Tamara Spears

Tamara Spears, is a passionate, dedicated, poised and impactful social worker. Her journey in youth support began at age 16 as a peer counselor with the YMCA, setting the foundation for her lifelong commitment to helping young people thrive. She has over two decades of experience working closely with youth in a variety of community settings, including Safe Haven Ministries, Forest Hills Public Schools, DA Blodgett/St. John’s Home, Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, and Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services. 

As of 2021, Tamara is the founder and CEO of New Beginnings Therapy and Consulting Services. She currently leads a practice that provides vital support to individuals, couples, families, and groups specializing in neurodiversity and grief.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Tamara is a devoted mother to two energetic and academically accomplished teenage daughters, who inspire her daily. As a woman of faith, she believes in a higher power and dedicates her life to serving humanity.