Clinical Psychologist has a work Experience: 23 Years (Therapeutic & Research-Oriented).
Dr. Tamar holds a degree from the Faculty of Psychology at Batumi State University and has over 23 years of professional experience in both therapeutic and research-based psychological practice. Her expertise spans across trauma-informed therapy, child protection, and working with vulnerable populations.
She has completed numerous advanced training courses in the following areas:
Psychosomatics – Center for Psychotherapy and Psychological Consultation, Estonia (Reet Laja); Bullying Prevention; Child Abuse and Violence Prevention – Georgian Foundation for Public Health and Development (GFPHD); The Psychologist’s Role in Challenging Behavior, Suicide, and Violence – Strategic Intervention Methods; Domestic and Sexual Violence against Children – Assessment, Prevention, and Response; Max Lüscher Color Diagnostic Method; Violence Identification, Intervention, and Prevention – Psychological Assistance Center "Persona"; Coordinated Response to Cases of Child Sexual Abuse – Training with Martin Nisi (Child Protection Expert); Training of Trainers – Positive Discipline (World Vision Georgia); Psychological Crises and Adolescent Suicidal Behavior; Professional Interviewing and Analysis of Child Victims; Role of Healthcare and Education in Preventing Violence; Child Protection from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation; Therapeutic Work with Psychological Trauma; Structured Interview Techniques; Gestalt Therapy in Practice – Georgian Association of Psychologists and Psychotherapists; Addiction Therapy using Gestalt and Art Therapy Methods – Training in Vilnius, Lithuania; Mental Health and Human Rights – Program by the European Union for Georgia & Global Initiative on Psychiatry.
Professional Experience Includes: Clinical Psychologist, Innovative Medical Center "GI Rimon Med"; Psychologist/Expert, Levan Samkharauli National Forensics Bureau; Trainer, Center for Civil Society Development; Visiting Lecturer, Batumi State University; Psychologist, State Care and Assistance Agency for Victims of Human Trafficking; Psychologist, Social Services Agency, Guardianship and Care Department – Adjara Region; Psychologist, Medical Rehabilitation Center; Teacher of Pedagogy and Psychology, St. Andrew the First-Called Theological Seminary
She is known for her deep expertise in psychological trauma, psychosocial interventions, and child and family welfare, and is widely respected in Georgia’s professional psychological and educational communities.