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Turning crises into hope and calm for 27 years with short-term goal-oriented 90-min. sessions to stabilize and return you to life ASAP. -Telehealth only -Licensed in 1988 -Private practice since 1997 in Chattanooga, TN -Initial triage consultation is free (15-30 minutes) -Assessment forms provide an overview highlighting past and current events influencing your reality now -Life situations can be developmental - not always pathological -Education can help address life's challenges -It's not all about your parents; history can influence current coping -Be ready to explore more ways to cope with people & events -You determine $ amount I focus on current events - personal or loved one's life, medical, job-career, etc: death, loss, grief, life adjustment, suicide, homicide, human trafficking, disaster, frustration tolerance or intolerance, etc. -Various treatment modalities such as psychoeducation, problem-solving, Reality Therapy, CBT, TFT, Gestalt, etc. No marriage & family therapy. Life can be tough: -Unexpected ups & downs and abrupt left & right turns -Things happen quickly and can overwhelm -I can't change life events -I can help you explore ways to cope and get to the "next normal." -Regain positive momentum and be the best you possible -Free 15-30 minute consult -You determine payment amount - no minimum. Let's get started . . . Specialties: I will investigate if medical issues may be driving your current issues. I may ask you some medical questions top rule out medical issues. If I am still concerned about your medical status, I may ask you to consider consulting with your medical care provider. I will ask about any psychological emergencies active right now. We work together to address current issues impacting your life and goals. Credentials & Experience: National Certified Counselor - National Certified Gerontological Counselor - National Certified Psychologist - Traumatologist; Green Cross - Board Certified in Comprehensive, School and University Acute Traumatic Stress Management - Certified Traumatic Stress Consultant; others listed on website.
"I am traditionally trained in psychology. That means I have studied various theories and treatment modalities - such as Gestalt, Client-Centered Therapy, Reality Therapy, Logo Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Thought Field Therapy (TFT), etc. I will customize your sessions by utilizing various theories and techniques."
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15 min · Online
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Verified by Calm at Home
Licensed · PhD, SPE-HSP, NCC, EAP-C, FAAETS
Sam D. Bernard · Verified March 2026
Education and Years in Practice
Attended Columbia State Consortium, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in , Graduated 1998
Additional Credentials
Membership from Employee Assistance Professionals Association
2017
Membership from Florida State University / Green Cross Projects
1998
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Each client self-determines the amount paid at the end of each session - doesn't have to be the same amount each time. Do not divert funds from food, shelter, clothing, safety, electricity, etc. No payments over time. No minimum (or maximum) amount. No insurance billing. Credit card payments only.
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I am traditionally trained in psychology. That means I have studied various theories and treatment modalities - such as Gestalt, Client-Centered Therapy, Reality Therapy, Logo Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Thought Field Therapy (TFT), etc. I will customize your sessions by utilizing various theories and techniques.
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