just because you
can push through
doesn’t mean you
should
Therapy for teens,
college students & young adults
based in Berkeley
online throughout California.
you’re doing it all
and still feel lost
You keep pushing and achieving, but it’s hard to remember what you’re even working toward.
I work with clients who feel anxious, stuck, or unsure of what they really want.
Maybe you’re trying to figure out who you are outside of grades, work, or other people’s expectations.
Or you do know what you want—but something keeps getting in the way.
Maybe your relationships feel confusing or unbalanced, or your self-doubt talks you out of what matters most.
In therapy, we’ll get curious about what’s really fueling the anxiety, pressure, and uncertainty.
We’ll unpack what’s been holding you back, whether it’s people-pleasing, perfectionism, or patterns in relationships, so you can feel more grounded, more confident, and more at home in your own skin.
you deserve a space where you can say anything
you’ve journaled, vented, asked ChatGPT for advice, but nothing really changes
In therapy, you get space to say the things you usually hold back.
You can unpack the thoughts that won’t shut up, with someone who listens & engages.
you won’t do all the talking
Working with me feels like a conversation. I won’t stare blankly at you while you spill your guts.
I’ll be with you: curious, engaged, and not afraid to use humor when things get heavy.
you’re never too much
Clients say they trust me because I’m honest, easy to talk to, and not shocked by much.
I’ve probably had the thought, done the thing, or worked with someone who has.
No topic is off-limits unless you want it to be.
We can sort through the real stuff together to find some clarity, without shame or embarrassment.
over 10 years serving teens & young adults.
Dr. Tara Kolar, PsyD, is a licensed psychologist in California (License #PSY 33761, issued October 2022).
She earned her Doctorate of Psychology from the Wright Institute (2019) and has over 10 years of experience working with teens and young adults, including a postdoctoral fellowship with the Wright Institute College Wellness Program and Wright Institute Child and Adolescent Clinic and a predoctoral internship at Oakes Children's Center. She has been in private practice since 2023.
let’s start working together toward a life you love.
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