Tamara V. has an extensive background in mental health care, currently serving as a Verpleegkundig Specialist GGZ at Fivoor and Praktijk InTeam, where Tamara focuses on forensic and trauma-informed treatments. With experience as a consultant at Astare, Tamara provides written advice on involuntary care under the new Wet zorg en Dwang. As the founder and board member of Stichting Sammy, Tamara supports impoverished communities in Egypt. Previously, Tamara worked with Medical Volunteers International and Stichting Bootvluchteling, providing mental health support in refugee camps. Tamara's career in the Parnassia Groep spanned over a decade, where Tamara held various roles, including general member of the Specialismegroep Psychose and nurse practitioner in psychosis treatment. Educationally, Tamara holds a Master of Science in GGZ Verpleegkundig Specialist, a Bachelor in Nursing, and a certification as a TRE® Provider.