Business Details
19 Years
experience
Compassionate Trauma Therapy for Women in Berkeley
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience helping women recover from trauma, anxiety, and distress while addressing relational challenges. My practice integrates psychospiritual approaches, neuroscience, and mindfulness-based therapies to reduce suffering and build resilience. I hold a Master's Degree in Integral Counseling Psychology and am certified in hypnotherapy, shamanism, and energy healing. My work is informed by extensive study of Buddhist psychology, ecopsychology, and neurobiologically-informed trauma treatment. I specialize in helping clients navigate internalized oppression, complex PTSD, and disorganized attachment through a social justice lens. As CEO and co-founder of Inner Science Institute, I provide continuing education for mental health professionals focused on therapeutic presence and self-awareness.My approach combines psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness practices, and somatic inquiry to help clients develop deeper self-compassion and relational awareness. I maintain a warm, grounded presence while guiding clients through challenging emotional terrain. My practice incorporates spiritual counseling elements from diverse traditions while maintaining professional rigor. I operate with a commitment to social justice, recognizing the impact of familial, societal, and religious conditioning on mental health. Clients benefit from weekly sessions that create sustained therapeutic momentum through consistent, compassionate engagement.
Services
Trauma Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Ecopsychology Counseling
Spiritual Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience in trauma recovery and women's mental health
- Our integrative approach combines neuroscience with spiritual counseling frameworks
- Specialized training in neurobiologically-informed trauma treatment and ecopsychology
- We maintain a social justice lens addressing systemic oppression in mental health
- Our CEO co-founded Inner Science Institute for professional development in therapy
Associations and certifications
- California Board of Behavioral Sciences (#53456)
Services
Trauma Therapy
Specialized treatment for trauma and PTSD using neurobiologically-informed approaches. Combines mindfulness practices with somatic inquiry to process traumatic experiences. Helps clients develop resilience and self-compassion while addressing complex emotional patterns.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Integrates Buddhist psychology principles with Western therapeutic techniques. Focuses on moment-to-moment awareness to transform habitual thought patterns. Teaches clients to observe mental states with compassionate attention while developing emotional regulation skills.
Ecopsychology Counseling
Explores the connection between human well-being and environmental relationships. Uses earth-centered perspectives to address emotional distress. Helps clients develop sustainable self-care practices through reconnecting with natural cycles and universal energies.
Spiritual Counseling
Integrates diverse spiritual traditions with psychological healing. Addresses existential concerns and inner transformation through contemplative practices. Guides clients in exploring personal spirituality while maintaining therapeutic boundaries and professional ethics.
Anxiety Treatment
Comprehensive approach to anxiety management combining psychodynamic therapy with mindfulness techniques. Addresses root causes of anxiety while teaching practical coping strategies. Focuses on developing self-awareness and reducing physiological symptoms through mind-body integration.
People
Tamara Thebert, MFT
Licensed Psychotherapist & CEO
MFT with 15+ years experience specializing in trauma recovery for women. Holds Master's in Integral Counseling Psychology and certifications in multiple therapeutic modalities. Founder of Inner Science Institute for mental health professional training.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, ecopsychology, and neurobiologically-informed trauma treatment tailored to each client's needs.
Do you offer sliding scale fees?
Yes, lower fee consultations start at $120/session for emerging professionals with financial need.
How often do sessions occur?
Weekly sessions are recommended for optimal therapeutic progress due to the nature of trauma recovery work.
What populations do you specialize in?
I specialize in working with women, particularly those navigating trauma, anxiety, complex PTSD, and internalized oppression.
Do you provide continuing education for therapists?
Yes, through Inner Science Institute, I offer professional development programs focused on therapeutic presence and mindfulness practices.
How do you incorporate spirituality into therapy?
I integrate spiritual counseling elements from diverse traditions while maintaining professional boundaries and respecting each client's personal beliefs.
