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Takiya Tarlton, LCMHC, LPC

Virginia counselor for relationships and self esteem
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Family and parenting
  • Relationships and communication

About Takiya Tarlton

Takiya Tarlton is a licensed counselor who brings a strengths-based focus to work with individuals and families. With 14 years of experience in school and community settings, she concentrates on helping people recognize and use the inner resources they already possess to build more satisfying lives. Takiya holds the credentials LCMHC - Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - and LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - and has practiced across multiple states while maintaining a base in Virginia.

Her approach centers on guiding clients through self-discovery so they can present a clearer, more confident version of themselves in relationships and daily life. She emphasizes practical self-care and clear, assertive communication as tools that allow people to feel valued, connected, and accepted. Takiya works with stress and anxiety, relationship and family concerns, parenting and blended family issues, and challenges related to life purpose, self-esteem, and major life transitions.

Known for a compassionate, goal-oriented style, she supports clients in identifying meaningful changes and developing skills to express needs effectively. Her practice aims to help each person create routines and relational patterns that reflect their priorities and strengths.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsFirst responder issuesLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Takiya Tarlton have?

Takiya Tarlton has 14 years of experience working in school and community settings.

Is Takiya Tarlton a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LCMHC and LPC. Her license details include NC LCMHC 10231 and VA LPC 0701007535.

In which languages does Takiya Tarlton provide therapy?

Takiya provides therapy in English.

Where is Takiya Tarlton located?

She is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Takiya Tarlton as my therapist?

You can work with Takiya through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Takiya Tarlton work with international clients?

Yes, Takiya Tarlton works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Takiya Tarlton cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Takiya Tarlton



Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters to them and take committed action toward those values while learning to make space for difficult thoughts and feelings. It is useful for stress, life transitions, and when someone wants to build a purposeful life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and changing behaviors that maintain distress; it is often effective for anxiety, low mood, and improving day-to-day coping skills. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and effective communication, which can be particularly helpful in navigating intense emotions and relationship conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Takiya collaborates with each person to match methods to their specific needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy stays relevant and practical.

Offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, online work with Takiya makes therapy more flexible and accessible for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or geographic constraints. These options allow licensed professionals to support clients in ways that fit daily life while focusing on meaningful change.

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