Profile / United States
Tami Brugman , LMFT
Texas
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Relationships and Anxiety
See online therapy options- CBT and ACT methods
- Mindfulness and hypnotherapy
- Practical coping skills
About Tami
Tami Brugman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 24 years of experience. She practices in Texas and has a background in both community mental health and private practice. Her work covers stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, depression, ADHD, trauma and abuse, grief, eating and sleeping problems, parenting concerns, and related challenges.
She uses straightforward, skills-based approaches to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. Tami draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and client-centered methods. She also incorporates mindfulness practices and hypnotherapy when those tools fit a person's needs.
Tami emphasizes the connection between mind and body and is pursuing a PhD in Applied Psychophysiology to deepen that work. In practice she mixes methods rather than relying on a single technique. Sessions often focus on small, concrete steps clients can try between meetings.
Her experience includes supporting people through chronic illness, caregiver stress, bereavement, family-of-origin problems, and life transitions such as divorce and separation. She also addresses issues like codependency, infidelity, guilt, and isolation with problem-focused conversations and practical strategies.
Tami aims to work collaboratively on goals, using tools from different approaches to match each situation. She invites people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to begin a focused plan of work.
How CBT, ACT and client-centered work translate to online sessions
Tami uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. CBT focuses on clear experiments and small behavior changes that can be practiced between sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes noticing inner experiences and choosing actions that match personal values; it can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions.Client-Centered Therapy provides a listening-based foundation where the therapist follows the client's concerns and priorities. In practice she combines these approaches so sessions include both direct skill practice and space to talk through what matters most. She works collaboratively to find the best fit based on the client's needs and goals.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow quicker check-ins when a brief session is helpful. Discuss preferred formats during the matching questionnaire so practical arrangements align with daily life and treatment goals.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Texas, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She helps with stress, anxiety, relationships and intimacy issues, depression, ADHD, trauma and grief, eating and sleeping problems, parenting stress, and related concerns.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered methods, mindfulness, and hypnotherapy. The focus is on practical steps and noticing patterns that can be changed.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 24 years of experience from community mental health and private practice settings.
What are her professional credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and practices in Texas.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients; confirm session details and any practical considerations during the matching process.
What is the cost structure for sessions?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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