LCSW
Kim Padula , LCSW
Therapist in Tennessee
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About Kim
Kim favors a strength-based outlook. She looks for what is working as well as what is hard. Early sessions review personal history and the relationships that have shaped someone. Together with the client she identifies clear goals for therapy.
Sessions are collaborative and focused on practical change as well as insight. Kim uses methods drawn from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior ideas, existential questions, and Jungian perspectives. Techniques are chosen to match each person's needs and preferences.
She outlines a plan and checks in regularly to see how it is working. If goals or circumstances change, the plan is revised. This team approach keeps therapy targeted and flexible.
Kim earned a master of social work and has been licensed since 1995. She brings 26 years of clinical experience to her work in Tennessee and with international clients. Communication is straightforward and aimed at helping people move toward clearer choices and more manageable daily life.
Therapeutic approaches and online options
Kim uses client-centered therapy to build a supportive working relationship and to follow the person's concerns and goals; this approach helps when someone needs a calm, attentive space to talk through issues and clarify decisions. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to practice concrete strategies that reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and panic.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kim will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, preferences, and life situation. Sessions begin with a review of history and objectives, and the plan is adjusted as progress is made.
Online therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible options. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and interactive skill-building. Phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging support ongoing reflection, brief coaching, or check-ins between longer sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to access licensed professionals from different locations.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kim commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship issues, self-esteem concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include caregiver stress, mood disorders, panic, and midlife transitions.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her work is collaborative and strength-based, blending client-centered skills with cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior techniques. She also draws on existential and Jungian ideas to help with meaning and identity questions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kim has been practicing since 1995 and brings 26 years of clinical experience to her work. That background informs how she assesses history, sets goals, and adjusts treatment over time.
Where is she located and what credential does she hold?
She practices in Tennessee and holds the LCSW credential. The profile notes licensure as TN LCSW.
Which languages are supported and can she see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she does accept international clients.
What session formats are available for remote work?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and communication preferences.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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Experience
26+ years
Licensed
Tennessee
Languages
English