Family Therapy in Brentwood, TN

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Maria Abercrombie
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
I compassionately work with family and abuse issues, and PTSD.
Do you feel overwhelmed and out of control? Are you dealing with difficult people and problematic situations? Let me help you focus on the things that you can control and can change. Let's focus on changing your attitudes, expectations and outlook. Sometimes it is also important to redefine boundaries and expectations with others. I have a positive approach, will make practical suggestions and will support you in making important decisions. I specialize in relationship issues, marital counseling, resolving trauma, anxiety, depression and life transition issues. I teach stress management, relaxation exercises and guided imagery.
I compassionately work with family and abuse issues, and PTSD.
Do you feel overwhelmed and out of control? Are you dealing with difficult people and problematic situations? Let me help you focus on the things that you can control and can change. Let's focus on changing your attitudes, expectations and outlook. Sometimes it is also important to redefine boundaries and expectations with others. I have a positive approach, will make practical suggestions and will support you in making important decisions. I specialize in relationship issues, marital counseling, resolving trauma, anxiety, depression and life transition issues. I teach stress management, relaxation exercises and guided imagery.
(865) 927-8641 View (865) 927-8641
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Daryn Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
I help those with boundary problems, a lack of assertiveness, putting others' feelings and needs above their own, co-dependency, emotional disconnection, vulnerability problems, family enmeshment, relationship conflicts, religious abuse and deconstruction, shame/guilt, workaholism and burnout, and feeling wounded by modern society.
I help those with boundary problems, a lack of assertiveness, putting others' feelings and needs above their own, co-dependency, emotional disconnection, vulnerability problems, family enmeshment, relationship conflicts, religious abuse and deconstruction, shame/guilt, workaholism and burnout, and feeling wounded by modern society.
(615) 581-4005 View (615) 581-4005
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Yvonne Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
I help people with personal growth, dealing with the stress in their lives, addressing relationship problems with their partner or family members, building self-esteem, grief/loss, career development, and workplace consultation.
I am a licensed counselor/coach and I help people achieve life balance and peace of mind. I help people with a wide variety of life stressors, transitions and challenges. I'll talk with you about what you'd like to get out of therapy or coaching, set goals, and individualize the best way to reach those goals.
I help people with personal growth, dealing with the stress in their lives, addressing relationship problems with their partner or family members, building self-esteem, grief/loss, career development, and workplace consultation.
I am a licensed counselor/coach and I help people achieve life balance and peace of mind. I help people with a wide variety of life stressors, transitions and challenges. I'll talk with you about what you'd like to get out of therapy or coaching, set goals, and individualize the best way to reach those goals.
(615) 576-8872 View (615) 576-8872
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Gary Alan Stommel
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CTC, CTLC
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
It would be a privilege to work with you on the areas of your life where you feel stuck. Anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relational issues with family, spirituality issues, grief and loss, men's issues, and marriage counseling, are all areas I specialize in. I help individuals get to the root of why they can not seem to change and I my strengths are helping you create a plan for success. We repeat what we do not repair in our relationships. As a certified temperament specialist, I help people understand their own personalities within relationships. Extensive training through several nationally accredited counseling programs.
It would be a privilege to work with you on the areas of your life where you feel stuck. Anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relational issues with family, spirituality issues, grief and loss, men's issues, and marriage counseling, are all areas I specialize in. I help individuals get to the root of why they can not seem to change and I my strengths are helping you create a plan for success. We repeat what we do not repair in our relationships. As a certified temperament specialist, I help people understand their own personalities within relationships. Extensive training through several nationally accredited counseling programs.
(615) 338-8827 View (615) 338-8827
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Cathie Quillet
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
Synonymous with reproductive trauma are heartache, loss and grief, loneliness, hopelessness, anxiety, and depression. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in the treatment of reproductive and maternal mental health and adoption. I am the owner of Tennessee Reproductive Therapy (and Arkansas Reproductive Therapy), which supports individuals and couples through the life stages of infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and adoption.
Synonymous with reproductive trauma are heartache, loss and grief, loneliness, hopelessness, anxiety, and depression. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in the treatment of reproductive and maternal mental health and adoption. I am the owner of Tennessee Reproductive Therapy (and Arkansas Reproductive Therapy), which supports individuals and couples through the life stages of infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and adoption.
(615) 640-1535 View (615) 640-1535
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Eric Bottoms
LPCMHSP, EFT, EMDR, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
Do you struggle with sex getting more daily attention than your closest relationships? Maybe a previous infidelity or betrayal continues to plague the relationship? Many of my clients struggle to make sense of emotions, but long to feel safe and connected to friends and family. Despite our best protective strategies, emotional experiences will not be ignored. Over a lifespan, adaptive protective strategies of the past become our prisons. Mal-adaptive in the present, old and helpful strategies of the past form the barriers to trusting safe and connected relationships we all desperately desire.
Do you struggle with sex getting more daily attention than your closest relationships? Maybe a previous infidelity or betrayal continues to plague the relationship? Many of my clients struggle to make sense of emotions, but long to feel safe and connected to friends and family. Despite our best protective strategies, emotional experiences will not be ignored. Over a lifespan, adaptive protective strategies of the past become our prisons. Mal-adaptive in the present, old and helpful strategies of the past form the barriers to trusting safe and connected relationships we all desperately desire.
(615) 258-6124 View (615) 258-6124
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Stuart Eldon Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
Anxiety exhausts, paralyzes, and overwhelms us. Depression leaves us feeling hopeless, worthless, and alone. ADHD can stifle our productivity while crushing our self-esteem. Addiction keeps us in bondage to that which will never truly satisfy. And marital and family relationships that were supposed to serve as secure bases can quickly become sources of tremendous pain and distress. You've tried to overcome these issues on your own but to no avail; you feel stuck and as though you've run out of options. But there is hope!
Anxiety exhausts, paralyzes, and overwhelms us. Depression leaves us feeling hopeless, worthless, and alone. ADHD can stifle our productivity while crushing our self-esteem. Addiction keeps us in bondage to that which will never truly satisfy. And marital and family relationships that were supposed to serve as secure bases can quickly become sources of tremendous pain and distress. You've tried to overcome these issues on your own but to no avail; you feel stuck and as though you've run out of options. But there is hope!
(901) 350-4503 View (901) 350-4503
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Joe McNulty
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 &2.
Informed by attachment theory and IFS, I incorporate effective counseling models to work with couples, families, and individuals. My passion is to help people recover their hearts so they can be who they are made to be and do what they are made to do.
I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 &2.
Informed by attachment theory and IFS, I incorporate effective counseling models to work with couples, families, and individuals. My passion is to help people recover their hearts so they can be who they are made to be and do what they are made to do.
(615) 645-2177 View (615) 645-2177
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Cameron Presson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
Utilizing a blend of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Brainspotting, I work with individual clients ages 13+, as well as couples.
Life does the best it can to squeeze out every ounce of resilience we have in us. What do you do when you’ve come to the end of yourself? We aren’t wired to face the hurt, fear, and loneliness of life alone.
Utilizing a blend of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Brainspotting, I work with individual clients ages 13+, as well as couples.
Life does the best it can to squeeze out every ounce of resilience we have in us. What do you do when you’ve come to the end of yourself? We aren’t wired to face the hurt, fear, and loneliness of life alone.
(629) 468-2926 View (629) 468-2926
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Taylor Borck Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
I work with neurodivergent teens and adults (Autism and ADHD) as well was a wide range of clients who have experienced trauma, issues in their family dynamic, communication, peer groups, self-esteem, and relationships. I am most passionate about working with individuals as they explore the deep parts of themselves and uncover new insights. Many of my clients work to improve relationships, gain tools and strategies for day to day struggles, and explore, process, and find healing from past traumas and old wounds.
I work with neurodivergent teens and adults (Autism and ADHD) as well was a wide range of clients who have experienced trauma, issues in their family dynamic, communication, peer groups, self-esteem, and relationships. I am most passionate about working with individuals as they explore the deep parts of themselves and uncover new insights. Many of my clients work to improve relationships, gain tools and strategies for day to day struggles, and explore, process, and find healing from past traumas and old wounds.
(629) 217-0765 View (629) 217-0765
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Mellissa DePaola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
We all bear wounds of some kind. Everyone has a unique life story to share. I became a therapist to listen to others’ stories of pain, and work with them to find light in their darkness. For 15 years, I have worked with individuals and families that have suffered from wounds inflicted by others, as well as emotional harm that may be self inflicted. Trauma and dysfunctional family patterns, or damaging thoughts- such as shame, anxiety, and self-defeat- may serve as examples of these wounds. The weight of unresolved emotional and mental pain can be both limiting and exhausting. But there is hope, and these wounds can be mended.
We all bear wounds of some kind. Everyone has a unique life story to share. I became a therapist to listen to others’ stories of pain, and work with them to find light in their darkness. For 15 years, I have worked with individuals and families that have suffered from wounds inflicted by others, as well as emotional harm that may be self inflicted. Trauma and dysfunctional family patterns, or damaging thoughts- such as shame, anxiety, and self-defeat- may serve as examples of these wounds. The weight of unresolved emotional and mental pain can be both limiting and exhausting. But there is hope, and these wounds can be mended.
(615) 861-1582 View (615) 861-1582
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Dr. Michael Christian
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, NCC, CSAT-S, ABCST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
The typical client at CTG is an individual, couple or family who struggles with a variety of issues. These include but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, mood issues, chronic pain, personality challenges, addiction, sexual dysfunction, marital and relational distress, attachment disorders, trauma history, and more. Our clients find us through referral from another therapist, a past or present client who suggests they make an appointment with CTG, pastors, physicians, and other professionals.
The typical client at CTG is an individual, couple or family who struggles with a variety of issues. These include but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, mood issues, chronic pain, personality challenges, addiction, sexual dysfunction, marital and relational distress, attachment disorders, trauma history, and more. Our clients find us through referral from another therapist, a past or present client who suggests they make an appointment with CTG, pastors, physicians, and other professionals.
(629) 258-7298 View (629) 258-7298
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Romney Snyder-Croft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, TN-LCSW, IL-LCSW, LA-LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
Currently, I am doing all services via HIPPA Secure Tele-health for Tennessee, Illinois and Louisana. I currently and excepting new clients. I work with children/adolescents, adults and families. I have helped clients understand and work through their life challenges. I will try to help individuals and families to have emotional insight into their work, personal and family issues.
Currently, I am doing all services via HIPPA Secure Tele-health for Tennessee, Illinois and Louisana. I currently and excepting new clients. I work with children/adolescents, adults and families. I have helped clients understand and work through their life challenges. I will try to help individuals and families to have emotional insight into their work, personal and family issues.
(615) 654-6759 View (615) 654-6759
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Amanda Aguirre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, based in Tennessee serving Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia via Telehealth. I received my Masters from Western Kentucky University and have been practicing for several years. I help adults with anxiety, coping skills, grief, and relationships. I help teens and young adults with coping and life skills. I work with couples struggling with relationships concerns or lack of growth. I also work with families working through family concerns and struggles.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, based in Tennessee serving Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia via Telehealth. I received my Masters from Western Kentucky University and have been practicing for several years. I help adults with anxiety, coping skills, grief, and relationships. I help teens and young adults with coping and life skills. I work with couples struggling with relationships concerns or lack of growth. I also work with families working through family concerns and struggles.
(615) 592-4031 View (615) 592-4031
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Paul Case
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with twenty years of experience in helping parents navigate the tween, teen and young adult years with their children. Whether the presenting issue is teen substance abuse, school refusal, family conflict, self-harm, low self-esteem, overuse of technology, attention-deficit issues, anxiety or depression, failure to launch, or adjustment to circumstances such as divorce or loss, I'll help you help your child. I'll provide a clear and comprehensive assessment of the issue, and guidance for how you and your child can both grow through these challenges.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with twenty years of experience in helping parents navigate the tween, teen and young adult years with their children. Whether the presenting issue is teen substance abuse, school refusal, family conflict, self-harm, low self-esteem, overuse of technology, attention-deficit issues, anxiety or depression, failure to launch, or adjustment to circumstances such as divorce or loss, I'll help you help your child. I'll provide a clear and comprehensive assessment of the issue, and guidance for how you and your child can both grow through these challenges.
(615) 281-5141 View (615) 281-5141
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Abby Doores
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
Almost all of my work includes stepping into exploring our family of origin and developmental experiences to better understand how we came to be, believe what we do, and experience the world and others today.
I love helping young women and couples find wholeness in relationship with themselves, others, and God. Whether you are someone(s) overcoming trauma or family of origin issues, discerning your own belief system, striving to create a life of alignment, strengthening the intertwining of two unique lives before or after marriage, navigating sexual intimacy struggles, or simply going through a big life adjustment and need a safe space to process, I so look forward to meeting you and joining in on the adventure.
Almost all of my work includes stepping into exploring our family of origin and developmental experiences to better understand how we came to be, believe what we do, and experience the world and others today.
I love helping young women and couples find wholeness in relationship with themselves, others, and God. Whether you are someone(s) overcoming trauma or family of origin issues, discerning your own belief system, striving to create a life of alignment, strengthening the intertwining of two unique lives before or after marriage, navigating sexual intimacy struggles, or simply going through a big life adjustment and need a safe space to process, I so look forward to meeting you and joining in on the adventure.
(629) 258-8928 View (629) 258-8928
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Dr. Julie Hinds Griggs
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
In the psychology and counseling field, I have co-authored academic journal articles and book chapters, taught Introduction to Psychology as adjunct faculty, trained at an addiction treatment facility, and worked in medical family therapy at a family medicine clinic.
Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel powerless and defeated because life seems to be happening to you? Do you have trouble letting go of unhealthy parts of your life? Do you desire to live a more fulfilled, peaceful life but are having trouble getting there? Well, I can help. My specialty is helping clients feel more empowered and fulfilled in their life. I believe the counseling journey is a collaborative endeavor and healing happens in relationship to ourselves and with others. Together, we will face the challenges in your life and work to resolve them as we seek to uncover your true potential.
In the psychology and counseling field, I have co-authored academic journal articles and book chapters, taught Introduction to Psychology as adjunct faculty, trained at an addiction treatment facility, and worked in medical family therapy at a family medicine clinic.
Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel powerless and defeated because life seems to be happening to you? Do you have trouble letting go of unhealthy parts of your life? Do you desire to live a more fulfilled, peaceful life but are having trouble getting there? Well, I can help. My specialty is helping clients feel more empowered and fulfilled in their life. I believe the counseling journey is a collaborative endeavor and healing happens in relationship to ourselves and with others. Together, we will face the challenges in your life and work to resolve them as we seek to uncover your true potential.
(615) 258-7825 View (615) 258-7825
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Chelsea Nixon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
I use an Internal Family Systems framework to help my clients find compassion for all parts of themselves and embody their values.
Clients often come to me because they have relational goals or challenges that have them feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Whether navigating the complexities of non-monogamy, figuring out relationships in the context of your sexual or gender identity, struggling with communication and conflict, working through relational traumas, or trying to achieve more sexual fulfillment, you deserve a therapist who is competent and respectful and who will partner with you in your work to be a happier human. That is my goal.
I use an Internal Family Systems framework to help my clients find compassion for all parts of themselves and embody their values.
Clients often come to me because they have relational goals or challenges that have them feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Whether navigating the complexities of non-monogamy, figuring out relationships in the context of your sexual or gender identity, struggling with communication and conflict, working through relational traumas, or trying to achieve more sexual fulfillment, you deserve a therapist who is competent and respectful and who will partner with you in your work to be a happier human. That is my goal.
(615) 200-1197 View (615) 200-1197
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Jeanine C Miller
PhD, SPE-HSP
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
So often we get caught up in survival mode and coping with the day to day. Everyone deserves to thrive. My ideal client may be wrestling with any number of life challenges such as anxiety, depression, family/ relationship conflicts, and chronic stress leading to emotional and physical exhaustion.
So often we get caught up in survival mode and coping with the day to day. Everyone deserves to thrive. My ideal client may be wrestling with any number of life challenges such as anxiety, depression, family/ relationship conflicts, and chronic stress leading to emotional and physical exhaustion.
(629) 205-0602 View (629) 205-0602
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Kristen Maloney
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with individuals and couples regarding relational, life, mood, family-related, codependency, and other issues.
Making the step to begin the counseling process can be scary and overwhelming; but it can be the first step toward healing and change. I absolutely love working with individuals and couples. Walking along side clients as they journey their way through hurt, anger, grief, frustration, and other emotions, is my pleasure. Some of my previous clients came to me when things seemed to be very grim and hopeless. It has been my pleasure to watch them put in the hard work and commitment to the therapeutic process and come out as stronger individuals and couples.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples regarding relational, life, mood, family-related, codependency, and other issues.
Making the step to begin the counseling process can be scary and overwhelming; but it can be the first step toward healing and change. I absolutely love working with individuals and couples. Walking along side clients as they journey their way through hurt, anger, grief, frustration, and other emotions, is my pleasure. Some of my previous clients came to me when things seemed to be very grim and hopeless. It has been my pleasure to watch them put in the hard work and commitment to the therapeutic process and come out as stronger individuals and couples.
(615) 212-2469 View (615) 212-2469
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.