Therapists in Bartlett, TN

Are you looking for personal growth and the possibility of change? Do you like setting goals and reaching them? Forward Counseling is a group of independent professionals that utilize evidenced based interventions to move our clients towards their goals. We offer individual, family, group, and couples counseling virtually or in office. To get started, call or complete a contact form on our site at forwardcounseling.com/contact or bit.ly/newclientcontactform

I have over twenty-five years in the mental health profession. I have worked in a variety of positions providing alcohol and drug counseling, marital and family therapy, individual therapy for children, adolescents and adults. I have been employed with some of the major mental health centers in Memphis and Shelby County such as Northeast Community Mental Health Center, Midtown Mental Health Center and Southwest Mental Health Center. I specialize in working with marital issues, relationships issues, children and adolescents disorders, Trauma issues, occupational problems, and other major life issues.

I am here as a support in your time of need. I understand that life itself brings so many unexpected obstacles that you simply need "someone else to assist you during that time of fog in your life". Fortunately, for you I am that person if you allow me. We can work together to navigate through those troublesome times. My goal is for you to live your "Best Life". I want you to gain the skills to begin with a Better Life, next Good Life and ultimately your "Best Life" utilizing all acquired positive skills to Manage!

Before you can show up hard as a partner, parent, son, or daughter, you have to show up for yourself first. Ultimately the changes you wish to see in your life, starts with a commitment to embrace all of you. Together we will then do the inner work to help you reap the outward benefits.

Do you feel like you're in constant conflict with your spouse, a friend, or family member? Is it hard to express what you want in relationships, and you feel like you keep getting stuck? Relationships, whether with partners, children, family members, or friends, are often the source of our greatest joys and most painful heartaches. You want to enjoy your time with your favorite people. The first step is to understand and cope with your own needs and emotions so that you can learn to clearly express them to your loved ones and feel understood.

I have worked with people of all ages ranging from children to the elderly, with more focus devoted to those in their late teen s - mid - life stages . I specialize in working with anxiety, anger management, ADHD, stress management, improving relationships and communication, navigating life transitions, and parenting challenges. I have considerable experience supporting LGBTQIA individuals and helping them to navigate the challenges they may encounter with family, friends, or community. I also have worked extensively with parents on navigating challenging childhood behaviors and teenage puberty.

Angela Arnold is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 25 years of experience. She provides counseling services for children and families of all ages and from diverse backgrounds, as well as military families and immigrants. She is passionate about helping clients navigate life transitions, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, grief, loss, major medical issues, and end-of-life concerns. Angela completed her Master of Science in Social Work at the University of Tennessee, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Antioch University, and also attained Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) status in Oregon and California.

Hi there! I am a counselor who works with clients ages 13+ and am skilled in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, body image, self-esteem, anger management, and transition issues. I also have specialized training and experience working with older adults with dementia and other cognitive and age-related changes. Additionally, I see teenagers and adults of all ages who identify as LGBTQIA+ and am well-versed in helping clients who are questioning their identities, beginning the coming-out process, and/or transitioning. I am included as a recommended specialist for transgender mental health in the local OUTMemphis Resource Guide.

I want to work with you to develop treatment plan that meets your needs. By collaborating we can identify your needs, goals, and struggles and find a path that works for you. I work with clients of all ages, including children and adolescents with a range of issues, including learning disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, depression, and anxiety among others. When working with young people, I also spend time with their parents to talk about the challenges of parents and recommend strategies to deal with the issues you face.

Life is a journey that we don’t have to go through figuring out alone. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, mood changes, lack of motivation, transitions, traumas, feeling overwhelmed, trouble putting your thoughts together, or any of the other many barriers we can experience that interferes in a healthy life, please reach out. My life’s purpose is to serve as a support for others and I am here for you.

"I provide a safe, warm, nonjudgmental environment that embraces change. I provide an empathic and supportive approach which integrates psychodynamic and psychoanalytic techniques in order to help clients not only reduce symptoms, but to also explore and understand the unmet needs that have driven the behavior. I help clients build upon their strengths to help empower them. Clients need to understand that they are not having a breakdown, but a break through. The symptoms your are experiencing are normal based on a abnormal experiences. Through assessments and sessions I create a specialized treatment plan.

I am passionate about working with adolescents and adults to support hope and healing during difficult times. I believe in meeting clients where they are and using a collaborative approach to ensure clients are able to progress towards their specific goals. I have experience working with clients who are experiencing a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma symptoms, relationship issues and various life transitions and stressors. I understand everyone’s needs are different and use a variety of evidence-based modalities to shape the therapeutic process to best meet the client’s needs.

The way you tell your story to yourself matters. - Amy Cuddy We each have a story to tell and that story creates how we see ourselves, how we interact with the world around us, and how we manage the challenges life places in front of us. I approach therapy from the viewpoint that our personal story matters and we can change and shape our story through the therapeutic process. I utilize narrative therapy techniques to increase people's ability to have insight and self-awareness. I am also trained in expressive art therapies using Archetype imagery such as tarot and oracle cards. I am Pagan and alternative spirituality friendly.

Do you feel like you are hanging on by a thread? Is it becoming increasingly difficult to cope with the curve balls that life is throwing at you? Do you need a safe place to figure out this journey called “life”? At The Resiliency Center of Memphis, we are here to provide you with a safe space to promote your voice and choice and walk beside you as you embark your journey of overcoming obstacles. If your car was broken, you would see a mechanic. If you wanted to travel, you would see an agent. You are making the right move by seeking out a professional to improve your mental health.

Lindsey Foxx is a Licensed Counselor with years of experience. She specializes in treating frustration tolerance, depression, stress, anxiety, parenting problems, motivation and self-confidence issues. She also has experience working with individuals who have experienced mental or physical trauma.

I am a therapist with Ellie Mental Health Center, and I counsel children and adolescents, from ages 6-18, on academic and behavioral matters including, but not limited to, the following: Goal-Setting, Study Skills, Test-Taking Strategies, Organization/Time Management, Non-Violent Conflict Resolution, Respect/Responsibility, Decision-Making, New School Transitions, Self-Esteem Issues, Grief/Bereavement, Stress Management, Anger Management, and College/Career Awareness, Exploration and Planning. I also work with adults of all ages and life stages on a range of issues, including anxiety and depression, eating disorders and PTSD.

As a therapist I help individuals and couples identify areas in their life where changes can be made.The relationships in your life may be dissatisfying or maybe you are going through a difficult situation that is beyond your control. Together, we can work to uncover what is getting in the way of you living life with purpose and satisfaction.

Let’s work together to achieve your goals both internally and externally. Together we can discuss what’s important concerning your thoughts, feelings and actions while achieving all goals. I have experience working with Individuals, family/couples, trauma victims, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, anger management and personality disorders. When working with families, together we will improve communication skills, develop effective strategies for conflict resolution and embrace a plan for building a deeper family connection.