- Guilt and shame
- ACT and CBT methods
- Attachment focus
About Tilaya
Tilaya Bradford-Hollins is an Illinois LCSW with 11 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and major life changes. She also lists concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress, communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, impulsivity, loneliness, money worries, mood disorders, and post-traumatic stress.
Tilaya uses several well-known therapy approaches to guide sessions. She blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice painful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. Attachment-based ideas are used when relationships and early patterns shape current struggles. She draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation and Client-Centered Therapy to keep conversations focused on the person in front of her.
Sessions move at a steady, practical pace. Tilaya helps clients name what matters to them, practice new ways of responding, and try small changes between meetings. She pays attention to cultural and contextual factors that shape each person's experience.
People who are carrying guilt or shame will find a therapist who listens for how those feelings affect behavior and relationships. The work often includes building self-compassion, repairing communication, and setting boundaries when needed. Progress is usually in concrete steps rather than quick fixes.
Tilaya practices in Illinois and holds the LCSW credential. Sessions are conducted in English and she does not accept international clients. Before booking, confirm the current session formats and scheduling details with her team.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and decide on values-based actions rather than getting stuck in self-blame. It is useful for guilt, shame, anxiety, and life transitions because it focuses on what matters most and small steps toward those values.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts influence feelings and behavior. In sessions people learn to identify unhelpful thinking patterns, test them, and practice new behaviors. This is often helpful for anxiety, low mood, and managing upsetting memories.
Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how early relationships shape current reactions. When guilt or shame ties into attachment wounds, these ideas guide conversations about trust, boundaries, and healthier patterns in relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Tilaya will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit best based on goals and preferences. That means adjusting pace, trying skill practice between sessions, and checking in about what is helpful.
The therapist's biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when time is limited, and remove travel time. These practical benefits can help people keep steady momentum with the methods described above.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with related to guilt or shame?
She lists guilt and shame among many areas she supports, including trauma, relationship problems, and low self-esteem.
How does she approach feelings of guilt and shame in sessions?
Her approach mixes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and CBT to notice painful thoughts and try different responses. Attachment-based ideas help when those feelings come from early relationship patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of experience working with people on stress, anxiety, trauma recovery, relationship issues, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and practices with that credential in the state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats does she provide?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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