Kari Story, LPC, TN | Psychotherapist

About Kari Story

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Therapy

Couples Therapy

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Culturally Sensitive

Emotionally Focused

Dialectical (DBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kari Story

Hi there, I'm Kari! My name is Kari Dragovan-Story MS, LPC-MHSP. I am independently licensed in the state of TN with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and specializations in Trauma/Crisis, EMDR, and addictions. I believe when people are heard, understood, and empowered to heal, they can tackle even the most difficult challenges in their lives. My approach I am an active therapist in helping to identify and manage presenting problems through the use of EMDR, CBT, DBT, solution-focused, and trauma-focused approaches (we'll work together to find the right modality for you!). My focus I work with children to adults, usually with mood, thought, relationship issues, and personality challenges. This includes anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship issues, personality disorders, self-harm/acute therapy, and solution-focused approaches, etc. My communication style I bring a lot of energy to our sessions; I make sure I am tuned into you and provide a client-centered environment. I am an active therapist, who oftentimes leans on humor- because therapy can seem daunting, but we're in this together. My journey to mental healthcare I was a military spouse and have experienced many life situations where I have gained the knowledge and experience one might look for in a therapist. I continue to work part-time at an inpatient hospital to stay abreast in current challenges to various populations, which I think helps bring evidenced-based experience that isn't typically seen in a private practice clinician. I have always known I wanted to be either a therapist or a school teacher, because learning coping skills (and how to communicate those skills) really does involve listening, compassion, empathy, and a view that we are in this together. My goals for you I ask clients what they'd like to see in their lives/situations and work with them to create realistic steps in developing the live they envision.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Tennessee

Education and training

Walden University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1568032860

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Kari Story?

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What practice does Kari Story work with?

Kari Story works with Rula Health - Tennessee.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kari Story?

Kari Story frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Kari Story on their profile.