Tara Wallace, MS, LMHC, Smithfield, RI

About Tara Wallace

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Women's Mental Health Issues

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Tara Wallace

Tara Wallace, LMHC, is dedicated to helping adults in Rhode Island navigate lifes challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and resilience. She offers individual therapy for clients aged 18 through 64, supporting those who are managing anxiety, depression, trauma, and ADHD. Tara provides a warm, grounded presence in therapy, creating a nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to explore difficult emotions, shift unhelpful patterns, and reconnect with their personal strengths. Tara specializes in helping individuals process grief and trauma, particularly those with a history of PTSD or unresolved emotional wounds. She understands how deeply these experiences can affect daily functioning and overall well-being. With a compassionate approach informed by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques, she helps clients build skills to manage symptoms while working toward healing and post-traumatic growth. Her work is also deeply informed by her focus on womens issues, including the unique challenges women face related to identity, relationships, and life transitions. In addition to her core specialties, Tara offers care tailored to the needs of first responders, honoring the impact of high-stress environments on mental health. Her work supports both men and women in learning to cope more effectively with emotional distress, burnout, and life stressors. Her inclusive, person-centered approach fosters meaningful connection and real progress for her clients. Outside of her clinical work, Tara enjoys playing recreational kickball with her closest friends, gardening everything from flowers to vegetables, and cooking and grilling with her partner. She also cherishes time spent with their beloved pets.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Office location

Tara Wallace, MS, LMHC also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health - Rhode Island

900 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Rhode Island

NPI number

1164295598

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Tara Wallace?

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Is Tara Wallace accepting new patients?

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What practice does Tara Wallace work with?

Tara Wallace works with LifeStance Health - Rhode Island.

Where is Tara Wallace's office located?

Tara Wallace has 2 office locations in Smithfield, view full addresses on Tara Wallace's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Tara Wallace?

Tara Wallace frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Tara Wallace on their profile.