Direct, solution focused, person centered therapy to help you feel more grounded, understand what's getting in the way, and move forward with confidence.
All sessions are online. In person appointments are not offered. English & Farsi
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Meet Tara Zandi, LICSW
A thoughtful space to feel seen, supported, and understood.
I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with graduate training in both clinical psychology and clinical social work. My experience across hospitals, schools, foster care, and outpatient settings helps me meet each person with flexibility, curiosity, and care.
My approach is direct, solution focused, person centered, and collaborative. Together, we make room for what you're carrying, understand the patterns beneath it, and focus on practical steps and skills that translate into daily life.
A little more about me
I'm originally from Iran and speak English and Farsi fluently. I also speak some French, though I'm still learning. Having lived in five different states, I know that every place and every season of life can shape us in meaningful ways.
Outside of my work, life is shared with my two cats and filled with the things that keep me curious and connected: yoga, Pilates, dance, movies and plays, drawing and sketching, reading, and traveling somewhere new. I also love to cook and bring friends together around my table.
My professional journey
I've supported children, teens, adults, and families in many different settings, including elementary, middle, and high schools; private and outpatient clinics; hospitals; foster care; and specialty programs.
My work has also included Kennedy Krieger, Johns Hopkins children's inpatient care, and adult outpatient care at UMass Memorial. Each setting has deepened my respect for the many ways people adapt, heal, and grow.
Care for toddlers, children, preteens, teens, adults, couples, and families.
01Anxiety & stress
02Depression
03ADHD & OCD
04Trauma & PTSD
05Parenting
06Behavioral concerns
07Grief & change
08Relationships
How therapy works
Evidence based care, made personal.
There is no single path that fits everyone. I draw from proven approaches and tailor our work to your needs, pace, and goals.
CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and actions, and practice tools that create lasting change.
DBT
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Build practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and communication.
EMDR
Trauma Focused Therapy
Process difficult experiences and reduce the emotional weight they carry in the present.
PCIT
Parent Child Interaction Therapy
Strengthen connection and respond more effectively to emotional and behavioral needs in children ages two through seven.
Specialized training
Focused care informed by advanced therapeutic training.
My training in PCIT and EMDR allows me to offer structured, evidence based support while keeping our work personal and responsive to your needs.
Trained in PCIT
Parent Child Interaction Therapy
I am trained in PCIT, an evidence based treatment designed to strengthen relationships and help caregivers respond effectively to the behavioral and emotional needs of young children.
Trained in EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
I am trained in EMDR, an approach that helps people process distressing experiences and reduce the intensity those experiences carry in the present.
“Change becomes possible when you feel safe enough to be honest and supported enough to try something new.”
Direct and solution focused
Person centered and collaborative
Culturally responsive
Practical tools for everyday life
Space to pause, reflect, and move forward.
Simple, transparent care
Online session details
All therapy sessions are held online. I do not offer in person appointments. Online therapy is available most weekday evenings for clients located in DC, Maryland, Virginia, and California. A free consultation helps us decide if working together feels right.
Plans listed include Aetna, AmeriHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield/CareFirst, Carelon, Cigna/Evernorth, Humana, Medicaid, Optum, Oxford, and UnitedHealthcare. Coverage varies, so please confirm benefits before your first session.
Individual therapy$190per session
Couples therapy$220per session
Reduced fee availability may be offered to eligible clients.
Ready when you are
Let's take the first small step.
Request a free 15 minute consultation through my secure Psychology Today inquiry form, or call if you prefer.
