There comes a time for many of us when we need to seek additional help, even when we have a strong, loving support network. Therapy is different than other types of support. It is goal-directed, and aimed toward self-discovery and accessing your own internal abilities. It is a collaboration between you, the expert on yourself, and a skilled therapist who can assist you in navigating through difficult situations and healing painful parts of yourself. I treat individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and difficult life transitions.

My desire is to help those who have found themselves at the mercy of addictions, whether it be drugs, alcohol, or any other compulsivity. I want to help them be free of the restrictive bonds that are holding them back, and encourage them towards being all that God has created them to be. I specialize in helping those struggling with compulsive behaviors of all kinds, whether it be drugs, alcohol, sex, gambling, or the like. I also see the family component as a big piece of the overall sobriety of the client, and as such offer counseling to family members.

We all differ in meaningful ways, and therefore, therapy is different with each person. With careful, non-judgmental, and respectful listening, I hope you will feel deeply understood and hopeful, and we will be able to work together in a genuine, collaborative way. I work with adults with different difficulties and emotional struggles like depression, anxiety, trauma, identity, relationship issues, LGBT, cancer, life transitions and losses. Being of an international background and past military service, I value diversity and am deeply attuned to your unique background (cultural, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation) and its effect on your individuality.

People tell me that I am easy to talk to. But I don't just listen. Together we will find how ways you are thinking or interacting are causing you difficulty, and I will propose solutions. You and I will work together to figure out which solutions may fit for you, and how to make them work in your life. I generally focus more on current and recent concerns than on the distant past.

Many of us are private people, who could use a little extra support and direction to overcome life's challenges. Acceptance and Confidentiality are two important aspects of Fairhaven Counseling & Consulting. Throughout my career I have learned that clients progress most effectively with an honest, non-judgmental, compassionate, but direct approach. I love watching clients rediscover their inner strength and begin to experience the joys life has to offer. I offer both personal & professional perspectives to overcoming trauma and rebuilding a life worth living.

What keeps you up at night? Feeling overwhelmed? Problems with relationships? Anxiety? No matter what you are struggling with, no matter what worries you, you do not have to go through this alone. A lot of therapists focus solely on identifying people's weaknesses. I will help you build up your weak areas, but I will also help you identify & develop your strengths so that rather than just getting by, you can really thrive. I specialize in working with anxiety-related issues: panic attacks, OCD, phobias, skin-picking & hair-pulling, perfectionism, etc.

I am a licensed therapist and hold specialty certifications in Grief/Thanantology (Association of Death Education and Counseling), Clinical Certified Trauma Professional (IATP) & EMDR Level II certification. I hold special interest in helping post trauma, loss, families with special needs children, and individuals with CF & heart disease.I also offer a monthly support group for those seeking healing after the suicide of a significant person in their life &it is one of the nationwide Survivors of Suicide groups. There is no charge for this group but it is requested that you call or email for information prior to group attendance.

I work primarily with adolescents, college students, and young adults. I specialize in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, family issues, and dealing with life's difficult transitions. I view it as an honor to walk alongside others through pain in their journey toward growth and healing.

It may be that when we no longer know what to do we have come to our real work, and that when we no longer know which way to go we have begun our real journey. - Wendell Berry

My ideal client is one who knows they need to make changes and are willing to do the work of therapy. My practice is specialized to help those with OCD, anxiety, and related disorders but I am also a gender therapist. My office is a safe space where you can be you.

**Important Note. Charlie Mitchell can now do sessions via telehealth for those needing accommodation due to concerns of illness, for more information www.havencounselingcenter.com/telehealth. Charlie treats issues including addiction, anger, anxiety and depression. He utilizes emotionally focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and family systems theories. Trained in Emotionally Focused Family and Couples therapy, he is working towards full Certification. He is well-versed in the 12 steps and Christian integrative approaches, though the client’s values and beliefs are always held central.

Sometimes, it can feel like life is tossing you around. Whether it's something that happened in your past, current circumstances that feel impossible to overcome, or something else entirely, I believe it's possible to gain more agency over your sense of wellbeing.

As a licensed counselor, I am committed to providing quality counseling services to the East Tennessee community. I have been licensed in Tennessee since 2015. I have worked in mental health since 2008. I had the wonderful opportunity since 2012 to work through a local church in a Christian environment providing guidance and support through a Christ-centered, holistic approach. Starting in 2016 I opened my own private practice and have been serving solely in that capacity since 2016. I offer faith based services only when asked to do so. I accept people from all walks of life and believe that everyone deserves dignity and respect.

If you have ever been asked, "Do you even have emotions?" or told, "You are not processing the way you probably should", it can be overwhelming and confusing. I may be of help if you process life a little different than the average person. I work primarily with teenagers, college students, and young adults. I specialize in helping those experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, family and relationship issues, and life transitions. I am passionate about meeting clients where they are working collaboratively towards their goals through a calm and genuine approach.

I welcome people with a wide range of life issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and general stress, as well as children and adolescents with behavioral, emotional and attentional problems. My approach is tailored to your needs and goals, but usually includes a focus on understanding how you got where you are. This kind of insight can be vitally important in figuring out a practical way to get to a better place in life. When working with kids and teens, I always involve their parents to some extent, so they can better understand and help their children.

I received my PhD in clinical psychology at Ohio University. I then completed a clinical psychology internship at Yale University Medical School. I have 25+ years in teaching and supervising doctoral students in UT's APA approved clinical psychology program. During that time, I have published over 100 professional books and articles on psychology and treatment.

The decision to come to counseling is an important step. Often we feel alone in our struggles and the sense of isolation can drive us deeper into fear and shame. Coming to counseling and allowing ourselves to be known takes tremendous courage. Through my own experiences in counseling and in counseling others, I have come to believe that hope, redemption, and restoration can become a part of every person’s story. My approach to counseling is collaborative, holistic, and interactive. I have experience working with clients in most stages of life including individuals, couples, families, and adolescents.

We are a family-focused counseling clinic in Knoxville, TN. Haven is a practice that desires to meet the mental health and relational needs of the wider Knoxville community, with a particular focus on serving those looking for faith-sensitive services, where belief can be openly talked about and included in the therapeutic process. We desire to offer a safe and inviting place for adults, children, adolescents, and whole families to receive highly professional support in their emotional and behavioral needs.

Melissa (Missy) Cohen completed her Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. Missy has been licensed for 21 years and has 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and their families. Missy also treats adults and couples for individual and relational issues.