Practice Philosophy & Credentials
Theoretical Basis and Praxis
One|Life seeks to help our clients through combining person-centered, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, and strength-based modalities with a systems theory approach.
Committed to providing clinical and social support to individuals, families, students, and professionals through practice informed, evidence-based, and solution-focused methods. Improving mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness by helping people and communities achieve purposeful, meaningful, and rewarding lives.
Clinician's Training & Education
- University of South Carolina: Master of Social Work (2015)- University of South Carolina: Graduate Certificate in Addiction Studies (2014)- University of North Carolina: Master of Arts in History & Education (2010)- University of Wisconsin: Bachelor of Arts & Science in History & Sociology (2001)Teaching & Trainings
- Graduate School Professor of Practice, University of South Carolina (2016-Present)- Speaker and presenter at various seminars, webinars, trainings, and conferences on mental health and addiction.Practice Experience
- Independently Licensed Social Worker, Clinical Practitioner, Supervisor, Addiction & Recovery Specialist (2014-Present)- Professor of Practice, Practicum Faculty, College of Social Work, University of South Carolina (2016-Present)- Clinical Director for Pyramid Healthcare's Tapestry Mental Health Residential Program, Brevard NC (2023-2024)- Executive Director, Center for Collegiate Recovery, Greenville Tech (2019-2023)- Recovery Services Director, South Carolina DAODAS (2017-2019)- Regional Director, Crossroads Treatment Centers (2016-2017)- Inaugural Clinical Director, Montford Hall, Asheville, SC (2015-2016)- Primary Therapist, Full Life Counseling & Recovery, Winston-Salem/Raleigh-Durham, NC (2014-2015)- Program Director for Recovery and Wellness Communities, Pavillon International, Greenville, SC (2010-2015)Professional Licenses & Certifications
o Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) 2017(NC) #CO17271 (Supervisor)o Licensed Independent Social Worker – Clinical Practitioner (LISW-CP) 2017(SC) #11230 (Supervisor)o Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) 2015 (NC) #21181
o Licensed Addiction Counselor/Clinical Supervisor (LAC/S) 2018 (SC) #762 o Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS) 2016 (NC) #20419
o National Certified Master Addictions Counselor (MAC) 2014 #015721
o Internationally Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (ICAADC) 2016 #802540 o Certified Addictions Counselor (CACII) 2014 (SC) #1412034
o Certified Medication Assisted Treatment Counselor (MAT-C) 2016
o Advanced Certified Relapse Prevention Specialist (ACRPS) 2015
o Certified ARISE Family Interventionist (CAI) 2013
o Certified Recovery-to-Practice professional (RtP) 2018 NAADAC/SAMHSA
Nate's Biography
Born in the United Kingdom, Nathan Lee Tate moved to the U.S. in the 1980's and grew up in Nashville, TN, St. Louis, MO, and Minneapolis, MN. In 2001 Nathan graduated from the University of Wisconsin where he studied History, Education, and Sociology before moving to NC in 2003. After receiving his MA in History and Education from UNC in 2010, Nathan went on to study clinical social work at the University of SC and recived his MSW in 2014. Nathan lives in Travelers Rest, SC with his wife Katie, with a combined five children, and two dogs (Oliver & Honey Dew).
Nathan’s personal relationship with resilience, wellness, and recovery is characterized by his own transformative Recovery experiences beginning in 2006 at the age of 28. Through personal growth and professional opportunity Nathan decided to return to graduate school in 2012. At the University of South Carolina he studied Clinical Social Work and Addictive Disorders. and subsequently received graduate degrees in Addiction Studies in 2014 and became a Licensed Master of Social Work in 2015.
Nathan believes our pathways toward self-directed actualization are broad and inclusive. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, and Professor of Practice Nathan has over 14 years of experience working in private, non-profit, state gov., and higher education settings across the Southeast.
"Engaging in program development, direct practice with individuals & groups, team management & supervision, and policy advocacy is why I love being a social worker."
Kayla's Biography
Kate's Biography