Tammy Adams, LCSW
Compassionate, interactive therapy grounded in real-world experience
- Warm nonjudgmental support
- Flexible evidence informed methods
- Collaborative goal focused care
About Tammy Adams
Tammy Adams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Kentucky who has spent the past 17 years working in community mental health after three years with the Cabinet for Families and Children. She earned her Master’s degree at the University of Louisville in 2010 and her Bachelor’s degree at the University of Kentucky in 2005. Across her career, she has supported people in a range of settings, including inpatient care, outpatient services, and jail environments, which has given her broad experience with many different life circumstances and levels of need.
Tammy has worked with individuals, couples, families, teens, veterans, people experiencing homelessness, and medically complex patients. She helps with concerns such as anxiety and depression, substance use disorder, relationship and marital stress, grief and loss, family conflict, PTSD, and anger management, among others. Her style is understanding, empathetic, and interactive, with a focus on validating emotions and maintaining a non-judgmental stance.
In sessions, Tammy draws from multiple therapy models, including cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, family systems, and solution-focused approaches. She aims to meet clients where they are and encourages them to have an active voice in shaping the direction of therapy. She recognizes that life can feel overwhelming and isolating, and she works alongside clients to help them find practical ways forward.
Tammy has worked with individuals, couples, families, teens, veterans, people experiencing homelessness, and medically complex patients. She helps with concerns such as anxiety and depression, substance use disorder, relationship and marital stress, grief and loss, family conflict, PTSD, and anger management, among others. Her style is understanding, empathetic, and interactive, with a focus on validating emotions and maintaining a non-judgmental stance.
In sessions, Tammy draws from multiple therapy models, including cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, family systems, and solution-focused approaches. She aims to meet clients where they are and encourages them to have an active voice in shaping the direction of therapy. She recognizes that life can feel overwhelming and isolating, and she works alongside clients to help them find practical ways forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsHospice and end-of-life counselingLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tammy Adams have?
Tammy Adams has 17 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Tammy Adams a licensed therapist?
Yes. Tammy Adams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Kentucky (KY LCSW 252735).
In which languages does Tammy Adams provide therapy?
Tammy Adams provides therapy in English.
Where is Tammy Adams located?
Tammy Adams is located in Kentucky.
How can I work with Tammy Adams as my therapist?
You can work with Tammy Adams through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing you to choose the format that fits your needs and schedule.
Does Tammy Adams work with international clients?
No. Tammy Adams does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tammy Adams 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 to help 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.
Supportive Online Therapy with Practical, Evidence-Based Tools
Tammy Adams integrates several approaches to help clients make sense of what they are experiencing and build workable next steps. Client-Centered Therapy creates space for clients to feel heard and understood, with an emphasis on empathy, validation, and moving at a pace that fits the client’s readiness and comfort.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another. It can be especially useful for concerns like stress, anxiety, low mood, and everyday coping by helping clients notice patterns and practice new responses. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and tolerating distress without getting pulled off course.
Finding the right fit is part of the process. Tammy collaborates with clients to clarify goals, explore preferences, and adjust strategies over time so therapy feels relevant and supportive rather than one-size-fits-all.
Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect. Sessions can take place through video calls or phone, and clients can use live chat or text-based messaging when that format is more convenient. This variety can make it easier to stay consistent with care and fit support into real life.