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Tara Fulton-Butzlaff

Tara Fulton-Butzlaff

Therapist · Mississippi

Steady support for stress and life change

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship concerns
  • Money and finances

About Tara

Tara Fulton-Butzlaff is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Mississippi who helps people cope with stress and anxiety. She supports people facing relationship troubles, low self-esteem, life transitions, and challenges with motivation. Her work also covers grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, anger, and workplace concerns. Tara lists money and financial issues among her focus areas as well.

She creates an open space where clients can talk about thoughts and feelings without judgment. Sessions focus on practical steps and honest conversation rather than jargon. Tara encourages small, concrete changes that can reduce day-to-day distress and improve confidence.

Her approach is collaborative. She listens first, then helps people set clear goals and makes a plan that fits their life. The emphasis is on what feels doable and meaningful for each person.

With 16 years of experience, Tara draws on varied work with people facing different problems. She aims to be steady and straightforward in the room. Many clients come for help with commitment questions, family of origin issues, guilt and shame, jealousy, and intimacy-related concerns.

People who meet with her can expect direct conversation about patterns that cause pain and practical strategies to change them. She also supports those dealing with prejudice and discrimination, seasonal mood shifts, compassion fatigue, and issues common to young adults. Sessions are offered in English in Mississippi.

Approaches that guide online work and fit your goals

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often include problem-focused methods that teach concrete coping skills and talk-based approaches that examine relationship patterns. Problem-focused techniques help people learn tools to manage anxiety, mood shifts, and daily stress. Talk-based approaches help identify repeated patterns in relationships and work on ways to change them for healthier interactions.

Choosing the right approach happens together. The therapist will listen to your concerns and priorities, then suggest techniques that match your goals and comfort level. This is a collaborative process that can change over time as progress is made and goals evolve.

Confirm current session options before booking since session formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. It can also let people choose a session style that matches their energy levels - for example a less visual phone check-in when bandwidth or focus is limited. Licensed professionals can help pick an approach and a session rhythm that fits everyday life.

Areas of focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesAddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigue
Commitment issuesFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityJealousyMoney and financial issuesPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Tara address?

Tara works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem concerns, life changes, addictions, grief, trauma, anger, career and workplace problems, and money and financial issues among other areas.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She uses a straightforward, collaborative style that focuses on open conversation and practical steps. Sessions aim to set achievable goals and build skills that fit day-to-day life.

What is her background and experience?

She has 16 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns and life stages, helping people navigate relationship patterns, grief, trauma, and workplace stress.

Where is she licensed and based?

She is licensed in Mississippi and practices there as a licensed clinical social worker with the MS LCSW credential.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does pricing and payment work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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