You're tired of keeping secrets. You feel ashamed and lonely. You feel trapped. You're scared that you are broken beyond repair. Compulsive sexual behavior is ruining your relationships and your life. If this describes you, let's talk. Because I believe sexual addiction shouldn't be allowed to separate you from everything you love.

Life can throw some curve balls that often knock us down and leave us blindsided--however, painful and difficult experiences do not have to define the essence of you as a person; rather those experiences can be a starting point to creating a more authentic, connected version of yourself. I am passionate about enabling my clients to discover their own path to healing through positivity and empowerment. Making the decision to come to counseling can be hard, but it is a step in the right direction. I provide online video therapy for EMDR, anxiety, self-care help & more. Individual therapy and support groups available.

I believe that we all have the capability to grow and move into a place of connectedness. My aim is to provide a safe space for clients to feel seen, heard, and valued. I believe that the therapy process empowers clients to move into a place of freedom, where they are free of burdens to be able to experience their authentic self.

Stephen specializes in helping couples work through connection issues and individuals work through issues of trauma, anxiety, and depression. Stephen has a particular interest in working with people struggling with matters of gender and sexuality and those who have experienced spiritual abuse and shame as a result. Prior to returning to the field of psychotherapy, Stephen had a career in law enforcement working as a police officer in St. Louis city and as an FBI agent before coming to terms with the fact that he was better suited to be an agent of mercy and healing rather than an agent of justice.

Being able to talk openly and honestly about feelings is the foundation of therapy. A therapist is a supportive person who can listen to you and give you honest feedback in an emotionally safe space. Therapy is about getting a better understanding of yourself, your behavior, feelings, motivations, and patterns. When you come to therapy, I want you to feel comfortable coming in just as you are.

Let's not say "therapy," let's call it what it is - developing Emotional Intelligence. Emotional Intelligence is the key to a positive lifestyle. You are not born with Emotional Intelligence, nor does it come naturally. It is a skill that develops over time. Throughout our life, we are exposed to stress, adverse events and life-changing situations. These experiences add up, accumulate, get filed away in our minds; only to arise at the most inconvenient times, impacting our ability to function with everyday life. Having a strong Emotional Intelligence helps you manage and get your life back on track.

My therapeutic approach is client-centered and integrative in nature, while being deeply influenced by attachment theory. In my experience both as a client and as a therapist, Emotionally Focused Therapy is the most powerful therapeutic approach to couples therapy. Too often, people focus on the content of what is wrong ("Why can't he load the dishwasher correctly?" or "Why won't she stop nagging me?") rather than the process of what is actually happening ("I need to feel respected and heard" or "I need more connection"). EFT has been found through much research to effect lasting change and connection.

I am glad you are considering my services for your counseling needs. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Tennessee. I am also an Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist; working with individuals, couples and families. My goal is to facilitate the healing process for clients struggling with intimacy disorders and addictions. My approach is to increase their ability to be authentically known through safe relationships.

You found this listing for a reason. Thank you for reading! I believe that sharing your precious inner world with someone is a worthy effort. You do not have to keep hurting and trying to do this alone. I often work with clients in recovery from narcissistic and traumatic abuse, those trying to change their "people pleasing" behaviors, and with those seeking growth and awareness during major life transitions. You may find that after the first session you feel great relief in getting a new perspective from an informed therapist. Video sessions are available for anyone living in Tennessee.

Life can be both messy and beautiful. Life also brings so many opportunities to dive deeper, to transform, and to learn how to love ourselves and others with open hearts. I believe that we all deserve a space to let our feelings be felt. We all deserve to have our experiences witnessed and held with compassion and kindness. My hope is that the therapeutic relationship is a healing one and that the space we create together supports growth and curiosity. My approach to this work is rooted in compassion and human-to-human connection. I believe that authentic connection supports our capacity to grow and change.

I work with parents, children, and adolescents from all walks of life. One's life journey can be beautiful, stressful, joyous, and heartbreaking. My desire is to walk alongside each individual on their unique journey, and my goal is to provide a healing space for each person who walks into my office. I aim to work together with clients to help them find the best possible solution to life's challenges, to facilitate change and transformation, and to foster healing. My natural niche stems from my experience working with children, adolescents, and parents.

Everyone in this world faces something that is bigger and stronger than them. When that time comes they go to their coping skill toolbox and if it is empty they often turn to drugs. I have had significant success with males 30-65 who have addiction combined with relationship issues. Often addiction is more about the root(trauma,sexual abuse,loneliness ,Isolation,rejection,spousal abuse) than the fruit of addiction(drug abuse, alcohol abuse,sex addiction,food addiction). In recovery you learn to heal by letting go of the wounds that do not serve you. You learn that the purpose of pain is transformation not deliverance.

Do you struggle with life issues that have prevented you from moving forward and being “stuck” with unhealthy and unproductive cycles? If so, that doesn’t have to be your continued story. Your narrative can be different if you desire and are willing to explore the prospect of CHANGE and the path of HOPE. Most importantly, you don’t have to navigate this journey alone, together and collaboratively you can begin the journey of been unstuck and a thriving life. I am quite passionate about serving people who desire change, hope, happiness and life fulfillment.

ATTENTION STRUGGLING INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES: Do you feel like you will never get out of the rut you are in? Always feeling anxious? Is something holding you back from truly connecting with others?

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of Tennessee. I am well versed in working with young adult females, couples, families, and parents. I am experienced in working with challenges ranging from self esteem, family of origin issues, anxiety, family, relationship conflicts, boundary setting, parenting, life stage transitioning, and communication. Therapy goals that I commonly work with include communication, increasing self esteem, effectively coping with anxiety, boundary setting, emotional expression and increasing couple/family connection for an overall better quality of life and relationships.

Most personal struggles stem from relational disconnection and lack of emotional awareness. While some counselors try to fix or solve clients, I work to know you and help you know yourself so you can rediscover joy, meaning, and connection. I work with men, women, couples, and adolescents.

My clients present with a variety of mental health concerns and life challenges. I commonly work with individuals who numb their emotions with unhealthy or impulsive behaviors; I also see clients for support with managing difficult relationships, dealing with stressors, or navigating life transitions. My clients tend to need to find safety in experiencing their emotions, to clarify their boundaries and goals, and to learn to communicate assertively. My clients tend to want coping skills for managing difficult emotions effectively, and guidance for how to take intentional action towards their values and goals.

Life can become so overwhelming that we often times feel alone. I'm here to walk through those stressful times with you, your partner, and/or your family. Whether the issues is anxiety, depression, or your family is walking through a difficult transition. This transition could be: divorce, remarriage, death of a loved one, moving, etc. I'm here to help you reach your goals of being able to implement coping skills, health boundaries, and healthy communication skills into your lives and relationships.

Life can often be overwhelming and difficult. I believe that within every person you have the tools to find what you need, but sometimes it is difficult to know where to start. Let me help you and your family sort through and get life back on track. My passion is walking alongside children, families, and adults and helping them to find different ways to navigate life. I strive to individualize therapy for each person, and after the initial intake, you and I will create an individualize treatment plan to match your specific needs.

Practice specialization is marital, divorce, and blended family orientations. Modalities utilized are designed for identifying issues related to effective communication, emotional triggers, and resolution of transgenerational family patterns.