I tend to enjoy playing video games, hiking, reading, and just spending time being present with my friends. Connecting with others is a big part of my life, and I hope that comes through in how I approach my sessions.