Katie Burns, M.Ed. LPC-MHSP

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

When you can’t look on the bright side, I will sit with you in the dark. Life is difficult. Sometimes we need the help of others who have walked through difficult things themselves and have walked this journey with others. I can fill this role, and this is exactly my goal in my chosen profession.

Dealing with tough issues can be intimidating. You are not alone in your troubles and healing is not only possible, but a reality for those who are ready and willing to take the first step. You do not have to commit to anything in saying you want to try something different, simply reaching out is all that is necessary.

Over the past 13 years, I have worked with a variety of challenges ages 5 to 75. With a double Masters degree in School Counseling and Mental Health, I have a unique training background. Skilled in relationship counseling that reaches family, school and personal issues, I would like the opportunity to talk with you more about how my training and experience can assist you or your family.

I am grateful for the opportunity to work with many Chattanooga Schools! Our company partnered with Chattanooga Christian School in 2020 to assist with needs that go beyond the scope of a school counselor. For the 2023-2024 school year I have office hours on campus for elementary and middle school students. Thursdays 12-4 for elementary students and Fridays 8-3 for middle school students.

If you are interested in learning more about school partnership for your school – please reach out!

My friend Wiggles likes to “help the people.” If you have an allergy or are not comfortable with dogs please let me know! Wiggle Wishes is a trained Therapy Dog and received her Good Citizen Designation by the AKC in 2022.

I was the host of a local TV show, Live Well, where I promoted mental and physical health in my rural community. I have worked for 5 years as a health behaviorist at Erlanger’s Chattanooga Lifestyle Center, two years in Crossville at Christian Counseling Center and counseled college students, athletes and coaches at a University in Nashville.

Personally, I was born a horse girl, married a cattle farmer, had a wild child, and got some herding pups. I advocate for others to Live Well despite circumstances.

I look forward to meeting you!

Interviews with Channel 3 News.

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My main office is at 3069 South Broad Street Chattanooga TN 37408 Located in the Southern Saddlery building. Call: 423-800-2120

Education

M.Ed., Professional Counseling, Middle Tennessee State University 2010.
Dual-focused degrees in School Counseling and Mental Health
B.S., Advertising with Minors in Marketing and English

Credentials

(LPC) Licensed Professional Counselor, TN #3181
(MHSP) Mental Health Service Provider, TN

Katie’s Services

Childhood & Youth Issues Specialist
School Selection Process
Anxiety, Depression, Grief
Disordered Eating
Eating Disorders
Phobias
Extended Family Relationships
Dating & Marital Relationships

Parenting Consultation
Coping with Disabilities
ADHD
Art & Play Therapy
Young Adult * Collage Growth
Suicidal Ideation and Evaluation
Suicide Awareness

Payment

Sessions are $135 and last 50 minutes. I accept cash, checks, debit cards, credit cards and health savings account cards. I don’t participate in any insurance networks, but I can give you a receipt with CPT and diagnostic codes that you can file yourself and possible get a rebate back – based on your insurance plan.