I am Alexa Stallings, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (#2435) in Nashville, Tennessee. I am currently seeking full licensure under the supervision of Dominique Braden (#1450).

Originally from the greater Nashville area, I earned a degree in English (& Music minor) from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After working in music publishing as an A&R Assistant, I transitioned into the mental health field, first as a Neurofeedback Technician and later as Assistant Clinical Director at Tennessee Neurofeedback. I ultimately obtained a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University.

My clinical experience includes individual (ages 9-70 years old) and family therapy. I enjoy incorporating a variety of evidence-based models in my work, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Play Therapy. To learn more about my therapeutic perspective and approach, please see my mission statement at the bottom of the Home page.

I truly love being a counselor. I feel immense gratitude to have a job I not only enjoy, but that also allows me to engage in such meaningful and transformative work. Sitting with clients in their struggles feels sacred, and celebrating with them in their victories is so much fun. Being invited into the stories that shape who we are and into the intimate relationships within a family is both a privilege and a responsibility I do not take lightly.

I’m profoundly thankful for the counselors who have walked alongside me in my life, and I deeply admire my clients. Their honesty, courage, resilience, and willingness to do their work inspires me in my work. They don’t just motivate me professionally — but being a witness to their lives also challenges and encourages me in my own health and relationships.

I so appreciate your time and look forward to potentially connecting soon!