Tanya Edwards, LICSW, LCSW, CSW

Tanya Edwards is a licensed clinical social worker who uses client-centered care to help people facing major life shifts. She brings 15 years of experience to support those dealing with grief, depression, low self-esteem, and caregiving stress. Tanya frames work around each person's goals and strengths.

She favors practical, goal-focused methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy, combined with mindfulness and motivational interviewing tools. Sessions aim to clarify problems, test new ways of responding, and build skills for everyday moments. Tanya describes therapy as a partnership where she walks alongside, not ahead.

Aging and geriatric issues, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and caregiver strain are part of her additional focus areas. She also addresses family of origin issues, relationship concerns, and life purpose questions that often emerge during midlife or major transitions. Tanya pays attention to multicultural concerns and prejudice when they affect emotional health.

Tanya uses a strengths-oriented stance. She works with people to identify what already helps and to expand those resources. That can mean shifting thoughts and behaviors, practicing mindful presence, or strengthening emotional bonds.

Clients can expect clear, down-to-earth language and collaborative planning. Tanya encourages people to set realistic steps and to notice small changes. The emphasis is on useful, manageable shifts rather than on jargon or abstract concepts.

Approach-focused online care with practical tools

Client-Centered Therapy means sessions focus on the person's experience and goals, with the therapist listening closely and reflecting to help the person clarify what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and testing small changes to improve mood and coping. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people notice and name emotions so they can respond to relationships and inner needs more effectively.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit best based on goals, comfort, and what has helped in the past. That plan can change as progress is made and new issues come up.

Practical benefits of online therapy include making sessions easier to fit into a busy week and reducing travel time. Online work can support focused skill practice, mindfulness exercises, and regular check-ins that help with grief, caregiving stress, and life transitions. Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions will be scheduled and delivered.