Tarah Groettum holds a Master of Science in Education (MSEd), with a clinical counseling focus. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), Permanency and Adoption Competency Certified (PACC), and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), Tarah brings a wealth of specialized training to her practice. She is also fully trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
As the founder of Bears Counseling PLLC, Tarah offers a distinctive blend of clinical expertise and personal experience, with a specialized focus on autism spectrum disorders and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs). Tarah's work is informed by her role as a kinship parent, providing her with firsthand insight into the complexities of foster care, legal custody, and the unique challenges faced by families navigating these systems.
Tarah’s dual perspective as both a clinician and a parent to children with autism and FASD enables her to deliver compassionate, informed, and effective support to individuals and families confronting similar circumstances. Dedicated to individualized therapy, she draws upon her extensive training and lived experience to empower clients and their families. Through Bears Counseling PLLC, Tarah is committed to fostering growth, resilience, and well-being for all individuals and families served.
