Ariel Stokes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, PMH-C (she, her)
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Let's Connect (629) 263-7094
If you've ever thought, "Why do I keep ending up in the same relationship patterns?" you're not alone. Whether you're dating, building new friendships, navigating a long-term partnership, or healing after a breakup, relational stress can deeply impact your mental health. You might find yourself overthinking texts, fearing rejection, pulling away when things get close, choosing emotionally unavailable partners, or struggling to maintain meaningful friendships. These patterns can feel confusing, but they can change.
The ways we learned to connect early in life often shape how we approach closeness, conflict, vulnerability, and life transitions. When you don't feel secure in relationships, dating can feel anxiety-provoking, friendships can feel one-sided, and partnerships can feel unstable or overwhelming.
In our work together, we’ll explore your relational patterns with curiosity and compassion — not judgment. We’ll strengthen your ability to communicate needs, tolerate vulnerability, set boundaries, and choose relationships that feel reciprocal and secure. Together, we can help you create the connection you've been looking for!
Call or Email Ariel Stokes now for a free 15 minute consultation - (629) 263-7094
Let's Connect (629) 263-7094
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Out of Network
Ariel Stokes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, PMH-C
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (629) 263-7094
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Tennessee / 4945 Ariel Stokes
- In Practice for 8 years
- Attended Vanderbilt University, M.Ed. in Human Development Counseling, Graduated 2018
- Certificate from Postpartum Support International, perinatal mental health certified PMH-C / 2024
- Certificate from EMDRIA, EMDR trained 2017
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Ariel Stokes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, PMH-C
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (629) 263-7094
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Life Transitions
- Relationship Issues
- Women's Issues
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Body Image
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Ariel Stokes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, PMH-C
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (629) 263-7094
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Ariel Stokes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, PMH-C
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (629) 263-7094
Location
Additional Location
Ariel Stokes Counseling
103 Continental Pl
Suite 204
Brentwood, TN 37027
(629) 263-7094Nearby Areas
Ariel Stokes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, PMH-C
Call for a free consultation now - (629) 263-7094