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Karen Chambless

Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC (she, her)

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Chattanooga, TN 37405
You've always been the one who figures everything out—the dependable one, the capable one. But lately, the strategies that helped you get through life aren't working anymore. Maybe you're burned out, questioning your faith, navigating a late ADHD or autism diagnosis, coming out, grieving, or simply wondering why you can't keep pushing through. I help thoughtful Queer and neurodivergent adults untangle burnout, religious trauma, deconstruction, identity shifts, anxiety, and chronic self-doubt so they can reconnect with themselves and move forward with greater clarity and self-trust.
As a Queer & neurodivergent therapist with lived experience in conservative religious culture, I understand the complexities of religious trauma and deconstruction. You won't have to explain why leaving a high-control environment can affect your relationships, identity, nervous system, and sense of self.
I offer online therapy throughout Tennessee, including extended 90-minute to 3-hour sessions for people who benefit from more spacious, depth-oriented work. If you've spent years trying to figure everything out on your own, therapy can be a place to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and begin trusting your own voice again.
Call or Karen Chambless now for a free 15 minute consultation - (423) 214-2146

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Society of Work Northshore

Chattanooga, TN 37405

(423) 214-2146
My website
I provide online therapy for clients across Tennessee. Sessions are generally 45 or 90 minutes.
I specialize in Religious Trauma, Anxiety and LGBTQ+ 
$140 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
Hi! I love laughing in therapy and am here for the big feelers and deep thinkers. Let's co-create meaningful stories with the time we have.
Karen Chambless
Let's Connect (423) 214-2146
Photo of Karen Chambless, Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Society of Work Northshore

Chattanooga, TN 37405

(423) 214-2146
My website
I provide online therapy for clients across Tennessee. Sessions are generally 45 or 90 minutes.
I specialize in Religious Trauma, Anxiety and LGBTQ+ 
$140 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
Hi! I love laughing in therapy and am here for the big feelers and deep thinkers. Let's co-create meaningful stories with the time we have.
Karen Chambless

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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I do not accept insurance but am happy to provide paperwork for out-of-network reimbursement if available to you. My standard session fee is $140 for 45-minute sessions and $299 for 90-minute sessions.
Photo of Karen Chambless, Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Karen Chambless
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (423) 214-2146
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I do not accept insurance but am happy to provide paperwork for out-of-network reimbursement if available to you. My standard session fee is $140 for 45-minute sessions and $299 for 90-minute sessions.
Photo of Karen Chambless, Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Karen Chambless
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (423) 214-2146

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Tennessee / 6044 Karen Chambless
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from National Board for Certified Counselors 1600536 / 2021
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In addition to my license and national certification, I have advanced training in treating complex and religious trauma.
Photo of Karen Chambless, Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Karen Chambless
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (423) 214-2146
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In addition to my license and national certification, I have advanced training in treating complex and religious trauma.
Photo of Karen Chambless, Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Karen Chambless
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (423) 214-2146

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Religious Trauma
  • Anxiety
  • LGBTQ+

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • Bisexual
  • Burnout
  • Deconstruction
  • Gay
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • Life Transitions
  • Spirituality
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in working with thoughtful, queer and neurodivergent adults whose old ways of coping have stopped working. Whether you're navigating religious trauma, faith deconstruction, burnout, grief, a late neurodivergent diagnosis, or another major identity shift, therapy offers space to reconnect with yourself, rebuild self-trust, and move forward with greater clarity.
Photo of Karen Chambless, Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Karen Chambless
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (423) 214-2146
"
I specialize in working with thoughtful, queer and neurodivergent adults whose old ways of coping have stopped working. Whether you're navigating religious trauma, faith deconstruction, burnout, grief, a late neurodivergent diagnosis, or another major identity shift, therapy offers space to reconnect with yourself, rebuild self-trust, and move forward with greater clarity.
Photo of Karen Chambless, Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Karen Chambless
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (423) 214-2146

Endorsement

Dr. Jenna Brownfield LGBTQ Therapist
Dr. Jenna Brownfield LGBTQ Therapist
PsychologistPhDLP
Karen is so thoughtful and easy to talk to. She has a great understanding of how religious trauma stays with you, even after you leave your religion. I love being able to share Karen's name with LGBTQ+ folks looking for religious trauma therapy!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Feminist
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Narrative
  • Strength-Based
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I don't use "copy and paste" techniques that you could just google for yourself. I incorporate the therapy approaches listed as well as others to find just the right words, metaphors, and reframes that fit your experience. I will never tell you something that I don't believe, and I prioritize respect and open-mindedness towards clients.
Photo of Karen Chambless, Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Karen Chambless
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (423) 214-2146
"
I don't use "copy and paste" techniques that you could just google for yourself. I incorporate the therapy approaches listed as well as others to find just the right words, metaphors, and reframes that fit your experience. I will never tell you something that I don't believe, and I prioritize respect and open-mindedness towards clients.
Photo of Karen Chambless, Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Karen Chambless
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (423) 214-2146

Location

Primary Location

Society of Work Northshore

Chattanooga, TN 37405

(423) 214-2146

Nearby Areas

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I provide online therapy for clients across Tennessee. Sessions are generally 45 or 90 minutes.
Photo of Karen Chambless, Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Karen Chambless
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (423) 214-2146
"
I provide online therapy for clients across Tennessee. Sessions are generally 45 or 90 minutes.
Photo of Karen Chambless, Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Karen Chambless
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (423) 214-2146