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Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate

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Nashville, TN 37212
Welcome New Clients! I believe in the resilience of people who are doing the best they can and want better. I've helped clients navigate challenges in their relationships, families, school & workplace. Together, we've addressed: anxiety & depression; substance use; grief, stress, & burnout; abandonment & neglect, shame & self-confidence; and trauma including rape, sexual assault, and child sexual abuse. My mission is to ensure you feel heard, supported, & empowered to achieve your goals and experience your best life.
My counseling style is compassionate and collaborative. I provide space that is safe and affirming for people of all ages, abilities, genders, backgrounds, beliefs, & identities. I listen. I never judge or blame. I believe clients. Sessions are filled with invitations to explore, not expectations. I ask. I never push. You decide what gets discussed.
Maybe someone suggested therapy. You wonder if it could help. You need someone to listen, understand, provide options, not a diagnosis. Not sure? Reach out to me with your questions. There is no obligation. Start or stop therapy anytime. You determine the pace. It's your life. I look forward to hearing all about it, when you are ready. Take care.
Call or Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate now for a free 15 minute consultation - (615) 576-3480

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

Kinnard Building

Nashville, TN 37212

(615) 576-3480
I offer in-person appointments on Saturday and Sunday. My office is located in South Nashville, near I-440 and 21st Ave South exit.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Substance Use and Depression 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (615) 576-3480
Photo of Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

Kinnard Building

Nashville, TN 37212

(615) 576-3480
I offer in-person appointments on Saturday and Sunday. My office is located in South Nashville, near I-440 and 21st Ave South exit.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Substance Use and Depression 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

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

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Zelle

Insurance

  • I don't accept insurance
  • Out of Network
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I provide a superbill you can use to seek reimbursement from an insurance provider or HSA. Please verify benefits before our 1st session.
Photo of Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 576-3480
"
I provide a superbill you can use to seek reimbursement from an insurance provider or HSA. Please verify benefits before our 1st session.
Photo of Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 576-3480

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Tennessee / 951 Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 35 years
  • Attended University of Tennessee, MSSW, Graduated 1989
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with National Association of Social Workers 884306895 / 1988
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I am a Clinician with 35 years combined experience as a licensed therapist, clinical services director, & nonprofit leader. I am licensed to practice in Tennessee and Iowa and hold additional certification as a Clinical Trauma Professional through Evergreen Certifications.
Photo of Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 576-3480
"
I am a Clinician with 35 years combined experience as a licensed therapist, clinical services director, & nonprofit leader. I am licensed to practice in Tennessee and Iowa and hold additional certification as a Clinical Trauma Professional through Evergreen Certifications.
Photo of Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 576-3480

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Substance Use
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Burn-out & Compassion Fatigue
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Coping Skills
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Assault & Harassment
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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Many clients feel anxious about starting therapy, worried they will re-live their trauma or lose control of their emotions. During our initial sessions we address those concerns and create a plan, so you know what to expect from therapy. We'll learn about your window of tolerance. You will come away with answers about why you feel as you do and options for moving forward.
Photo of Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 576-3480
"
Many clients feel anxious about starting therapy, worried they will re-live their trauma or lose control of their emotions. During our initial sessions we address those concerns and create a plan, so you know what to expect from therapy. We'll learn about your window of tolerance. You will come away with answers about why you feel as you do and options for moving forward.
Photo of Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 576-3480


Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • 12-Step Recovery Integration
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I often begin with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to explore what happened and how thoughts affect emotions and experience. I incorporate somatic approaches as there are times the thinking brain is offline and the body is doing all the "talking." You will learn why this happens and how Mindfulness Practice helps people ground so they get back in charge of their thoughts and feelings.
Photo of Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 576-3480
"
I often begin with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to explore what happened and how thoughts affect emotions and experience. I incorporate somatic approaches as there are times the thinking brain is offline and the body is doing all the "talking." You will learn why this happens and how Mindfulness Practice helps people ground so they get back in charge of their thoughts and feelings.
Photo of Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 576-3480

Location

Primary Location

Kinnard Building

Nashville, TN 37212

(615) 576-3480
"
I offer in-person appointments on Saturday and Sunday. My office is located in South Nashville, near I-440 and 21st Ave South exit.
Photo of Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (615) 576-3480
"
I offer in-person appointments on Saturday and Sunday. My office is located in South Nashville, near I-440 and 21st Ave South exit.
Photo of Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (615) 576-3480