Tamra Samuels, LPC, MI | Psychotherapist

About Tamra Samuels

Focus areas

Anxiety

Therapy

Depression

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Trauma Focused

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Tamra Samuels

Tamra Samuels is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works primarily with adolescents, adults, and couples and has been working in the field of therapy for several years in both academic and clinical pursuits. She holds a master’s degree in Counseling Education from Wayne State University. She has previously worked with a nonprofit agency whose reputation spans over 100yrs. It is through this experience that she gained a greater appreciation for the needs of children, adolescents and families and has devoted much of her time to the treatment of trauma and family therapy. She has extensive, Christian-based therapy practice in the community. Additionally, Ms. Samuels has a wide variety of experience in different clinical settings including university counseling centers, community mental health, as well as homebased mental health care. She also has experience working with patients who present with a wide array of concerns including anxiety and depression, general stress, family issues. Ms. Samuels has expert-level knowledge in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and focuses on approaches to help patients identify areas of their lives that are not functioning optimally and devising a step-by-step plan with detailed strategies to help improve the overall quality of life. In addition to CBT, Ms. Samuels has experience in other forms of therapy including DBT (Dialectic Behavioral Therapy), MRT (Moral Recognition Therapy) , TF-CBT *informed (for trauma), behavioral therapy, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness strategies, and strengths-based approaches. She uses many of these techniques in her work with patients. Ms. Samuels believes that building a strong connection with patients, with a focus on collaboration and self-determination, is a must and really enjoys helping patients to give them tools to be successful in the future.

Is this doctor in your insurance network?

Enter your insurance carrier and plan

choose insurance

In-network insurances

Aetna

BlueCross BlueShield

Cigna

UnitedHealthcare

UnitedHealthcare Oxford

200+ more in-network plans

More information on payments and coverage

After scheduling your appointment through Zocdoc, you will receive a follow-up email from Tava with instructions to complete the necessary registration in our patient portal, including insurance and payment details. Placing a credit card on file is required to process insurance billing and any applicable deductible-related charges. Please complete your registration within 24 hours to ensure a smooth check-in and avoid delays in accessing care. If registration is not completed in time, we may not be able to verify your insurance coverage, which could result in unexpected out-of-pocket costs for your visit. Per our office policies, a fee may be charged for missed appointments or late cancellations.

Popular visit reasons

Anger Management

Anxiety

Depression

Family Issues

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress

Therapy

Anger Management

Anxiety

Depression

Family Issues

Education and background

Practice names

Tava Health 2

Education and training

Wayne State University, Master's in Art Therapy

NPI number

1699223156

Patient reviews

Help Tamra Samuels, LPC build an online reputation by being the first to leave a review after having an appointment.

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Tamra Samuels?

Generally, Tamra Samuels has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Tamra Samuels's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Tamra Samuels accepting new patients?

Tamra Samuels generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Tamra Samuels's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Tamra Samuels accept my insurance?

Choose your insurance plan to verify if Tamra Samuels is in-network.

Can I make an appointment with Tamra Samuels online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Tamra Samuels using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Tamra Samuels work with?

Tamra Samuels works with Tava Health 2.

What are common reasons for patients to see Tamra Samuels?

Tamra Samuels frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Tamra Samuels on their profile.