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Tammy Barnum, LMHC

Supporting resilience, growth, and healing
  • Trauma informed care
  • CBT and narrative techniques
  • Relationship and family support

About Tammy Barnum

Tammy Barnum is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 22 years of experience helping people navigate difficult times and build on their strengths. Over the course of her career she has seen firsthand the resilience and growth that arise when individuals receive consistent support, and she has worked in settings that include schools, community programs, and mental health clinics.

She brings a compassionate, encouraging approach that helps clients feel heard and validated as they learn to manage emotions and address the problems that brought them to therapy. Her style integrates trauma-informed and person-centered perspectives with cognitive behavioral and narrative methods so that treatment is grounded in both practical skills and personal story work.

Tammy believes people already possess the capacity to create positive change, and she focuses on offering perspective, encouragement, and tailored guidance to help move that change forward. Her practice emphasizes responsiveness to each person’s unique background and needs while supporting growth, healing, and everyday coping strategies.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Tammy Barnum have?

Tammy Barnum has 22 years of experience as a therapist.

Is Tammy Barnum a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her New York license number is NY LMHC 011544.

In which languages does Tammy Barnum provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Tammy Barnum located?

She is located in New York.

How can I work with Tammy Barnum as my therapist?

A person can work with Tammy Barnum through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Tammy Barnum work with international clients?

Tammy Barnum does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Tammy Barnum cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as the client’s location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

To get started, a person can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can truly help. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One clear benefit is flexibility. Individuals can choose the format that fits their routine and comfort level, connecting with therapists by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This variety often makes it easier to maintain regular care alongside other responsibilities.

Licensed professionals deliver online care, and clients have the option to look for a different therapist if they prefer another fit. For many people, online therapy offers a practical, accessible way to pursue personal growth and manage everyday challenges with professional support.

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