Therapist

Although each human experience and journey is unique, they are closely intertwined with others. Most struggles that a person seeks therapeutic services for are not isolated to them, one situation, or issue. I seek a holistic and eclectic approach that allows for individualized care that can have a greater impact on providing hope and change. I believe each client has the ability and power to take ownership of their treatment. I have helped individuals and families all over the country find healing and peace on their journey.

Chris Tarver, LCSW, MA-Psych

Adults ~ Young Adults ~ Adolescents ~ Families ~ Couples

Insurance: Regence - BCBS Utah, Blue Cross Blue Shield, PEHP, Select Health, Tricare, & Medicare Part-B

Reimbursement through superbill for all others

Through my training and various experiences, I have found many innovative ways to treat: 

  • Mental and Behavioral

  • Depression

  • Anxiety

  • Grief

  • School Behavior

  • Addiction Struggles

  • Failure to launch

  • Family Strife

  • Parenting

  • Communication

  • Divorce

I am thoroughly trained in and employ several modalities of evidence-based treatment: 

  • Solution-focused therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

  • Mindfulness

  • Cognitive behavioral skills

  • Motivational interviewing

  • Family and relationship systems theory

  • Recovery Dynamics

  • Brainspotting

I have also presented at numerous national conferences on father-son relationships (Sam the Son of Superman, the kid with no powers), individual resiliency and grit, and therapeutic alliances in treating adolescents and their families.

Brainspoting Level II

Recovery Dynamics

Certificates

Master of Social Work - Louisiana State University

Master of Psychology - Southeastern Louisiana University

Bachelor of Art - Louisiana State University

Education

2012 - Present

  • Private Practice - SPHEAR Counseling, Chris Tarver, LCSW

  • Executive Director - WinGate Therapy

  • Primary Therapist - Aspiro & WinGate Therapy

  • Clinical Director - St. James Behavioral Hospital

  • Hospital Social Worker - Our Lady of the Lake

  • Addiction Therapist - Woodlake Residential and IOP

Experience

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Utah - 10147961-3501

Arizona - LCSW - 22133

Louisiana - 11817

Credentials