
About Blair Dean
LPC-MHSP (Temp)
Blair Dean, LPC-MHSP (Temp), is a Temporarily Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Service Provider designation under the supervision of Dr. Charles Ihrig. She specializes in treating obsessive-compulsive and related disorders (OCRD), with a particular focus on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and hoarding disorder (HD). Blair is certified in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Therapy and has expertise in treating trauma and stressor-related disorders, specifically post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Blair earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Education in Mental Health Counseling from Lincoln Memorial University. She has extensive experience in a variety of mental health and substance use treatment settings, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), community mental health programs, and intensive outpatient programs (IOP).
Blair is a passionate advocate for individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community. She believes there are many layers to treatment and takes an evidence-based approach, integrating ERP Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Person-Centered Therapy to help clients develop resilience and achieve lasting change. Blair is committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment for healing.
In her free time, Blair enjoys spending time with her partner and their four cats. She has a passion for gardening, and enjoys growing sunflowers and zinnias every spring. Blair is also a devoted Star Wars fan and enjoys building Legos and collecting Funko Pops.
Ages Served
- 18+
Degrees, Certifications & Specialties
- LPC-MHSP (Temp)
- Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC)
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Therapy
Education
- Lincoln Memorial University
Languages Spoken
- English
Practice Locations & Hours
Athena Care – Nashville
220 Athens Way
Suite 104
Nashville, TN 37228
Phone: (615) 320-1155
Fax: (615) 320-1177
Hours
M-F 7:00am – 6:00pm
Insurance Coverage & Plans
Athena Care is in-network with most major insurance plans. Find out more about your insurance coverage by calling your insurance company or contacting Athena Care at 877-641-1155.
Conditions Treated at Athena Care
Treatments, Services & Tests at Athena Care
Consulting
Counseling
Psychiatry
Interventional Psychiatry
Testing
- Personality Testing
- ADHD Testing
- Neuropsychological Testing
- Pre-Employment Testing
- Career and Academic Testing
- Developmental or Achievement Testing