Tara Hiller, LMHC

Therapist in Washington

Compassionate counselor for stronger self-esteem

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18 years of experience listed

LMHC professional credentials

English languages

Client-centered approach
Practical coping skills
Mindfulness practices

About Tara

Tara Hiller is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington who focuses on helping people build stronger self-esteem and cope with stress and anxiety. She brings 18 years of counseling experience to sessions and aims to make therapy feel straightforward and useful. Tara tries to create a calm space where people can talk through what’s getting in the way of change and take small steps forward.

Her style centers on a client-centered approach that values the person’s own goals and pace. She also uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of responding. Dialectical behavior therapy skills and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas are available when they fit a person’s needs.

Tara’s background includes work in both independent and public settings, which shaped a practical skill set for a range of concerns. Over nearly two decades she has supported people with relationships, grief, mood struggles, trauma and identity questions, among other issues. She mentions experience with LGBT concerns, gender dysphoria, adoption and foster care topics, and multicultural issues.

Sessions are offered in English and her license is WA LMHC. Her practice serves people located in Washington. Costs vary by location and therapist availability, and therapy uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

To start, a person selects the continue button on this profile, completes a short matching questionnaire, and schedules according to therapist availability. Prospective clients are encouraged to confirm current session options before booking.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Tara draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people clarify what matters to them and take committed steps even when feelings are hard. ACT is often useful for people stuck in avoidance or when values-based choices feel unclear.

She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which means sessions focus on listening, respect, and following the person’s own goals. That approach is helpful when someone needs a steady, supportive space to sort things out.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Tara will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and suggest techniques that fit. This is a collaborative process and plans can change as therapy progresses.

Please confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not specify formats. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Some people prefer video for face-to-face interaction while others choose audio for less screen time; ask about available options when you schedule.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseSelf esteem Depression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGrief Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issues Codependency Communication problemsDomestic violenceFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Life purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Credentials

Washington

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Tara commonly address?

Tara works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, self esteem, depression, addictions, trauma, relationship and family concerns, grief, eating and sleeping problems, and ADHD.

How would you describe her therapy style?

She uses a client-centered approach that focuses on the person’s goals. She blends CBT, mindfulness, DBT skills, and ACT ideas to help people try new ways of thinking and coping.

What experience does she bring?

She has 18 years of counseling experience and has worked in both independent and public settings, which contributed to a practical, adaptable skill set.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, listed as WA LMHC, and practices in Washington.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How much do sessions cost?

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

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

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