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Carolyn Smith Goings
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
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Carolyn Smith Goings

Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD (she, her)

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Dyersburg, TN 38024
Let's Connect (731) 747-4035
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I have been a counseling pastor since 1993 and in private practice since 2016, using person-centered, spiritual direction, coaching methodologies. I am a board-certified chaplain with many years helping people going through medical crises and losses. I've also done extensive work with clients raising special needs children and with adoption-related challenges. Another part of my practice is with clients whose loved ones are dealing with substance abuse and other addictions. My work also includes helping families impacted by incarceration. Another area of my practice is support for gay and queer people rejected by religious groups.
My clients are from various racial groups, including couples in mixed racial marriages and mixed racial clients working on stronger family connections and positive identify formation. My own religious background is progressive Christian. My clients include people of all faiths and no faiths, and Christians of all gender identities and sexual orientations.
Spiritual direction and prayer is always available and appropriate whenever requested, though never imposed. I provide judgement-free space in which all clients, religious or not, can share their experiences and explore their choices. If you would like to talk about any of your concerns, I will listen and will assist you in setting goals and achieving them.
Call or Carolyn Smith Goings now for a free 15 minute consultation - (731) 747-4035

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Dyersburg, TN 38024

(731) 747-4035
I am available at flexible times for clients who need appointments after usual business hours. I welcome all. I am a LGBTQ ally.
I specialize in Grief, Racial Identity and Spirituality 
$75 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (731) 747-4035
Photo of Carolyn Smith Goings, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Dyersburg, TN 38024

(731) 747-4035
I am available at flexible times for clients who need appointments after usual business hours. I welcome all. I am a LGBTQ ally.
I specialize in Grief, Racial Identity and Spirituality 
$75 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $75
  • Couple Sessions $125
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Paypal, Venmo, Zelle
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My fees can be modified, depending on your requirements. I will be glad to discuss a cost adjustment as needed.
Photo of Carolyn Smith Goings, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Carolyn Smith Goings
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (731) 747-4035
"
My fees can be modified, depending on your requirements. I will be glad to discuss a cost adjustment as needed.
Photo of Carolyn Smith Goings, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Carolyn Smith Goings
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (731) 747-4035

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Ronald Paul McDonald (Tennessee / 35) Carolyn Smith Goings
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Attended Antioch University, PhD, Graduated 2016
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Goddard College Master of Fine Arts / 2006
  • Degree/Diploma from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary Master of Divinity / 1993
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I am completing another PhD: Advanced Clinical Practices in Mental Health Counseling at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee.
Photo of Carolyn Smith Goings, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Carolyn Smith Goings
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (731) 747-4035
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I am completing another PhD: Advanced Clinical Practices in Mental Health Counseling at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Carolyn Smith Goings
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (731) 747-4035

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Grief
  • Racial Identity
  • Spirituality

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Adoption
  • Career Counseling
  • Divorce
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
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Although I primarily offer online sessions, in-person sessions can be arranged at limited times. Let's talk about your preference and my availability to meet you. For an online appointment, I can be available at flexible times convenient for you, including after usual business hours.
Photo of Carolyn Smith Goings, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Carolyn Smith Goings
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (731) 747-4035
"
Although I primarily offer online sessions, in-person sessions can be arranged at limited times. Let's talk about your preference and my availability to meet you. For an online appointment, I can be available at flexible times convenient for you, including after usual business hours.
Photo of Carolyn Smith Goings, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Carolyn Smith Goings
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (731) 747-4035

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Person-Centered
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I provide spiritually-integrated, client-centered pastoral counseling for persons of all faiths and for those who are not religious. I welcome clients of all gender identities, sexual orientations, and ethnicities. Tell me your story and your goals. I will listen. You will set the pace in reaching your objectives. I will help you achieve them.
Photo of Carolyn Smith Goings, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Carolyn Smith Goings
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (731) 747-4035
"
I provide spiritually-integrated, client-centered pastoral counseling for persons of all faiths and for those who are not religious. I welcome clients of all gender identities, sexual orientations, and ethnicities. Tell me your story and your goals. I will listen. You will set the pace in reaching your objectives. I will help you achieve them.
Photo of Carolyn Smith Goings, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Carolyn Smith Goings
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (731) 747-4035

Location

Primary Location

Dyersburg, TN 38024

(731) 747-4035
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I am available at flexible times for clients who need appointments after usual business hours. I welcome all. I am a LGBTQ ally.
Photo of Carolyn Smith Goings, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Carolyn Smith Goings
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (731) 747-4035
"
I am available at flexible times for clients who need appointments after usual business hours. I welcome all. I am a LGBTQ ally.
Photo of Carolyn Smith Goings, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Carolyn Smith Goings
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (731) 747-4035