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Faith-Based Counseling & Family Services in Nashville
Agape is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening children and families through compassionate counseling and social services. Our mission centers on delivering healing love rooted in Christian values, addressing critical needs such as mental health challenges, domestic violence, unplanned pregnancies, and foster care. With trauma-informed programs and community partnerships, we provide emergency shelter, legal advocacy, and mentorship to empower individuals facing crises. Our sliding-scale counseling ensures accessibility, while our foster care and adoption services prioritize family reunification and stability. Operating across Middle Tennessee, we combine professional expertise with spiritual support to create lasting impact.Through collaborations with churches and organizations, we extend our reach to underserved populations. Our team of licensed counselors, social workers, and advocates brings decades of collective experience in addressing complex social issues. Committed to transparency and ethical stewardship, we rely on community generosity to sustain our programs. By integrating clinical excellence with faith-driven care, we help clients rebuild their lives with dignity and hope. Our services are designed to meet immediate needs while fostering long-term resilience and self-sufficiency.
Services
Counseling
Foster Care
Adoption Services
Maternity Care
Domestic Violence Shelter
Court Advocacy
Mentor Program
Highlights and features
- We offer faith-based counseling with a sliding scale for financial accessibility.
- Our trauma-informed foster care program prioritizes family reunification and stability.
- 24/7 domestic violence hotline provides immediate emergency support.
- Legal advocacy services assist survivors in obtaining protective orders.
- Community partnerships expand our capacity to serve vulnerable populations.
What people say
Life-changing support
Compassionate staff
Effective counseling
Safe shelter environment
Thorough training
Services
Counseling
Professional Christian counseling addresses mental health and life challenges through individual, couples, family, and group sessions. Our licensed therapists specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Services are available in-person and via teletherapy across Middle Tennessee with flexible evening and weekend hours.
Foster Care
Trauma-informed foster care program placing over 100 children annually in safe, supportive homes. Focuses on family reunification while providing licensing, training, and ongoing support for foster families. Collaborates with state agencies to ensure children's safety and well-being during transitions.
Domestic Violence Care
Emergency shelter and advocacy for domestic violence survivors through Morning Star Sanctuary. Includes safe housing, legal assistance with protective orders, and mentorship programs. 24/7 hotline connects victims to immediate support and community resources.
Adoption Services
Licensed infant adoption and foster-to-adopt programs with home studies and parent training. Facilitates matches between birth mothers and adoptive families while providing counseling throughout the adoption journey. Specializes in trauma-informed placements.
Pregnancy Support
Confidential maternity care counseling for unplanned pregnancies. Offers emotional support, practical resources, and guidance to help women explore parenting, adoption, or other options in a compassionate environment.
People
Abbi Stockwell
Grants Manager
Manages grant acquisition and funding initiatives to support Agape's programs. Brings expertise in nonprofit administration and community development to expand service capacity across Middle Tennessee.
Amy Williams
Director of Legal Services
Oversees legal advocacy programs, including protective order assistance for domestic violence survivors. Provides critical courtroom support and policy expertise to protect vulnerable individuals and families.
Nicole Boeger
Residential Program Manager
Leads operations at Morning Star Sanctuary domestic violence shelter. Coordinates trauma-informed care programs and residential support services for survivors rebuilding their lives in safety.
Taryn Kleinschmidt
Grant Specialist
Supports funding acquisition and stewardship initiatives. Works closely with donors and partner organizations to ensure financial sustainability for Agape's counseling and social service programs.
Tayler Lopez
Director of Domestic Violence Services
Manages comprehensive domestic violence programs including shelter operations, community outreach, and prevention education. Develops strategic partnerships to enhance survivor support networks across Tennessee.
Questions
What counseling services does AGAPE offer?
AGAPE provides individual, couples, family, and group counseling for mental health issues, trauma recovery, and life challenges. Services are available in-person and via teletherapy across Middle Tennessee.
How can I get emergency domestic violence help?
Call our 24/7 hotline at 615-860-0003 for immediate assistance. Survivors can access emergency shelter at Morning Star Sanctuary and receive legal advocacy support for protective orders.
What foster care training programs are available?
We offer licensing preparation, trauma-informed care training, and ongoing support for foster families. Programs focus on creating stable environments for children facing challenging circumstances.
How does AGAPE support adoptive families?
We provide home studies, post-placement supervision, and parent training for infant adoption and foster-to-adopt pathways. Our staff facilitates matches between birth mothers and adoptive families.
Are services available in Spanish?
Yes, we offer counseling and maternity care services in Spanish through bilingual staff members. All programs maintain cultural competency for diverse client needs.
How can I support AGAPE's mission financially?
Donate online, by mail, or through workplace giving programs. Your contributions fund counseling scholarships, shelter operations, and community outreach initiatives across Middle Tennessee.
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