About Tamara Rigsby
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Trauma Focused
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Tamara Rigsby
Tamara understands that much of the hurt and pain people experience is shaped in the relationship with oneself or others, and that healing can also occur through safe, supportive, and attuned connection. For this reason, Tamara places strong emphasis on building a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship over time. She approaches mental wellness from a non-pathologizing lens and views therapy as a meaningful opportunity to deepen self-understanding.
Tamara is passionate about helping people process their lived experience, supporting them in reclaiming their narrative and reconnecting with parts of themselves that may feel burdened or unseen. Her work is grounded in attachment-based theories and draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and strengths-based frameworks. She is also passionate about social justice and recognizes how systems of oppression and social context impact mental wellness. Coming from a large, multicultural family, Tamara brings a deep respect for cultural diversity into her work and strives to create a space where clients feel fully seen and valued in their identities.
Tamara specializes in treatment of OCD, depression, interpersonal relationships, religious trauma, and women’s mental health. She brings a warm, friendly, and inquisitive presence to her work, creating space for thoughtful exploration and collaboration. Tamara is honored to accompany clients on their journey towards healing, growth, and reconnection with themselves.
What should a new client know about working with you?
New clients can expect Tamara to prioritize a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship, recognizing that healing often happens through safe and attuned connection. She takes a non-pathologizing approach to therapy and views the work as an opportunity to deepen self-understanding rather than “fix” what’s wrong. Tamara is especially passionate about helping clients process their lived experiences, reclaim their narratives, and reconnect with parts of themselves that may feel unseen or burdened. Her work is grounded in attachment-based theory and integrates Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, and strengths-based approaches. She brings a strong social justice lens to her work and is mindful of how culture, identity, and systems of oppression shape mental health, striving to create a space where clients feel fully seen and respected.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Tamara’s work begins with getting to know each client’s lived experience and building a safe, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic relationship. Early sessions focus on understanding what brings clients to therapy, their personal history, and the patterns that shape how they relate to themselves and others. From there, Tamara works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and areas of focus, moving at a pace that feels supportive and respectful.
Her approach is attachment-based and non-pathologizing, integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, and strengths-based frameworks to support insight, emotional processing, and meaningful change. Throughout the process, Tamara remains attentive to how identity, culture, and social context influence mental wellness, and she continually adapts the work to meet each client’s unique needs. Therapy is viewed as an ongoing, evolving process that centers curiosity, compassion, and reconnection with oneself.
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Office locations
Tamara Rigsby, LSW also offers online video visits for patients
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Education and background
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Education and training
- University of Illinois Chicago, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1568328649
How soon can I make an appointment with Tamara Rigsby?
Generally, Tamara Rigsby has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Tamara Rigsby's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Tamara Rigsby accepting new patients?
Tamara Rigsby generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Tamara Rigsby's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Tamara Rigsby accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Tamara Rigsby online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Tamara Rigsby using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Tamara Rigsby work with?
Tamara Rigsby works with Emerge Psychology Group.
Where is Tamara Rigsby's office located?
Tamara Rigsby has 3 office locations, including in Chicago and Spillertown, view full addresses on Tamara Rigsby's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Tamara Rigsby?
Tamara Rigsby frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Tamara Rigsby on their profile.
What languages does Tamara Rigsby speak?
Tamara Rigsby speaks English.