What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“I just want to say that Dr. Tara is absolutely amazing. She made me feel comfortable and accepted right from the start. She is very easy to talk to, and I feel like she gets me. I often find myself laughing with her during our sessions, which just helps ensure me that she is the right doctor for me. Thank you, Dr. Tara, for doing an incredible job!”
Less than 1 year ago
“I thought Dr Thompson's bio would fit my needs the best. After meeting her the first time, I really felt that she listened to what I had to say and considered my feelings as far as treatment. She was very easy to talk to and I can't wait to continue treatment with her.”
Less than 1 year ago
About Tara Thompson
Focus areas
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Bipolar Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Depression
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Tara Thompson
If my career has taught me one thing, it is that mental health is complex and effective care comes from depth, perspective, and not oversimplifying something that was never simple.
My journey started in psychotherapy after earning degrees from the University of Pittsburgh and Eastern University. I worked as a therapist supporting people through anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Those early years taught me the value of real connection, good listening, and showing up like a human being, not a robot with a clipboard.
Then I realized something, for many people, therapy alone isn’t enough. Some needed care that blended emotional insight and medical expertise, the kind that treats the brain, the body, and the nervous system as one big, interconnected team. So, in true overachiever fashion, I went back to school… again… to become a nurse.
I went to nursing school at Drexel University and worked for many years in cardiology and neurology, an experience that ultimately led me back to psychiatry with better tools. That training and experience made something obvious. Mood is rarely just about neurotransmitters. Heart health, hormones, and stress physiology tend to have a lot to say. Spoiler alert..... the brain does not work alone.
I went on to complete my Master of Science in Nursing and later my Doctor of Nursing Practice at Drexel University, where I perfected both advanced psychiatric care and the art of caffeine-based survival.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Drexel University, Doctor of Nursing Practice
NPI number
1013469162
Patient reviews
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I just want to say that Dr. Tara is absolutely amazing. She made me feel comfortable and accepted right from the start. She is very easy to talk to, and I feel like she gets me. I often find myself laughing with her during our sessions, which just helps ensure me that she is the right doctor for me. Thank you, Dr. Tara, for doing an incredible job!
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I thought Dr Thompson's bio would fit my needs the best. After meeting her the first time, I really felt that she listened to what I had to say and considered my feelings as far as treatment. She was very easy to talk to and I can't wait to continue treatment with her.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Tara Thompson work with?
Tara Thompson works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Tara Thompson?
Tara Thompson frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Tara Thompson on their profile.
What languages does Tara Thompson speak?
Tara Thompson speaks English.