Available
he/him
Alexander CareyLCSW
Nice to meet you
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist, as well as the founder of Ascend Therapy Nashville. I believe therapy is both an art and a science, and it’s my role to create a warm, welcoming, and effective environment for your work. While not an exact science, therapy is most helpful when grounded in solid evidence. I help you rediscover your values, build new tools and insights, and take committed action. I draw from several evidence-based approaches—in other words, I do therapy that works.
About Alexander
Location
Virtual, Tennessee
Insurance Accepted
Blue Shield of Tennessee, Centivo, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Out-of-pocket
Communication Style
Affirming, Authentic, Calming, Contemporary, Open-minded
Focus areas
Anger Issues, Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Grief, Individual Therapy, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, Panic, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Sexual Assault/Sexual Abuse, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma, Workplace Stress
Experienced with
Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Blended families, First responders, Geriatric clients, Parents, Students, Veterans
Years of Experience
11+
I help you rediscover your values, build new tools and insights, and take committed action.
License number
#6172
Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Prolonged Exposure
Languages Spoken
English
Education
MSW - Social Work, University of Tennessee
Interests
I'm not easy to pigeonhole. I'm a dedicated follower of Boston sports (especially the Red Sox and Celtics), Vanderbilt basketball and football, and Cornell hockey. I'm also a voracious reader who enjoys science fiction and history. I like tentpole movies (Marvel, Star Wars, etc.) as well as independent and foreign films. I enjoy a hike. I'm also the father of two neurodivergent children and enjoy spending time with and learning from them.