Tahara DeBarrows, LMFT, is a highly skilled and compassionate licensed marriage and family therapist with over seven years of experience specializing in trauma, crisis intervention, and mood disorders. She is the founder and lead clinician at A Journey to Healing Counseling, PLLC, where she provides evidence-based therapy to individuals, couples, and families, with a strong focus on LGBTQ+ affirming care and holistic treatment planning.
Tahara is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Multisystemic Therapy (MST), Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Her expertise extends to supervising fellow therapists, ensuring high standards of ethical practice and professional growth.
Beyond clinical work, Tahara is an established mental health writer and educator, contributing peer-reviewed articles and blog content for Grow Therapy and Choosing Therapy. She has also developed continuing education webinars, including “Balancing Ethics and Accuracy: Proper Use of Clinical Measures.” Her writing is dedicated to making complex psychological concepts accessible, engaging, and practical for both clients and clinicians.
A recognized voice in mental health, Tahara has been featured in media discussions on Black mental health, therapeutic rapport, and crisis intervention. She is passionate about integrating evidence-based interventions with culturally competent care, making her a valuable resource in both clinical and educational settings.
Breakthrough Strategies for Postpartum Depression: A CBT Approach to a Meaningful Recovery
An Interactive Training for Therapists and Mental Health Professionals Less...
Learning Objectives
- Understand Core Principles: Explain the theoretical foundation of CBT and its relevance to postpartum depression.
- Identify Cognitive Distortions: Recognize common cognitive distortions new mothers may experience, such as catastrophizing or personalization.
- Apply CBT Techniques: Practice structured interventions, including thought records, behavioral activation, and problem-solving strategies.
- Develop Maternal-Specific Plans: Create individualized CBT treatment plans tailored to postpartum challenges.
- Address Emotional Overwhelm: Learn strategies to help clients manage feelings of guilt, inadequacy, or disconnection.
- Enhance Cultural Sensitivity: Incorporate cultural considerations into CBT for diverse maternal populations.
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Learning Levels
- Beginner
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Live Interactive Webinar
01:00 PM EDT - 02:00 PM EDT
EARN 1 CE Credit Hours
About the speaker
Tahara DeBarrows, LMFT
Agenda
Welcome & Icebreaker (5 minutes)Introduction to CBT for Postpartum Depression (5 minutes)
Core CBT Techniques (15 minutes)
Application and Treatment Plan Formation (25 minutes)
Cultural Considerations & Wrap-Up (10 minutes)
CE Information - Earn 1 CE Credit Hour including
0 Maternal Mental Health Hour
0 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Hour
CE Approvals
National Board for Certified Counselors
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CE Process Info
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