Tana Marie Ruud Tennent, LPC

Therapist in Arizona

Helping you build confidence and handle stress

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26 years of experience listed

LPC professional credentials

English languages

Experienced LPC
Focus on self esteem
Practical steps

About Tana

Tana Marie Ruud Tennent is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Arizona with 26 years of experience. She focuses on helping people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self esteem, and depression. Tana approaches the first session as a chance to listen and understand each person’s story before suggesting a path forward.

She works with people facing life changes and those trying to rebuild motivation and confidence. Her style is straightforward and supportive. She helps clients identify strengths they already have and use those strengths to manage challenges.

In sessions she talks through practical steps and small changes that can make daily life easier. She pays attention to how communication patterns affect relationships and day-to-day stress. The goal is steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Tana believes change begins with one brave step, and she aims to make that step feel manageable. She encourages clients to set simple, realistic goals and tracks progress together. Her work is collaborative, with the client guiding what matters most.

People who come to her can expect a calm, listening presence and concrete ideas to build confidence and handle stressful times. If you want help sorting through feelings and finding workable next steps, she offers experienced, down-to-earth support.

Evidence-based approaches and how online work can help

Many therapists use evidence-based techniques that focus on clear skills and new ways of thinking. One common approach focuses on recognizing and changing unhelpful thinking patterns to reduce anxiety and low self esteem. It teaches practical exercises to notice thoughts and try different responses that lead to less distress.

Another helpful approach centers on building everyday habits and small actions to boost motivation and mood. This method breaks larger goals into tiny steps and tracks progress, which can make life changes feel more achievable. Both approaches are useful for stress, depression, and confidence work.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work together with the client to choose techniques that match needs, goals, and personal preferences. Clients and the therapist adjust the plan as progress unfolds so the work stays useful and relevant.

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about available formats when you arrange your first appointment to find what fits your schedule and needs.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Communication problems

Experience

26+ years

Credentials

Arizona

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help people with?

She helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Communication problems are another area she addresses in sessions.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is straightforward and supportive, with an emphasis on listening and working together to set small, practical goals. She focuses on building strengths and slow, steady progress.

How long has she been practicing?

She brings 26 years of professional experience to her work, which shapes a practical, experienced approach to common life challenges.

What credentials and where is she licensed?

She holds the LPC credential, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and is licensed in Arizona.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does payment or cost work?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Begin by selecting the continue button on this profile and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.