About Tara Balin, LMSW
Tara Balin is an associate therapist at Brightline’s Brooklyn clinic, providing care under the supervision of Sylvia Ryszewska, PhD. Her background includes work with new parents, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness. Tara has worked with people from early childhood to older adulthood, along with their families, in school, hospital, and outpatient mental health settings. She’s worked with both individuals and groups to support those experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Tara’s deep interest in creating space for healing and supporting others to face challenges and reach their personal and emotional goals are what inspired her to become a therapist. Her hope is to create an environment where people feel heard, understood, and supported.
Tara believes every family is unique. She is passionate about creatively incorporating evidence-based and scientifically proven treatment to fit the individual needs of each child and family.
Professional Summary
Education:
Master of Social Work (MSW), Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College
Bachelor of Art in Psychology (BA), St. John's University
Therapeutic approaches and certification(s): Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), parent management training (PMT), motivational interviewing (MI), mindfulness
License Type(s): Licensed Master Social Worker
States where clinician is licensed: New York (127789)
Experience:
Mental Health Coach, Prospera Mental Health & Wellness
Training:
Social Work Intern, Queensborough Community College
Social Work Intern, Northwell Health
Supervisor: Sylvia Ryszewska, PhD
Meet our Brooklyn clinical providers
Tara Balin, LMSW
Stephanie Eichler, LMSW (Person)
Gina Foster, LMSW
Stephen Fox, PsyD
Sierra Freeman, LMSW
Bria Leyden, LMHC-D, LPC
Edward Merritt, PhD
Sylvia Ryszewska, PhD
Nikki Vega, LCSW
Sarah Wallin, LMHC-D
Madelyn Williams, LMSW
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What is an associate therapist?
Associate therapists have earned their master’s degree in social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or counseling. They have a limited license to practice under supervision, and are completing their supervised hours at Brightline to work toward their independent licensure. That means that all of the work they do with your family will be supervised by one of Brightline’s licensed providers. Their supervising provider will review all session notes, care plans, conversations, and recommendations to ensure the approach to your child’s treatment is aligned with our standards of providing high-quality, safe, and ethical care. Supervising provider names can be found on each associate therapist provider page on our website; the associate therapist will also share who their supervisor is at the start of care.
