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Kara Guindin

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Accepting clients Last Updated 0 days ago

Hi, I’m Kara! College can bring both exciting opportunities and overwhelming stress. Sometimes past experiences or unresolved trauma make it even harder to manage the pressures of academics, relationships, and figuring out your future. If you’ve ever felt stuck, anxious, or like your emotions are “too much,” you’re not alone.

I specialize in trauma therapy using EMDR and Somatic Experiencing, two evidence-based approaches that help your mind and body process painful experiences so you don’t have to stay stuck in the past. My work is also grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and other trauma-informed, attachment-based models.

Together, we’ll work to help you understand and manage stress, anxiety, and depression, heal from relationship wounds or painful past experiences, build resilience and expand your capacity to handle life’s ups and downs, and feel more grounded, confident, and connected.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, EMDR Certified, and have completed 3 years of training with the Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute. My approach is collaborative, holistic, and tailored to your needs.

If you’d like to learn more, I offer a free 20-minute consultation. Reach out by phone or email- I’d love to connect with you.


Specialties

Anger management Anxiety Bipolar Disorder Body Image Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Caregiver Support Chronic Pain Depression Dissociative Disorders Emotional Regulation Existential Challenges / Crises Family Conflict Grief and Loss Infertility Intimate Partner Abuse Life Transitions Parenting Perfectionism Pregnancy and Postpartum Relationship Issues Self-esteem Sexual Abuse Sexual Assault Sexual Health Sexuality Stress Suicidality Trauma & PTSD

In-Network Insurance Plans

Kara Guindin is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna and Evernorth
Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

Claim Submission:

I will complete and submit paperwork on your behalf for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1700252756

Rates

First session $170
Ongoing sessions $170
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Locations

2603 Elm Hill Pike
Suite C
Nashville, TN 37214
(615) 200-0625
ADA Accessible
Map of provider office locations

Practice Hours

Monday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday --
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday --
Friday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday --
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Attachment-based Body positivity Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) EMDR Feminist Health at Every Size Holistic Internal Family Systems (IFS) Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) Mind-Body Mindfulness Motivational Interviewing Person-Centered Relational Somatic Strength-Based Supportive Trauma Focused

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)

Communities

Activists Artists First-Gen Kink / BDSM LGBQ+ Neurodiverse People of Color People with Disabilities Polyamorous Trans non-binary gender fluid Undocumented Veganism

Meeting Options

Video sessions available
In-person sessions available

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 12
  • License(s): TN-7759

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): White
  • Gender(s): Cisgender, Woman
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
  • Religion(s): Agnostic

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