Meet Connecticut’s Betrayal Trauma Specialist
for Partners of Sex and Porn Addicts
Owner, Psychotherapist & Certified School Counselor
Tara Beall-Gomes, MA, NCC, LPC, SATP, CCPS
Tara Beall-Gomes is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Sex Addiction Treatment Professional (SATP), Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS), Connecticut Certified School Counselor, Certified Deconstructing Gaslighting™ Level I Clinician, and Inner Child Recovery Process Specialist.
Compassionate Support for Betrayal Trauma
As a clinician, Tara provides a safe and supportive space for betrayed partners of sex and pornography addicts, utilizing the APSATS Multidimensional Partner Trauma Model (MPTM) and Prodependence theory. She is deeply passionate about helping individuals reclaim their sense of self, heal emotionally, and develop healthy behavioral patterns after betrayal.
Her Therapeutic Approach
Tara’s work goes beyond symptom relief — she helps clients explore their emotional landscapes, build constructive habits, and restore balance in mind and body. Her ultimate goal is to empower each client to achieve optimal mental health, reduce life’s burdens, and live with greater ease and authenticity.
Believing that we are wired for connection, Tara helps clients cultivate meaningful relationships that feel genuine and aligned with who they are.
“The simple act of walking barefoot on the earth, feeling the breeze or placing hands in the soil anchors children in the present moment, calming racing thoughts and settling restless bodies.”
— Tara Beall-Gomes, NaturalAwakenings.com
Meet Tara
A Career Rooted in Care and Connection:
With over two decades of experience, Tara has worked with a diverse range of individuals navigating complex life transitions and challenges, including:
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Betrayal and relational trauma
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Racial and institutional trauma
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ADD/ADHD and anxiety disorders
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Developmental delays and depression
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Grief, loss, and social-emotional skill building
Before entering private practice, Tara spent 15 years as a certified school counselor in the public school system (2003–2018), where she provided support to students and families during pivotal developmental years. This background gives her a unique ability to connect with children, adolescents, and parents in meaningful and effective ways.
Tara is a guest writer for Turning To Peace Magazine, where she shares her perspectives on Betrayal Trauma that are geared towards all audiences.
Main Street Counseling & Grit & Grace Recovery:
In 2011, Tara founded Main Street Counseling, LLC, with the vision of creating a therapeutic environment that feels safe, welcoming, and growth-oriented. Her passion for fostering emotional wellness and authentic connection guided the practice’s evolution into a trusted space for individuals and families alike.
In 2024, Tara expanded her clinical work through Grit and Grace Recovery, LLC, a sister practice focused on Betrayal Trauma, Sex and Porn Addiction, and relational healing. While her personal caseload now runs through Grit & Grace, she continues to guide Main Street Counseling’s growth and evolution — nurturing a culture of excellence, warmth, and innovation.
Together, both practices reflect Tara’s unwavering commitment to helping individuals, couples, and families heal, connect, and thrive through every season of life.
Who Tara Works With
Tara works with motivated individuals seeking a supportive and inclusive space for growth. Known for her warmth, humor, and genuine presence, she ensures every client feels heard, respected, and understood.
To meet clients where they are, Tara offers both walk-and-talk sessions and telehealth appointments, creating flexible and accessible therapy experiences.
Social Justice & Community Engagement
Tara is an active advocate for social justice and community engagement, participating in various charitable endeavors and volunteer roles, including her commitment to:
Charitable and Volunteer Work
- Leadership & Committee Roles:
- Co-Chair of the Programming and Outreach Committee (2020 – Present)
- Greater Waterbury NAACP Member (2022 – Present)
- Region 15 Inclusion & Equity Council Member (2020 – 2022)
- Parents of Region 15 Students LGBQTIA+ Working Group Member (2021 – Present)
- Monroe PD Juvenile Review Board Member (2021 – Present)
- Tribury Reads Together Committee Founding Member (2020 – 2021)
Community Involvement:
- Pomperaug Soccer Club Youth Soccer Coach (2023)
- Friend of the Southbury Rotary Club (2021)
Speaking Engagements:
- Souls to the Polls – Topic: “Importance of Voting on Mental Health” (October 20, 2024)
Collaborative Community Support:
- SMART Inc and Southbury Parks & Rec – Community Support Group on Psychological Trauma from Natural Disasters (October 22, 2024)
Certifications & Trainings Completed
✔ Deconstructing Gaslighting Level Two Certification
✔ APSATS CCPS (Certified Clinical Partner Specialist)
✔ Sex Addiction Treatment Professional (SATP)
✔ Inner Child Recovery Process Specialist
✔ Understanding Men Who Sexually Abuse, November 2024 Lucy Faithfull Foundation
Certifications in Progress
- 2025: Board Certified Coach
Study Group
- Black Rock Study Group Racism in the Church (2020-2021)
Community & Professional Organizations
- Certified School Counselor K-12 2003 – present
- Southbury Womens Club
- S.M.A.R.T. Local Prevention Council
- S.M.A.R.T., INC
- APSATS: Associate for Partners
- Connecticut Counseling Association
- NBCC
- National Certified Counselor
- National Counseling Association- IITAPS (International Institute for Trauma Treatment Professionals) 2023 – onwards
Podcasts Tara Loves
Gaslighting
Betrayal Trauma
Racial Justice
Relaxation
boundries
Commitments, Learning, and Boundaries for Grit & Grace
**We Promise To**
♦ Safeguard a haven, a sanctuary, where healing and personal growth flourish
♦ Foster unbreakable relationships built upon authentic trust and empathic support
♦ Champion you in the planning of aftercare, guiding you through crucial decision-making
♦ Seamlessly integrate partner-sensitive treatment into our infidelity counseling sessions
♦ Sit with you, deeply empathizing with your pain, and skillfully guiding you towards the light of healing
**With Us, You Will Learn**
♦ Powerful self-care techniques that empower you to manage triggers/activating situations and pave the way for profound healing
♦ How to establish and maintain healthy boundaries within your relationships, empowering yourself and honoring your needs
♦ The invaluable preparation required for therapeutic disclosures, liberating you from the confines of sexual Betrayal Trauma
♦ An in-depth understanding of the intricate effects of trauma, unlocking the key to nurturing your nervous system and cultivating psychological and physical well-being
**We Are Not**
♦ Your partner’s accountability partner or substitute therapist
♦ Merely facilitators of disclosure for the addict partner in your life
♦ Addict-centric in our approach – your healing journey and safety are paramount in our eyes
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