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Tina Owen, LICSW, LCSW

Trauma-focused, affirming clinical social worker
  • Trauma and grief
  • Neurodivergent affirming
  • LGBTQIA+ ally

About Tina Owen

Tina Owen, LICSW, LCSW, is a clinical social worker licensed in both Louisiana and Rhode Island who brings a collaborative and affirming approach to therapy. She holds a Master of Social Work (MSSW) earned in 2017 from the University of Louisville's Kent School of Social Work and a BA in psychology, and she has seven years of clinical experience working in behavioral health. The credentials LICSW and LCSW indicate advanced clinical social work licensure and the ability to provide independent clinical services.

Tina's style is relaxed and warm, often incorporating humor, comfort, and affirmation to help clients feel understood. Her primary clinical focus is trauma processing, with experience supporting people coping with PTSD, complex PTSD, and childhood interpersonal trauma and abuse. She also provides grief support, including assistance with pet loss, and enjoys working with adults navigating ADHD and autism.

Her practice is neurodivergent-affirming and child-free-affirming, and she identifies as an ally to BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities. Tina emphasizes individualized care, working alongside each person to choose therapeutic strategies and set meaningful goals. She aims to create a supportive space where thoughts and feelings are heard and valued, and where clients can pursue the changes they want to see in their lives.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeHoardingIsolation / lonelinessPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Tina Owen have?

Tina Owen has 7 years of experience.

Is Tina Owen a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds these credentials: LICSW, LCSW. License details: RI LICSW ISW04512, LA LCSW 16406.

In which languages does Tina Owen provide therapy?

English

Where is Tina Owen located?

Louisiana

How can I work with Tina Owen as my therapist?

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

Does Tina Owen work with international clients?

Yes, Tina Owen works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Tina Owen 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a 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

Two of Tina Owen's commonly used approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, stress, and depression and to build practical coping skills. DBT emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Motivational Interviewing is also part of her toolkit, offering a collaborative, nonjudgmental way to explore readiness for change and to strengthen motivation when making life adjustments. Tina works with clients to determine which methods fit their situation, combining approaches as needed to match individual goals and preferences in a collaborative process.

Online therapy with Tina is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from varied locations, reduce the need for travel, and allow clients to choose the communication style that best supports their progress.

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