She has been very supportive of me and my journey. Has great advice and I feel like I’ve opened up more to her than I have to any other counselor over the years.
Tamela Polanin, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Tamela is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Tamela. View 4 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Tamela is very approachable and intuitive. Her insight into relationships is impressive. Her advice has been very helpful. She also recommends great articles and books for further exploration.
More about Tamela
- 18 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
Hello, Thank you for taking the first step in better living. Our mental health is very important. My name is Tamela, I would love to be your therapist. I look forward to working with you. Just a little about me to help break the ice, I am a mom of 3 boys, one is grown and moved out the other 2 are 12 and 13. I am married to my second husband now for 14 years. We live in the country and raise registered pygmy goats. I have worked in mental health for 17 years.
We all want to live our best life. I know trauma on a personal level and treating trauma has become my passion. I use a client centered approach where you are the master of your own life; I am merely here to walk beside you as a guide. My hope is to empower you to work through your trauma and life’s challenges. I provide trauma-focused, client-centered therapy to all ages and all backgrounds. I am well versed in EMDR, TF-CBT, and Reproductive loss Counseling. I believe that trauma is a journey and not one person’s journey will be the same as the next. You are not alone. I will traverse this journey beside you.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Addictions
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and Foster Care
Attachment issues
Blended Family Issues
Body image
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent Personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic Violence
Family Problems
Fatherhood Issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions
Compulsions
and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality Disorders
Postpartum Depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Process addiction (porn
exercise
gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-Harm
Self-love
Sex Addiction
Sexual Assault and Abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Tamela Polanin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982255592.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180.012372 · Expires March 2025
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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Tamela Polanin
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She has been very supportive of me and my journey. Has great advice and I feel like I’ve opened up more to her than I have to any other counselor over the years.
Tamela is very approachable and intuitive. Her insight into relationships is impressive. Her advice has been very helpful. She also recommends great articles and books for further exploration.
Very intentional and attentive
It is easy talking to her and I value her insight. I did not have that same experience with a previous therapist
Frequently asked questions
Does Tamela Polanin offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Tamela Polanin 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 Tamela Polanin speak?
Tamela Polanin speaks English.
How many years of experience does Tamela Polanin have?
Tamela Polanin has 18 years of experience.
Where is Tamela Polanin licensed to practice?
Tamela Polanin is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Tamela Polanin accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Tamela Polanin accepts 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 Tamela Polanin offer?
Tamela Polanin offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Tamela Polanin?
Tamela Polanin 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 Tamela Polanin?
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