About Dr. Tara Stark
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Mood Disorders
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
EMDR Therapy
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Groups
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Tara Stark
I’m Tara Stark, a licensed Clinical Psychologist. I genuinely care about my patient's well-being and assure you that you will receive thoughtful and individualized treatment during our time together.
Throughout my career, I have provided a number of specialized therapeutic techniques to those dealing with an array of mental health concerns. My approach focuses on validating your experience, while also challenging you to approach situations differently than you have in the past. I will go above and beyond to help you manage all of the obstacles you are currently facing.
Education/Clinical Background:
I graduated from Argosy University in Orange County, California in 2014 with a Doctorate in Psychology. During my training, I worked in a variety of settings to include an HIV/AIDS clinic, the University of California and an outpatient mental health clinic. I was also employed as a Lead ABA Therapist for children with Autism and other developmental disabilities. I completed my internship at the Federal Correctional Institution in Tallahassee, Florida in 2014.
Following my graduation, I continued my career with the Federal Bureau of Prisons until 2020. I worked at prisons in OK, NY and FL, where I was the Chief Psychologist. I focused my efforts on trauma, substance abuse and group and individual therapy, addressing various mental health concerns.
I relocated to Temple, TX in January 2020 where I worked for the Department of Veteran Affairs in the PTSD clinic. I served as the coordinator of the Dialectical Behavior Therapy program (DBT), treating individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, Bipolar Disorder, depression and anxiety, as well as individuals struggling with relationship issues and regulating their emotions.
In December of 2021, I started with Baylor Scott and White treating children and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, health related issues. adjustment issues, ADHD and Autism.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My main priorities are validating your experience and allowing you to feel safe and comfortable during our time together. Every patient I work with is different, so my approach varies slightly depending on your personality and preferences. I believe in being transparent and genuine with my patients, with the hope that I can lead by example, and that you are willing to do the same. You know yourself best, so your input is important. I am here to help you find the strategies that work best for YOU and will provide you with all available resources in order to increase the likelihood of accomplishing all your goals. We are in this journey together, so I will be with you every step of the way.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I provide both structured and unstructured sessions, which primarily depends on the treatment modality we choose for your sessions. Some treatment approaches are manualized, and others will change from one session to the next. During our first session, we will establish goals, I will give you my recommendations regarding treatment approach, and we will discuss how often we will see each other. These things can always change, and I highly encourage you to express and concerns or ideas you have throughout our time together. Whatever works best for you is the route I will take, and while sometimes it may take a few sessions to figure that out, my goal is to figure it out together.
Dr. Tara Stark is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $325 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $150-225 for 45 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Argosy University (PsyD)
- Federal Correctional Institution (Internship)
NPI number
1811547599
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Tara Stark?
Generally, Dr. Tara Stark has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Stark's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Tara Stark accepting new patients?
Dr. Tara Stark generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Stark's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Tara Stark accept my insurance?
Choose your insurance plan to verify if Dr. Stark is in-network.
Can I make an appointment with Dr. Tara Stark online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Stark using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Dr. Tara Stark work with?
Dr. Tara Stark works with Stark Psychology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Tara Stark?
Dr. Tara Stark frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Tara Stark on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Tara Stark speak?
Dr. Tara Stark speaks English.