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Our world-class team is made up of licensed professionals, experienced caregivers, and behavioral health experts who are passionate about making a difference. With a foundation in compassion, professionalism, and expertise, our team works tirelessly to provide exceptional care tailored to the unique needs of each resident.
Individuals have a right to reach their full potential across various dimensions of wellness.
Every individual has the ability to grow, learn, and achieve. We help our individuals grow towards confidence and independence.
We foster a culture of inclusivity and compassion - At Living In Balance, every individual is heard, valued, and supported.
Each Individual is unique, so is their path to success. Our customized care plans focus on the specific needs, strengths, and goals of each individual.
Meaningful opportunities help encourage learning, social engagement, and personal development. Vocational development and skill-building are at the center of what we do.
Education:
M.A. in Human Services Counseling - Health and Wellness, Liberty University
B.S. in Health and Wellness, Virginia State University
Qualified Mental Health Professional – Adult Professional
Experience:
Tamara brings over a decade of expertise in counseling and case management, working with both adults and adolescents across residential, educational, and community environments. She excels in supporting individuals with dual diagnoses and intellectual/developmental disabilities (ID/DD).
Career Highlights:
Tamara excels at managing caseloads of 20-45 individuals, where she conducts thorough psychosocial assessments and crafts effective recovery plans. Her individual and group counseling sessions are both impactful and transformative. Tamara's commitment extends to performing bi-annual home, vocational, and educational site visits, ensuring comprehensive care. She diligently updates treatment plans quarterly and annually, always keeping her clients' progress at the forefront. As a dedicated Mental Health Court Liaison, Tamara bridges the gap between the legal system and mental health support, making a significant difference in her clients' lives.
"Helping one person might not change the world, but it could change the world for one person."
Timere is a licensed professional counseling resident and certified prescreener specializing in areas of Counselor Education, Outpatient Therapy, In-Home intervention, Assertive Community Treatment, and Crisis & Emergency Services. With 17 years of experience, she is avid about providing compassionate and evidence-based mental health care and wrap around services. Most recent career path has allowed her to serve the “differently abled” (ID/DD) population, and she finds this to be the highlight and most rewarding of all of her professional experience and overall career.
Timere holds undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Sociology, both obtained from Virginia Tech, c/o 2006. She attended graduate school at Virginia Commonwealth University obtaining a master’s degree in Counselor Education c/o 2010. She utilizes an eclectic treatment and support approach, drawing from various therapeutic modalities such as Existential, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral psychotherapies. Her clinical style allows her to tailor treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each client with the aims of improved self-awareness, gained insight, reignited determination, and informed choice.
Timere believes that mental health is an integral part of overall well-being. In all of her practices, especially the residential setting, she strives to create a safe, collaborative, and supportive environment where clients can explore their challenges, develop coping mechanisms, and achieve their goals.
For the privacy and safety of our individuals, we do not publicly share the exact address of our care facility. However, Living in Balance Residential Homes is located in a safe neighborhoods across central Virginia, offering a secure and welcoming environment for our residents to thrive.
Our home is situated in a well-maintained community that provides both comfort and convenience, ensuring that individuals have access to essential services, recreational opportunities, and social activities.
To learn more or schedule a private tour, please contact us here. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing how Living in Balance provides a supportive and enriching home for those we serve.
