Tara Wojtkunski

Compassionate counselor for life transitions

LPC Georgia

Experience: 12 years in practice
Focus areas: LGBT, Relationship, Bipolar
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Tara

Tara Wojtkunski is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia who brings 12 years of clinical experience to her practice.

Background and approach

She works with people facing a range of concerns including LGBT-related issues, relationship challenges, bipolar disorder, anxiety and depression, stress, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, career struggles, and coping with life transitions.

Her practice also addresses specialized topics such as gender dysphoria, guilt and shame, HIV/AIDS, intellectual disability, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress, self-harm, self-love, visual impairment, women's issues, and workplace concerns. Her style centers on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings openly.

She draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) alongside approaches like acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), client-centered work, and existential therapy to tailor interventions to each person’s needs. Tara emphasizes collaboration and practical skills while attending to meaning, values, and emotional regulation.

Clients looking to begin can expect a supportive clinician who values courage in taking the first step toward change. She practices in Georgia and conducts sessions in English, offering multiple formats to fit different schedules and preferences.

How therapeutic approaches guide online care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills to shift behaviors and emotional responses; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and learning to accept difficult internal experiences while committing to meaningful action, which can be useful for coping with life changes and persistent distress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skill-building in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness to help manage intense emotions and reduce harmful coping behaviors.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to explore goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, combining techniques from these models as needed rather than relying on a single method. This collaborative stance allows adjustments over time based on progress and changing needs.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy lives and varied locations within Georgia. These options let clients access licensed professionals in a format that matches their comfort and schedule, while still focusing on practical skills, emotional insight, and steps toward personal goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Tara commonly help with?

She supports people with LGBT-related matters, relationship problems, bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, career issues, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is collaborative and nonjudgmental, focusing on creating an open space for clients to explore feelings while using practical tools to address symptoms and patterns.

What is her professional background?

She has 12 years of clinical experience working with a variety of mental health concerns and has developed skills using several evidence-informed approaches.

What credentials and location should I know about?

She is an LPC licensed in Georgia with licence number GA LPC LPC009865 and practices out of that state.

Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are conducted in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available for online work?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

LGBTRelationship issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Self esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Additional focus areas

Gender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSIntellectual disabilityPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stress Self-harmSelf-loveVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Georgia

Languages

English