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Tarin Bickford

LISW, LCSW

Tarin Bickford , LISW, LCSW

Therapist in Oregon

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About Tarin

Tarin Bickford is a seasoned clinical social worker with 30 years of experience supporting children and adults through a wide range of life-altering challenges. She has worked with people coping with trauma, addiction, intimate partner violence, PTSD, child abuse and other significant mental health concerns, bringing steadiness and practical skills to difficult situations.

Her practice integrates multiple therapeutic modalities, with a primary focus on cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and solution-focused techniques. This multi-faceted approach allows her to tailor interventions to each person's needs, drawing on evidence-informed strategies to address symptoms, patterns, and immediate goals.

Tarin emphasizes a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on mutual respect, trust, and kindness. She encourages clients to view the therapeutic process as a series of opportunities to open doors and try new ways of living, working with them to identify strengths and develop skills that support meaningful change. Tarin holds the credentials LISW and LCSW - licenses indicating advanced training and authorization to practice clinical social work - and brings compassionate professionalism to each session.

She invites those who are ready to take a step toward a better future to consider therapy as a way to reclaim enjoyment, clarify priorities, and become the best version of themselves.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and develop actions that align with their values while learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical strategies for reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and improving problem-solving skills.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindful awareness, which can help with intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the work itself. Tarin collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds so therapy feels relevant and effective.

Online therapy using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to fit care into a busy life and to access licensed professionals from different locations. These options offer flexibility in scheduling, more ways to stay connected between sessions, and the ability to continue care when in-person meetings are difficult to arrange.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Tarin Bickford have?

Tarin Bickford has 30 years of experience as a clinical social worker.

Is Tarin Bickford a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LISW and LCSW, which are licenses for clinical social work. Her license details are IA LISW 008088 and OR LCSW L13422.

In which languages does Tarin Bickford provide therapy?

Tarin provides therapy in English.

Where is Tarin Bickford located?

Tarin is located in Oregon.

How can I work with Tarin Bickford as my therapist?

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

Does Tarin Bickford work with international clients?

Yes, Tarin works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Tarin Bickford 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 that helps 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Body imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityGender dysphoriaHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

Iowa, Oregon, Washington

Languages

English

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