Nashville CARES offices at 633 Thompson Lane are currently closed for remodeling. All services are being provided at 442 Metroplex Drive Building D. You may also reach us at 1-800-845-4266

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Counseling

Nashville CARES is licensed by the Tennessee Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services to provide individual, couples, and group counseling. Our team of licensed counselors and therapists are experienced, compassionate, and trained in cutting-edge treatment approaches. Counseling services are confidential, tailored to meet your unique needs, and offered regardless of HIV status or ability to pay. Our therapists strive to be trauma-informed and culturally-inclusive by holding space for and honoring the experiences of each client we work with. Our services are available in person or via telehealth.

Counseling services at Nashville CARES are offered to people regardless of HIV status or ability to pay. Our team of licensed social workers, counselors and therapists are experienced in helping clients heal and address a wide array of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, relationship challenges, grief, mind-body wellness, and much more. We strive to be trauma-informed as an organization and in our work with clients. We believe in the inherent value of all people and proudly serve people of all cultural & racial backgrounds, countries of origin, sexual orientations, gender expression, body sizes, abilities, and religions.

To schedule an appointment, call the HEARTLine at 1-800-845-4266 or email counseling@nashvillecares.org

Nashville CARES offers psychotropic medication to our clients. Our Medical Director, Dr. Kristin Rager, meets with clients one-on-one to tailor a medication plan that works best for you. These services are offered in person at Nashville CARES Clinic at My House or via telehealth.

To learn more about psychotropic medication services, contact the Heartline (1-800-845-4266) or email counseling@nashvillecares.org

Our team is ready to support you on your journey towards healing and growth - see their photos and bios below. If you are interested in scheduling with one of our counselors or therapists, you can reach them by emailing counseling@nashvillecares.org.

Nashville CARES’ staff offer trainings on a variety of topics and intersectionality related to HIV, mental health, and addiction. If you are interested in having one of our therapists facilitate a training or workshop, please reach out to counseling@nashvillecares.org or call the HEARTLine at 1-800-845-4266.

Counseling services at Nashville CARES are offered to people regardless of HIV status or ability to pay. Our team of licensed social workers, counselors and therapists are experienced in helping clients heal and address a wide array of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, relationship challenges, grief, mind-body wellness, and much more. We strive to be trauma-informed as an organization and in our work with clients. We believe in the inherent value of all people and proudly serve people of all cultural & racial backgrounds, countries of origin, sexual orientations, gender expression, body sizes, abilities, and religions.

To schedule an appointment, call the HEARTLine at 1-800-845-4266 or email counseling@nashvillecares.org

Nashville CARES offers psychotropic medication to our clients. Our Medical Director, Dr. Kristin Rager, meets with clients one-on-one to tailor a medication plan that works best for you. These services are offered in person at Nashville CARES Clinic at My House or via telehealth.

To learn more about psychotropic medication services, contact the Heartline (1-800-845-4266) or email counseling@nashvillecares.org

Our team is ready to support you on your journey towards healing and growth - see their photos and bios below. If you are interested in scheduling with one of our counselors or therapists, you can reach them by emailing counseling@nashvillecares.org.

Nashville CARES’ staff offer trainings on a variety of topics and intersectionality related to HIV, mental health, and addiction. If you are interested in having one of our therapists facilitate a training or workshop, please reach out to counseling@nashvillecares.org or call the HEARTLine at 1-800-845-4266.

Lily Catalano, MSSW

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 healing and growth. Lily has training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness practice, and more.

Megan Moss, MSSW
Trauma Treatment Certification

Megan Moss (she/her) provides an accepting, nonjudgmental environment meant to empower clients to work toward healing by using a mixture of body-based therapy and breath work along with traditional talk therapy. She integrates components of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectic behavior therapy, and mindfulness for a holistic approach with clients. Megan’s practice is trauma-informed and evidence-based working from an anti-oppression lens. Her therapeutic strengths are building authentic relationships with clients, using humor as a therapy tool when appropriate, and exuding warmth.

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 is certified in Brainspotting and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). She also has training and experience in modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Neuro-Affective Relational Model, and more.

Ronellis Tunstill, LPC

Ronellis (he/him) empowers individuals with focus on self-efficacy, self-concept, and arriving at self-actualization. As a member of the community, he addresses the need for mental health services for those of the LGBT experience (specifically gay and bisexual men of color). Ronellis understands the health disparities associated with LGBT individuals that are heavily impacted by intersectionality and uses an integrative approach to address the entire person. He has experience using trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) and has a basic training in EMDR.

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We care about you and your safety! Nashville CARES’ phone numbers and emails are not crisis lines. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please contact the 24/7 Statewide Crisis Line at 1-855-CRISIS-1 (1-855-274-7471) or go to your nearest hospital emergency room.