Tammy Russell

Tammy Russell is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida. She has 14 years of experience and focuses on helping people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, low self-esteem, and motivation struggles. Tammy aims to meet clients where they are and support steps toward a more satisfying life.

She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Sessions are adapted to what the individual needs, so conversation and goals can change as work progresses. Tammy describes the first step toward change as an act of courage and offers steady support through that process.

Tammy uses practical, evidence-informed approaches. She draws on Client-Centered methods to follow what matters most to the client, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. Motivational Interviewing helps when people feel stuck or unsure about change.

Her focus covers a range of life challenges, including grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, compassion fatigue, career stress, and coping with life changes. She also helps people dealing with mood disorders, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, and issues tied to family of origin.

Tammy frames therapy as a collaborative effort. She works with each person to set clear goals and practical steps. Over time the plan is revised to reflect progress and new priorities.

How Tammy’s approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's priorities and uses open, nonjudgmental listening to guide sessions. Online work with this approach focuses on following what matters most to the person and shaping sessions around their immediate concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is about identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. In an online setting CBT can include structured conversations, homework exercises, and real-time problem solving to reduce anxiety or manage mood symptoms.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) supplies practical skills for managing intense emotions and reducing impulsive reactions. Teaching and practicing DBT skills online can help with distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and improving relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the early work. Tammy will collaborate with clients to decide which methods fit best based on goals, symptoms, and personal preference. She adjusts the plan as progress is made and new needs appear.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow for brief check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Discuss scheduling and session length with the therapist to find what works alongside everyday responsibilities.