- Goal oriented
- Warm and direct
- Practical tools
About Tamika
Tamika Burrough is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oklahoma who helps people handle stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, addiction concerns, and the personal impacts of trauma. She also supports people facing parenting pressures, career transitions, and challenges linked to adoption and foster care. Tamika writes in a direct, encouraging way and invites people to take the first step toward change.
Her approach is open and collaborative. Sessions begin with listening to what matters most and building clear, manageable goals together. She uses straightforward tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and from dialectical behavior therapy to teach emotion regulation and coping skills. Emotionally-focused ideas are used to improve how people connect and communicate when relationships are strained.
Tamika brings 16 years of experience as an LPC in Oklahoma. She draws on motivational interviewing to support readiness for change and solution-focused work to create quick, practical steps clients can try between sessions. Her style is practical and compassionate, with an emphasis on small, doable changes.
People who choose Tamika can expect a calm, nonjudgmental space to talk through hard topics. She encourages active participation, homework when useful, and regular check-ins to track progress. The work is paced to each person’s needs and life situation.
If you’re thinking about therapy after a loss, a major life shift, or difficulties tied to adoption and foster care, Tamika aims to offer steady support and clear strategies to move forward.
How Tamika’s Approaches Translate to Online Work
Tamika uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this approach is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress by turning insights into specific actions. She also draws on dialectical behavior therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness when emotions feel overwhelming. Emotionally-focused ideas are used to improve communication and strengthen emotional connection when relationships are strained.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Tamika works collaboratively with each person to figure out which methods match their goals and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress is made. Clients help set priorities and can try different techniques to see what helps most.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people appreciate online therapy because it can fit into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Online work also lets therapists assign short between-session tasks and review progress in follow-ups, which helps keep momentum between visits.
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Experience
16+ years
Credentials
Oklahoma
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Tamika typically help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, relationship strain, grief, parenting concerns, and related challenges such as self-esteem and career changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is open and collaborative, focusing on listening first, setting clear goals, and using practical skills you can apply between sessions.
What is her professional background?
She has 16 years of experience working with people in counseling roles and holds the LPC credential in Oklahoma.
Where does she practice and what credential does she hold?
She is licensed as an LPC in Oklahoma and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are accepted, so people outside the U.S. can inquire about working together.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.