Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
How Tanya works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Illinois
- Years in practice
- 8
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Tanya
Tanya Dunlap is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people navigate intense emotions like anger, grief, anxiety, and depression. She draws on eight years of practice to support people through trauma, abuse, and the hard work of rebuilding after painful experiences. She focuses on the emotional aftermath of trauma and on how shame, guilt, and isolation can keep people stuck.
Tanya talks with clients about forgiveness when it matters to their healing, and she helps people develop more self-compassion and self-love.
Background and approach
In sessions she listens for how past wounds are shaping present behavior and feelings. Tanya helps people name patterns, try new ways of responding, and practice skills that ease overwhelming reactions. The work is practical and paced to each person’s needs.
She aims to create a respectful space that honors each person's identity and life story. Tanya centers clients' values when setting goals and deciding what to work on together. Her style is direct but warm, offering honest feedback alongside support.
People who come for help with anger learn ways to notice triggers and choose different responses. Those dealing with grief, trauma, or long-standing shame can expect steady guidance toward rebuilding self-worth. The focus is on small, sustainable changes that make daily life feel safer and more manageable.
What Tanya works with
Everything Tanya lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Tanya's practice.
How therapeutic methods translate to online work
Many therapists use evidence-based approaches that focus on skills and processing difficult memories. One common approach involves teaching practical coping and emotion-regulation skills to manage intense feelings like anger or anxiety. This helps people recognize triggers and practice different responses in everyday situations.Another approach centers on processing past trauma and its ongoing impact. It involves gradually talking through distressing memories, building tolerance for strong emotions, and replacing self-blame with self-compassion. This work can reduce the hold that past events have on daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to identify which methods match your goals, needs, and preferences. Together you'll try techniques and adjust the plan based on what helps most.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Many people appreciate online therapy because it can fit into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and make it easier to attend regular sessions. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when needed or sessions without video for lower bandwidth or less on-camera time. Ask about the specific session formats offered when you start the matching questionnaire.
Questions people ask about Tanya
What kinds of concerns can Tanya address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, trauma and abuse. Additional focuses include forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation or loneliness, post-traumatic stress, and self-love.
What is her general therapy style?
Tanya uses practical, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people notice patterns and try new responses. Sessions tend to be straightforward and supportive, with an emphasis on skills and self-compassion.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience working with people who face anxiety, depression, trauma, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW, licensed in Illinois, and practices from that state.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and what is the cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates depend on where you are located and the terms at booking.
What steps do I take to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.