Licensed clinical social worker recordTennessee
Kim Padula, LCSW
Tennessee
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Addictions
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Tennessee
- LCSW, licence 3352
- NPI
- 1467415018
- Experience
- 26 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Tennessee
These details come from information Kim supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
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About Kim
Kim Padula is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Tennessee with 26 years of practice. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, anger, relationship struggles, career concerns, and caregiving strain.
Kim trained in psychology at Vanderbilt University and earned a master's in Clinical Social Work. She uses a strength-based outlook, noticing what already works for a person while also looking at vulnerabilities. Sessions focus on perspective, accountability, and practical steps rather than only talking about problems.
Early work in therapy begins with a clear review of a person's history. Kim pays attention to the experiences and relationships that shaped someone. From there she and the person set specific objectives and build a plan for the work ahead.
Her style is collaborative. Techniques draw on well-known approaches such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. The plan is checked and revised as progress and new issues appear.
Kim also brings attention to midlife and aging concerns, caregiver stress, first responder issues, and recovery from substance problems. She includes discussions of life purpose, codependency, and communication patterns when these are relevant.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Kim notes that the subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time, and session costs vary by location.
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Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions can work
Kim uses Client-Centered Therapy in a way that focuses on the person's own goals and perspectives, offering space to talk through what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and to build practical skills for mood and anxiety problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are offered to help with emotional regulation and distress tolerance when strong emotions or impulsive responses cause trouble.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist and client will review needs, goals, and preferences together and pick methods that fit. Plans can be adjusted as the work progresses, so the approach evolves with the client's changing priorities.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, since formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins during workday breaks. They can also let someone continue work across geographic moves, and provide options for quieter surroundings or sessions without video when that suits someone better. Ask about current session options when you schedule the first appointment.
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Experience
26+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem, relationship and career issues among others.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is collaborative and strength-based. She combines practical techniques with a review of life history to set clear goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 26 years of experience, with a background in psychology and a master's in Clinical Social Work.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is an LCSW licensed in Tennessee.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are accepted.
How are sessions paid for and how much do they cost?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to start working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers