Aaron M
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW (he, him)
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Let's Connect (865) 390-7769

I work best with folks who want therapy to feel active and focused. If you're looking for real progress, not just a place to vent, we might be a good fit. My approach is structured, collaborative, and goal-oriented. My practice’s motto, “where action meets insight,” reflects my belief that therapy isn't just about the one hour a week we meet. Real change happens in the hours you’re living your life outside of session. Our work will focus on building insight, using practical tools, and making meaningful shifts that last beyond therapy.
I specialize in trauma, OCD, and chronic pain. These issues often share a common thread: a nervous system that’s become overprotective. When the brain misreads safety as danger, it can create cycles of fear, avoidance, and pain. I use evidence-based approaches to help you break these patterns and support long-term relief.
Scared to reach out? That's normal! Therapy is about leaning into discomfort for growth. We'll face those "what ifs" together. Call, text, or email me; I'll make getting started as simple as possible. For residents of Knox and surrounding counties worried about cost, ask me about the Treatment Access Bank program.
Call or Email Aaron M Free now for a free 15 minute consultation - (865) 390-7769
Let's Connect (865) 390-7769

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Out of Network
Aaron M Free
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (865) 390-7769
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Tennessee / 9693 Aaron M Free
- Attended University of Tennessee, Master of Science in Social Work
- Certificate from The Ohio State University - Clinical Fellow
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Aaron M Free
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (865) 390-7769
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Chronic Pain
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Expertise
- ADHD
- Adult Children of Hoarders
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Bisexual
- Depression
- Fibromyalgia
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Transgender
Aaron M Free
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (865) 390-7769
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- EMDR
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- I-CBT for OCD
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
- Schema Therapy
- Trauma Focused
- Unified Protocol
Aaron M Free
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (865) 390-7769
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Aaron M Free
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (865) 390-7769