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2 convenient office locations in Nashville, TN & Bowling Green, KY.
Ashley Vicari, LPCC-S, NCC, she/her,
Accepting clients in KY, TN, and VA - $150 per session
KY Office
Hi! I'm Ashley. I've been practicing Therapy for 10 years and am honored to have sat across from so many incredible souls. Life can be so beautiful. It can also be so incredibly hard and challenging to navigate. I'd love to support you as you seek healing and restoration.
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Having worked in this field for years, my specialties include anxiety, depression, eating disorders and body image, life adjustments, parenthood, infertility and perinatal support, and women's issues among other things.​ When I am not in the Therapy office, I am playing with my sweet kiddo, trying all the coffee with my supportive husband, and spending time with family and friends.
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A couple of my favorite quotes are:
"The only people for me are the mad ones, the ones who are mad to live, mad to talk, mad to be saved, desirous of everything at the same time, the ones who never yawn or say a commonplace thing, but burn, burn, burn like fabulous yellow roman candles exploding like spiders across the stars" Jack Kerouac
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"It’s not the long walk home that will change this heart, But the welcome I receive at the restart." Marcus Mumford
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Folx, I genuinely believe in healing and growth. I truly believe that you can live the life that you desire without the pain of anxiety, depression, loss, etc overshadowing you forever. Pain is a normal human experience. Together, we can approach it and learn to move along side of it. I'm so glad you are here! I'm looking forward to connecting!
Susie Willis, (she/her)
Accepting clients in KY - $100 per session
Finding the right therapist is a deeply personal journey, and I strive to create a safe, affirming space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered. My approach is rooted in cultural humility, social justice, and trauma-informed care, ensuring your unique identities and experiences are honored throughout the therapeutic process.
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I specialize in grief, PTSD, anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma; and am training in the field of eating disorders. My approach integrates a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to your specific needs, including Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Somatic and Regulation-Based Therapy (SRBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Gottman Method (Level 1), Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Practices, and Trauma-Informed Approaches..
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As an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist, I understand the complexities of navigating identity, relationships, and societal challenges. I also work with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, recognizing how race, ethnicity, spirituality, and systemic factors impact mental health.
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I provide therapy for individuals and couples, offering support for communication issues, relational conflict, intimacy concerns, and life transitions. I am Gottman Level 1 trained and utilize research-based techniques to help couples build stronger connections, manage conflict, and deepen emotional intimacy. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your relationship, heal past wounds, or navigate nontraditional relationship structures, I offer a judgment-free, supportive space.​
Whether you’re seeking support as an individual or as a couple, I am here to help you navigate challenges with warmth, authenticity, and clinical expertise. Together, we can work toward healing, self-discovery, and meaningful change.
Heidi Johnson, (she/her)
Accepting clients in KY - $85 per session
As a therapist, I believe in creating a warm, inviting space where individuals, couples, and families can explore and heal from life's challenges. With Gottman Level 1 training, I work with couples to enhance communication, resolve conflict, and deepen emotional connection. My approach is also informed by my experience working with neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults, where I offer a compassionate and tailored approach to meet unique needs.
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In addition to my expertise in trauma-informed care, I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered, and strengths-based approaches to empower clients. I also incorporate expressive arts into therapy, allowing individuals to process and explore their emotions creatively and at their own pace. Whether you're navigating relationship struggles, adjusting to life in a blended family, or seeking support as a neurodivergent individual, I’m here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
When I’m not working, you can often find me enjoying the great outdoors with my husband or relaxing with my English Bulldog, Mabel, who brings joy and grounding to my life. I truly understand how important it is to find balance and peace, and I bring this understanding to the work I do with my clients, helping them find their own path to healing and growth.
Jessika Elkins, (she/her),
Clinical Counseling Intern
Accepting clients in KY - $85 per session
Hello everyone!
My name is Jessika and I am starting my Clinical Marriage and Family Counseling practicum through WKU!!
My heart is set on helping families function happier and healthier, especially mommas who need extra support, navigating post-partum challenges. I just received my Gottman Level 1 Certification for couple’s counseling. My goal is to balance real compassion with professionalism and help clients from an authentic perspective. While I love person-centered, strengths-based approach to counseling, I believe the world just needs real emotion and raw feelings, balanced with structured knowledge to help us in the best way possible.
After all, the more real we are, the more we can truly understand each other…
“Understanding must precede advice.” - Gottman
I am so excited to start my journey with you!
TN Office
Samantha Kitchenman, (she/her), M.A.
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Accepting clients in TN - $85 per session
Hi! I’m Samantha! I believe therapy is a beautiful journey that is unique to each person. It is a deeply vulnerable process. My goal is for each person I sit with to feel seen, heard, and understood. I operate from a place of empathy and compassion because I believe that is what every human deserves.
I provide therapy for individuals (18+). I specialize in working with adults who were raised by emotionally immature parents. I also see clients for a wide range of other issues such as those who need support for trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, phase of life issues, and those who just need someone to help them unravel the confusion in their head. You don’t have to carry it all on your own.
My approach to therapy is integrative with a multicultural and trauma-informed lens. My base for therapy is a person-centered approach. I use a variety of theories and modalities as is needed for each client’s individual needs. This includes EMDR, attachment theory, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), polyvagal theory, mindfulness, and self-compassion.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, our two kids, and our two golden retrievers. I enjoy relaxing at home as well as traveling, reading, playing games, and watching our favorite shows and movies.
Becca Vattima, (she/her),Ed.S.,
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Accepting clients in TN - $135 per session
I believe therapy is most healing when it feels safe, supportive, and authentic. My goal is to create a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and accepted just as you are. Together, we’ll work toward uncovering your strengths, building self-compassion, and finding new ways to navigate life’s challenges.
I have experience working in higher levels of care, including PHP and IOP, which has shaped my passion for supporting individuals through difficult seasons. I specialize in eating disorders, body image concerns, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I especially enjoy walking alongside adolescents and young adults as they grow and discover their sense of self.
My approach is holistic and person-centered, and I love incorporating creativity into the therapeutic process. Whether through art, music, yoga, or movement, I believe expressive therapies can open doors to healing in ways words sometimes cannot. I also strive to create an affirming space for people of all identities and backgrounds, and I am committed to providing LGBTQ+ affirming care.
Outside of the therapy room, you can often find me with my puppy, Nash, taking dance classes, baking, enjoying live music, or spending time with friends and family.
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Ashley Vicari, LPCC-S, NCC, she/her
Accepting clients in KY, TN, and VA - $150 per session
Hi! I'm Ashley. I've been practicing Therapy for 10 years and am honored to have sat across from so many incredible souls. Life can be so beautiful. It can also be so incredibly hard and challenging to navigate. I'd love to support you as you seek healing and restoration.
​
Having worked in this field for years, my specialties include anxiety, depression, eating disorders and body image, life adjustments, parenthood, infertility and perinatal support, and women's issues among other things.​ When I am not in the Therapy office, I am playing with my sweet kiddo, trying all the coffee with my supportive husband, and spending time with family and friends.
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A couple of my favorite quotes are:
"The only people for me are the mad ones, the ones who are mad to live, mad to talk, mad to be saved, desirous of everything at the same time, the ones who never yawn or say a commonplace thing, but burn, burn, burn like fabulous yellow roman candles exploding like spiders across the stars" Jack Kerouac
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"It’s not the long walk home that will change this heart, But the welcome I receive at the restart." Marcus Mumford
​
Folx, I genuinely believe in healing and growth. I truly believe that you can live the life that you desire without the pain of anxiety, depression, loss, etc overshadowing you forever. Pain is a normal human experience. Together, we can approach it and learn to move along side of it. I'm so glad you are here! I'm looking forward to connecting!