Dean Porterfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
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Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I respect the courage it takes to begin. My goal is to help you feel comfortable quickly by building a real connection and offering insight or relief from the very first session. This is especially important for adolescents, young adults, and men who may feel unsure at first. I meet you where you are, focus on your strengths, and work with you to create clear, meaningful goals. My approach is warm, supportive, and direct when needed. I also bring experience as a national and international speaker and trainer, offering a broad, practical perspective to our work together.
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and men navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, career direction, and performance. I also support high-profile clients facing unique pressures. Alongside my practice, I serve as Executive Director at Cumberland Heights/ARCH Academy, bringing added experience and perspective.
I believe therapy works best when you’re actively involved. Together, we’ll use practical, engaging approaches—sometimes even outside the office—to help things truly stick. If you’re ready for something that feels different and effective, I’d welcome the chance to connect and get started.
Call or Email Dean Porterfield now for a free 15 minute consultation - (615) 900-2180
Let's Connect (615) 900-2180
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Out of Network
Dean Porterfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (615) 900-2180
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Tennessee / 1643 Dean Porterfield
- In Practice for 28 years
- Attended West Virginia University, Master of Arts, Graduated 1998
Education and Years In Practice
Dean Porterfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (615) 900-2180
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Addiction
- Men's Issues
- Sports Performance
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Internet Addiction
- Mood Disorders
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Young men life trasitions
Dean Porterfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 900-2180
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family Systems
- Gestalt
- Impact Therapy
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Transactional Analysis
- Trauma Focused
Dean Porterfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (615) 900-2180
Location
Primary Location
Narratives, Counseling, Coaching and Consulting
8337 Sawyer Brown Rd
Nashville, TN 37221
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Nearby Areas
Dean Porterfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (615) 900-2180