- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Client-Centered methods
- CBT techniques
About Tamra
Tamra Priestley is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in Utah with eight years of clinical experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and other life challenges. Tamra combines counseling with life coaching elements to focus on practical skills and relationship patterns.
She uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) alongside client-centered work and cognitive behavioral strategies. Sessions often focus on identifying emotional triggers, naming hard feelings, and changing interaction patterns that keep problems repeating. Tamra emphasizes skill building so clients leave with tools they can use between meetings.
Tamra has worked in multiple private practices and with an organization serving employees, including first responders and law enforcement and their families. She has also supported older adults facing end-of-life concerns. Her background includes personal experience with single parenting, adoption, divorce, and family caregiving, which she says informs her practical approach.
When trauma and abuse are part of someone's history she addresses how those experiences can undermine motivation, self-esteem, and relationships. She uses straightforward exercises and homework to help people practice new ways of coping. The work aims to reduce overwhelm and increase day-to-day functioning.
People who want concrete coaching on relationship skills, emotional regulation, or coping with major life transitions may find her approach useful. She encourages goal-focused conversations and ongoing skill practice to help clients move toward clearer thinking and steadier routines.
How her approaches translate to online work
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people identify and name difficult emotions and understand how those feelings shape relationship patterns. It can be useful when emotions are hard to put into words and when interaction cycles keep repeating.Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what the person says so they can find their own solutions. This approach supports people who want a collaborative, respectful tone and space to make decisions about next steps.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches specific skills to change them. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and habit patterns that cause distress.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She will help figure out what fits best by talking about your goals, preferences, and what you hope to change. That decision is collaborative and can shift as progress is made.
The therapist's original profile does not list which online session formats she offers, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when days are tight, and reduce travel time. Mention any practical needs when you schedule so sessions can be arranged to suit daily life.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, addictions, grief, and many life-change issues listed in her specialties.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style blends Emotionally-Focused Therapy with client-centered care and cognitive behavioral techniques to focus on emotions, interaction patterns, and practical skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Tamra has eight years of clinical experience working in private practices and with an organization serving employees including first responders and law enforcement families.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds the credential LCMHC and practices in Utah as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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