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Tammie Makely

Tammie Makely, LMFT

Therapist in California

Calm guidance for stress, grief, and depression

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  • 13 years experience
  • LMFT in California
  • English sessions

About Tammie

Tammie Makely is a California licensed marriage and family therapist with 13 years of experience. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and depression. She aims to make starting therapy feel like a manageable step rather than an overwhelming leap. She creates an open space where clients can share thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Conversations are straightforward and focused on what is happening now and what people want to change. She listens closely and helps identify small, practical steps that fit into everyday life. Tammie works with people who are coping with loss and with those navigating hard relationship moments. She also supports people dealing with attachment wounds, abandonment fears, body image concerns, and caregiver stress. Other areas she addresses include communication problems, control issues, and decisions around divorce and separation. Her practice pays attention to how guilt, shame, impulsivity, isolation, money worries, and questions about life purpose affect daily mood and behavior. She helps people notice patterns and try different ways of responding that can reduce distress. Sessions focus on clear goals and real-world changes. Tammie speaks English and practices in California as an LMFT. She recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and aims to meet each person with calm, steady support.

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Therapeutic approaches and online care

Many evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on understanding feelings and changing patterns that cause pain. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and test new ways of thinking and acting to reduce anxiety and low mood. Another approach concentrates on how early attachment and relationship experiences shape current reactions and helps people build different ways of relating and setting boundaries.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with each person to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and how they like to work in sessions. That process can include trying different techniques and checking in about what helps most.

Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, require less travel time, and reduce interruptions from daily demands. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight or for conversations that do not require being on camera. Licensed professionals can adapt tools and exercises to work well in remote sessions, while focusing on practical steps people can use between meetings.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Tammie address?

Tammie provides support for stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. She also works with related problems like attachment, caregiver stress, body image, and mood concerns.

What is her therapy style like?

She keeps conversations direct and practical and focuses on small, doable steps. The aim is to create a nonjudgmental space where feelings and thoughts can be shared openly.

How much experience does she have?

She has 13 years of professional work experience supporting people through emotional and relational challenges.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a licensed marriage and family therapist - LMFT - practicing in California.

Which languages are offered in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients schedule with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does cost and billing work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the signup process.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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