My ideal client would be someone who is struggling with some sort of trauma caused by things they have been through or are currently going through in their life. They want to begin the process of healing from the trauma so that they can thrive and succeed in life. They want someone who can guide them through this process, providing support and encouragement along the way. Through the support and encouragement they receive, they will be able to work through and overcome the pain that has held them back for so long.

I love working with Older Adults! I have over 20 years of experience working primarily with the older adult population. I have also enjoyed my work with families who are dealing with stressors related to a parent or another loved one getting older. I have dealt with anxiety from a young age, grief and loss issues that have hit a deep place within me. I have parents who are getting older, and have enjoyed being a part of my nephews' lives as they mature. I look forward to sitting with, listening, and respectfully walking with you on your journey. I hope to help you navigate whatever changes lie ahead in a holistic, helpful way.

Are you hurting? Do you long to feel better about your life and choices? Are you at a crossroads with a person or experience you need to grieve and looking for a safe and encouraging guide in your journey? Maybe you are a parent and you don't like the way you sometimes talk to yourself. Perhaps you recognize there are parts of yourself or parts of your past that would be helpful to look at with a counselor. I consider my clients as individuals full of great courage taking time to heal and grow personally.

Life is a journey you take toward owning your story. Unfortunately, we often encounter obstacles that distort our perspective and hinder our ability to see ourselves accurately and move toward the things that bring us the most joy and peace. Whether you’ve been derailed by traumatic life events, disordered eating, depression and anxiety, addiction, grief, spiritual abuse, or other life altering transitions, it is my belief that you have the strength and resiliency to find a meaningful life living into the fullest expression of who you are.

"We do not see things as they are, we see them as we are." -Anais Nin per Talmudic origin. We must create things twice; once in our minds, and once articulated. When we think our thoughts, it lights up one part of the brain, and when we speak our thoughts, it lights up a different part of the brain. There is often something very different when we articulate our thoughts, and they change in some way. Talking out these experiences in a narrative way assists us in making sense of how we feel about those experiences.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over twenty-five years of experience. My approach is eclectic and evidence-based, adapting to my client's needs and goals. I support clients with various issues, i.e., depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, abuse (both childhood and adult), LGBTQ issues, and grief.

I have known since I was a teenager that I wanted to be a social worker. It was when I was 14 that an LCSW was able to connect with me and help me through a dark depression and the amplified anxiety that often goes along with it. It has been my passion since then to provide that same help to others. I have 15 years of experience working in the mental health field, 10 of those as an LCSW. I have experience with individual therapy and group therapy modalities, both on an outpatient and an inpatient basis.

Are you longing for a space to bring your whole self and know that who you are will be accepted regardless of your unique identity or sexual orientation? Many of us desire safe spaces to explore questions without judgement, coercion, or comparison. You crave the freedom to be your authentic self even if you aren’t quite sure what that looks like just yet. You are discovering that you are becoming someone who is the opposite of who you or your parents or church expected you would be. Are struggling to make who you are align with what you have always believed which no longer fits with the person you are today?

Life is an adventure filled with potential for both suffering and joy. I can help you make sense out of your past adventure and help you boldly live into your future.

Are you feeling hurt, confused and/or disconnected with yourself and your loved one(s)? It is my goal to inspire and empower each individual, couple or family member to reconnect within themselves and with others. I provide individuals and couples with coping skills, anger management, and communication tools that can be applied in every day life. If you have suffered any past trauma, together we will integrate EMDR into your therapy to help you process safely and at your own pace. At the time of your termination from therapy, it is my desire that your life has been touched, you feel changed, motivated and securely connected.

There are several things in my life which drive me to be a counselor. My own past with it struggles, acceptances, failures, and successes drive me to do what I do. I am able to sit in dark places, empathize with struggle and loneliness, and challenge ways of thinking and behaving from a non-judgmental place. I love the unique position a counselor has to problem solve through the failures, walk the uphill road to recovery, and celebrate the success and growth that comes out of the journey.

You have found the courage to begin, and you want someone to walk with you. Maybe you are tired of feeling the crushing weight of anxiety or depression. Maybe you are the parent of a child with special needs, and you don't know what to do next, but you know you need to do something. Maybe you are finally admitting to yourself the truth about your sexuality, spirituality, or situation, and you are ready to grow into the person you are meant to be. I would be honored to join you on your journey.

We all deserve to live our best life. Making changes, even if you know you will benefit, can be so scary sometimes! We will walk together to help you find love and acceptance for yourself and others. If memories and thoughts knock the wind out of you sometimes, or you're having trouble being good to yourself, let's talk about how to heal.

I believe that you have the answers within you and I am here to help you find them. Therapy offers a steady presence when exploring and understanding current patterns by looking to the past and making meaning of what makes you who you are today. I aim to enhance self-awareness, identify values, challenge growth, and create deeper levels of self-compassion within a safe environment. My approach to therapy is rooted in a relational perspective because I believe here we can gain an understanding of your inner self and how you interact with the world.

Greg works with adolescents and adults, individuals, couples, and families. He has a particular passion to help other men navigate through difficult life transitions, spiritual issues, and sexual addictions. Greg sees couples struggling with infidelity, communication issues, relationship strife, and sexuality. In all his work, Greg seeks to bring about emotional health and growth for those with whom he works.

During our lifetime, we humans go through many life transitions. Helping women, couples, children, and teens succeed through life's many demands is my focus and passion.Working with women who are experiencing a life transition is one of my primary strengths. The second area of focus within my practice is the couple's relationship. My focus with couples is working on communication, conflict resolution, relationship strengthening, and emotional attunement. The third strength of my practice lies in the counseling of children and teens. For children, sessions involve interactive play therapy techniques that address anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.

Originally licensed in 1988, I've been in private practice since 1997 in Chattanooga, TN. I focus on crisis intervention and short-term psychotherapy to get clients stabilized and back out enjoying life ASAP. I do a thorough assessment of life to know past and current events may be impacting your current situation. I see life situations as developmental - not always pathological, thus I use education and learning to address life's challenges. While it's not all about your parents, one's history does play a major role in how we learn to cope with life. Be ready to learn some new ways to cope with life events.

I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing issues related to family conflict, couples, parent and child disconnect, foster care/ adoption, self love, depression, anxiety, grief, postpartum issues, parenthood, personality disorders, mood disorders, behavioral challenges, adjustment, intrapersonal conflict, setting healthy boundaries, building lasting relationships, trauma, personal identities and other areas.

Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with young children, teenagers, and families. Children and teenagers often express themselves through behavior rather than words, and I use a variety of creative, play, and activity-based techniques to connect with my clients throughout the counseling process. I believe that counseling should be individualized for each person and will tailor interventions based on individual interests and strengths. My goal is help children and families learn more effective ways to manage difficult feelings, improve communication, and create stronger bonds.

Kelly is pursuing licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Tennessee, and she is a National Certified Counselor. She works with individuals, couples, and families pursuing growth and healing through supportive, therapeutic relationship. Kelly has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, career direction, affair recovery, spiritual direction, OCD, sexuality, and marital issues.