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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC

@therapisttamara.bsky.social
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🏠 Licensed therapist | 📘 Author | 🎤 Speaker 👉🏽 aka The Food Allergy Counselor 📗 “May Contain Anxiety” - pub: JHUP 🔎 Focuses: #parenting, #foodallergy, #mindfulness, #womenshealth, #therapy www.FoodAllergyCounselor.com/book

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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
After publishing my book, May Contain Anxiety, with @hopkinspress.bsky.social in September, I considered taking a writing break. But then, @psychologytoday.com invited me to start a blog! So I’m back at it - writing about food allergy anxiety and parenting. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/food...
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Don't Let Food Allergy Anxiety Decide Your Holiday Plans
For families managing food allergies, it's easy to let anxiety make decisions about holiday gatherings. Learn how to base these decisions on meaningful factors rather than anxiety.
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Hopkins Press @hopkinspress.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Now through 12/7, save 40% on all books—and get free shipping on your $50+ order with code HHOL25! ❄️📚 From bestselling titles like "Catland" to current event must-reads like "In a Rain of Dust," Hopkins Press has books for all readers this holiday season. www.press.jhu.edu/bo...
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Excited to share this JACI-IP paper that I co-authored with mental health colleagues as part of a @aaaaiorg.bsky.social collaboration! We hope that this information encourages allergy clinics and practices to collaborate with licensed mental health practitioners. (Link below in the comments).
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Parents often self-blame when their child has a medical condition. Two tips to help back out of self-blame are: 🧠 Drop the struggle: "Debating this won't help me feel better, so I'm going to focus on things that matter right now instead." 🧠 Focus on positives: “How have I made positive impacts?”
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Thank you FARE for inviting me to speak again at your annual conference AND for inviting me to be part of your “Author’s Corner”, too! And thanks to all who came to my session and stopped by to grab a signed copy of my book! Book info: www.foodallergycounselor.com/book @hopkinspress.bsky.social
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
It's easy to develop an unhelpful relationship with anxiety - one where we believe whatever it tells us and make decisions based on worry. So, does that mean we should never let anxious thoughts impact our decision-making? No. But we don't want to let these thoughts guide us through life either.
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
The latest news about the reduction of peanut allergies in babies due to the change in guidelines over recent years is wonderful news being celebrated within the #foodallergy community, of course! But what if you find yourself feeling conflicted about this news, too? It’s truly okay! ❤️
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Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
"43% drop in peanut allergies" Good example of how science evolves. And "how a public health recommendation can change children’s health.” And how good research (support, pls) informs policy. Peanut Allergies Have Plummeted in Children, Study Shows www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/w...
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Peanut Allergies Have Plummeted in Children, Study Shows
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Did you know that OCD Midwest has a podcast called “OCD Behind the Scenes”? I was recently invited on to discuss the intersection of #foodallergy anxiety and #parenting, and we also touched on #OCD, too. Check out the full episode on Spotify or YouTube here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0rq...
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
New podcast chat! I chatted with the hosts of ThermoFisher’s ImmunoCAST podcast about what practitioners providing allergy care would ideally discuss with families managing food allergies and allergic conditions, and shared helpful tips, too. www.thermofisher.com/phadia/us/en...
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043 How Can Clinicians Address Mental Health in Food Allergy Patients? (ft. Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC) | Thermo Fisher Scientific
Imagine a child diagnosed with a life-threatening food allergy – how does this impact their mental health and family dynamics? In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked psychological aspects of...
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Jessica Naftaly, PhD (she/her/s) @drnaftaly.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Therapy helps parents navigate anxiety when children have a food allergy www.healio.com/news/allergy...
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Therapy helps parents navigate anxiety when children have food allergy
Food allergies can be scary for kids. They may be even scarier for parents. But strategies are available to help families manage the fear, Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC, told Healio.“Those of us in m...
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
Thanks so much to @gohealio.bsky.social for the opportunity to share more about my work as a family therapist in the allergy community for an article in their Women in Allergy series! www.healio.com/news/allergy...
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Therapy helps parents navigate anxiety when children have food allergy
Food allergies can be scary for kids. They may be even scarier for parents. But strategies are available to help families manage the fear, Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC, told Healio.“Those of us in m...
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Hopkins Press @hopkinspress.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
Called "a breath of fresh air" by David R. Stukus, MD, "May Contain Anxiety" is a compassionate guide that teaches parents of children with food allergies how to mindfully manage anxiety and balance allergy safety with living fully. ow.ly/YlBt50X6ef4
An open spread of the book "May Contain Anxiety: Managing the Overwhelm of Parenting Children with Food Allergies" by Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC on a tan background.
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 05/10/2025
It has been surreal since Tuesday’s #publicationday! I am grateful for the photos people are sharing with me with their copies of #MayContainAnxiety and where they’ve seen it! Have you read it yet? Would love to hear your thoughts! www.foodallergycounselor.com/book @hopkinspress.bsky.social
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Bradford Literary Agency @bradfordagents.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
✨NEW RELEASE✨ Licensed therapist and allergy parent @therapisttamara.bsky.social 's new book is here! A compassionate guide that teaches parents of children with food allergies how to mindfully manage anxiety and balance allergy safety with living fully. Out now from @hopkinspress.bsky.social !
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
I’m so excited that my #parenting book, May Contain Anxiety, published by @hopkinspress.bsky.social is out today in all formats! #MayContainAnxiety
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Thanks to the hosts of the Life’s Dirty Little Secrets podcast for inviting me on to talk about #foodallergy anxiety, allergy parenting, and of course, my new book, #MayContainAnxiety! Learn more here and listen on your favorite podcast app: www.lifesdirtylittlesecretspodcast.com/episodes/sec...
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Secret #63: When Food Becomes Fear with Tamara Hubbard — Life's Dirty Little Secrets Podcast
In this episode, we discuss Food Allergies with Tamara Hubbard
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
When our child receives a #foodallergy diagnosis, we of course want to know WHY. This article explores how, in the face of fear & uncertainty, sometimes our mind makes unhelpful connections which leads us to feel unwarranted guilt about the diagnosis. www.foodallergycounselor.com/post/food-al...
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
Thank you to Dr. Alice Hoyt for inviting me back on her “Food Allergy & Your Kiddo “” podcast to discuss my new book #MayContainAnxiety and some of the concepts I share within it. You can listen to this episode on your favorite podcast app! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/f...
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Tamara Hubbard Shares Strategies on Navigating Food Allergy Anxiety
Podcast Episode · Food Allergy and Your Kiddo · 09/17/2025 · 30m
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aaaaiorg.bsky.social @aaaaiorg.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
Fact: Various factors affect food allergy severity, including allergy strength and co-factors. Due to unpredictable reactions, it's crucial for patients to carry epinephrine at all times for safety. ow.ly/MkK950WVqw4 #FoodAllergies
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
Thank you Dr. Sicherer, not only for this wonderful #bookreview for #MayContainAnxiety, but for championing this book from the very beginning. It’s an honor to have your support and praise for this book! Learn more & order it here: www.foodallergycounselor.com/book (Also available in audiobook!)
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
I was happy to contribute to this @everydayhealth.bsky.social article authored by Susan Jara alongside psychologist Sara Voorhies, PhD. I hope you’ll check it out! www.everydayhealth.com/allergies/ma...
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How to Overcome Anaphylaxis Anxiety: Support Strategies for Families
Learn tips on managing anaphylaxis anxiety for children and parents. Discover strategies for reducing fear, building confidence, and living fully with severe allergies.
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
It’s Tuesday and just one month from publication day, which means it’s time to share another early #bookreview! Thanks so much to psychologist Jill Stoddard, PhD for her heartfelt review of #MayContainAnxiety! And be sure to check out Jill’s amazing books, too! www.foodallergycounselor.com/book
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 30/08/2025
When it comes to managing #foodallergy #anxiety, we can break it down into 3 basic steps: 1. Exploring and understanding it. 2. Engaging in actions to address it. 3. Using coping skills to help manage it. FA anxiety isn’t always easy to manage, but simplifying it helps!
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The Oxford Publicity Partnership Ltd (OPP) @oxfordpublicity.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
@therapisttamara.bsky.social's #MayContainAnxiety publishes in Europe this autumn. Preorder in Europe from @hopkinspress.bsky.social through your local bookseller or direct at Wiley! Combat your food-allergy related anxiety resulting from a child you care for...
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
Thanks so much for this amazing #bookreview of #MayContainAnxiety, Dr. Dave - I’m truly honored! Out on 9/30 (and available for pre-order), below is the link with more info including how to order it and how to get 30% off if you order it at @hopkinspress.bsky.social: foodallergycounselor.com/book
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 11/08/2025
My Food Allergy Counselor email this week summarizes insights from the following paper published earlier this year in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology: 🔎 "Incidence of food allergic reactions among adolescents engaged in food allergy management" www.FoodAllergyCounselor.com
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
Research shows that connecting with #gratitude has a variety of positive health impacts, including: 🧠 experiencing greater overall well-being 🧠 enjoying better sleep quality 🧠 having lower depression risks 🧠 positive impacts on cardiovascular health Try it out - what are you grateful for today?
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aaaaiorg.bsky.social @aaaaiorg.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
The first day of school is an exciting time for children & parents. It can also be a time of anxiety if your child has #asthma or #allergies. Start preparing before the new school year begins so you can feel confident sending your child to class. #BacktoSchool #allergy www.aaaai.org/tools-for-th...
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
It’s hard to believe that my book officially comes out 10 weeks from today! 🙌🏼 I curiously asked Chat GPT what readers will learn from reading it - and it’s pretty accurate. See what reviewers are saying and how to order your copy for its 9/30/25 release date here: www.foodallergycounselor.com/book
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aaaaiorg.bsky.social @aaaaiorg.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Food allergies don’t have to get in the way of your travel plans. Explore tips and resources to help prepare before you go. www.aaaai.org/tools-for-th... #FoodAllergy #TravelTips
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aaaaiorg.bsky.social @aaaaiorg.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
Connecting With Patients: Strategies to Work Together in Difficult Times. We all have days where we do not seem to be on the same page as a patient. Join Dr. Chiu for a discussion of ways to approach conversations, connect with patients & work together to improve care. www.aaaai.org/professional...
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
Burnout related to managing a chronic health condition is a real thing! Check out my “Navigating Food Allergy Burnout” article for more insights and tips for managing #foodallergy burnout. www.foodallergycounselor.com/post/navigat...
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
The mind is a safety-seeking, threat-detecting machine that tends to overestimate risk, so it's important to take perspective on #foodallergy anxiety. My latest article "Helpful Vs. Unhelpful Food Allergy Anxiety" offers practical tips: www.foodallergycounselor.com/post/helpful...
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
In honor of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth and #AsthmaAndAllergyAwarenessMonth, here's a quick primer on stress, and a few tips to help you manage food allergy-related stress. For more insights on this topic, check out the following article on The FAC: www.foodallergycounselor.com/post/managin...!
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
It's World #EoEDay! EoE is a chronic inflammatory condition that often flies under the radar. But early diagnosis & ongoing care improve outcomes, so talk to your doctor if you suspect you have EoE! For more information & to find support, visit: www.apfed.org/EoEDay [Post sponsored by #APFED]
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Don't forget that even the days, weeks, and months that feel hard to get through can still contain joy. Find moments to notice and appreciate the simple things....a smile, a laugh, a sunny day. Remind yourself that feeling pain and struggle is part of the human experience, but so is feeling joy.
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
Anxious about transitioning more food allergy management responsibilities to your teen! Check out the image in this post, and then be sure to read my article "Adolescent Food Allergy Management Transitions" to learn helpful tips on this topic! www.foodallergycounselor.com/post/adolesc...
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 17/05/2025
For #FoodAllergyAwarenessWeek, I've shared the responses given by some of my board certified allergist friends when I asked them the following question: ▶️ What's one thing those living with food allergies can do to help decrease their food allergy anxiety and fears? Today, it's my turn!
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
For #FoodAllergyAwarenessWeek, I'm sharing the responses given by some of my board certified allergist friends when I asked them the following question: ▶️ "What's one thing those living with food allergies can do to help decrease their food allergy anxiety and fears?" Today is Dr. Juanita Mora!
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
For #FoodAllergyAwarenessWeek, I'm sharing the responses given by some of my board certified allergist friends when I asked them the following question: ▶️ "What's one thing those living with food allergies can do to help decrease their food allergy anxiety and fears?" Today, it's Dr. Alice Hoyt!
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
For #FoodAllergyAwarenessWeek, I'm sharing the responses given by some of my board certified allergist friends when I asked them the following question: ▶️ What's one thing those living with food allergies can do to help decrease their food allergy anxiety and fears? Today is Dr. Manisha Relan!
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
For #FoodAllergyAwarenessWeek, I'm sharing the responses given by some of my board certified allergist friends when I asked them: ▶️ "What's one thing those living with food allergies can do to help decrease their food allergy anxiety and fears? Here's tips from Dr. Zachary Rubin!
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
For #FoodAllergyAwarenessWeek, I'm sharing the tips some of my board certified allergist friends shared when I asked them the following question: ▶️ "What's one thing those living with food allergies can do to help decrease their food allergy anxiety and fears? Today is Dr. Dave Stukus’ answer!
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 11/05/2025
For #FoodAllergyAwarenessWeek, I'm sharing tips some of my board certified allergist friends shared when I asked them the following question: ▶️ "What's one thing those living with food allergies can do to help decrease their food allergy anxiety and fears? Today is Dr. Farah Khan's message!
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
Keep following me for more evidence-based, yet relatable and practical insights for navigating emotions, especially when living with or parenting children with #foodallergies. I'll be sharing some INCREDIBLE tips from some of my favorite allergist friends for Food Allergy Awareness Week soon, too!
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
Check out my "5 Reminders for Parents of Kids with Food Allergy-Related Anxiety" article on The FAC's website (and on other various websites, as this is an article I've shared with lots of organizations) for useful parenting tips! www.foodallergycounselor.com/post/5-remin...
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
Are you talking with your allergist about the 2 topics shared in these images? Learn more about why these conversations are crucial to be having, strategies for starting them, and tips to help with differentiating between anxiety and anaphylaxis here: www.foodallergycounselor.com/post/food-al...
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
Want to learn more about Food Allergy Counseling? Visit the Academy of Food Allergy Counseling, an organization and resource in which I founded, to gain more insight, locate an allergy-informed therapist, or join the professional therapist network! www.FoodAllergyCounseling.org . #FoodAllergy
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Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC @therapisttamara.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Living with #foodallergies often includes grief related to: ▶️ the loss of normalcy ▶️ life not going as expected Want to more about how to move forward even with grief being present? Check out my article "Does Grief Ever Go Away" for practical tips: www.foodallergycounselor.com/post/does-gr...
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