Instructor

Tara Hjelmberg works in clinical policy at the Minnesota Department of Human Services, Behavioral Health Administration with a focus on emergency preparedness. She is a certified FEMA/SAMHSA Crisis Counseling Program and Psychological First Aid Trainer. Prior to state service, her clinical career included serving youth and families in a variety of clinical settings including private practice, in-home and day treatment. The span of her 20+ year career had a significant focus on the impact of traumas on individuals and families. Tara has a MA in Counseling and Psychological Services and Post Master’s Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy.