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Edited and reviewed:
June 10, 2026
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I-CBT FOR CHRONIC WORRY
I-CBT for generalized anxiety in Tennessee
Inference-based therapy for generalized anxiety helps you step out of the "what if" worry loop — by secure telehealth with licensed clinicians across Tennessee.
Your mind runs worst-case "what ifs" on a loop
IS I-CBT RIGHT FOR YOU?
Worth considering if this sounds like you
Inference-based therapy that targets the worry reasoning, with no exposure drills
Weekly telehealth sessions with a clinician trained in i-CBT for anxiety
Practical skills to question the "what if" and reconnect with what's real
Licensed Providers
Telehealth Nationwide*
Neuro-affirming
Private & Secure
HOW I-CBT WORKS
What i-CBT is, and how it eases chronic worry
Inference-based cognitive behavioral therapy (i-CBT) is an evidence-based talk therapy with a clear focus. In generalized anxiety, worry usually starts with a what if — what if something goes wrong, what if I can't cope — that feels urgent even when nothing around you says there's a real threat.
i-CBT calls the engine behind that worry inferential confusion: trusting an imagined possibility over what your senses and experience actually tell you. Rather than only managing symptoms or forcing positive thoughts, your clinician helps you see how each worry is built and reconnect with reality, so the what if loses its grip. It's a collaborative, reasoning-focused approach, and many people find it a more comfortable fit than exposure-heavy methods.
KEY STATISTICS ABOUT GENERALIZED ANXIETY
5.7%
of U.S. adults will have generalized anxiety in their life
Source:
3.4%
past-year GAD among women, vs 1.9% among men
Source:
1 in 3
of adults with GAD have serious impairment
Source:
WHAT TO EXPECT
Clear, steady steps from the first call
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Free 15-minute consult.
We hear what the worry has been like and answer your questions — no pressure.
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Structured i-CBT on a secure video platform, anywhere in Tennessee.
You're paired with a clinician trained in i-CBT for anxiety.
Matched with an anxiety clinician.
Weekly telehealth 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 anxiety care, clinically reviewed
Your i-CBT care is delivered by licensed Tennessee clinicians with specialized training in anxiety and inference-based therapy, and experience supporting neurodivergent clients. You're matched with a clinician experienced in anxiety — not a generalist.
Dr. Kiesa Kelly (she/her)
Owner & Psychologist
Ryan Burns (he/him)
Practice Director
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE SCIENCEWORKS
Reasoning-focused, evidence-based, affirming
Because we're independent and out-of-network, your care follows what actually helps the worry — not insurance limits or session caps.
You're matched with a clinician trained in i-CBT, a reasoning-focused approach to anxiety — not a one-size-fits-all worksheet.
Care is neurodivergent-affirming and delivered by secure telehealth across Tennessee, so support reaches you wherever you are.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions
Is i-CBT available online, or do I need to come in person?
ScienceWorks provides i-CBT for anxiety entirely online by secure telehealth, to clients located in Tennessee during sessions. There's no in-person option — you meet from home or wherever you're comfortable, which removes travel as a barrier to starting care.
How is i-CBT different from regular CBT for worry?
Traditional CBT often challenges anxious thoughts or builds coping skills. i-CBT works one step earlier — on the reasoning that makes a "what if" feel real in the first place — so the worry has less to stand on. Many people find it a natural, less effortful fit.
Will I have to do exposure exercises?
No. i-CBT doesn't rely on deliberate exposure. Instead, it helps you see how each worry is built and rebuild trust in your own judgment and senses, so the "what if" loosens its hold. It's collaborative and paced with you.
*Therapy and assessments available in the following states (coaching available worldwide):
AL, AZ, AR, CA, 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
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. S 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.