SCIENCEWORKS
BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE
Edited and reviewed:
July 3, 2026
Reviewed by:
Complete Care for all Neurotypes
Therapy | Assessments | Coaching
ACT FOR ANXIETY RELIEF
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Anxiety in Tennessee
Acceptance and commitment therapy with licensed Tennessee therapists — stop fighting anxiety and move toward what matters, by secure telehealth statewide.
You're worn out from fighting anxious thoughts
IS ACT RIGHT FOR YOU?
A good fit if any of this sounds familiar
Values-guided ACT tailored to your anxiety and your goals
Weekly sessions with a clinician trained in ACT for anxiety
Mindfulness and acceptance skills you practice between sessions
Licensed Providers
Telehealth Nationwide*
Neuro-affirming
Private & Secure
HOW IT WORKS
What ACT is, and how it helps you live with anxiety
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is an evidence-based approach that helps you change your relationship with anxiety rather than spending all your energy trying to eliminate every anxious thought or feeling. With your therapist you learn to notice worry and fear without being ruled by them, and to unhook from the anxious thoughts that keep you stuck — a skill ACT calls psychological flexibility.
From there, the work turns outward: you reconnect with the values, people, and goals that avoidance has crowded out, and take small, meaningful steps toward the life you want — even while anxiety is still present. At ScienceWorks we adapt ACT for neurodivergent clients and co-occurring concerns, drawing on mindfulness, acceptance, and values-based strategies — structured, but never one-size-fits-all.
KEY STATISTICS ABOUT ANXIETY DISORDERS
23%
of U.S. women had an anxiety disorder in the past year, vs 14% of men
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31%
of U.S. adults will have an anxiety disorder in their lifetime
Source:
1 in 3
U.S. teens have had an anxiety disorder by age 18
Source:
WHAT TO EXPECT
Simple to start, steady and structured
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Free 15-minute consult.
We learn what's going on and answer your questions — no pressure.
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Values-guided ACT by secure telehealth statewide, or in person in Nashville.
You're paired with a clinician trained in ACT for anxiety.
Matched with an anxiety specialist.
Weekly sessions.
Payment options
As a specialty practice, we're out-of-network so we can offer the most effective, customized services.
Our payment options are transparent and flexible:
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Self-Pay: All major credit cards; FAS/HSA eligible
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Payment Plans: 6-months interest-free for approved clients via CareCredit
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Superbills Provided
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Out-of-Network: Up to 90% reimbursement for qualifying plans
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
Specialized, supervised, clinically reviewed
Your ACT for anxiety care is delivered by a team of licensed providers with specialized training in anxiety treatment and experience supporting neurodivergent clients. We match you with a clinician who uses ACT for anxiety — not a generalist.
Dr. Kiesa Kelly (she/her)
Owner & Psychologist
Ryan Burns (he/him)
Practice Director
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE SCIENCEWORKS
Independent, evidence-based, affirming
Because we're independent and out-of-network, your care is driven by what actually helps — not by insurance limits or session caps.
You're matched with a clinician who uses ACT for anxiety, an evidence-based, values-based approach — not a generalist.
Care is anxiety-informed and neurodivergent-affirming, by secure telehealth across Tennessee, with in-person visits at our Nashville office.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions
Is ACT for anxiety available online or in person?
ScienceWorks offers ACT for anxiety by secure telehealth to anyone in Tennessee, and in person at our Nashville office for those who prefer it. Most clients choose online sessions, which remove travel and let you start from home; in-person visits in Nashville are available on request.
Does ACT mean I just have to accept anxiety?
No. Acceptance in ACT means making room for anxious thoughts and feelings so they hold less power over you — not giving up or resigning yourself to anxiety. You build skills to unhook from anxious thinking and take meaningful action toward what matters, at your own pace.
What does ACT for anxiety cost, and do you take insurance?
We're an out-of-network, self-pay practice, so insurance session caps don't limit your care. We accept all major cards (FSA/HSA eligible), offer interest-free payment plans, and provide monthly superbills for possible out-of-network reimbursement. We review fees before any ongoing sessions.
*Therapy and assessments available in the following states (coaching available worldwide):
Work with us locally:
AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, WI, WY
2603 Elm Hill Pike, Suite C
Nashville, TN 37214
Disclaimer: This page provides general educational information and is not a substitute for mental health diagnosis or treatment. Reading this page does not create a therapist–client relationship with ScienceWorks Behavioral Healthcare. If you are in crisis or may be at risk of harm to yourself or others, call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or call/text 988 (U.S.). Additional emergency support can be found here: Emergency Resources.