THERAPY AND COUNSELING IN NASHVILLE

COUNSELING & MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT

We’re compassionate and inclusive. All counseling services are available regardless of your HIV status or ability to pay.

HERE TO SUPPORT EVERYBODY. AND EVERY BODY.

Our licensed social workers, counselors and therapists are here to support your journey toward healing and growth. CARES 360 also offers psychiatric services. We proudly support all people, regardless of cultural and racial background, country of origin, sexual orientation, gender expression, religion, body size or abilities. To learn more call HEARTLine at 800-845-4266, or click the link below.

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GET HELP IN PERSON OR VIA TELEHEALTH.

Nashville CARES helps our clients heal while addressing a wide range of behavioral health challenges. We’re licensed by the Tennessee Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services to provide individual, couples and group counseling.

All services are confidential, and all are tailored to meet your specific needs. We provide trauma-informed and culturally inclusive care by honoring the unique life experiences of anyone impacted by – or at risk of – HIV. Welcome to a judgment-free zone where you can feel safe expressing the real you.

Depression
Anxiety
Trauma
Stress
Addiction
Grief & loss
Life transitions
Healthy relationships
Goal setting
Mind-body wellness

TOOLS & TECHNIQUES DESIGNED FOR HEALING.

Every CARES therapist has specialized training in a wide range of trauma-informed, evidence-based modalities. We’re grateful to be able to offer many of today’s most promising modalities.

Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
Brainspotting
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Gottman Method
Psychodynamics
Assessments & Referrals

WORKSHOPS & CONTINUING EDUCATION

Interested in having one of our licensed therapists work with your group or organization? We have lots of experience conducting continuing education trainings and workshops on a variety of timely and important topics. Let’s discuss your specific needs. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to get the conversation started.

HIV & mental health/substance use
Mental health/substance use in LGBTQIA+ communities
Trauma treatment
Trauma-informed care implementation
Emotional support animals
Animal assisted-interventions
Burnout & compassion fatigue
Motivational interviewing

PSYCHOTROPIC MEDICATION

Nashville CARES offers psychiatric care and medications to our clinic patients. A staff psychiatrist meets with patients one-on-one to tailor a medication plan that works best for them. These services are offered in person at CARES 360, or via telehealth.

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Behavioral Health Staff

Lily Catalano, LMSW

Lily (She/Her) helps clients define what wellbeing looks like for them and supports them on their path toward that vision. She fosters a welcoming, affirming environment in therapy to address life challenges and find opportunities for healing and growth. Lily is trained and experienced in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, mindfulness practice, and more, and she utilizes various treatment methods based on the needs and goals of each client.

Cody Hammons, LPN, MSW

Cody (He/Him) believes that the first step in the therapeutic process is building a trusting relationship with clients by creating a safe and open space for thoughts, feelings, and experiences to be shared. The work done in session is meant to provide each client with a deeper understanding of their own strengths and abilities to reach their specific goals. Cody worked as a nurse for several years with patients living with HIV before becoming a therapist. This experience deepened his passion for helping to create better lived experiences for those living with HIV, the LGBTQIA+ community, and other marginalized populations. Cody utilizes tools from Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Systems theory to help tailor the therapeutic approach for his clients.

Kara A. Rauscher, LCSW

Kara (She/Her) believes that building a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients creates a safe space for healing, authenticity, and growth. Her approach recognizes and appreciates the deep connection between the mind and body; in therapy, Kara walks alongside her clients in their struggles and empowers them to find meaning and balance in their lives. Kara has more than 10 years of experience working with trauma, grief & loss, anxiety, depression, and more. She is certified in Brainspotting and incorporates other modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Neuro-Affective Relational Model, and more.

Chenxi Zhu, LPC-MHSP

Chenxi (She/Her) brings a deep commitment to her clients' growth and healing journey. Recognizing the courage it takes for clients to embark on therapeutic work, she values the trust they place in her. Chenxi integrates various therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, Gottman's Methods, Jungian Psychotherapy, and hypnotherapy. Her practice also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS), allowing her to tailor her approach to the unique needs of each individual. By seeing the uniqueness in each person, Chenxi ensures a personalized and effective therapeutic experience aimed at supporting clients through their transformative processes.