Compassion Counseling

03/17/2026

Beware, DayBreak Dementia Respite and Family Promise of Blount County. It seems a mischevious Leprechaun is running amok in the building. Happy St. Patrick's Day!

03/10/2026

We’re excited to share we received a $ 500 Spark Good local grant from our local Maryville Wal-mart. This grant will assist with offering sliding scale therapy. We are proud to spark good in our community!

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03/03/2026

We are incredibly grateful to United Way of Blount County for believing in the work we do and continuing to support our mission. 💛

Because of partners like you, we are able to provide accessible, compassionate mental health care to our community. Thank you for standing with us and investing in hope right here in Blount County.

02/23/2026

🌟 We’re Looking for Brave Voices 🌟
Have you been impacted by Compassion Counseling — either currently or in the past?
We are looking for a few individuals who would be willing to share their story and the impact services have had on their life. Your voice matters. Your story could help someone else take their first step toward hope.
If you would be open to learning more, please send us a DM.
📅 Availability on March 11th would be required.
Thank you for being part of our community. Hope grows here. 💛

02/18/2026

💚✨ BIG NEWS, FRIENDS! ✨💚

Our signature event Inspiring Hope is officially moving to May 19th — and we couldn’t be more excited!

Why May? Because it’s Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
And there is no better time to gather, celebrate stories of resilience, and remind our community that seeking help is strength.

Inspiring Hope isn’t just a fundraiser.
It’s a night of powerful storytelling.
It’s a reminder that no one walks alone.
It’s hope in action.

Every ticket purchased and every sponsorship helps ensure that affordable mental health services remain accessible in our community — because at Compassion Counseling, we believe cost should never be the barrier to healing.

🎟 Tickets are now available!
🌟 Sponsorship opportunities are open!
Join us for an evening of inspiration, storytelling, and meaningful impact.
Website: https://ccmaryville.org/inspiring-hope/
Phone: 865-724-2325
Email: director@cccmaryville.org

Mark your calendar for May 19th and join us in making this our most impactful year yet.

Because hope grows here. 💚
And on May 19th… it’s going to shine.

02/12/2026

Today I was working on two different grant applications.
Both times I came to the same question:
“How many people do you plan to serve?”
And both times, I paused.
Because the honest answer in mental health is this: the need will always exceed the resources. There are more people struggling than there are funded services available to meet them.
What I am deeply grateful for is that Compassion Counseling does not have a waitlist. When someone reaches out for help, we are able to schedule them. In today’s mental health landscape, that is not something we take lightly.
Still, that grant question isn’t really asking how many people need us. It’s asking how many we can responsibly serve with excellence, with our current staffing, funding, and capacity.
Capacity is not a reflection of compassion.
It’s a reflection of resources.
So we answer thoughtfully. We build sustainably. We steward every dollar carefully. And we keep growing — one person, one family, one session at a time. 💛

- Amy Blackwell, Executive Director

02/05/2026

Due to concerns with road conditions, the Compassion Counseling office is closed today. All appointments have been moved to telehealth. If you’re unable to attend your appointment virtually, please reply to this message and we will either see you at your next scheduled appointment or contact you to reschedule. Stay safe!

02/01/2026

Compassion Counseling will be closed on 2/2/2026. If you are scheduled for an appointment tomorrow, you should have received communication via text and portal regarding the option to conduct your appointment via telehealth. We will be contacting all clients by phone in the morning. Stay safe and warm.

01/25/2026

Out of an abundance of caution, our office will be closed Monday, January 26th.
Appointments may be shifted to telehealth or rescheduled. Our team will reach out first thing in the morning with next steps.
Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize safety. 💛

12/05/2025

🌟 Meet Lady! 🌟
We’re so excited to welcome Lady to the Compassion Counseling team as our newest H.A.B.I.T
dog! 🐾💛

Lady absolutely lives for belly rubs and being told she’s a good girl — and trust us, she is the best girl. 🥰

She’ll be joining us in the office to bring comfort, calm, and a whole lot of love to our clients. We can’t wait for you to meet her!

Welcome to the team, Lady!

12/04/2025

💛 Thank You for Giving Hope! 💛

To everyone who participated in our Giving Tuesday Envelope Challenge — thank you. Your generosity, kindness, and belief in accessible mental health care mean the world to us. Every envelope filled brings someone in our community one step closer to healing, support, and a brighter tomorrow.

If you missed the challenge, there’s still time to give! Every donation, no matter the size, makes an impact. Together, we’re building a community where no one has to struggle alone. 💛

📌 Use our PayPal link to donate:
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/B4KKZJRPVNSRE

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12/02/2025

Envelope Challenge Update! THANK YOU SO MUCH TO OUR DONORS!
This Giving Tuesday, we’re launching a simple, fun, and impactful challenge:
➡️ Choose an envelope number.
➡️ Donate that amount.
We still have envelopes waiting to be claimed — and every single one brings us closer to making mental-health support accessible to those who need it most. 💛
You can participate in any way that works best for you:
📌 Use our PayPal link
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/B4KKZJRPVNSRE
📌 Call the office to pay by card: 865-724-2325
📌 Comment below or send us a message if you'd like to claim an envelope and mail a check to:
Compassion Counseling
1830 Clydesdale Street
“Giving is not just about making a donation. It’s about making a difference.”