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Alex Carey

LCSW Ascend Therapy Nashville
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, Adjustment Disorder,
In network with Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna, Optum, Oscar,

Introduction

Mental health treatment should be accessible, affordable and - most of all - effective. That is my belief (and my commitment), and it shapes how I approach my work as a therapist. I love helping clients who are stuck but also ready to explore new ways to move forward. Whether it's sadness that won't go away, debilitating anxiety, or the profound impact of traumatic stressors, I have years of experience and advanced training that I draw upon to help clients chart new pathways.

GENDER Male
PRONOUNS He/Him/His
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW #6172 (TN)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Coaching

Communities

  • Military/Veterans
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • HIV/AIDS
  • LGBTQIA+

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Agnostic
  • Atheist
  • Buddhist
  • Catholic
  • Christian
  • Hindu
  • Islam
  • Jewish
  • Latter-day Saints/Mormon

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Alex Carey accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Optum
  • Oscar
  • Out of Network

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Self-pay rate $150

Locations

Maryland Farms
Brentwood, TN 37027-1041
Telehealth

Professional Information

Certifications

  • CBT
  • Trauma
  • ACT

Professional Affiliations

  • National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

FAQ

Is Alex Carey accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Alex Carey is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Alex Carey also offers a free consultation.
Does Alex Carey offer telehealth appointments? Alex Carey does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Alex Carey specialize in? Alex Carey specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Aging, Alcohol Use, Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Caregiver Issues, Chronic Pain, Communication Issues, Coping Skills, Depression, Diabetes, Divorce, Gender Identity, Grief, Infidelity, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Loneliness, Marital and Premarital, Men's Issues, Military/Veteran's Issues, PTSD, Trauma, and Burnout.
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