Therapists in Clarksville, TN

I work with children and adolescents experiencing behavioral concerns and life stressors, managing anger, anxiety, depression, peer relationships and self-esteem. My goal is for each client to feel safe and understood while they gain the skills and strength to enact change.

Imani Behavioral Health was started in May of 2018 as a way to serve the community with a multicultural team of professionals providing quality services through a multitude of therapeutic specialties. As the company grew and clientele increased; we began to realize the difficulty of finding a mental health agency that provides quality services to accommodate everyone’s various needs. Due to the growing needs of the community; we now have three offices with two in Clarksville (933 Tracy Lane suite D & 1725 Wilma Rudolph Suite 1) and one in Nashville (404 BNA Dr. Suite 200)!

Running a constant radar for potential danger, getting sucked into the tornado of thoughts, and forever doing everything in your power to prevent the next panic attack. This is life in survival mode. It doesn't have to be that way. Instead, you could be waking up, well rested from nightmare-free sleep. You could be enjoying time with family and friends and creating life-long memories.

Do you want to break your family's cycle of trauma and or abuse? Cycling through feeling like "something is wrong with me", guilt, anger, hopelessness, isolation, anxiety, and depression? These symptoms could be a result of Complex trauma. Complex trauma usually occurs in childhood and consists of multiple or prolonged traumatic events. Symptoms look different in children, you may think "my child was too young and doesn't even remember what happened", yet they may be experiencing nightmares, can't tolerate when you leave the room, have concerning behaviors, or any form of regression. Overcome your trauma, be your best self.

I provide practical help for couples in crisis, to families during times of transition, premarital couples, and individuals. I am realistic in my counseling practice and seek to foster positive change.

Currently accepting clients in TN/KY. I am a therapist with over 9 years of post-graduate experience in addition to 3 years of experience while obtaining my Master’s degree. I completed an additional practicum to obtain a graduate certificate, specializing me in Grief, Loss & Trauma. A significant portion of my experience has been with trauma and substance use. I previously worked with active duty, veterans, and families through the DoD and VA contracting. I also ran an IOP treatment program for co-occurring disorders in Clarksville, TN for more than 3 years before relocating to California. I spend my free time with my dog, Patrick.

I understand that when you or your child are having a hard time, it affects the entire family and daily life. If you are the parent/guardian of a child who needs a therapist who will listen to your insight as their parent, or if you are a young adult struggling with family, school, work, or feelings of depression, anxiety or stress, you have come to the right place. Perhaps you don't feel like counseling has worked in the past and need a new approach to what you or your child is dealing with. Perhaps you are a looking for a counselor that will incorporate your faith. Whoever you are, you have come to the right place.

I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, and/or trauma related disorders who hope to have an improvement in lifestyle. I have worked in the Clarksville area since 2008 with a variety of populations, with extensive work with active duty and veteran individuals. In every situation, my goal is to make sure you are heard, not as a symptom or something that needs to be fixed, but as a human with feelings and goals.

Areas of Clinical Focus - I guide individuals, couples and families in the counseling process to work through problems with relationships: marriage/divorce/separation, dating again, parenting, and women's issues. I was raised in the military, during Vietnam War, have a son in the Coast Guard who was in the Pentagon during 9/11, and an ex-wife of a Vietnam Era Veteran. I have many years of experience working with all branches of the military.

Providing counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Connect has over 50 therapists including clinical interns, LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LPC-MHSP, MMFT, LMFT, Senior Psychological Examiner, and PhD's. Our staff and specializations are diverse and we're confident we have a wonderful fit for your mental health needs. We look forward to serving you!

Are you struggling with anxiety, low self esteem, depression or relationship issues? Does life seem overwhelming to you? Emotional pain and stress can affect our lives in many ways, negatively contributing to our emotional, physical and spiritual health. I view each client as a unique person and develop the best therapeutic approach for their needs. My passion is to help individuals identify healthy coping skills and beliefs to deal with everyday life issues or past difficulties that impact their lives today.

I believe that each person is unique, I integrate therapy techniques that are personalized for each client. Combining tools from models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Narrative Therapy; Experiential Therapy; and Psychodrama Therapy. When I work with couples, we work towards developing a secure attachment and creating a lasting bond. With families, I integrate techniques based on the family's needs. I also have experience working with military personnel and their families. I am honored to accompany my clients on their journey to positive mental health.

Whether you are responding to grief, depression, stress, trauma, or heartbreak, therapy can benefit you. My perception of psychotherapy is a journey of self-discovery requiring a collaborative effort between therapist and client. From my experience, it is important to curate a nonjudgmental safe space for clients to process and communicate their most vulnerable experiences and life journey thus far. I strive to meet clients ‘where they are’ in terms of their present situation and circumstances, and help clients move past their barriers and rediscover their purpose.

I am Licensed as a Master Social Worker, Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Certified Peer Recovery Specialist. I found my niche in counseling in addiction and recovery. I know the struggle. The desire to change but nothing and no-one who understands the pain and cravings. You have been faithfully looking for help. Look no further because you have found the help you have prayed for. Spiritual and physical needs are addressed in a practical way to support you.

Are you someone who struggles with connecting with others on a deeper personal level? Are you a parent with concerns about your child's emotional growth? Are you apart of a couple and feel that the communication is not as effective as it could be? Many people struggle with expressing and managing their thoughts and emotions on a daily basis and it can be frustrating when you don't see yourself growing in this area. You are not alone if you believe your relationships, your marriages and your children's lives can be better and seeking professional help may be the answer.

Honestly, I have noticed that people become so used to pain that without the presence of pain, they are not able to respond. Power is defined as being strong in mind, having authority, and or having the ability to produce! I want to help you produce! In order to produce you have to be strong in mind as well as understand that you have the authority to change your life. When and where did you lose your joy? When and where did you lose your tenacity to grow? What hindered your progress? Can you recall the exact moment when things changed in your life? If you need help answering these questions, let me help you.