SCIENCEWORKS
BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE
Edited and reviewed:
June 10, 2026
Reviewed by:
Complete Care for all Neurotypes
Therapy | Assessments | Coaching
TEEN & FAMILY TRAUMA CARE
Teen trauma therapy in Nashville, Tennessee
Trauma-informed therapy for teens with steady coaching for caregivers, by secure telehealth across Nashville and Tennessee, so home feels calmer and safer.
Anger, shutdown, or anxiety since something happened
IS TEEN TRAUMA THERAPY A FIT?
A good fit if your family wants a plan
Teen-focused therapy paired with practical coaching for caregivers
Stabilization and emotion-regulation skills before any trauma processing
Gradual, consent-based processing once your teen feels ready and safe
Licensed Providers
Telehealth Nationwide*
Neuro-affirming
Private & Secure
HOW TEEN TRAUMA THERAPY WORKS
What trauma therapy for teens involves
After a frightening or overwhelming experience, a teenager's distress often shows up as anger, withdrawal, risk-taking, slipping grades, or a body that's always on alert — not as a tidy conversation about what happened. Teen trauma therapy is a structured, developmentally-aware approach that helps teens feel safe and regulated first, while giving caregivers a clear plan instead of guesswork.
Care begins with stabilization and emotion-regulation skills, then moves toward gradual, consent-based processing only when the teen is ready. Using trauma-informed therapy alongside routines, sleep, and coping supports — and coaching for the adults at home — the work helps lower reactivity, rebuild trust, and make day-to-day life at home and school more manageable.
KEY STATISTICS ABOUT TEEN TRAUMA
3 in 4
of high school students report at least one adverse childhood experience
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1 in 5
of high school students report four or more such experiences
Source:
Up to 66%
less teen sadness and hopelessness if these experiences were prevented
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Clear for families, paced for teens
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Free 15-minute consult.
We hear what's been going on and what your family hopes for — for you and your teen.
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We gently process the trauma at your teen's pace, with caregiver coaching along the way.
Your teen is paired with a trauma-informed clinician, and we start with safety and skills.
Get matched and begin.
Process when ready.
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
Licensed, teen-trained, clinically reviewed
Your teen works with licensed Tennessee clinicians trained in adolescent and trauma-focused care, who also coach caregivers on supporting recovery at home. Care is clinically supervised and reviewed — your teen sees a specialist in trauma and teens, not a generalist.
Dr. Kiesa Kelly (she/her)
Owner & Psychologist
Ryan Burns (he/him)
Practice Director
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE SCIENCEWORKS
Teen-affirming and evidence-based
Because we're independent and out-of-network, care is built around your teen's needs and school schedule — not rushed visits or insurer session caps.
Your teen is matched with a clinician trained in adolescent trauma, and caregivers get practical coaching — so support continues between sessions.
Care is teen-affirming — in person at our Nashville office or by secure telehealth statewide, so your teen can meet where they feel comfortable.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions
Is therapy online, or does my teen come in person?
ScienceWorks provides teen trauma therapy in person at our Nashville office or by secure telehealth to clients across Tennessee. Many teens open up more from their own room online; in-person sessions in Nashville are available if you prefer.
How are parents and caregivers involved?
Caregivers are part of the plan. We balance your teen's need for a private, trusting space with regular coaching for you on routines, communication, and how to support recovery at home — calibrated to your teen's age and what they're comfortable sharing.
What does therapy cost, and will insurance help?
We review fees, scheduling, and any out-of-network reimbursement options before you commit, so there are no surprises. Many families use FSA or HSA funds or monthly superbills; we'll walk you through what applies to your situation.
*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.