Meet Your Therapist
Meet Shantara
Hi, I'm Shantara Bussey-Martin, MSW, LCSW-QS, CMNCS , founder of TEA Time Therapeutic Services.
I believe healing begins when you have a safe space to be seen, heard, and supported without judgment. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, relationship challenges, or major life transitions, my goal is to help you find hope, healing, and lasting change.
My therapy style is warm, collaborative, and compassionate. I strive to create an environment where you feel comfortable being yourself while learning practical skills to manage life's challenges, strengthen relationships, build resilience, and reconnect with the version of yourself you've been missing.
At TEA Time Therapeutic Services, I don't believe therapy is about "fixing" you—because you aren't broken. Therapy is about helping you better understand yourself, develop healthier patterns, and gain the confidence and tools to create the life you deserve.
It would be an honor to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth. Together, we'll take one step at a time as you learn to pour back into your life.
A Few Things About Me
Outside of the therapy room, here are a few things that make me:
- I believe healing happens one conversation—and one cup of tea—at a time.
- My therapy style is warm, compassionate, collaborative, and judgment-free.
- I believe progress is more important than perfection, and I celebrate every step forward.
- I am passionate about lifelong learning and staying current with evidence-based practices.
- I enjoy helping people discover their strengths, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
- Outside of work, I enjoy focusing on my own wellness journey, spending time with loved ones, exploring new places, and finding creative ways to pour back into myself.
- My faith is an important part of my life and shapes the compassion, hope, and grace I strive to bring into every interaction. Faith-based counseling is available upon request.
Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you're returning after time away, I'm honored you're here. I look forward to supporting you on your journey toward healing, growth, and becoming the healthiest version of yourself.
You don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. If you're ready to begin your healing journey, I'd be honored to walk alongside you. Let's take the first step together.
