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Tommy Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
I am a marriage and family therapist and my hope is to help you work on your self as well as the relationships you are in.
I would be honored to help you unburden and heal from your traumatic experiences as you create a new journey full of hope and compassion. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families for the past decade as they have attempted to find wholeness. I want to help you as well.
I am a marriage and family therapist and my hope is to help you work on your self as well as the relationships you are in.
I would be honored to help you unburden and heal from your traumatic experiences as you create a new journey full of hope and compassion. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families for the past decade as they have attempted to find wholeness. I want to help you as well.
(629) 276-5580 View (629) 276-5580
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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
Jenny Harmon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
I tend towards a systemic approach in my therapeutic practice, meaning I believe we all operate in some sort of system: marriage/family, identity/community, work/professional, I believe when there is a breakdown in one of our systems; we tend to struggle. We will identify where you're struggling & develop a plan to get you back to living your best life.
I tend towards a systemic approach in my therapeutic practice, meaning I believe we all operate in some sort of system: marriage/family, identity/community, work/professional, I believe when there is a breakdown in one of our systems; we tend to struggle. We will identify where you're struggling & develop a plan to get you back to living your best life.
(629) 263-4603 View (629) 263-4603
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Blair Falconello Orcutt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
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.
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.
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Susan Hyatt-Birnholz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
Sometimes life gives you more than you can manage and you need someone to talk to who can really listen without judgement, can empathize and give you the right tools to help you work your way through a crisis. I want to be that person for you. Whether you are going through a personal crisis, divorce/marital problems, you're single in dead-end relationships, you're a caregiver to a special needs child or dying elderly parent or you are a band or musician needing career counseling - we will walk through your journey together and create a healthier you.
Sometimes life gives you more than you can manage and you need someone to talk to who can really listen without judgement, can empathize and give you the right tools to help you work your way through a crisis. I want to be that person for you. Whether you are going through a personal crisis, divorce/marital problems, you're single in dead-end relationships, you're a caregiver to a special needs child or dying elderly parent or you are a band or musician needing career counseling - we will walk through your journey together and create a healthier you.
(615) 667-8218 View (615) 667-8218
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Elizabeth Drain
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-, MHSP, NCC, CEAP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027  (Online Only)
I’ve had the pleasure of helping individuals navigate challenges with depression, anxiety, stress, grief/loss, life adjustment, work/life balance, family/ marital/relationship issues.
Struggling with anxiety can cause you to feel stuck. Are you finding it hard to relax your mind and turn off racing thoughts? Are you struggling to focus and balance work/life? Do you think your relationship is falling apart and you don’t know what to do? Are you noticing life is difficult to cope with due to lack of self-love and confidence? Are you stressed and struggling to get out of bed on a daily basis. If you are experiencing signs of defeat, shame, sadness, and frustration we can help! You have taken the first and most important step by reaching out for help. You don’t have to do it alone, we’re here to help!
I’ve had the pleasure of helping individuals navigate challenges with depression, anxiety, stress, grief/loss, life adjustment, work/life balance, family/ marital/relationship issues.
Struggling with anxiety can cause you to feel stuck. Are you finding it hard to relax your mind and turn off racing thoughts? Are you struggling to focus and balance work/life? Do you think your relationship is falling apart and you don’t know what to do? Are you noticing life is difficult to cope with due to lack of self-love and confidence? Are you stressed and struggling to get out of bed on a daily basis. If you are experiencing signs of defeat, shame, sadness, and frustration we can help! You have taken the first and most important step by reaching out for help. You don’t have to do it alone, we’re here to help!
(901) 668-7146 View (901) 668-7146
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Tracy Steyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, Rule, Family, Mediato
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
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.
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.
(615) 671-4163 View (615) 671-4163
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Jen Maynard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and work with individuals, couples, and families who are dealing with anxiety, grief, depression, relational and marital stress, blended families, family conflict, and other issues. I also offer both Brainspotting and EMDR.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and work with individuals, couples, and families who are dealing with anxiety, grief, depression, relational and marital stress, blended families, family conflict, and other issues. I also offer both Brainspotting and EMDR.
(615) 235-6687 View (615) 235-6687
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Julie Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027  (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Julie Evans, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in Tennessee (License #1134). I am currently practicing individual, couples, and family therapy in the context of telemedicine. With over a decade of experience, it has been my privilege to work with diverse clients across the lifespan. Please see my website for specific information pertaining to my work with clients at www.julieevanslmft.com. Do not hesitate to email me with any questions you may have at julieevanslmft@gmail.com.
Welcome! My name is Julie Evans, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in Tennessee (License #1134). I am currently practicing individual, couples, and family therapy in the context of telemedicine. With over a decade of experience, it has been my privilege to work with diverse clients across the lifespan. Please see my website for specific information pertaining to my work with clients at www.julieevanslmft.com. Do not hesitate to email me with any questions you may have at julieevanslmft@gmail.com.
(475) 256-5542 View (475) 256-5542
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Kelly Fisk
Pre-Licensed Professional, MMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
Couples: Pre-Engagement, pre-marital counseling, marital distress, infidelity, separation, other marital crisis, and divorce adjustment.
Individuals: Life transitions, work-life balance, mind-body health, stress and overload, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
Couples: Pre-Engagement, pre-marital counseling, marital distress, infidelity, separation, other marital crisis, and divorce adjustment.
Individuals: Life transitions, work-life balance, mind-body health, stress and overload, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
(629) 276-7339 View (629) 276-7339
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Samantha Lacheta
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP(t)
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
If you struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trouble at school or with friendships, career stress, marital issues, divorce, parenting, neurodiversity including Autism/Asperger’s, ADHD or neurocognitive deficits, or anything that is preventing you from living a joyful, fulfilled life, let’s talk! I primarily work with adolescents and adults, but am open to younger clients as well. Therapy is like auto maintenance. If we don't keep up with oil changes, something major is bound to break eventually. So whether it's a tune-up or major repair you're looking for, I'm here to help.
If you struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trouble at school or with friendships, career stress, marital issues, divorce, parenting, neurodiversity including Autism/Asperger’s, ADHD or neurocognitive deficits, or anything that is preventing you from living a joyful, fulfilled life, let’s talk! I primarily work with adolescents and adults, but am open to younger clients as well. Therapy is like auto maintenance. If we don't keep up with oil changes, something major is bound to break eventually. So whether it's a tune-up or major repair you're looking for, I'm here to help.
(615) 552-1489 View (615) 552-1489
Tree of Life Counseling & Consulting Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MHSP, ADHD, CCSP
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027  (Online Only)
Life isn’t easy. Sometimes, the strongest people amongst us need a little help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and or any other issue you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow.
Life isn’t easy. Sometimes, the strongest people amongst us need a little help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and or any other issue you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow.
(615) 697-4739 View (615) 697-4739
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Hilary King-Werthan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
I hope to create a safe space where vulnerability and honesty can be practiced and valued. My therapeutic relationship with my clients is most important to me; I develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships full of genuine discussion, rigorous honesty and self-reflection. I enjoy working with couples who are feeling disconnected and unheard, parents struggling to understand and effectively guide and influence their child, women who want to learn healthy boundaries in order to achieve relationships with themselves and others that are authentic, and families struggling with codependency and enmeshment.
I hope to create a safe space where vulnerability and honesty can be practiced and valued. My therapeutic relationship with my clients is most important to me; I develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships full of genuine discussion, rigorous honesty and self-reflection. I enjoy working with couples who are feeling disconnected and unheard, parents struggling to understand and effectively guide and influence their child, women who want to learn healthy boundaries in order to achieve relationships with themselves and others that are authentic, and families struggling with codependency and enmeshment.
(615) 358-5434 View (615) 358-5434
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Portia Carroll
Pre-Licensed Professional, MMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
My practice is built on listening compassionately, not being judgemental but empowering, and helping my clients develop the confidence to actively participate in their relationships. I do this through understanding their issues, their attachment style, and any diagnosed or undiagnosed disorders. We will work on setting boundaries, trauma response/reaction, and recognizing and verbalizing needs.
My practice is built on listening compassionately, not being judgemental but empowering, and helping my clients develop the confidence to actively participate in their relationships. I do this through understanding their issues, their attachment style, and any diagnosed or undiagnosed disorders. We will work on setting boundaries, trauma response/reaction, and recognizing and verbalizing needs.
(629) 258-9386 View (629) 258-9386
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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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Brock Searcy
Counselor, LPC, MHSP, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
My background includes advanced training in Sexual Disorders, Depression, Anxiety and Trauma. I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist & Certified Sex Therapist in private practice located in Brentwood. I would love to hear your story and be available to help. No two peoples' experiences are ever the same and whether your issue is emotional, behavioral or just life circumstances I'm ready to walk down that path with you (Couples and Individuals). Areas of focus include victims of sexual abuse. I am EMDR trained (Level 1 & Level 2), Gottman Level 1 trained and TF-CBT Certified.
My background includes advanced training in Sexual Disorders, Depression, Anxiety and Trauma. I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist & Certified Sex Therapist in private practice located in Brentwood. I would love to hear your story and be available to help. No two peoples' experiences are ever the same and whether your issue is emotional, behavioral or just life circumstances I'm ready to walk down that path with you (Couples and Individuals). Areas of focus include victims of sexual abuse. I am EMDR trained (Level 1 & Level 2), Gottman Level 1 trained and TF-CBT Certified.
(615) 209-9034 View (615) 209-9034
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Sara M Root
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
*CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME! I accept AETNA and CIGNA/EVERNORTH. I have a unique ability to understand different perspectives, which is valuable in working with couples or individuals. I see people through the lens of attachment. One of my strengths is connecting with people, with humor and kindness. My areas of interest are: couples in conflict, anxiety/depression, life transitions and feeling stuck. I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions. I want to help you be better! In a world where norms are changing, I aim to be curious and open to all couples/individuals. Please click on the website link!
*CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME! I accept AETNA and CIGNA/EVERNORTH. I have a unique ability to understand different perspectives, which is valuable in working with couples or individuals. I see people through the lens of attachment. One of my strengths is connecting with people, with humor and kindness. My areas of interest are: couples in conflict, anxiety/depression, life transitions and feeling stuck. I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions. I want to help you be better! In a world where norms are changing, I aim to be curious and open to all couples/individuals. Please click on the website link!
(615) 323-5724 View (615) 323-5724
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Adam Luke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027  (Online Only)
One of the scariest parts of therapy is the unknown. Our fear of therapy focuses on what we will have to say, the things we will have to feel but rarely when we think of therapy do we focus on the things we may find within ourselves. Like the courage to speak power to our own voice. The reality that we are not the sum of the worst things that have happened to us. Hell, maybe that we have always been valuable and we never deserved the way we were treated, the hurt we were given or the hurt that is still present within us. It is through our therapeutic process that we are able to organize your thoughts and prioritize your voice.
One of the scariest parts of therapy is the unknown. Our fear of therapy focuses on what we will have to say, the things we will have to feel but rarely when we think of therapy do we focus on the things we may find within ourselves. Like the courage to speak power to our own voice. The reality that we are not the sum of the worst things that have happened to us. Hell, maybe that we have always been valuable and we never deserved the way we were treated, the hurt we were given or the hurt that is still present within us. It is through our therapeutic process that we are able to organize your thoughts and prioritize your voice.
(615) 622-2838 View (615) 622-2838
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Greg P Kirkham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027  (Online Only)
Hi im Greg Kirkham! Im a licensed therapist, practicing for over 20 years. I specialize in treating trauma. Now, you may be saying “but I don’t have trauma!” Trauma comes in all shapes and sizes and is often not recognized as such, but almost always has a significant impact on someone’s overall mental, physical and emotional health. Trauma also presents in many different forms, including struggles with depression, anxiety and anger management. Over my career I have worked with an array of populations, including children/families, juvenile sex offenders, and even convicts.
Hi im Greg Kirkham! Im a licensed therapist, practicing for over 20 years. I specialize in treating trauma. Now, you may be saying “but I don’t have trauma!” Trauma comes in all shapes and sizes and is often not recognized as such, but almost always has a significant impact on someone’s overall mental, physical and emotional health. Trauma also presents in many different forms, including struggles with depression, anxiety and anger management. Over my career I have worked with an array of populations, including children/families, juvenile sex offenders, and even convicts.
(615) 265-6527 View (615) 265-6527
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Tamara Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027  (Online Only)
Family structure, life circumstances, trauma and grief can challenge the way we think and feel. Our emotions are often triggered by these life circumstances causing negative behavioral responses such as anxiety, angry outbursts, obsessive-compulsive disorders, drug addiction, alcoholism, sexual addiction, gambling, depression, and relationship conflict. The consequences of these behaviors cause heartache and pain in our lives and often have adverse effects on the people around us. Therapy can show you how negative behaviors limit your life and prevent you from living your life to the fullest potential.
Family structure, life circumstances, trauma and grief can challenge the way we think and feel. Our emotions are often triggered by these life circumstances causing negative behavioral responses such as anxiety, angry outbursts, obsessive-compulsive disorders, drug addiction, alcoholism, sexual addiction, gambling, depression, and relationship conflict. The consequences of these behaviors cause heartache and pain in our lives and often have adverse effects on the people around us. Therapy can show you how negative behaviors limit your life and prevent you from living your life to the fullest potential.
(865) 344-1085 View (865) 344-1085
Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.