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As a therapist, I understand the bravery it takes to be completely vulnerable with another
individual. My role in the counseling room is to meet you right where you are with respect,
compassion, and non-judgement. I find it a privilege to journey with a client.
Hi, I’m Tavares Bostic, I am a licensed clinical social worker in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.
Best known for my down-to-earth and very sound approach, I look to help people marry the discontent they may
feel in their lives, with proven coping mechanisms focusing on reducing symptoms related to
their mental health diagnosis. With over a decade of experience, I have long been an advocate for
helping remove the stigma attached to mental illness, helping couples renew their love and focus
to one another, and ensuring that older adults in assisted living and retirement communities
become educated on symptoms which are directly related to mental health diagnoses and become
motivated to address them by engaging in psychotherapy and most appropriate psychotropic
medication.
I was blessed enough to earn my master’s in social work with a certification in clinical mental
health from The University of Pittsburgh and my bachelors of social work from North Carolina
A&T State University. I believe that the combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and Reality
therapy is one of the most effective ways of empowering individuals to become their best. I have
had the opportunity to work in multiple settings over the past 10 years and I’ve covered mental
illness across the spectrum.
Let’s sort out what troubles you in healthy ways by exploring your individual experience, and uncovering your unique strengths. I want to empower you to
find your best path through this life as you heal from past hurts and search for meaning, purpose, and direction.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Antisocial Personality, Attachment Issues, BDSM, Kink, Alternative Sex Culture, Blended Family Issues, Body Image, Cancer, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Chronic Pain Illness and Disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and Separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Hearing Impaired, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Immigration Issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual Disability, Isolation / Loneliness, Jealousy, Men's Issues, Mood Disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Post-traumatic Stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Tavares Bostic. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Tavares is a great therapist that truly listens and understands you. He also takes a no nonsense approach to the conservations where you will certainly be getting your money and time’s worth.
Written on Sep 22, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
He listens to my concerns as he guides me down the wellness path.
I'm sure I would not be able to navagate my healing journey without his help.
I was reading an article about appreciation and I thought of Tavares Bostic.
Thank you again for your support, it made a real difference for me!
Written on Sep 18, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 1 year on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
From the first moment I spoke with Tavares I could tell that he was on my side and willing to help me heal from my past and supports taking steps in the right direction. He is thoughtful, asks questions when appropriate, and LISTENS without judgment. I just started working with Tavares but I am confident and excited to see where our work together takes me. Thank you, Tavares.
Written on Sep 12, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Sensitive, thoughtful, caring, and extremely supportive. He’s generous with his time and his thoughts, and I couldn’t think of a better person to include in your support network as a therapist.
Written on Sep 07, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues
I’ve been through many many therapists in my lifetime. Tavares is the most accepting, and helpful person I’ve ever met. He really helps you and makes you believe in yourself again, no matter how far down that hole you think might be. He’ll be there to bring you back. He is incredible at his work. Thank you Tavares!
Written on Aug 23, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He is by far the best therapist and very easy to talk to. He’s helpful and understanding. He truly cares and I appreciate him listening and helping me.
Written on Aug 11, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Made me feel comfortable enough to open up to him and get some things i've had on my mind out
Written on Aug 07, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Tavares is amazing! So insightful.
Written on Jul 24, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
His expertise an subtle but enlightening questions an insight was thought provoking from my experience with him. Could not ask for a better first time therapist an although are time was short, I now have the first steps to bettering myself in my future endeavors an think in a wider perspective of not only myself but to think about others as well. To communicate what I want from people an have the confidence to do so, with time an thoughtful efforts I can now see myself in a better light.
Written on Jun 29, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I am very blessed to have a great counselor. There are no judgements. Though my brother(s) are no longer present, I feel like I am in very good hands.
Written on May 14, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
The most compassionate therapist I’ve encountered
Written on Mar 14, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
I am very blessed to have Tavares as my therapist.
He is very knowledgeable and compassionate.
Written on Mar 02, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Tavares has allowed me to open up my life so naturally and for once, it doesn't feel like therapy. I mean that in the best way. It feels like I'm just talking with a friend full of knowledge to help me navigate so many different emotions and feelings in life. I brag to my homies about how my therapist is a homie. If he is the right match for a person, they will truly have an amazing person on their team.
Written on Feb 05, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
The months, so far, spent speaking with Tavares has helped me really dig deep into areas I never thought I needed to before. It's helped me identify behaviors and the triggers that made changes come about. I absolutely love the way Tavares uses a "keep it 100" attitude when speaking with you. For me, this keeps the message he is delivering real and lets me know its not just from a book but its real in thoughts! I look forward to every session scheduled
Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with Tavares for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
I really can not say how much i enjoyed the time i have spent with Tavares, his understanding and empathy for my situation without any bias was a joy.
I can not recommend him enough for the past 7 sessions i have actually looked forward to my time with him.
Written on Dec 31, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 1 month on issues concerning anger management
Tavares is a great match for me. He is great at guiding the discussion and has the perfect mix of professional with a personal touch. I would highly recommend him to a friend!
Written on Dec 09, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
He is wonderful.
Written on Dec 08, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Tavares is wonderful! I’ve tried therapy twice before and both times were unpleasant as my feelings were dismissed and invalidated. Tavares on the other hand makes me feel heard. I look forward to our sessions and his advice each and every time.
Written on Oct 08, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
I’ve continued to work with Tavares because he respects me, is thoughtful and has helped me to grow. I’m getting stronger through our work.
Written on Sep 28, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Using Better Help over the course of the last few weeks, I have needed to make some changes in Therapists and Tavares is such a great fit for what I am looking for throughout this journey. I cannot wait to continue forward.
Written on Sep 17, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I really like Tavares and he has offered good advice for me dealing with my current situations. When I first signed up with BetterHelp, I thought I only wanted to deal with a female therapist. Because of scheduling conflicts, I wasn’t able to connect with the female therapists that I had chosen. Tavares was another therapist that was on the list. Because I wanted to start sooner than later I decided to try him. Glad that I did!
Written on Sep 13, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
Travis and I have only been working together for a few weeks but he is the best therapist I’ve had on this app I’m not even gonna lie. He gives Amazing advice, I feel like I’m being heard and he’s makes me actually want to challenge myself! I feel like he’s an old friend, 10/10 would recommend!!
Written on Aug 27, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
The best therapist I've ever had.
Written on Aug 18, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
He’s awesome!
Written on May 29, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Tavares understands the needs of providers in our field. I appreciate his wisdom, tact and sense of humor!
Written on Apr 28, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Puts life back into perspective make you think and feel positive about yourself.
Written on Apr 23, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and self esteem
Easy going, supportive, and great listener. The conversations flow easy and by the end of the conversation many topics/ issues have been covered. It's like talking to a friend with a professional lense.
Written on Mar 17, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
He is really good I look forward to talking to him on a regular
Written on Mar 12, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I've been with Tavares for a year and he has been super helpful and amazing he is always there to listen and give feedback on what I need and is great at helping me achieve my goals and better myself. This past year has definitely been for the better with T as my therapist.
Written on Mar 07, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Tavares is an excellent listener who balances compassion with challenge. He brings his authentic self to every session, which in turn, encourages his clients to do likewise.
Written on Feb 17, 2022 after therapy with Tavares for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Tavares is an amazing therapist because he listens to understand, has helped me to see challenging situations differently and always makes me feel heard as well as seen. He's helped me to navigate some difficult times and I'm forever grateful. BetterHelp is lucky to have Tavares on their team! Extremely lucky!
Written on Dec 27, 2021 after therapy with Tavares for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd
i always feel comfortable talking to Tavares and he always takes the time to listen and understand your situation then finds a way to resolve or alleviate your troubles at a steady pace. Tavares is professional without being intimidating and i always feel like i can message him in between sessions whenever i need. I would 100% recommend tavares to anyone who feels they need a little extra support.
Written on Nov 04, 2021 after therapy with Tavares for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
I've had many therapists in the past but Tavares is the first to truly make me feel like he understands my concerns. He provides me with confortability I have never felt with any other therapist.
Written on Jul 28, 2021 after therapy with Tavares for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Tavares was very insightful and friendly but was also able to challenge me when I needed.
Written on Jul 06, 2021 after therapy with Tavares for 2 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and coaching
Tavares has been extremely open, clear, and practical in all his work with me so far. He's a great listener and open to what works best, yet still pushes me to continue improving my thought processes and the way I think about myself and my struggles. He uses a results-driven approach that focuses on trying new approaches and sticking with what works that I feel would be beneficial for most anyone else
Written on Jun 02, 2021 after therapy with Tavares for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
This was a real dumping session for me, and I needed it! An uninterrupted chance to get erythg out that I've been holding in, without fear or being judged. Taveres feedback& homework let me know that he was listening and I appreciate that!! I'm really looking forward to working w/Tavares, to create a healthier new beginning!
Written on May 14, 2021 after therapy with Tavares for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Tavares is a great person for me to start my journey of therapy for the first time. Amazing demeanor, extremely understandimg and instills confidence. I would recommend him to anyone I know who is looking for similar support.
Written on Apr 27, 2021 after therapy with Tavares for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, com
He's very helpful. He listens and responds accordingly. He's considerate and makes you feel like you're talking to a friend not a stranger and I always feel better after our sessions.
Written on Apr 10, 2021 after therapy with Tavares for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem
Super nice. Super helpful.
Written on Apr 05, 2021 after therapy with Tavares for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
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