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David S Thornton
David S Thornton
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT

David S Thornton

Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
762 E. Argyle Ave., Nashville, TN 37203
Let's Connect (615) 239-0611
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I help gifted, hurting individuals and couples, often ages 30-60, experience relief from the loneliness and destructive behaviors that arise from trauma and addiction. I work with individual survivors of physical, sexual, and spiritual abuse, as well as couples in distress, moving with them through the cold shadow of death when there seems no way out, to find a way through. My clients find increasing freedom from anxiety, fear, anger, and self-hatred, and release into powerful ways of living. I help people stop running from their pain and shame and start walking in peace to make conscious positive choices.
As an integrative therapist, I work very gently and with great empathy, finding lost pieces and connecting memories of abuse with current conflicts. I engage with your thoughts and dreams, reflecting with you and developing new frames for the struggles you carry. The path of healing is deeply spiritual: I help clients transform trauma into a life of love.
I know suffering inside and out. I have walked with many scores of people through the hell and chaos of confusion and pain. Wealth and power provide no escape route from the isolation of disconnection. No matter who you are, what you feel, what you doubt, or who you love, you don't have to stay alone in fear. Let me walk with you toward healing.
Call or David S Thornton now for a free 15 minute consultation - (615) 239-0611

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

762 E. Argyle Ave.

Nashville, TN 37203

(615) 239-0611
I am taking careful measures to ensure client safety, and will continue to see people in the office or by telehealth, as they prefer.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Sexual Abuse and Spirituality 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (615) 239-0611

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

762 E. Argyle Ave.

Nashville, TN 37203

(615) 239-0611
I am taking careful measures to ensure client safety, and will continue to see people in the office or by telehealth, as they prefer.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Sexual Abuse and Spirituality 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by Cash, Check, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (615) 239-0611
David S Thornton
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (615) 239-0611
David S Thornton
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Tennessee / CPT0000000065 David S Thornton
  • In Practice for 21 Years
  • Certificate from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology M.A. in Clinical Psychology / 1997
  • Certificate from ACPE 2022
  • Attended Lipscomb University, Doctor of Ministry, Graduated 2017
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (615) 239-0611
David S Thornton
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (615) 239-0611
David S Thornton
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Spiritual abuse and trauma
  • Stress
Do these issues align with your needs? or (615) 239-0611
David S Thornton
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (615) 239-0611
David S Thornton
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT

3 Endorsements

Tyler Nicodem
Tyler Nicodem
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalMA
David has a compassionate presence that is inviting to your soul. David is a highly intentional pastoral counselor that helps those who are suffering find hope and healing.
Jeremy Sublett
Jeremy Sublett
Licensed Professional CounselorLPCMHSPCertIFS
I’ve known David since 2019 and worked closely with him for nearly 2 years. He has a deeply rich, yet simple way of connecting with people and bringing light to their life. He is devoted to his work and you will progress along your chosen path in his care.
Cynthia P Lucas
Cynthia P Lucas
PsychologistPhD
David is a wonderful listener. His ability to hear "the kernel" in what is shared is one of his gifts, along with true empathy and respect for people's individuality. He is effective with a wide array of clients. I am proud to have him as a colleague.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Cancer
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

French
German

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Cancer
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

French
German

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Imago
  • Integrative
  • Psychodynamic
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (615) 239-0611
David S Thornton
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (615) 239-0611
David S Thornton
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT

Location

Primary Location

762 E. Argyle Ave.

Nashville, TN 37203

(615) 239-0611
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I am taking careful measures to ensure client safety, and will continue to see people in the office or by telehealth, as they prefer.
Call for a free consultation now - (615) 239-0611
David S Thornton
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT
"
I am taking careful measures to ensure client safety, and will continue to see people in the office or by telehealth, as they prefer.
Call for a free consultation now - (615) 239-0611
David S Thornton
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT
Last Modified: 22 Mar 2024