Tara-Jean McDonough, LSW

Tara is a Licensed Social Worker, born and raised in South Jersey, who has been in the field since 2015 after graduating from Rhode Island College School of Social Work with her BSW, then graduating from Simmons University with her MSW in 2020. She has a passion for traveling, love for animals, and dedication to her family. When not working, she enjoys finding antiques and thrifting, gardening, and enjoying nature.

Tara has experience working with many individuals including those with co-occurring medical and mental health, veterans, interpersonal violence, children and families, and individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Tara is passionate about helping others get to where they want to be in life and feels privileged to work alongside every person she meets in a safe space. Tara received a Bachelor’s of Social Work at Rhode Island College and her Master’s of Social Work at Simmons University.