Office in Fircrest, WA
Autism & ADHD screening with individualized, strength based therapy
Services for Children, Adolescents & Adults
Mental Health Assessments
Mental Health Assessments which guide recommendations are completed through extensive interview and incorporating multiple sources of information. I have experience assessing and treating depression, bipolar, anxiety, panic disorder, social phobia, substance abuse, and adjustment disorders.
ADHD, Developmental Screening and Autism Spectrum Disorders
I provide diagnosis and therapy for adults and children with Bipolar, Depression and Anxiety and provide mental health assessments for ADHD. I also make recommendations for therapy, educational accommodations and medication referrals.
I conduct developmental screenings for Autism, Asperger's and PDD-nos, or Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) for ages 4 and older; results from a mental health assessment and ASD screening help substantiate the presence of ASD symptoms, which can lead to referral for comprehensive Autism assessment.
Individualized Therapy
In therapy, I am warm, empathetic and empowering. Therapeutic goals are developed collaboratively using cognitive, behavioral and solution-focused therapies; interventions are creative and tailored to the individual’s unique strengths and abilities.
Services for Children, Adolescents & Adults
Family Involvement in Child Therapy
I work with parents and children as a team. For children, adolescents, and adult children living at home, diagnosed with ADHD, autism, and other conditions, therapeutic goals are developed collaboratively; each intervention strategy takes into account the strengths and abilities of the family and the child, to promote their successful implementation in the home.
Education Advocacy and School Consultation
I believe all individuals, regardless of disabilities or limitations, have the capacity to learn and grow. I advocate for children with learning and behavioral problems, including recommending and collaborating on individualized accommodations to promote learning. For nearly two decades, I have consulted with school personnel in 7 school districts in the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
Medication Referral
For 15 years, I have worked in collaboration with physicians, psychiatrists, and psychiatric nurses providing medication management. If medication evaluation may be needed, I can provide referrals, and will do all I can to collaborate with medication providers during therapy.
Mothers of Children with Autism: Resilience as a Protective Factor against Maternal Depression
Publication of PhD Dissertation by Dr. Tamara Taylor, dedicated to her Son. Free to All!
CONTACT INFORMATION:
In Person Appointments Available During Covid-19
Many children, adolescents and adults are unable to receive the mental health services they need through virtual therapy, and are often eligible for face to face services. Therefore, in person therapy may be available, but must be done so in accordance with state and national safety guidelines.
New Patient Services
You may contact Dr. Taylor by email to further discuss reasons for seeking therapy. Or, to make an appointment for you or your child, please email admin@tamarataylorphd.com. You will be provided access to a confidential portal link which includes intake paperwork, confidentiality agreements, and allows for submitting insurance information. Once this information is received, you will be contacted to set an appointment..
Payment Methods
Dr. Taylor is a preferred provider for Regence, Kaiser PPO and First Choice. Out of network for Premera is accepted, & other out of network insurance may be accepted. Sliding scale fees are available. Payment by credit, debit,, cash and check are accepted. Please email admin@tamarataylorphd.com for questions regarding insurance eligibility.