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Raven O'Rourke, LCSW

LCSW specializing in HIV and trauma
  • Client-centered therapy
  • CBT and solution-focused
  • LGBT affirming care

About Raven O'Rourke

Raven O'Rourke holds a Master of Social Work and a Master of Public Health from Tulane University in New Orleans and brings eight years of focused clinical experience working with people living with HIV who are coping with mood disorders, trauma, and family conflict. She applies a practical, present-focused approach that blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with Rogerian client-centered principles and solution-focused strategies to help clients develop concrete coping plans tailored to their current situations.

Raven aims to listen with empathy and to offer clear feedback and suggestions when appropriate, creating a straightforward, non-judgmental, and attentive therapeutic presence. Her work emphasizes identifying immediate concerns, setting achievable goals, and building skills that support daily functioning and emotional resilience.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - Raven holds a professional clinical license that denotes advanced training in social work and clinical practice. She offers live phone and video sessions on weekdays with very limited weekend availability, and she typically responds via text throughout weekdays with less frequent messages on weekends. Her license permits her to work only with people who live in Tennessee.

Raven recognizes that making positive change can be difficult and commends those who take steps toward support. She encourages prospective clients to consider whether her practical, client-centered approach aligns with their needs.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

LGBT

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

BDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexuality

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Raven O'Rourke have?

Raven O'Rourke has eight years of clinical experience.

Is Raven O'Rourke a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which means Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: TN LCSW 5966.

In which languages does Raven O'Rourke provide therapy?

Raven O'Rourke provides therapy in English.

Where is Raven O'Rourke located?

Raven O'Rourke is located in Tennessee.

How can I work with Raven O'Rourke as my therapist?

You can work with Raven O'Rourke through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Raven O'Rourke work with international clients?

Raven O'Rourke does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Raven O'Rourke cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

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Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

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One major benefit of remote care is flexibility. Individuals can choose the communication method that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to continue care during life changes or relocation.

Licensed professionals offer these services and you have the option to change therapists if you feel another approach would be a better match. For many people, online therapy provides a practical, accessible route to consistent support from qualified therapists.

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