Tennessee Counseling Staff

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Therapist 

 Ellen works with children, adolescents, and families from a wide variety of backgrounds, histories, and struggles. Ellen believes that children are best served when parents are also involved in the treatment process. Ellen uses a variety of approaches to best meet the needs of clients, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trust-Based Relational Intervention, and Collaborative Problem Solving. Ellen specializes addressing issues including childhood trauma, foster care and adoptions, crisis response for children, attachment, family conflict, and parenting skills. 

Credentials

Licensed Clinical Social Worker TN #7987

Master of Social Work, Asbury University

Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Asbury University, Wilmore, KY

Certifications:

Trauma Focused CBT Trained

Collaborative Problem Solving Trained

TBRI Practitioner

Clinical Experience

Anxiety, Depression, Childhood Trauma, PTSD,  Family Conflict, Foster Care/Adoption, Court Involvement or Juvenile Delinquency, Problem Sexual Behavior for Adolescents 13+ under, Attachment, Parenting, Family Stress, Relationship Conflict.

 Ellen sees clients at the Ashland City, TN site and provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers. 

Licensed Counselor / Therapist/ Supervisor

Nathan has a pursued a career of inviting others into safety, healing, and growth through counseling, chaplaincy, and mentoring. He is licensed in both Illinois and Tennessee.  Nathan has experience with adolescents (age 9+), adults, couples, and families.  He specializes in cross-cultural adjustment issues, trauma/PTSD, physical & sexual abuse, healing from racial discrimination, chemical dependency and sexual addictions, young adults, first responders, helping professions, compassion fatigue, at-risk youth, partner conflict, attachment disorders, depression/bi-polar, grief & loss, life transitions, and spiritual development. 

Credentials

Licensed Professional Counselor, MHSP -- TN #5373

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor – IL #180.012168

Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC) -- IL#35306 

Telehealth Professional Counselor- SC #1593

National Certified Counselor (NCC)

Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Wheaton College Graduate School

Bachelor of Arts, Wheaton College

Certifications 

Prepare/Enrich Certified (Pre-Marital and Couples Counseling) 

Certification for School for Correctional Ministries Chaplaincy (Wheaton College) 

SPARCS Certified (Groups for adolescents w/ chronic stress)

Trained in Trauma Focused CBT 

 Nathan sees clients at the East Ridge/ Chattanooga, TN site and provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers. 

Licensed Counselor / Therapist/ Supervisor

Emily brings her experience and success with clients to our team and she is accepting new clients for telehealth and in-person.  She has experience in substance abuse addictions, sexual addictions treatment and working with spouses and family members of those struggling with addictions.  Emily works with clients on a range of other topics including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions.  She is also a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist. 

Credentials

Licensed Professional Counselor, MHSP--TN #5008

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor -– IL #180.009813

Licensed Professional Counselor, Mental Health- FL #MH20338

Master of Arts, Lincoln Christian University

Bachelor of Music Education, Anderson University

Member- International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals

Member-Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health (SASH)

Certified Sex Addition Therapist (IITAP)

 Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT)

 Certified Couples Betrayal Recovery Therapist Candidate (CCBRTC)

Rainbow Advocate Educator (IITAP)

 Specialties

  Addiction (Substance Use, Alcohol, & Sex/Pornography), Anxiety, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Coping Skills, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Life Transitions, Mood Disorders, Partners & Family Members of Addicts, Person Centered Therapy, PTSD, Relationship Conflict, Self Esteem, Self-harming, Spirituality, Christian counseling.

  Emily sees clients at the Brainerd/ Chattanooga TN site and provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers.

Licensed Counselor/ Therapist  

Life is hard, and sometimes overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. Rebecca can help you process and develop the skills you need to begin living the life you desire and deserve.  Rebecca specializes with the unique culture & needs of First Responders: Police, Fire, EMS, Dispatch, Corrections, Medical personnel & families. She works with individuals (age 16+), couples, and families who are facing challenges, struggling with conflict, anxiety, OCD, or who want help recovering from trauma or PTSD. Rebecca's approach is collaborative, person-centered, non-judging, and eclectic. 

Credentials

Licensed Professional Counselor, MHSP -- TN #5533

Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University

Bachelors of Science in Religion with a Minor in Criminal Justice from Liberty University

Clinical Experience

EMDR, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Stress, Spirituality, Attachment, Domestic Abuse, Family Conflict, Parenting, Life Transitions, Mood Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Self-Harming, Suicidal Ideation, Secondary Trauma, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Internal Family Systems.

 Rebecca provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers. 

 Social Worker / Therapist 

Sarah Beth enjoys working with adults and teenagers struggling with depression and anxiety. She believes that each individual she works with has qualities that no one else can offer, and that it’s a joy to be able to observe that in counseling sessions. Each client brings a different experience, and Sarah Beth will cater her approach to work with your specific needs.

Sarah Beth has experience in areas such as depression, trauma, anxiety, stress, relational conflict, perfectionism, and more, with a wide variety of clients with diverse backgrounds. She also has specialized training in Perinatal Mental Health through Postpartum Support International. Sarah Beth is under the clinical supervision of Kim Cook, LCSW. 

Credentials 

Licensed Master Social Worker- TN, #9268 

 Master of Social Work, Univ of Tennessee, Knoxville

Bachelor of Social Work, Univ of Tennessee, Chattanooga

 Specialties 

Anxiety, Coping Skills, Self-harm, Depression,  Grief, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Family Conflict.

 Sarah Beth provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers. 

Social Worker / Therapist

  Kelly has a desire to help her clients feel seen.  She is experienced with a variety of client issues, and treatment methods. She is dedicated to providing active listening and compassionate counseling support using solution-focused care, motivational interviewing, CBT, and person-centered therapy to work with clients toward healing and self-sufficiency while emphasizing their personal strengths and milestones. Kelly is under the clinical supervision of Kim Cook, LCSW. 

Credentials
Licensed Masters Social Worker, GA #MSW012189

Licensed Masters Social Worker, TN #10457

Master of Social Work, Southern Adventist  University, Collegedale, TN

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN

Clinical Experience

Addiction Recovery, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Life Transitions, Family & Relationship challenges, Grief, ADHD, PTSD, Adjustment Disorders, Self-esteem.

Kelly sees clients at the East Ridge/ Chattanooga, TN site and provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers.  

Counseling Resident/ Therapist

 Alyssa works with adolescents and adults, coming alongside each client to navigate various life stressors. It is Alyssa’s top priority that her clients feel seen, validated, and empowered in their healing journey with her. Alyssa is passionate about meeting clients where they are at, collaborating with them to develop a treatment approach that is individualized to their specific experiences, personality, strengths, and needs. Alyssa uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as her “homebase” treatment modality, but also integrates elements from various counseling approaches, including Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory, and Mindfulness interventions.  

Credentials
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University, Chattanooga, TN

 Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology from Bryan College, Dayton, TN

Clinical Experience

 Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Post-traumatic Stress (PTSD), Grief/loss, Life Transitions, Personality Disorders, Spiritual abuse and/or growth, Neurodivergence support, and Attachment styles.   

Alyssa provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers. 

Counseling Resident / Therapist 

 Kat is a dedicated counselor specializing in children, adolescents, and young adults. She employs a compassionate, client-centered approach tailored to individual needs, utilizing therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and mindfulness strategies to create a safe space for clients to explore their feelings and build resilience. Passionate about fostering emotional well-being, Kat is committed to empowering young people to navigate life's challenges and achieve their personal goals. With experience in diverse settings, Kat works with children in foster care, at-risk youth, and those dealing with crisis and trauma.  Kat is under the clinical supervision of Kim Cook, LCSW, and Nicole Walter, LPC.

Credentials
Licensed Professional Counselor Temporary, MHSP-T--TN #7631

National Certified Counselor

Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University, Chattanooga, TN

Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Berry College in Rome, GA

Clinical Experience

Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Childhood Behavioral Issues, Post-traumatic Stress (PTSD), Grief/loss, Self-Harm, OCD, ADHD, Disordered Eating, Domestic Abuse, Family Conflict, Childhood Trauma, Self-Esteem, Cognitive-Processing Therapy, Play Therapy 

 Counseling Resident / Therapist 

Lydia enjoys working with clients from different cultural, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. She has experience working with adolescents and adults. Lydia believes each client is unique and that it takes courage and strength to seek help during life’s most challenging moments. Lydia’s goal is to create a safe space, where she can partner with clients in developing an individualized treatment plan which supports healing and growth. Lydia uses a variety of treatment approaches to best meet the client’s needs and goals, including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Solution-focused, and trauma-focused techniques. Lydia is under the clinical supervision of Emily Dungey, LPC-MHSP. 

Credentials

Master of Arts, Clinical and Mental Health Counseling,

Pentecostal Theological Seminary, Cleveland, TN

Master of Divinity, Counseling Concentration, 

Pentecostal Seminary, Cleveland, TN

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Minor in Religion

Lee University, Cleveland, TN 

Clinical Experience

Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Family Stress, 

Trauma, Life transitions, 

Spiritual Growth, Psychosocial Oncology
 

 Lydia sees clients at the East Ridge/ Chattanooga, TN site and provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers.

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Counseling Intern

Brady believes in facilitating a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, guiding clients to align their goals and aspirations with their evolving values and passions. He aims to help people navigate the intricate dynamics of relationships, difficult transitions through life, and healthy management of depression and anxiety. Brady has experience working with individuals and families, with clients ranging from adolescents to the elderly, as well as active-duty military and veterans. He employs CBT, Family Systems, and Person-Centered approaches to tailor therapeutic processes to benefit each client. Brady is under the clinical supervision of Nathan Chase, LPC-MHSP.

Credentials
Pursuing a Master's Degree, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, at Colorado Christian University, Lakewood, CO

Bachelor's of Science, Psychology, ETSU, Johnson City, TN

Clinical Experience

Conflict resolution, communication skills, marital conflict, life transitions, stress management, emotion regulation, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, family conflicts and relationship issues

 Brady sees clients sees clients at the Hixson and Chattanooga/ East Ridge, TN locations and provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers.