Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Clarksville, TN
My therapeutic approach draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, while also incorporating core behavioral health modalities like CBT, DBT, and 12-Step Facilitation.
I have extensive experience working with individuals impacted by substance use disorders, as well as the underlying concerns that often accompany addiction—such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity challenges.
I bring a down-to-earth approach to therapy, grounded in real-world experience and a belief that everyone has the capacity for meaningful change. I value connection, collaboration, and helping clients rediscover their own resilience.
I’m therapist committed to helping individuals navigate the challenges of life with compassion, honesty, and practical tools for growth. My goal- to create a space where clients feel seen.
My therapeutic approach draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, while also incorporating core behavioral health modalities like CBT, DBT, and 12-Step Facilitation.
I have extensive experience working with individuals impacted by substance use disorders, as well as the underlying concerns that often accompany addiction—such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity challenges.
I bring a down-to-earth approach to therapy, grounded in real-world experience and a belief that everyone has the capacity for meaningful change. I value connection, collaboration, and helping clients rediscover their own resilience.
I’m therapist committed to helping individuals navigate the challenges of life with compassion, honesty, and practical tools for growth. My goal- to create a space where clients feel seen.
I believe mindset can be a gamechanger, and that even the toughest situations can be approached from a place of strength. Challenges do not define who we are, but they can reveal our resilience and capacity to grow. My passion for this work comes from the belief that each of us has untapped potential, and sometimes it simply takes support, encouragement, and the right tools to uncover it. I see counseling as a partnership where together we can explore new perspectives, build on existing strengths, and discover meaningful ways forward.
I believe mindset can be a gamechanger, and that even the toughest situations can be approached from a place of strength. Challenges do not define who we are, but they can reveal our resilience and capacity to grow. My passion for this work comes from the belief that each of us has untapped potential, and sometimes it simply takes support, encouragement, and the right tools to uncover it. I see counseling as a partnership where together we can explore new perspectives, build on existing strengths, and discover meaningful ways forward.
I typically use dialectical behavior therapy and see things through this lens.
Optimal mental health includes 5 basic concepts. Balance is achieved through adding and subtracting parts of your life that are healthy and unhealthy. Being open minded and letting go of toxic habits is vital to growth. Grieving loss of yourself, others and ideals offers you an opportunity to heal. Recognizing how ready you are for change and beginning the natural process of feelings release without judgment is the final step in your journey to optimal mental health. You know you best and I invite you to begin to listen to your body, mind and soul.
I typically use dialectical behavior therapy and see things through this lens.
Optimal mental health includes 5 basic concepts. Balance is achieved through adding and subtracting parts of your life that are healthy and unhealthy. Being open minded and letting go of toxic habits is vital to growth. Grieving loss of yourself, others and ideals offers you an opportunity to heal. Recognizing how ready you are for change and beginning the natural process of feelings release without judgment is the final step in your journey to optimal mental health. You know you best and I invite you to begin to listen to your body, mind and soul.
My ideal client is trying to break out of cycles that no longer serve them. They want to start over and become the person they always dreamed of being. But they find themselves stuck, often repeating old patterns and they don't know why. They want to try new things and go in a different direction but they usually find themselves more burnt out, tired, and worried with each passing day. They know they want to do better and they have tried but it hasn't always worked out like the way they have hoped. They are at a loss as to what to try next but are open to suggestions from competent and respectful professionals.
My ideal client is trying to break out of cycles that no longer serve them. They want to start over and become the person they always dreamed of being. But they find themselves stuck, often repeating old patterns and they don't know why. They want to try new things and go in a different direction but they usually find themselves more burnt out, tired, and worried with each passing day. They know they want to do better and they have tried but it hasn't always worked out like the way they have hoped. They are at a loss as to what to try next but are open to suggestions from competent and respectful professionals.
Many of the clients I work with look like they're holding it together. On the outside, they’re functioning, working, parenting, leading, achieving. On the inside, they’re overwhelmed, overthinking, emotionally reactive, or quietly exhausted. Many struggle with trauma, anxiety, ADHD, burnout, or relationship strain, especially during high-stress transitions.
Whether you're feeling burned out, emotionally reactive, disconnected, or just not like yourself, therapy can be a space to slow down, make sense of what's happening, and build skills that create lasting change.
Many of the clients I work with look like they're holding it together. On the outside, they’re functioning, working, parenting, leading, achieving. On the inside, they’re overwhelmed, overthinking, emotionally reactive, or quietly exhausted. Many struggle with trauma, anxiety, ADHD, burnout, or relationship strain, especially during high-stress transitions.
Whether you're feeling burned out, emotionally reactive, disconnected, or just not like yourself, therapy can be a space to slow down, make sense of what's happening, and build skills that create lasting change.
Sharing your thoughts, feelings, and worries can feel intimidating. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I'll be here to make sure that it is meaningful to you. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin. I’m here to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can be yourself.
Sharing your thoughts, feelings, and worries can feel intimidating. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I'll be here to make sure that it is meaningful to you. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin. I’m here to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can be yourself.
Looking for help, but HATE therapy? Great, because I pride myself in NOT being your typical therapist. I am honest, real, down-to-earth, and do ALL I can to help my clients. Scared that you have FAILED as a parent because your child's behavior is out-of-control? Feel like you are LOSING the fight to your depression, or SCARED that people will think you're CRAZY? Are you starting to contemplate DIVORCE, but also dying to speak with someone, to see if your marriage is salvageable? Someone neutral, unbiased and most importantly- Professional.
Looking for help, but HATE therapy? Great, because I pride myself in NOT being your typical therapist. I am honest, real, down-to-earth, and do ALL I can to help my clients. Scared that you have FAILED as a parent because your child's behavior is out-of-control? Feel like you are LOSING the fight to your depression, or SCARED that people will think you're CRAZY? Are you starting to contemplate DIVORCE, but also dying to speak with someone, to see if your marriage is salvageable? Someone neutral, unbiased and most importantly- Professional.
Specializing in anxiety and depression, I strive to help individuals practice becoming more healthy in their emotional, physical, and spiritual lives. Our relationships have such a huge impact on how we feel and what we think on a daily basis and I focus on strengthening healthy, positive relationships and effectively managing those relationships that can be hurtful or harmful.
Specializing in anxiety and depression, I strive to help individuals practice becoming more healthy in their emotional, physical, and spiritual lives. Our relationships have such a huge impact on how we feel and what we think on a daily basis and I focus on strengthening healthy, positive relationships and effectively managing those relationships that can be hurtful or harmful.
If you're ready for healing and growth, I'm ready to help. I'm Emily Shelton, a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a passion for helping individuals navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and substance use disorders. My mission is to create a warm and welcoming environment where you can embark on a journey toward self-discovery and well-being. I specialize in supporting individuals dealing with the challenges of anxiety or depression, the pain of grief, and the struggles related to substance use.
If you're ready for healing and growth, I'm ready to help. I'm Emily Shelton, a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a passion for helping individuals navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and substance use disorders. My mission is to create a warm and welcoming environment where you can embark on a journey toward self-discovery and well-being. I specialize in supporting individuals dealing with the challenges of anxiety or depression, the pain of grief, and the struggles related to substance use.
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 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.
In a world filled with constant demands and disconnection, therapy can be the journey back home to yourself. A space to slow down and reconnect with what matters most. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, trauma, post-abortion healing, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feel stuck, you don't have to face it alone.
My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can explore your experiences, untangle mental chaos, and begin moving toward healing and freedom.
In a world filled with constant demands and disconnection, therapy can be the journey back home to yourself. A space to slow down and reconnect with what matters most. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, trauma, post-abortion healing, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feel stuck, you don't have to face it alone.
My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can explore your experiences, untangle mental chaos, and begin moving toward healing and freedom.
Every person experiences the world in their own unique way, and at times, life can feel overwhelming or uncertain. My role is to meet you where you are—to listen with care, understand your story, and support you as you navigate challenges and growth. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable showing up as your authentic self. Together, we will explore your experiences, identify areas for growth, and work toward meaningful, lasting change in your life.
Every person experiences the world in their own unique way, and at times, life can feel overwhelming or uncertain. My role is to meet you where you are—to listen with care, understand your story, and support you as you navigate challenges and growth. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable showing up as your authentic self. Together, we will explore your experiences, identify areas for growth, and work toward meaningful, lasting change in your life.
Feel Overwhelmed? Stuck? Do you feel like you are just "too much"? Do you experience anxiety out of nowhere and just have no idea why? Hi, I’m Alyssa! I have a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I view humans through the lens of attachment. What does that mean? Everything about us: what we do, our behaviors, and our choices, makes sense when we look at the environments we have been exposed to. We are shaped by our experiences. Ultimately, I'd like to tell you that you make sense! Together, we can untangle the tangles you're finding yourself in.
Find out more about me!; alyssatherapytn(.)com
Feel Overwhelmed? Stuck? Do you feel like you are just "too much"? Do you experience anxiety out of nowhere and just have no idea why? Hi, I’m Alyssa! I have a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I view humans through the lens of attachment. What does that mean? Everything about us: what we do, our behaviors, and our choices, makes sense when we look at the environments we have been exposed to. We are shaped by our experiences. Ultimately, I'd like to tell you that you make sense! Together, we can untangle the tangles you're finding yourself in.
Find out more about me!; alyssatherapytn(.)com
Dark humor? Do you use humor to cope with the traumatic events you have witnessed as a first responder? Do you struggle to relate to people outside of the first responder community, including your own family? I'm here to help. First responders witness significant amounts of trauma every day and are expected to go home and act like nothing happened. That's not practical. Whether you're ready to work through your traumatic experiences, reconnect with others, or improve your quality of life, I'm here for you. You are not alone.
Dark humor? Do you use humor to cope with the traumatic events you have witnessed as a first responder? Do you struggle to relate to people outside of the first responder community, including your own family? I'm here to help. First responders witness significant amounts of trauma every day and are expected to go home and act like nothing happened. That's not practical. Whether you're ready to work through your traumatic experiences, reconnect with others, or improve your quality of life, I'm here for you. You are not alone.
Lionheart provides an environment that is non-judgmental, inviting, and laid back. We are human with human emotions and experiences. We believe in being relatable, normalizing, and validating experiences, feelings, and situations. We understand the demands of life and recognize seeking help is hard at times and requires you to place trust in someone with your hurts, pains, and secrets. Lionheart wants you to know that our role is to make you feel safe and comfortable in a non-judgmental environment. My team is dedicated to being of services to you.
Lionheart provides an environment that is non-judgmental, inviting, and laid back. We are human with human emotions and experiences. We believe in being relatable, normalizing, and validating experiences, feelings, and situations. We understand the demands of life and recognize seeking help is hard at times and requires you to place trust in someone with your hurts, pains, and secrets. Lionheart wants you to know that our role is to make you feel safe and comfortable in a non-judgmental environment. My team is dedicated to being of services to you.
As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I am dedicated to providing individuals with person-centered/compassionate care in a non-judgmental and safe space. I am motivated to help individuals meet their personal, spiritual, and mental health goals. I believe that we are all on a journey of personal growth and I aspire to help individuals in a personable manner. I can help clients develop effective coping mechanisms to process life stressors/transitions, thoughts, and emotions in a healthy manner.
As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I am dedicated to providing individuals with person-centered/compassionate care in a non-judgmental and safe space. I am motivated to help individuals meet their personal, spiritual, and mental health goals. I believe that we are all on a journey of personal growth and I aspire to help individuals in a personable manner. I can help clients develop effective coping mechanisms to process life stressors/transitions, thoughts, and emotions in a healthy manner.
I tend to also incorporate approaches from Solution-Focused, Strength-Based, DBT, ACT, EMDR, or Mindfulness-based Therapies.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling overwhelmed or trapped; however, finding someone who we can work through these experiences with may provide us with hope and strategies for the future. I have a special place in my heart for individuals combatting stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD, relationship concerns and LGBTQIA+ dynamics and needs. My desire is to help you process your experiences and emotions, develop coping mechanisms, create skills to battle any distressing situations you may encounter, and have empowerment from stressors and heaviness.
I tend to also incorporate approaches from Solution-Focused, Strength-Based, DBT, ACT, EMDR, or Mindfulness-based Therapies.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling overwhelmed or trapped; however, finding someone who we can work through these experiences with may provide us with hope and strategies for the future. I have a special place in my heart for individuals combatting stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD, relationship concerns and LGBTQIA+ dynamics and needs. My desire is to help you process your experiences and emotions, develop coping mechanisms, create skills to battle any distressing situations you may encounter, and have empowerment from stressors and heaviness.
Ellie Mental Health in Clarksville, Tennessee isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
Ellie Mental Health in Clarksville, Tennessee isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a deep passion for supporting children, families, and postpartum mothers. My professional background uniquely blends education and mental health, allowing me to approach therapy with both clinical expertise and a strong understanding of developmental, emotional, and behavioral needs. Before becoming a counselor, I worked as a special education teacher and an emotional and behavioral disorders teacher.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a deep passion for supporting children, families, and postpartum mothers. My professional background uniquely blends education and mental health, allowing me to approach therapy with both clinical expertise and a strong understanding of developmental, emotional, and behavioral needs. Before becoming a counselor, I worked as a special education teacher and an emotional and behavioral disorders teacher.
Do you need someone with genuine compassion and understanding to help you find a healthier path forward? Are relationships, work, or overall well-being beginning to suffer? If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about what comes next, you don't have to navigate it alone. I would be honored to walk alongside you as you move toward a more peaceful, balanced, and fulfilling life.
Do you need someone with genuine compassion and understanding to help you find a healthier path forward? Are relationships, work, or overall well-being beginning to suffer? If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about what comes next, you don't have to navigate it alone. I would be honored to walk alongside you as you move toward a more peaceful, balanced, and fulfilling life.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.