
Tamiya Dortch
LCSW-A
Mental Health Therapist
Anxiety | Depression | Trauma | Self-Esteem | Stress | CBT | DBT | Motivational Interviewing
Tamiya Dortch
Tamiya is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSW-A), rooted in compassion and known for her warm spirit and ability to genuinely connect with others. She supports adolescents, young adults, and their families by creating a space that is safe, welcoming, and empowering.
Tamiya earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Saint Augustine’s University in 2017 and went on to receive her Master of Social Work from North Carolina Central University in 2019. Tamiya has delivered therapeutic services across diverse settings, including Intensive In-Home Services, School-Based Mental Health, and DBT Group Therapy. Her clinical work focuses on adolescents and young adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem. Tamiya integrates evidence-based approaches such as Polyvagal Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help clients develop insight, build resilience, and create lasting change.
Tamiya believes that meaningful therapy is built on trust, collaboration, and the belief that healing is possible—and she brings a bright, grounded energy to every step of that journey. She also brings her knowledge and specialized training, enhancing her ability to provide responsive, client-centered support at Simply Teens.
Tamiya believes that meaningful therapy is built on trust, collaboration, and the belief that healing is possible—and she brings a bright, grounded energy to every step of that journey. She also brings her knowledge and specialized training, enhancing her ability to provide responsive, client-centered support at Simply Teens.
My Education, Training & Certifications:
- B.A in Political Science from SAU (4 years)
- M.S in Social Work from NCCU (2 years)
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate since 2020
- Mental Health First-Aid
Post Graduate Trainings:
- Clinical Foundations for Trauma and Resilience Informed Care-Starr Commonwealth
- Trauma Informed Care- Child Health and Development Institute
- Anxiety- Behavioral & Cognitive Strategies for Treating Anxiety
- Teaching Mindfulness to Teens- Sam Himelstein, Ph.D.
- Expanded Tools and Skills for Effective Crisis Response