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Herscher Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
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Herscher Counseling Associates

Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
7417 Kingston Pike, Suite 201, Knoxville, TN 37919
Let's Connect (865) 355-7800
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Our clients may experience depression, anxiety, and interpersonal, or family problems. Different stages of life, from childhood to older adulthood all come with a unique set of challenges. Addiction, interpersonal problems, LGBTQ Issues, fertility issues and grief are all areas in which we specialize.
At Herscher Counseling Associates we provide empathic evidenced-based interventions to support individuals of all ages through their journey toward wellness. Dr. Herscher has been in the field for 20+ years, her team brings experience and expertise with a variety of issues and age groups.
Life can be filled with tremendous joy, but also profound challenges that get us down. Sometimes daily life feels overwhelming, and reaching out can feel difficult. If you are feeling stuck, sad or just like you need a little help to get through, contact us free of cost to see if counseling is right for you.
Call or Herscher Counseling Associates now for a free 15 minute consultation - (865) 355-7800

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

West Knox Plaza Office

7417 Kingston Pike

Suite 201

Knoxville, TN 37919 map

(865) 355-7800

Herscher Counseling Associates Newport Office

237 East Broadway Street

Suite 200

Newport, TN 37821 map

Website
We see clients in person at the West Knox office, or through secure telehealth. Traditional and after-hours counseling available.
$125 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (865) 355-7800
Photo of Dr. Megan Herscher - Herscher Counseling Associates, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

West Knox Plaza Office

7417 Kingston Pike

Suite 201

Knoxville, TN 37919 map

(865) 355-7800

Herscher Counseling Associates Newport Office

237 East Broadway Street

Suite 200

Newport, TN 37821 map

Website
We see clients in person at the West Knox office, or through secure telehealth. Traditional and after-hours counseling available.
$125 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $125

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa
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Accepting Aetna, Cigna, UHC, Optum and some BCBS. Self Pay & Out of Network Insurance can be reimbursed by client through a super bill. Sliding scale options may be available.
Photo of Dr. Megan Herscher - Herscher Counseling Associates, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Herscher Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (865) 355-7800
"
Accepting Aetna, Cigna, UHC, Optum and some BCBS. Self Pay & Out of Network Insurance can be reimbursed by client through a super bill. Sliding scale options may be available.
Photo of Dr. Megan Herscher - Herscher Counseling Associates, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Herscher Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (865) 355-7800

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Counselor: Megan Herscher

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Tennessee / 2615 Megan Herscher
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 21 years
  • Attended University of Tennessee Knoxville, PhD in Counseling, Graduated 2013
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from ACS ACS-3326 / 2018
  • Certificate from NBCC 218787 / 2006
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I've been in the field for 20 years, and hold a Doctorate in Counseling, with experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and the aging population. As the owner and Clinical Supervisor for Herscher Counseling Associates, I work closely to find the best clinical fit for your needs.
Photo of Dr. Megan Herscher - Herscher Counseling Associates, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Herscher Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (865) 355-7800
"
I've been in the field for 20 years, and hold a Doctorate in Counseling, with experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and the aging population. As the owner and Clinical Supervisor for Herscher Counseling Associates, I work closely to find the best clinical fit for your needs.
Photo of Dr. Megan Herscher - Herscher Counseling Associates, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Herscher Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (865) 355-7800

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
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Our team works with those struggling with a variety of issues, individual, interpersonal, career, or familial. During your initial counseling session you and your clinician will identify how counseling can best help you live your best life, we will work to set and achieve the goals YOU set together.
Photo of Dr. Megan Herscher - Herscher Counseling Associates, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Herscher Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (865) 355-7800
"
Our team works with those struggling with a variety of issues, individual, interpersonal, career, or familial. During your initial counseling session you and your clinician will identify how counseling can best help you live your best life, we will work to set and achieve the goals YOU set together.
Photo of Dr. Megan Herscher - Herscher Counseling Associates, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Herscher Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (865) 355-7800

2 Endorsements

Dr. Anne Miniter McKay
Dr. Anne Miniter McKay
Licensed Professional CounselorLPCNCCCCMHC
Over the past 20 years, I have had the opportunity to work with many skilled clinicians, but Dr. Herscher truly stands out. Her expertise combines effective evidence-based techniques with deep empathy and understanding that helps clients heal!
West Knox Behavioral Health
West Knox Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Dr. Herscher is a true professional, academic and top notch clinical advisor. She is highly valued amongst her students, patients, supervisees, colleagues and friends. I would trust her with the care of a loved one.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Religion

Christian

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Family / Marital
  • Feminist
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
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In our first consultation, we'll explore what brought you to therapy, and how we can best be of help. We use an eclectic approach tailored to the needs of each individual or family. Particular integrative therapies include Internal Family Systems, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy & Sytems Theory.
Photo of Dr. Megan Herscher - Herscher Counseling Associates, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Herscher Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (865) 355-7800
"
In our first consultation, we'll explore what brought you to therapy, and how we can best be of help. We use an eclectic approach tailored to the needs of each individual or family. Particular integrative therapies include Internal Family Systems, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy & Sytems Theory.
Photo of Dr. Megan Herscher - Herscher Counseling Associates, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Herscher Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (865) 355-7800

Location

Primary Location

West Knox Plaza Office

7417 Kingston Pike

Suite 201

Knoxville, TN 37919

(865) 355-7800

Additional Location

Herscher Counseling Associates Newport Office

237 East Broadway Street

Suite 200

Newport, TN 37821

(865) 355-7800

Nearby Areas

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We see clients in person at the West Knox office, or through secure telehealth. Traditional and after-hours counseling available.
Photo of Dr. Megan Herscher - Herscher Counseling Associates, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Herscher Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Call for a free consultation now - (865) 355-7800
"
We see clients in person at the West Knox office, or through secure telehealth. Traditional and after-hours counseling available.
Photo of Dr. Megan Herscher - Herscher Counseling Associates, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Herscher Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, ACS
Call for a free consultation now - (865) 355-7800