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Tamela Stull-Drugan

Tamela Stull-Drugan, LMHC, LPC

Therapist in Florida

Compassionate counselor for life transitions

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22 years of experience listed

LMHC, LPC professional credentials

English languages

  • Focus on self esteem
  • Practical goal setting
  • Recovery and coping

About Tamela

Tamela Stull-Drugan is a licensed mental health counselor with over 22 years of experience in substance abuse and mental health care. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction recovery, depression, and self esteem concerns. She also supports those dealing with relationship strain, grief, parenting challenges, and the impact of trauma and abuse.

Her approach is straightforward and respectful. Conversations are tailored to each person's situation, and plans are shaped around practical goals. She focuses on helping people find ways to make changes that fit their life and values.

Tamela uses tools from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused approaches. That mix helps with habit changes, mood management, coping with life transitions, and improving communication. Sessions emphasize what the client needs right now rather than a one-size-fits-all program.

She aims to treat people with dignity and to support them as they rebuild toward a more balanced life. Expect clear, down-to-earth conversation and steps you can try between meetings. The therapist’s experience in substance abuse work informs how she supports long-term recovery and sober living.

If you want to begin, the process starts with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling. Tamela works in Florida and conducts sessions in English. Confirm current session options before booking so you know how you'll meet and schedule care.

How specific approaches shape online work

Client-centered work emphasizes the person in the room and follows the client's priorities. The therapist listens closely and adapts conversation to what feels most important, which helps when addressing self esteem, relationship concerns, or stress. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical skills to change them, useful for anxiety, mood issues, and coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Tamela will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit best based on goals, needs, and preferences. That choice may shift as progress is made or new challenges appear, and adjustments are made together during regular check-ins.

Confirm the session formats offered before booking so you know how meetings will happen. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also lets people keep momentum between appointments by using skills and exercises discussed in sessions. Ask about current scheduling options and how to set up appointments that match your routine.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Commitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersSelf-loveWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

22+ years

Credentials

Florida, Arizona

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Tamela address?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, self esteem, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting strain, anger, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is direct and respectful, focusing on practical steps and tailored conversation. She works with each person to build a plan that fits their situation and goals.

What sort of experience does she bring?

She brings over 22 years of professional experience in substance abuse and mental health settings, including work supporting sober living and recovery.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds LMHC and LPC credentials and practices in Florida under those credentials.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What is the process to begin?

Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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