Prolonged Exposure Therapy in Springfield, TN

Hello and thank you for visiting my page. Taking a step towards self discovery is a courageous one. I see therapy as a unique opportunity to provide space for healing, where choosing to honor yourself becomes priority. Our personal journeys have many ebbs and flows and we can become lost in our experiences and emotions along the way. Therapy can serve as a guide to help us safely navigate our way back. Healing will ask you to dismantle repetitive patterns, unresolved pain and outdated beliefs to have a clearer view. With new vision and understanding it opens the possibilities in becoming the truest version of yourself.

As a licensed psychologist, I provide evidence-based treatment to meet the individualized needs of each person. My approach to therapy starts with providing immediate tools for improvement while working to establish an authentic connection. Through this therapeutic connection, we can work together to examine what is contributing to your concerns in a manner that promotes healing and recovery.

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in America. Over 40 million adults in the U.S. have an anxiety disorder. That is almost 1 in 5 people. Over the past several years, the problem has only been exasperated by the COVID pandemic and the ongoing political tensions. The good news is that anxiety disorders are treatable, and recovery is achievable and sustainable. We will help you identify and examine the types of thinking and fearful self-talk that continue to fuel your unhealthy and extremely unpleasant anxiety. I am here to help, not judge you. Give me a call and let's start discussing some solutions.

Everyone experiences challenges to varying degrees in their lives, and it takes strength and sometimes trying different strategies to manage them effectively. Therapy can offer a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to work through the difficulties of life. As a Clinical Psychologist I work to help identify the elements contributing to your suffering and then provide tools and strategies to help overcome that suffering. I aim to help you to move forward in your life in the direction of your choosing. I provide services via Telehealth (Zoom) during this time in Washington, Tennessee, Florida, and all 39 PsyPact participating states.

Looking to improve your sport/mental performance? Better understand your gender, sexuality, or relationship identity? Process a history of trauma? Our stories are our greatest power, and yet, can be difficult to share. I am a Clinical Sport Psychologist who encourages clients to tell their stories (yes, even the ugly stuff!) as accurately and meaningfully as possible to pave a path for moving forward. I equally recognize that not all mental health concerns are individually determined, and encourage clients to explore the impact of their social, intergenerational, and environmental histories and resources to promote healing/growth.

You may be experiencing "stuckness" in your life, feeling caught in thought loops that have left you overwhelmed, anxious, in pain, hopeless. Yet, something brought you here – somewhere within you is an action tendency to move toward healing, growth, and connection. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, OCD, trauma, or existential struggles over identity, relationships, loss, or life transitions, together through therapy, we can tap into that healing energy already within you, reframe and make space for painful experiences, reconstruct ways of moving through the world, and create space for movement toward what matters most to you.

SATURDAY hours available & Video sessions! I have been practicing psychotherapy in diverse settings for 14 years. I completed my residency at Vanderbilt University and served as an expert consultant for NBC's Today Show. As a psychologist, I have the opportunity to help people understand and navigate very difficult situations. I help my patients develop insight into problems that prevent them from feeling whole and complete. By reading between the lines and exploring the complexity of physical and mental health we are able to finally resolve long-standing concerns. I look forward to helping you find the answers you're looking for!

My number one goal as a therapist is to assist individuals in moving themselves towards the best version of themselves. My clients would describe my style as direct but non-judgmental.

Currently Accepting New Clients. Do you ever feel overwhelmed? That you want to do it all and there does not seem to be enough time in a day. Do you find yourself wondering if creating balance in your life is possible? Do you find yourself questioning who am I? If you answered yes to any of these questions. I can help you find balance, connection and vibrancy. No matter where you are in your life, counseling can help you achieve overall wellness. This allows you to achieve your goals and to make decisions based on your values or what is important to you.

Overwhelmed? Don't know where to start or even how to reach out for help? Suffering in silence and trying to make it through another day or week? Trauma, high stress, and hopelessness can leave us feeling stuck, lost, and can derail us from achieving the life we intended. Taking that first step to reach out for help can seem daunting, it takes a lot of courage to begin to open up and trust. With over 21 years of clinical experience, I help clients reconnect with what’s most important to them and understand how to overcome each obstacle that's been getting in their way. With each step, you can begin re-building the life you envision.

Dr. Aimee Vaughn, your second therapist, when you are ready to move past "how does that make you feel". In all seriousness, I get many clients who have tried the talk about it over and over to feel better method, but are looking to get to the deeper root of the problem and make change. I am the kind of therapist who will engage in conversations, provide caring and honest feedback, challenge you, keep it real, and always have a good sense of humor.

Are you motivated to feel better at work, home, or school but do not know how? Are you at lunch googling Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Couples Counseling, Divorce, or a new job? Is adulting too hard? I am a clinician with 25 years of experience providing an array of mental health services. I have a background working for large healthcare systems where I provided direct client care, managed teams, trained clinicians in emergency rooms, medical settings, and behavioral health clinics giving me a unique perspective on how to support a wide variety of symptoms. I believe that everyone is capable of healing.

In my role as a therapist, I have dedicated myself to providing support and guidance to motivated individuals navigating the complexities of anxiety, depression, life transitions, stressors, relationship challenges, and self-esteem issues. Specializing in working with children, teenagers, and young adults, I am committed to fostering a safe and empathetic space where clients can explore their emotions and develop coping strategies. I have experience working with individuals, families, and couples.

I am so glad you have decided to take the brave step to start therapy! My goal is to give you a safe and accepting environment where we can work together to help you create the life you want to live. I believe many of our childhood experiences significantly affect how we think and what we do as we become adults and as your therapist, I will be a source of empathy and understanding as you work to process your thoughts and emotions. Ultimately, my hope is that our work together will promote you living an authentic life where you can embrace who you are, find healing, and experience personal growth.

I have a passion for working with adults who have survived difficult situations or past experiences. I have experience working as a first responder and spent many years in the military. I use this knowledge and experience to mold the treatments I use to best serve anyone who has faced difficult or insurmountable situations in the past. I work with those who have concerns with traumatic history, anxiety, depression, or just looking to understand themselves better. If you are looking for someone to be a support and guide you to becoming the best version of yourself, please contact me today. I look forward to working with you.

Navigating intense and unpleasant emotions can be challenging, holding us back from what really matters. These emotions may lead us to avoid situations or activities that hold significance, while simultaneously diminishing our motivation, leaving us feeling stuck. My mission is to help in these moments, working with patients to develop effective emotional and behavioral skills, identify valued directions, and take steps toward a meaningful life. I prioritize a collaborative and active therapeutic process in which we work together to develop treatment goals and clear, definable expectations to reduce suffering and promote wellness.

I love working with people who are having relationship issues— romantic or otherwise. I can help you figure out the things you truly want, where you get stuck, or where you get in your own way. We will work together to make change happen fast so that what you want is more likely to become reality. I won’t just nod and smile, so if you're looking for someone who doesn't tiptoe around things, you're on the right profile.

Developmentally in the US, we begin to truly form our identity as teenagers, but sometimes that gets stunted for one reason or another. I want to be able to walk by your side while you discover and choose who you want to be at whatever age that may happen. Anxiety, depression, and OCD are other issues I focus on.

Does your teen struggle with feeling alone, misunderstood, or weird? Do they have difficulty managing their emotions, have outbursts, or just stay in bed sometimes? At Mindful Healing we are a team of teen experts that help teens learn to develop coping skills and accept themselves just the way they are in a place that was designed just for them. Our therapists help teens and young adults experientially gain the tools they need to make lasting changes in their lives. We offer individual and group therapy for teens and young adults with a focus on Dialectical Behavior Therapy, self-expression and trauma informed practices.