Therapists in 37405

If chaos were a specialty, it would be mine.
I work well with people who feel overwhelmed, underwater, or like life has started to unravel. Whether you're dealing with emotional distress, relationship conflict, or navigating a crisis, therapy can be a space to slow down, get your bearings, and figure out how to build a life for yourself that is empowering and fulfilling.
If chaos were a specialty, it would be mine.
I work well with people who feel overwhelmed, underwater, or like life has started to unravel. Whether you're dealing with emotional distress, relationship conflict, or navigating a crisis, therapy can be a space to slow down, get your bearings, and figure out how to build a life for yourself that is empowering and fulfilling.

Life can bring overwhelming challenges. I understand the struggle and mixed emotions. Choosing a therapist during this time can also be difficult but, together, we can work to make this time manageable as we gain understanding of daily conflicts and concerns. I begin each therapeutic relationship based on empathy, compassion and trust while providing a comfortable, safe environment to establish goals, build healthier relationships and achieve life changes. I use resources from cognitive behavior therapy along with other integrative approaches to meet individual needs and help find productive solutions to daily struggles.
Life can bring overwhelming challenges. I understand the struggle and mixed emotions. Choosing a therapist during this time can also be difficult but, together, we can work to make this time manageable as we gain understanding of daily conflicts and concerns. I begin each therapeutic relationship based on empathy, compassion and trust while providing a comfortable, safe environment to establish goals, build healthier relationships and achieve life changes. I use resources from cognitive behavior therapy along with other integrative approaches to meet individual needs and help find productive solutions to daily struggles.

Adriene Petmecky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CT
2 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37405
Not accepting new clients
My approach is to support and partner with each person in the place where they are. Working together, we build on knowledge and strengths and to help create change as identified by each individual. My goal is to provide a space of safety and acceptance to facility change.
My approach is to support and partner with each person in the place where they are. Working together, we build on knowledge and strengths and to help create change as identified by each individual. My goal is to provide a space of safety and acceptance to facility change.

As humans, we innately desire to be connected to and understood by others. For some, connection feels terrifying, confusing, and unsafe. I can help you build and foster a life with fulfilling relationships, with others & with yourself. My goal is to help you access bravery & empowerment so that your whole, authentic self drives your actions instead of fear. Stop obsessing, people pleasing, & stewing in resentment. Heal the root of feeling misunderstood, unloveable, and out of place. Learn to engage in honest conversations rather than only speaking your truth when you're alone. Create powerful community and deep meaning in your life.
As humans, we innately desire to be connected to and understood by others. For some, connection feels terrifying, confusing, and unsafe. I can help you build and foster a life with fulfilling relationships, with others & with yourself. My goal is to help you access bravery & empowerment so that your whole, authentic self drives your actions instead of fear. Stop obsessing, people pleasing, & stewing in resentment. Heal the root of feeling misunderstood, unloveable, and out of place. Learn to engage in honest conversations rather than only speaking your truth when you're alone. Create powerful community and deep meaning in your life.

“Well, this isn’t how I thought life would be! What did I do so badly to end up here?” I used to think if I played it safe or followed the rules, the outcomes of life were guaranteed. This is not always so. Often, when we are stuck, floundering, or even failing, we approach ourselves with criticism and shame to address problems. Then we feel worse, and many times, hide our inner selves from others. I welcome anyone who wants to be curious about themself, take risks to divulge vulnerable thoughts and emotions, and dare to strive for healing. I see mostly women, ages 15 and up, plus a few men who want to dig deep.
“Well, this isn’t how I thought life would be! What did I do so badly to end up here?” I used to think if I played it safe or followed the rules, the outcomes of life were guaranteed. This is not always so. Often, when we are stuck, floundering, or even failing, we approach ourselves with criticism and shame to address problems. Then we feel worse, and many times, hide our inner selves from others. I welcome anyone who wants to be curious about themself, take risks to divulge vulnerable thoughts and emotions, and dare to strive for healing. I see mostly women, ages 15 and up, plus a few men who want to dig deep.

Ana Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MMFT, LCSW
Chattanooga, TN 37405
Not accepting new clients
The focus of my practice is adults and older adults, who might be experiencing relationship issues, difficulty healing from the past, struggling with navigating life transitions such as adjustment, illness, aging, or managing their thoughts and emotions.
The focus of my practice is adults and older adults, who might be experiencing relationship issues, difficulty healing from the past, struggling with navigating life transitions such as adjustment, illness, aging, or managing their thoughts and emotions.

I understand that reaching out for help can be difficult, but I truly believe that everyone has the ability to grow and create positive change in their lives. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where we can work together to address your concerns and uncover your strengths.
I work with individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, or struggles with self-esteem. My approach is grounded in empathy and collaboration, helping you explore and understand your emotions while developing practical tools to create lasting change.
I understand that reaching out for help can be difficult, but I truly believe that everyone has the ability to grow and create positive change in their lives. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where we can work together to address your concerns and uncover your strengths.
I work with individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, or struggles with self-esteem. My approach is grounded in empathy and collaboration, helping you explore and understand your emotions while developing practical tools to create lasting change.

My intention is to create a safe, accepting, and respectful therapeutic environment in which you can express yourself freely and begin the process of moving towards the life you want. My role as a therapist is to help you find a sense of peace and resolution by encouraging insight, exploring new coping tools, and connecting or re-connecting with inner resources for resilience.
My intention is to create a safe, accepting, and respectful therapeutic environment in which you can express yourself freely and begin the process of moving towards the life you want. My role as a therapist is to help you find a sense of peace and resolution by encouraging insight, exploring new coping tools, and connecting or re-connecting with inner resources for resilience.

Welcome! I believe that every person deserves a compassionate and safe space where they feel truly heard and understood. In my practice, I invite clients to embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery, free from judgment. Whether working with an adult exploring deep-seated experiences or a child navigating challenges, my approach prioritizes empathy, openness, and respect for each individual's unique process. My goal is to help you feel welcome and secure, ensuring that your voice is valued and your personal growth is supported every step of the way.
Welcome! I believe that every person deserves a compassionate and safe space where they feel truly heard and understood. In my practice, I invite clients to embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery, free from judgment. Whether working with an adult exploring deep-seated experiences or a child navigating challenges, my approach prioritizes empathy, openness, and respect for each individual's unique process. My goal is to help you feel welcome and secure, ensuring that your voice is valued and your personal growth is supported every step of the way.

Welcome.
My goal is to create a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood. As your therapist, I’m actively engaged in supporting you as you reconnect with your inner strength and wisdom. Drawing from CBT, Person-Centered, and attachment-based approaches, I help clients navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and resilience. I specialize in working with individuals facing life transitions and navigating insecure relationships. I have a special place in my heart for teachers, single moms, and anyone who’s ever felt misunderstood—even by themselves.
Welcome.
My goal is to create a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood. As your therapist, I’m actively engaged in supporting you as you reconnect with your inner strength and wisdom. Drawing from CBT, Person-Centered, and attachment-based approaches, I help clients navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and resilience. I specialize in working with individuals facing life transitions and navigating insecure relationships. I have a special place in my heart for teachers, single moms, and anyone who’s ever felt misunderstood—even by themselves.

Does life with your spouse look different then you imagined? Are you worried to bring up issues because it always seems to end in a blowout? Is the person you used to love and adore now a source of pain and stress? Or maybe there been a betrayal of trust that has made it impossible to move forward and find joy with each other? Is it difficult to enjoy your children and partner because of the demands of raising children, working and running a household? Has there has been a loss of passion and intimate connection? Perhaps you feel you are simply roommates.
Does life with your spouse look different then you imagined? Are you worried to bring up issues because it always seems to end in a blowout? Is the person you used to love and adore now a source of pain and stress? Or maybe there been a betrayal of trust that has made it impossible to move forward and find joy with each other? Is it difficult to enjoy your children and partner because of the demands of raising children, working and running a household? Has there has been a loss of passion and intimate connection? Perhaps you feel you are simply roommates.

Life is hard. Maybe you're in a difficult season right now or maybe it feels more like it's been a difficult few years. Maybe you're carrying pain from an abusive childhood, traumatic experience, or gut-wrenching loss. Did your relationship status change? Does life not look like what you thought it would by now? Maybe you're not even sure what exactly it is you're hoping to find, but you don't think life is supposed to feel this way. For whatever reason you find yourself on my page today, it would be an honor to listen and hold a safe space for your hard things. Life will be hard, but seasons change. Hope and healing is possible.
Life is hard. Maybe you're in a difficult season right now or maybe it feels more like it's been a difficult few years. Maybe you're carrying pain from an abusive childhood, traumatic experience, or gut-wrenching loss. Did your relationship status change? Does life not look like what you thought it would by now? Maybe you're not even sure what exactly it is you're hoping to find, but you don't think life is supposed to feel this way. For whatever reason you find yourself on my page today, it would be an honor to listen and hold a safe space for your hard things. Life will be hard, but seasons change. Hope and healing is possible.

As a therapist with a passion for helping women navigate the complexities of life, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can grow, heal and find peace. In our sessions, we will cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself—mind, body, and spirit. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues or indecision - we will explore the root causes of what you are experiencing and work through practical, personalized strategies to help you regain a sense of calm, clarity and confidence.
As a therapist with a passion for helping women navigate the complexities of life, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can grow, heal and find peace. In our sessions, we will cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself—mind, body, and spirit. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues or indecision - we will explore the root causes of what you are experiencing and work through practical, personalized strategies to help you regain a sense of calm, clarity and confidence.

I primarily work with adults who are navigating grief and loss, trauma, relational issues, and other life transitions. I particularly enjoy working with neurodivergent folks and the LGBTQ+ population. I identify as queer and consider it an honor to hold space for my community here in Chattanooga. I believe therapy can only be effective when the client feels safe and comfortable, so I am committed to providing accessibility in my office for all body types and abilities.
I primarily work with adults who are navigating grief and loss, trauma, relational issues, and other life transitions. I particularly enjoy working with neurodivergent folks and the LGBTQ+ population. I identify as queer and consider it an honor to hold space for my community here in Chattanooga. I believe therapy can only be effective when the client feels safe and comfortable, so I am committed to providing accessibility in my office for all body types and abilities.

I believe that people make sense within their context. And so, I am mindful of context - cultural background, attachment style, family and relationship history, etc. I enjoy the process of listening and attending, especially to those whose voices may feel unheard, such as teens, women, and trauma survivors. My work is informed by an integrative and embodied approach, utilizing various family system theories and trauma-informed interventions. Through establishing a sound therapeutic relationship and safe environment, I am hopeful that your difficult emotions will "make sense," and a story of resilience and compassion will be heard.
I believe that people make sense within their context. And so, I am mindful of context - cultural background, attachment style, family and relationship history, etc. I enjoy the process of listening and attending, especially to those whose voices may feel unheard, such as teens, women, and trauma survivors. My work is informed by an integrative and embodied approach, utilizing various family system theories and trauma-informed interventions. Through establishing a sound therapeutic relationship and safe environment, I am hopeful that your difficult emotions will "make sense," and a story of resilience and compassion will be heard.

I help people who feel trapped in their own lives—those struggling with depression, unprocessed trauma, and the weight of critical messages they've internalized. My clients often find it difficult to manage daily life and recognize their worth. They may feel unseen and unheard or need help in forging a path back to safety and wellness.
I help people who feel trapped in their own lives—those struggling with depression, unprocessed trauma, and the weight of critical messages they've internalized. My clients often find it difficult to manage daily life and recognize their worth. They may feel unseen and unheard or need help in forging a path back to safety and wellness.

As a current master’s level intern, I work with individuals, couples, and families who want to better understand the roots of their challenges and move toward lasting change. Whatever the challenge you're facing—within yourself or in your relationships— therapy can offer a space for relief, understanding, and meaningful change.
As a current master’s level intern, I work with individuals, couples, and families who want to better understand the roots of their challenges and move toward lasting change. Whatever the challenge you're facing—within yourself or in your relationships— therapy can offer a space for relief, understanding, and meaningful change.

Are you looking for a response to life's ups and downs besides taking yet another drink or drug, despite all the consequences? Are you on your recovery journey and need a little extra support? We all can build a life worth living. This requires the ability to solve problems, take some chances, and do the things that don't always feel good to get where you want.
Are you looking for a response to life's ups and downs besides taking yet another drink or drug, despite all the consequences? Are you on your recovery journey and need a little extra support? We all can build a life worth living. This requires the ability to solve problems, take some chances, and do the things that don't always feel good to get where you want.

Do you struggle with anxiety or feeling disconnected from yourself? Do you hope that life could feel more connected, fulfilling, and aligned with who you are? Do you want to explore and express parts of yourself that are hidden or suppressed?
I believe therapy is a sacred process- one that offers you a safe, supportive place to explore your inner/outer experiences & reconnect with your authentic self. I believe that healing shouldn’t feel so out of reach—that change is possible, and that you are worthy of feeling whole. I offer individualized, trauma-informed counseling for those who are ready to go deeper in their healing.
Do you struggle with anxiety or feeling disconnected from yourself? Do you hope that life could feel more connected, fulfilling, and aligned with who you are? Do you want to explore and express parts of yourself that are hidden or suppressed?
I believe therapy is a sacred process- one that offers you a safe, supportive place to explore your inner/outer experiences & reconnect with your authentic self. I believe that healing shouldn’t feel so out of reach—that change is possible, and that you are worthy of feeling whole. I offer individualized, trauma-informed counseling for those who are ready to go deeper in their healing.

I provide counseling and consultative services. With the help of my colleague, Mark Shively, we also provide training using biofeedback technology. As a counselor, my role is to listen, discern strengths and vulnerabilities, and invite growth/advancement from those placing trust in my care. As a consultant, I strive to provide fair/impartial answers (in the manner of a scientist) to posed questions. Cognitive-behavioral training can address many thought patterns, behaviors and physiological states (such as stress).
I provide counseling and consultative services. With the help of my colleague, Mark Shively, we also provide training using biofeedback technology. As a counselor, my role is to listen, discern strengths and vulnerabilities, and invite growth/advancement from those placing trust in my care. As a consultant, I strive to provide fair/impartial answers (in the manner of a scientist) to posed questions. Cognitive-behavioral training can address many thought patterns, behaviors and physiological states (such as stress).
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in 37405
100+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in 37405 who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
86% | Relationship Issues |
81% | Self Esteem |
78% | Depression |
76% | Trauma and PTSD |
73% | Life Transitions |
72% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
73% | Cigna and Evernorth |
69% | Aetna |
65% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in 37405 see their clients
78% | In Person and Online | |
22% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
15% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in 37405?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.