Qualified and experienced professionals
One of the factors that contribute to successful mental health treatment is qualified and experienced professionals. That is why we employ the best clinicians in the region to handle our clients. All of our professionals have the necessary qualifications and varying experience in the field. This means that they have handled many clients, and have had or have excellent supervision, and are aware of the treatment options that would lead to higher success rates.
We are a group of Christ-following, practitioners integrating the science of helping with lived out faith. We come from disciplines of mental health, nursing/medicine, education and theology. We love our family, our clients and our community. We long to see individuals, couples and families ReDiscover health, wholeness and restoration. Read more about integration of science and faith on the Science and Faith tab and more about each individual below.
Pepper Pratt, PhD, LPC/MHSP
Couples and Trauma Specialist
Pepper specializes in helping with psychological trauma and couple’s therapy. He has Level II Certification with the Allender Center (Seattle) in Trauma Informed Narrative Therapy, as well as advanced training in EMDR in helping individuals.
His couples training includes being Level III Trained at the Gottman Institute in couple’s therapy. Dr. Pratt has also had training in EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) with a certificate of completion of the Externship at the EFT Center of New Jersey. This specialty helps couples to move out of destructive dances and toward new intimacy that brings safety and secure attachment.
He is a graduate of Union University, (BS), The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (MA), University of Memphis (MS) and Trinity Theological Seminary (PhD). Pepper loves health and fitness and is a Certified Primal Health Coach. For fun, Dr. Pratt enjoys golf and fly fishing
Jennie Haywood, MA, LPC/MHSP
Trauma and Forensic Specialist
Jennie graduated with a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Florida in 2007. She has previously worked in child welfare services and community mental health. She began working in private practice in 2011. Jennie sees individual adults and children ages 5 and up and offers professional therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness skills, EMDR and Trauma Narrative Therapy, as well as sand tray and play therapy.
Jennie was also trained in forensic custody evaluations in 2021 through Palo Alto University’s online Concept Continuing and Professional Studies and offers services regarding custody issues, court appearances, and reunification counseling. Call to inquire more about these services or to make an appointment.
She has a very well-behaved Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, named Belle, who often accompanies her to sessions and offers a great amount of cuddles and support to anyone needing it.
Debbie Bellinghausen, LCSW
Licensed Masters Social Worker
Debbie is a graduate of Union University with a masters in Social Work. Debbie also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biblical Counseling from Trinity Bible College and Seminary in Newburg, Indiana. Debbie is a trauma informed therapist trained in EMDR and a certified in bereavement counselling. Debbie has spent the better part of 25 years leading and counseling women in her church and community through the challenges of life events. She also has worked with parents and adolescents who have become involved with the juvenile court system to navigate a path to healing and recovery.
Debbie is married to her husband of 33 years and has two young adult daughters. Debbie and her husband like to camp and hang out with their family.
Will Chenault, ThM
Couples Therapist and Pastoral Counselor
Will has worked with people for over two decades and has counseled through a range of issues such as marital conflict/marriage restoration, spiritual/relational issues, grief and loss, anxiety, sexual identity and sexual addiction. He specializes in marriage therapy, narrative therapy, sexual addiction, spiritual direction and emotional healing prayer.
Will has a degree in Counseling Theory from the University of Montevallo and has a master’s degree in theology (ThM) from Dallas Theological Seminary and is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. (AACC ) He is both Level 1 and Level II trained in the Gottman Institute in couples therapy and has completed his Level 1 certification in Narrative Focused Trauma Care with the Allender Center in Seattle, Washington. Will has a certification in completion of the Externship in Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT) which is the gold standard in marriage therapy.
He has received specialized training with Christian Counselors and psychologists, Dr. Larry Crabb and Dr. Dan Allender. Will has been trained by and consults regularly with Dr. Karl Lehman, who is an internationally known psychiatrist and a pioneer in the integrative work of psychology and emotional healing prayer. Additionally, Will has focused training in sexual addiction with the American Association of Sexual Addiction Therapist. (AASAT)
Will meets with individuals and couples and conducts weekend intensive for both marriage counseling, emotional healing prayer, and sexual addiction. He is married and has 3 daughters.
Scarlett Henley, MA
Masters Level Therapist
Scarlett obtained her master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling and her Bachelor’s degree in Christian Counseling from Liberty University. She is trained in Partner’s Recovery therapy for partner betrayal, (this includes spouses of infidelity, sex and pornography addictions, among other betrayals). Spouses also suffer from this type of trauma and infidelity by the addict.
Scarlett holds a certification in SYMBIS (Saving your marriage before it starts) and is currently a Level I trained therapist in the Gottman Method from the Gottman Institute focusing on marriage and couple’s therapy… She is currently working on Level II of the Gottman Method.
Her passion is to help couples strengthen their relationship by working through difficult issues, rekindle the sparks, and/or to find happiness and closeness in their relationship. She also sees the importance of spouses of addiction and infidelity and it can affect more people than just the addicts themselves.
Scarlett sees the difficulties of those who may suffer from anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, OCD, partner betrayal, low self-esteem, and low confidence. There are times when a person needs someone to help guide and teach them how to work through these areas. Scarlett focuses on therapies including Partner’s Recovery therapy, CBT, Dialectical Behavior and Mindfulness/Meditation therapy, and Anger Management.
Scarlett has been married for 30 years, has two daughters, one granddaughter and one grandson. She enjoys helping those who need guidance or just a person who will listen. If you feel you fall into any of these categories, contact Scarlett.
Naomi Watson, PA-C
Three things fascinate Naomi: people, science, and puzzles. These interests dovetail first into a Biology degree from the University of Louisiana –Monroe, then into a PA degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center –Dallas, complete with National Board certification. Those pursuits now bring Naomi to The Pratt Clinic.
Naomi considers the many factors contributing to physical and psychological conditions by linking human behavior, neurotransmitters, and nutrition. She then crafts a unique plan to address the major issues. Her areas of particular interest are anxiety, achiness, decreased activity , and lack of motivation.
Naomi does not treat acute illness, provide general medical care, or write prescriptions. She does offer various pathways of treatment which include myofascial release, supplements, spheno-palatine ganglion block, and red light therapy.
“My chief goals are to teach individuals how much control they have over their own body and mind. Then to give each person solid strategies to live a more enjoyable life.”
Keesha Nathaniel, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Keesha Nathaniel, DNP, APRN, PMHNP, has devoted the past 14 years to serving individuals and families across a wide range of mental health settings. Her experience spans community mental health clinics, inpatient units for children, adolescents, and adults, as well as forensic and correctional facilities. Through every chapter of her career, she has carried a deep compassion for those who are hurting and a steady belief in the possibility of healing.
Keesha’s philosophy as a psychiatric nurse practitioner is rooted in providing compassionate, dignifying, evidence-based, and spiritually informed care, care that reflects the love, justice, and healing heart of Christ. She strives to see each person as God sees them: worthy, valued, capable of healing, and never beyond hope.
She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) in Memphis, TN, and is also a certified Mental Health First Aid instructor, teaching adults how to offer crucial first-step support to others facing mental health or substance-use challenges. Keesha is currently furthering her calling through a Master in Christian Studies at Union University in Jackson, TN. Outside of her professional work, Keesha finds joy in exploring new places, immersing herself in different cultures, and discovering authentic foods. She loves taking peaceful nature walks and hikes, and she is an enthusiastic fan of both college and NFL football. Keesha is blessed to share life with her wonderful husband. Together they celebrate their three adult children and delight in their gifted and spirited granddaughter.
In her private practice, Keesha is honored to serve adults ages 18 and older who are seeking compassionate, thoughtful medication management for mental health challenges. Her mission is to walk alongside individuals with grace, clinical excellence, and hope, helping them move toward the wholeness they deserve.
Karen A. Pratt, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Karen is a Vanderbilt trained psychiatric nurse practitioner who has practiced since 2005 in community mental health and private practice. She has traveled the country working in state mental health hospitals in Montana, Minnesota, Kentucky and Georgia. This breadth of experience benefits you.
Karen received a Masters of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University in 2005 and has been in private practice since 2010.
Occasionally, Karen has been known to out-fish her husband fly-fishing for trout out west, in central Arkansas or East Tennessee. She loves her role as a grandmom to two brilliant and energetic grandsons.
Nathan Clayton, MSW
Masters Level Therapist
Nathan is a graduate from Union University. He earned a Master’s of Science in Social Work at Union. His undergraduate social work studies were completed at The University of Tennessee at Martin.
Nathan worked as a child and youth case manager at a community mental health center for 7 years as a BSW. He has experience working with all ages, providing support and services related to mental/emotional health concerns.
He is interested in helping individuals/families gain skills and knowledge to better manage stressors. Nathan enjoys assisting others in identifying and working towards personal/family goals in life.
Nathan is from Henderson, Tennessee. He and his wife are proud parents of two amazing children. He enjoys spending time with his family and being outdoors as much as possible. His hobbies include fishing, golf, and video games
He is open to Face-to-Face and Telehealth sessions with individuals/families ages 5 and older.
April Trimmer
Admin and Marketing Manager
April helps people get plugged in. Although most of our process is automated (scheduling, payments etc.…) April is the amazing human being who helps when the process needs a caring touch. She helps people know who to schedule with, which services may be most helpful, and fields questions about billing and payments. She also handles all the Pratt Clinic social media and does all of the above with cheerfulness and compassion.
Belle
World’s Greatest Therapy Dog and Best Friend to All
Belle is a pooch with a PhD: Professional Healing Dog. She provides on-demand therapy sessions with a wag of the tail and a friendly bark. Her special gift is her eyes. When she looks at you, you become convinced you are her very best friend and that she loves YOU more than anyone else. This vibe is especially strong if you are packing food.