Deborah Adams
Deborah Adams, MAPC
CCPT (Certified Clinical Pastoral Therapist), Personal/Life Coach Verified by Christian Care Connect
States currently licensed in
TN
Locations
TN
Accepting New Clients
Yes
Accepting Referrals
No
My heart is to help other grow through the challenges of life to become who they were intended to be. I understand that challenging relationships, situations, and illnesses can significantly shape and guide emotions, choices, and outlooks, often leaving individuals feeling like they are merely surviving rather than thriving. I offer a compassionate approach to help clients navigate their challenges and find their way into a more fulfilling life. Using the framework of God’s word, we will explore and confront root causes to life’s challenges to foster healthy relationships with yourself, with your faith, and others. I offer Counseling & Life Coaching depending on your needs and goals. I offer a complimentary 20-minute consultation to answer your questions, get to know your situation and goals, & determine if I am the counselor or coach to walk forward with you. Renewed hope for tomorrow can begin with your first step today. I look forward to meeting you.
Practice Description
I am a Christian Therapist undergoing the TN licensure process & a Professional Life Coach. I bring 22 yrs experience in the field working with Individuals, Couples & Families (pre-teen thru elder). I provide a warm empathetic telehealth environment to allow my clients place to sort through the trials of life. I bring the wisdom of God’s word utilizing empirical methods on an as needed basis to offer a full rounded holistic approach to healing. My practice serves clients facing issues resulting from: trauma, abuse, personality disorders, relationship issues, forgiveness, hope, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, anger, life transitions, career change, disability/chronic illness, health & wellness, & spiritual identity issues. I am able to coach or counsel any of these issues. I am only accepting counseling clients within the state of TN. I accept coaching clients in and outside of TN. My practice is private pay only, I accept no insurances for payment.
Visit my website at www.restoringthebrokenhearted.com
Bibliography
M.A. Pastoral Counseling, Moravian Theological Seminary (2010); B.A. Psychology, Muhlenberg College (2006); Post Grad Certificate, Trauma & Co-Occurring Disorders, Drexel University (2012); Diploma, Clinical Pastoral Education/1unit, Lehigh Valley Hospital (2011); Diploma & Certificate, Professional Life Coaching, Light University (2024); Diplomas & Certificate, Life Coaching, The Institute for Life Coach Training (2016); Diploma & Certificate, Health & Wellness Coaching, American Council on Exercise (2000)
I presently hold a temporary license in Tennessee as a Clinical Pastoral Therapist (Tennessee #CPT70) and am under the Supervision of Richard Bruehl, PhD, CPT (Tennessee #CPT52)
Professional Affiliations
Tennessee Association of Pastoral Therapists (TNAPT) since 2023, American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) since 2020; International Christian Coaching Association (ICCA) since 2024, Christian Counseling Educational Foundation (CCEF) since 2005;
LET'S CONNECT
MY PRACTICE AT A GLANCE
PO Box 13 , 910 Georgia Ave, TN 37401
1-404-519-8773
Deborah Adams
(404) 519-8773
deb.tilm@gmail.com
Offers Telehealth
Monday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Treatment Services
Psychosocial Evaluations (Non-psychologist psychotherapists)
75-90 min
Individual Sessions
50-60 min
Other Sessions
Couples Sessions
Family Sessions
Telehealth
Psychological Testing
No
Ages
Preteen (11-12)
Adolescent (13-17)
Adult (18-70)
Senior (70+)
Types of Therapy
Talk Therapies
Interventions for unhealthy patterns of decisions/behaviors
Psychodynamic
Strength-Based
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Other
Treatment Issue
Top Specialties
Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Stress
Women’s issues
Relationship/Social Anxiety or Struggles
Personality Disorders
Obsessive compulsive disorder
Medical Issues – Acute or Chronic
Marriage Issues
Grief
Family Struggles
Faith Struggles
Dual Diagnosis
Depression
Career counseling
Body Image Struggles
Anxiety
Anger
Abuse (current)
ADHD
Codependency
Borderline personality disorder
Weight loss
Spiritual struggles
Self harm
Self esteem
Narcissistic personality disorder
Eating disorders
Moral Injury (MI)
Strengths
Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Relationship/Social Anxiety or Struggles
Personality Disorders
Spiritual struggles
Faith Struggles
Anger
Grief
Loss
Stress
Anxiety
Depression
Medical Issues – Acute or Chronic
Biblical Integration - Verbally integrating Biblical principles, passages, doctrines, stories, and information into your treatment session
Yes
Do you utilize homework's assignments for patients to do in between sessions?
Yes
Finances
Cost Per Session
Evaluations
90 min $140
Individual Sessions
60 min $90
Couples Sessions
75-90 min $115-$140
Payment Methods Accepted
Cash
Credit Card
Zelle
Do you accept payment plans
Yes
Do you provide or work with an organization that provides loans for treatment
No
Qualifications
License Number
State License
CPT70
School
Moravian Theological Seminary
Masters Degree
Muhlenberg College
Undergrad
Professional Associations
AACC
Other
Location
Primary Location
PO Box 13 , 910 Georgia Ave, TN 37401
(404) 519-8773
Nearby Areas
Cities
Chattanooga
Cleveland
Nashville
Franklin
Knoxville
Murfreesboro
South Pittsburg
Fort Oglethorpe
Ringgold
Rossville
Counties
Bradley
Hamilton
Sequatchie
Polk
Davidson
Rutherford
Williamson
Knox
McMinn
Marion
Zips
37402
37320
37024
37068
37027
37909
37128
30742
30736
Zip: 30736
Zip: 30742
Zip: 37320
Zip: 37402
Zip: 37909
Zip: 37128
Zip: 37024
Zip: 37027
Zip: 37068