- CBT
- ACT
- Attachment work
About Tanya
Tanya Underwood is an Arizona licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 16 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship troubles, and trauma. Tanya also supports people dealing with addiction, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions.
She uses straightforward talk and practical strategies in sessions. Tanya draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. She also uses acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) techniques when people want to clarify values and make steady changes.
Attachment-focused ideas appear in her work for relationship and intimacy issues. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills are used when emotion regulation and distress tolerance are needed. Tanya describes her style as client-centered, which means conversations start from the person in front of her rather than a fixed script.
People contacting her can expect focused, problem-solving conversations about the issues that brought them in. She will negotiate goals and practical steps together with each person. That includes attention to blended family issues such as merging routines, loyalty conflicts, and co-parenting tensions.
Tanya asks people to use the site's matching questionnaire to begin. The intake process leads to scheduling a first session and discussing how therapy will fit into everyday life.
How her approaches translate to online work
Tanya commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people notice thought patterns and test small behavior changes. CBT is practical and often focuses on specific problems like anxiety, low mood, or sleep issues and teaches concrete skills to try between sessions.She also uses acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help people clarify personal values and commit to actions that match those values. ACT is useful for coping with difficult feelings while still moving toward meaningful goals. Attachment-based ideas inform work on relationship patterns, helping people see how early bonds affect current reactions and connections.
Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. Tanya will work with each person to choose approaches that fit their goals, preferences, and the problems they bring. She reviews progress and adjusts techniques as needed so sessions stay practical and goal-focused.
Session formats should be confirmed before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Ask about how sessions are scheduled and what format will work best for you. Online work can make therapy easier to fit into day-to-day life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins, and making it simpler to attend between obligations.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship problems, trauma, grief, and other listed concerns including blended family issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her sessions are practical and client-centered, using talk and skills-based work to address thoughts, emotions, and behavior.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 16 years of professional experience as an LMFT in Arizona.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an Arizona LMFT and practices from Arizona.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.