Hi! I'm Kara with Wise Roots Therapy. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating trauma, perinatal mental health, mood concerns, & attachment wounds. I received my Masters in Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis in 2013, and since then I have worked in a variety of community health and mental health settings, including Crider Health Center, Centerstone, Nashville Cares, and the Sexual Assault Center. In my 10+ years of social work, I have learned that when people feel safe, seen, and truly known, they find powerful new ways to connect with themselves and connect with others.

I am an EMDR certified and perinatal mental health certified therapist. I have pursued extensive training in trauma-informed, attachment-based modalities such as SAFE EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Attachment, Self-Regulation and Competency (ARC). In addition, I have completed 3 years of training with the Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute. I utilize a holistic and collaborative approach to help process painful experiences, explore new coping strategies, and increase resources to help you heal.

In addition to clinical work, I have also enjoyed working as a supervisor and have supervised trauma focused programs, case managers, and master’s level social work interns. I now offer supervision for social workers who are licensed at the master’s level and are interested in pursuing their own clinical licensure. I believe supervision works best as a collaborative process rooted in the belief that everyone has unique insights, strengths, and wisdom. I have pursued training in the art of supervision, TN laws and ethics, and the empowerment model of supervision to best support you on your journey.