Anxiety Therapists in Cookeville, TN
I am a person-centered therapist committed to helping adults dealing with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma, as well as life issues such as marriage, divorce, parenthood, communication, and other life adjustments.
I believe that everybody has the potential for growth and healing!
I am a person-centered therapist committed to helping adults dealing with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma, as well as life issues such as marriage, divorce, parenthood, communication, and other life adjustments.
I believe that everybody has the potential for growth and healing!
For myself and many others, 2024 was a particularly difficult year. The ‘road’ back can be frustrating and even painful, yet the rewards can be positive and life-changing.
I am happy to announce I am once again accepting new clients for 2025. I hold an MA in Educational Psychology with Mental Health Counseling, and am licensed as an LPC, MHSP. I am also an ACS for those taking a path toward LPC, MHSP. There are many different therapies; however, I believe CBT, DBT, person-centered, and compassion-focused therapies are particularly helpful, especially for those struggling with grief, trauma, behavioral, and long-unaddressed issues.
For myself and many others, 2024 was a particularly difficult year. The ‘road’ back can be frustrating and even painful, yet the rewards can be positive and life-changing.
I am happy to announce I am once again accepting new clients for 2025. I hold an MA in Educational Psychology with Mental Health Counseling, and am licensed as an LPC, MHSP. I am also an ACS for those taking a path toward LPC, MHSP. There are many different therapies; however, I believe CBT, DBT, person-centered, and compassion-focused therapies are particularly helpful, especially for those struggling with grief, trauma, behavioral, and long-unaddressed issues.
I have provided family counseling, individual therapy and dealt with attachment issues, grief, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues.
"We think we listen but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy. Yet listening, of this very special kind, is one of the most potent forces for change that I know." Carl Rogers - Everyone at one time or another deals with sometimes more than they can handle and needs someone to really listen to them. I want to offer a safe and non-judgmental environment where you can be heard. My goal is to really understand and to help you through what you are facing. To help you reach your fullest potential and to increase your self-awareness. I want to create an environment where you can really discover who you are.
I have provided family counseling, individual therapy and dealt with attachment issues, grief, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues.
"We think we listen but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy. Yet listening, of this very special kind, is one of the most potent forces for change that I know." Carl Rogers - Everyone at one time or another deals with sometimes more than they can handle and needs someone to really listen to them. I want to offer a safe and non-judgmental environment where you can be heard. My goal is to really understand and to help you through what you are facing. To help you reach your fullest potential and to increase your self-awareness. I want to create an environment where you can really discover who you are.
I enjoy working with both children and adults coping with anxiety, depression, and trauma backgrounds.
In session, I offer a supportive and judgment-free space where we can untangle what’s going on underneath the surface. My approach blends warmth and curiosity (humanistic) with practical tools (like CBT and solution-focused techniques) to help you build self-awareness, develop coping strategies, and reconnect with who you really are.
I enjoy working with both children and adults coping with anxiety, depression, and trauma backgrounds.
In session, I offer a supportive and judgment-free space where we can untangle what’s going on underneath the surface. My approach blends warmth and curiosity (humanistic) with practical tools (like CBT and solution-focused techniques) to help you build self-awareness, develop coping strategies, and reconnect with who you really are.
I work with individuals, couples, and families from a range of experiences, but find that most are dealing with some form of anxiety, depression, or shame-based symptoms.
I am trained in E.M.D.R. and Internal Family Systems, both of which can be used to treat common symptoms, as well as those with more complex or traumatic histories. I have a certificate in psychedelic therapies and integration through Vital's year long program, and have completed my level II training through the IFS Institute.
I work with individuals, couples, and families from a range of experiences, but find that most are dealing with some form of anxiety, depression, or shame-based symptoms.
I am trained in E.M.D.R. and Internal Family Systems, both of which can be used to treat common symptoms, as well as those with more complex or traumatic histories. I have a certificate in psychedelic therapies and integration through Vital's year long program, and have completed my level II training through the IFS Institute.
Beth Anderson Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCMHSP, NCC, RYT-200
Cookeville, TN 38501
I specialize in grief and trauma support, but also work with clients with issues related to anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.
As a counselor and a fellow human, I have found that deepening our awareness of who we are and the struggles we face, within a supportive, safe relationship can help us navigate life’s obstacles in ways that we did not feel were possible on our own. In time, we learn how to nurture and come home to ourselves. Counseling can be an empowering gift to the self. My therapeutic orientation is trauma, grief, and somatic-informed. I offer creative, mindful, body-centered, and nature-inspired interventions within sessions as ways of tuning into ourselves, understanding our patterns, and cultivating a life we intentionally want to lead.
I specialize in grief and trauma support, but also work with clients with issues related to anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.
As a counselor and a fellow human, I have found that deepening our awareness of who we are and the struggles we face, within a supportive, safe relationship can help us navigate life’s obstacles in ways that we did not feel were possible on our own. In time, we learn how to nurture and come home to ourselves. Counseling can be an empowering gift to the self. My therapeutic orientation is trauma, grief, and somatic-informed. I offer creative, mindful, body-centered, and nature-inspired interventions within sessions as ways of tuning into ourselves, understanding our patterns, and cultivating a life we intentionally want to lead.
For an adult that could be the grief of a loved one, the depression or anxiety that holds you back daily, or a confusing relationship that needs untangling.
I have extensive knowledge and experience working with children, adults, and families with communication issues, developmental disorders, history of trauma, behavioral issues, relationship issues, issues dealing with thoughts of self-harm and/or suicide, anxiety, depression, life changes, mood disorders, and marital issues.
For an adult that could be the grief of a loved one, the depression or anxiety that holds you back daily, or a confusing relationship that needs untangling.
I have extensive knowledge and experience working with children, adults, and families with communication issues, developmental disorders, history of trauma, behavioral issues, relationship issues, issues dealing with thoughts of self-harm and/or suicide, anxiety, depression, life changes, mood disorders, and marital issues.
I offer a relaxed environment to help you along that journey; be that depression or anxiety, life changes, grief or loss, mood disorders, etc.
I also offer group therapy through tabletop gaming. I have completed all trainings for the Game to Grow Method of Therapeutically Applied Role-Playing Games (TA-RPGs). TA-RPGs are interactive rule-based storytelling games that allow participants to work together to solve narrative obstacles within a group therapy format to target established goals.
I offer a relaxed environment to help you along that journey; be that depression or anxiety, life changes, grief or loss, mood disorders, etc.
I also offer group therapy through tabletop gaming. I have completed all trainings for the Game to Grow Method of Therapeutically Applied Role-Playing Games (TA-RPGs). TA-RPGs are interactive rule-based storytelling games that allow participants to work together to solve narrative obstacles within a group therapy format to target established goals.
Are you overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts and debilitating anxiety?
I have worked with adolescents, adults and families for the last eight years in many faculties. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma informed interventions. I provide in person and online sessions. I have a background in working with clients who are neurodivergent and supporting the needs of individuals with childhood trauma.
Are you overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts and debilitating anxiety?
I have worked with adolescents, adults and families for the last eight years in many faculties. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma informed interventions. I provide in person and online sessions. I have a background in working with clients who are neurodivergent and supporting the needs of individuals with childhood trauma.
Sometimes life is harder rather than easier and we need help navigating anxious waters or traveling depressing paths alone.
I do not believe in a "one size fits all" approach, I lean heavily on Person Centered therapy. You can expect a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental space to talk about things that are causing you trouble. Additionally, there are times for Solution Focused Therapy, Strengths Based work, and elements of Existentialism (who am I, where I'm going, with whom).
Sometimes life is harder rather than easier and we need help navigating anxious waters or traveling depressing paths alone.
I do not believe in a "one size fits all" approach, I lean heavily on Person Centered therapy. You can expect a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental space to talk about things that are causing you trouble. Additionally, there are times for Solution Focused Therapy, Strengths Based work, and elements of Existentialism (who am I, where I'm going, with whom).
Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, stress, healing from past wounds, or simply longing to feel more grounded and whole, I would be honored to support you.
What are you experiencing in your life right now? What would you rather experience instead? Perhaps you simply want to feel better but don’t know where to start. Life is a journey and along the way we encounter many wonderful things as well as many challenges. You may have gone through something in your past or perhaps you are experiencing something currently that is affecting multiple areas of your life. I am here to help you process what is going on in your life and together we will work on strategies that will allow you to address whatever issues or situations affecting you.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, stress, healing from past wounds, or simply longing to feel more grounded and whole, I would be honored to support you.
What are you experiencing in your life right now? What would you rather experience instead? Perhaps you simply want to feel better but don’t know where to start. Life is a journey and along the way we encounter many wonderful things as well as many challenges. You may have gone through something in your past or perhaps you are experiencing something currently that is affecting multiple areas of your life. I am here to help you process what is going on in your life and together we will work on strategies that will allow you to address whatever issues or situations affecting you.
Choosing a counselor is an emotional decision. You want to find someone you feel comfortable talking to in your most vulnerable moments. Then comes....which counselor do I choose? The process of finding a provider can often feel overwhelming. That's
where I come in. I am grateful that you are viewing my personal page. I would like to help make this entire process easier for you and eliminate the guess work. I have over 28 years of private practice experience working with those struggling with troubling emotions that interfere in day to day life. I am here to help you move forward.
Choosing a counselor is an emotional decision. You want to find someone you feel comfortable talking to in your most vulnerable moments. Then comes....which counselor do I choose? The process of finding a provider can often feel overwhelming. That's
where I come in. I am grateful that you are viewing my personal page. I would like to help make this entire process easier for you and eliminate the guess work. I have over 28 years of private practice experience working with those struggling with troubling emotions that interfere in day to day life. I am here to help you move forward.
Over the years, I’ve worked with clients of all ages—from kids to older adults—helping them navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and PTSD.
Starting counseling can feel a little intimidating—maybe even overwhelming. My goal is to create a calm, welcoming space where you feel safe, supported, and truly seen. I believe everyone can benefit from counseling at some point in life, and I’m honored to walk alongside you as we navigate life’s challenges together. Counseling isn’t just a career for me—it’s a calling. I’m deeply grateful to do work I love. I’m also excited to share that I offer supervision for those pursuing LPC-MHSP licensure in Tennessee.
Over the years, I’ve worked with clients of all ages—from kids to older adults—helping them navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and PTSD.
Starting counseling can feel a little intimidating—maybe even overwhelming. My goal is to create a calm, welcoming space where you feel safe, supported, and truly seen. I believe everyone can benefit from counseling at some point in life, and I’m honored to walk alongside you as we navigate life’s challenges together. Counseling isn’t just a career for me—it’s a calling. I’m deeply grateful to do work I love. I’m also excited to share that I offer supervision for those pursuing LPC-MHSP licensure in Tennessee.
Looking for someone to confide in to share the load of your past wounds, present struggles, and future worries?
In my counseling approach, I practice from a client-centered perspective, which translates to genuine and authentic encounters filled with positivity and empathy. I also value the opportunity to help others develop insight into their present struggles and how they may be related to past abuses or traumatic experiences.
Looking for someone to confide in to share the load of your past wounds, present struggles, and future worries?
In my counseling approach, I practice from a client-centered perspective, which translates to genuine and authentic encounters filled with positivity and empathy. I also value the opportunity to help others develop insight into their present struggles and how they may be related to past abuses or traumatic experiences.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship problems, and eating disorders.
As a member of the LGBT community, I have a special passion for serving LGBTQ clients as well as poly and kink communities. Whether you are navigating a complicated political climate, reducing shame and growing in self-acceptance, or exploring new pronouns or identity labels, I will be with you all the way!
I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship problems, and eating disorders.
As a member of the LGBT community, I have a special passion for serving LGBTQ clients as well as poly and kink communities. Whether you are navigating a complicated political climate, reducing shame and growing in self-acceptance, or exploring new pronouns or identity labels, I will be with you all the way!
I offer a listening ear, and a vast amount of knowledge in the areas of addiction and recovery, codependency and support for those friends and family who have close loved ones struggling through addiction, and actionable steps toward working through one's anxiety, fears, and bumps in the road that may hinder reaching your goals.
I strive to ensure that my clients feel heard, and are able to reach the potential that they may or may not realize they have. HeartWell Counseling, LLC wants to pull our hearts out of the darkness of our wells and into our purpose.
I offer a listening ear, and a vast amount of knowledge in the areas of addiction and recovery, codependency and support for those friends and family who have close loved ones struggling through addiction, and actionable steps toward working through one's anxiety, fears, and bumps in the road that may hinder reaching your goals.
I strive to ensure that my clients feel heard, and are able to reach the potential that they may or may not realize they have. HeartWell Counseling, LLC wants to pull our hearts out of the darkness of our wells and into our purpose.
Therapy is a journey-and I consider it a privilege to walk that path alongside you. I approach our work together as a trusted partnership, meeting you where you are and supporting you as you move toward healing, self-worth, and lasting change. My goal is to provide a safe, open, and accepting space where you feel seen, heard, and valued.
We will explore and address the obstacles that may be impacting your ability to form healthy relationships, communicate effectively, and feel empowered in your life. By identifying unhelpful patterns and discovering new perspectives, we can create meaningful, lasting growth.
Therapy is a journey-and I consider it a privilege to walk that path alongside you. I approach our work together as a trusted partnership, meeting you where you are and supporting you as you move toward healing, self-worth, and lasting change. My goal is to provide a safe, open, and accepting space where you feel seen, heard, and valued.
We will explore and address the obstacles that may be impacting your ability to form healthy relationships, communicate effectively, and feel empowered in your life. By identifying unhelpful patterns and discovering new perspectives, we can create meaningful, lasting growth.
You fear mistakes, judgement, and abandonment – even with those that you are closest to.
Are you curious to learn about and understand these patterns that continue to drive you? Would you like to be an active participant in your life rather than a bystander wondering, “what just happened” or “who was that person”?
You fear mistakes, judgement, and abandonment – even with those that you are closest to.
Are you curious to learn about and understand these patterns that continue to drive you? Would you like to be an active participant in your life rather than a bystander wondering, “what just happened” or “who was that person”?
I work with people who are coping with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and trauma.
Therapy is about developing a better understanding of yourself, the patterns of your behavior, feelings, and motivations. Sometimes, persistent negative thoughts or feelings about ourselves originate from family relationships, feelings or events. Identifying and working through this can help to find more peace and satisfaction for our lives. I want you to feel comfortable coming to therapy just as you are. In our work together, I will listen, support and give you honest feedback in an emotionally safe space. Being able to speak openly and honestly is the foundation of therapy.
I work with people who are coping with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and trauma.
Therapy is about developing a better understanding of yourself, the patterns of your behavior, feelings, and motivations. Sometimes, persistent negative thoughts or feelings about ourselves originate from family relationships, feelings or events. Identifying and working through this can help to find more peace and satisfaction for our lives. I want you to feel comfortable coming to therapy just as you are. In our work together, I will listen, support and give you honest feedback in an emotionally safe space. Being able to speak openly and honestly is the foundation of therapy.
I specialize in supporting women through life’s most challenging transitions, including navigating stress, anxiety, grief, relationship dynamics, and personal growth.
My therapeutic style is grounded in empathy, active listening, and evidence-based practices. I empower my clients by equipping them with effective coping strategies, emotional resilience, and self-care tools to help them not only overcome difficulties but thrive in all aspects of their lives.
I specialize in supporting women through life’s most challenging transitions, including navigating stress, anxiety, grief, relationship dynamics, and personal growth.
My therapeutic style is grounded in empathy, active listening, and evidence-based practices. I empower my clients by equipping them with effective coping strategies, emotional resilience, and self-care tools to help them not only overcome difficulties but thrive in all aspects of their lives.
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When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.