Tara is great! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to get some wiring straightened out and make sense of life.
Tara Porphy, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Tara is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.7 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Tara. View 9 reviews
- Great news, Tara is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New Jersey
Recent reviews
Tara is very adaptable to her clients needs. She is open to trying new things so long as it helps her clients. She is really cool and I enjoy having her as my therapist
More about Tara
- 10 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Hi! I'm Tara. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey. I have been working in the mental health industry for ten years. Most of my experience is working with clients in their homes, which often can be a place of comfort. I am used to non-traditional therapy such as meeting clients at home, school, or wherever they are most comfortable. Meeting with clients via teletherapy has been one more method that I have adapted to.
I have experience in a variety of different settings. I also have worked in a residential program for substance abuse and addiction. During my time at the residential program, I led groups and conducted individual/family-based counseling for our residents. I was also responsible for supporting the family members of our residents. I have experience working with motivational interviewing, psychoeducation, and working with individuals in recovery as well as their family members. I believe addiction is a family disease and am comfortable working with all whom are affected.
A majority of my background is working with children, teens, and their families. However, there have been many moments where I work with parents individually or with the family unit as a whole. While some of my specializations including working with children, I am able to work with parents to help better support their children. Together, we can work to create a rewards/consequence based system or other areas that you may be struggling with. My approach is very flexible and adaptable based on the needs of my clients.
Some of my specializations are intellectual/developmental disabilities (including individuals with autism), depression, anxiety, trauma, and self-harm. I also have experience working with substance abuse/addiction/and working with the family unit. However, I am not limited to these areas.
I use an eclectic approach when working with my clients. I use a variety of different approaches including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Sleeping disorders
Depression
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Tara Porphy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740712074.
- LPC · New Jersey · 37PC00597800 · Expires November 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Tara Porphy
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Tara is great! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to get some wiring straightened out and make sense of life.
Tara is very adaptable to her clients needs. She is open to trying new things so long as it helps her clients. She is really cool and I enjoy having her as my therapist
Tara is incredible! She has been so patient, insightful and kind. She makes sure you are comfortable, suggests strategies that will work best for you personally and always checks in to make sure things are going well. She has also been very accomodating in terms of scheduling, and easy to reach out to in between sessions. I would highly recommend her.
My life is already changing because of having Tara I have needed this for at least 3 years
Tara is amazing! We just started working together, but I like her kind, no-nonsense approach. I feel comfortable with her and excited for what we can achieve together. Thank you.
Sometimes you just need help, to talk,about whats going on. Tara REALLY listens, shes so smart and her advice is great. She is amazing at her job, I respect her and look forward to our talks every week.
Tara is very nice and understanding, she responds very quickly and reaches out to check in multiple times a week.
My experience with Tara so far has been phenomenal. She is very responsive and understanding, and I feel we get along very well. I feel she understands me and always offers helpful insight. Just having a counselor like her alone makes things easier, knowing I have someone to turn to that I like and trust. Makes a huge difference! She gives me great goals and worksheets as well to help with the issues I am having, I appreciate her a ton!
I've only had a few sessions with Tara so far but she has been extremely helpful and supportive both of my issues and helping me to organize them in a way to address them.
Frequently asked questions
Does Tara Porphy offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Tara Porphy works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Tara Porphy speak?
Tara Porphy speaks English.
How many years of experience does Tara Porphy have?
Tara Porphy has 10 years of experience.
Where is Tara Porphy licensed to practice?
Tara Porphy is licensed to practice in New Jersey.
Does Tara Porphy accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Tara Porphy does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Tara Porphy offer?
Tara Porphy offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Tara Porphy?
Tara Porphy can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Tara Porphy?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.