Marriage Counseling Therapists in Dickson, TN
First Responder? You spend the majority of your time at work "ON," ready for the next call or incident with little to no time to decompress. You witness more traumatic events in a week (maybe even a day) than most people see in a lifetime. Continuous response to traumatic events over time has a profound effect on the autonomic nervous system so much so you can find yourself feeling exhausted emotionally, physically, mentally, spiritually. You may have difficulty unwinding or getting sleep without the use of social media, alcohol, drugs, sex, porn, video games, gambling, shopping, food to numb the emotions or sensations in the body.
First Responder? You spend the majority of your time at work "ON," ready for the next call or incident with little to no time to decompress. You witness more traumatic events in a week (maybe even a day) than most people see in a lifetime. Continuous response to traumatic events over time has a profound effect on the autonomic nervous system so much so you can find yourself feeling exhausted emotionally, physically, mentally, spiritually. You may have difficulty unwinding or getting sleep without the use of social media, alcohol, drugs, sex, porn, video games, gambling, shopping, food to numb the emotions or sensations in the body.
Marriage counseling is often requested after the relationship has faced a crisis.
You are invited to come talk with me in my relaxed spacious office. Coming to therapy is a difficult decision for many people, but you can trust that your visits are private and confidential. Making the first phone call is often the hardest step. You deserve to feel better and talk therapy is highly effective. We can talk about your concerns and stressors and develop a plan to help you regain your ability to handle life's challenges.
Marriage counseling is often requested after the relationship has faced a crisis.
You are invited to come talk with me in my relaxed spacious office. Coming to therapy is a difficult decision for many people, but you can trust that your visits are private and confidential. Making the first phone call is often the hardest step. You deserve to feel better and talk therapy is highly effective. We can talk about your concerns and stressors and develop a plan to help you regain your ability to handle life's challenges.
Transform your relationship in a 3 day couples intensive!
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is the gold-standard of couples therapy. It is through this therapeutic lens that we work together on creating a new and caring bond that has lasting results. At times, I also utilize Psychodrama, Experiential Therapy, & Brainspotting.
Transform your relationship in a 3 day couples intensive!
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is the gold-standard of couples therapy. It is through this therapeutic lens that we work together on creating a new and caring bond that has lasting results. At times, I also utilize Psychodrama, Experiential Therapy, & Brainspotting.
My experience includes individual therapy with children, adolescents and adults, pre- marital, marital and family therapy.
I would be honored to assist and support you on your journey to a happier, more fufilled life with healthier relationships. With compassion and empathy I will help you discover the basis of your anger, anxiety, depression and other difficult feelings that have precipitated your struggles. Together we will explore your behaviors which have resulted from your hidden conflict and help you foster insight so that you do not repeat painful patterns that affect you and your relationships in the future. We will help you discover strength, clarity and confidence to resolve your issues and embrace a self-assured, empowered and positive life.
My experience includes individual therapy with children, adolescents and adults, pre- marital, marital and family therapy.
I would be honored to assist and support you on your journey to a happier, more fufilled life with healthier relationships. With compassion and empathy I will help you discover the basis of your anger, anxiety, depression and other difficult feelings that have precipitated your struggles. Together we will explore your behaviors which have resulted from your hidden conflict and help you foster insight so that you do not repeat painful patterns that affect you and your relationships in the future. We will help you discover strength, clarity and confidence to resolve your issues and embrace a self-assured, empowered and positive life.
Are you experiencing the road as lonely and isolating or feeling confused about your next steps in life? Maybe your race, gender, sexual identity, or world-view is being dishonored, and you feel oppression and injustice.
Are you experiencing the road as lonely and isolating or feeling confused about your next steps in life? Maybe your race, gender, sexual identity, or world-view is being dishonored, and you feel oppression and injustice.
I work with individuals and couples using a relational, experiential approach grounded in Attachment Theory, incorporating Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Every session offers space to slow down, untangle what hurts, and move toward clarity, self-understanding, and hope. I believe we all make sense in the context of our stories—and meaningful change begins with being truly seen and known.
I work with individuals and couples using a relational, experiential approach grounded in Attachment Theory, incorporating Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Every session offers space to slow down, untangle what hurts, and move toward clarity, self-understanding, and hope. I believe we all make sense in the context of our stories—and meaningful change begins with being truly seen and known.
As a therapist, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to work with individuals, couples, and families in Dickson, TN. I have a passion for Attachment Theory and enjoy helping clients develop healthy connections with others. I have a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University, and I have completed Level 4 Core Skills Training in Emotionally Focused Therapy. I am a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy as well as the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT). I am honored to work with clients during life's struggles.
As a therapist, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to work with individuals, couples, and families in Dickson, TN. I have a passion for Attachment Theory and enjoy helping clients develop healthy connections with others. I have a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University, and I have completed Level 4 Core Skills Training in Emotionally Focused Therapy. I am a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy as well as the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT). I am honored to work with clients during life's struggles.
I help couples to enrich their relationships and explore ways to rekindle their love for one another.
I am IFS informed and utilize EMDR and CBT to heal complex trauma. I teach skills to reduce anxiety and depression. I will identify your personality style, love language and teach you communication skills to strengthen your relationships.
I help couples to enrich their relationships and explore ways to rekindle their love for one another.
I am IFS informed and utilize EMDR and CBT to heal complex trauma. I teach skills to reduce anxiety and depression. I will identify your personality style, love language and teach you communication skills to strengthen your relationships.
My ideal client is one willing to seek every opportunity in order to better themselves. I want to be a resource in a way that benefits the client most. I would love to work with all kinds of issues, especially those relating to anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and family struggles. My best fit would be someone who is spiritually minded, for that is a strong foundation of mine in therapy. I would want the client to be able to think through realistic and effort-inclusive goals that will help them move one step closer to the life they want to be living.
My ideal client is one willing to seek every opportunity in order to better themselves. I want to be a resource in a way that benefits the client most. I would love to work with all kinds of issues, especially those relating to anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and family struggles. My best fit would be someone who is spiritually minded, for that is a strong foundation of mine in therapy. I would want the client to be able to think through realistic and effort-inclusive goals that will help them move one step closer to the life they want to be living.
I partner with horses to empower, ground, guide and heal individuals.
I'm known for a direct, intuitive and loving approach. Like the horses, I tell it like it is and I hold space for you to find contentment and growth. First session is information gathering, goal setting and education on what can provide you with some immediate relief from symptoms. We support that foundation each time we meet and go deeper emotionally to understand the "hows and whys" of what got you stuck. I may provide readings or other activities to do in between sessions so that therapy becomes a new habit for you. Horses help us by supporting our authenticity as we engage the new things we have learned.
I partner with horses to empower, ground, guide and heal individuals.
I'm known for a direct, intuitive and loving approach. Like the horses, I tell it like it is and I hold space for you to find contentment and growth. First session is information gathering, goal setting and education on what can provide you with some immediate relief from symptoms. We support that foundation each time we meet and go deeper emotionally to understand the "hows and whys" of what got you stuck. I may provide readings or other activities to do in between sessions so that therapy becomes a new habit for you. Horses help us by supporting our authenticity as we engage the new things we have learned.
Hi, my name is Denise Walker. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor/Mental Health Service Provider in Tennessee. Counseling is first a relationship between you and me. I will listen, be compassionate, and be curious about who are and your hopes for counseling. Second, I will use my knowledge and experience to pull from my counseling toolbox as I believe every person is unique and one size does not fit all. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, want to make a change in your life, or simply need someone to talk to, I am here.
Hi, my name is Denise Walker. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor/Mental Health Service Provider in Tennessee. Counseling is first a relationship between you and me. I will listen, be compassionate, and be curious about who are and your hopes for counseling. Second, I will use my knowledge and experience to pull from my counseling toolbox as I believe every person is unique and one size does not fit all. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, want to make a change in your life, or simply need someone to talk to, I am here.
You deserve a supportive partner to navigate this path.
Are you exhausted by anxiety, depression, and the painful question: "Who am I now?" I help adults and teens break free from the feeling of being lost to find clarity, purpose, and self-worth. My approach builds concrete tools to manage your mood while we explore the reasons you feel stuck. I specialize in identity transitions and have deep experience with veterans, helping them translate their service into a meaningful civilian life through my individual sessions and support group work. Ready to build a life that feels authentic? I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space.
You deserve a supportive partner to navigate this path.
Are you exhausted by anxiety, depression, and the painful question: "Who am I now?" I help adults and teens break free from the feeling of being lost to find clarity, purpose, and self-worth. My approach builds concrete tools to manage your mood while we explore the reasons you feel stuck. I specialize in identity transitions and have deep experience with veterans, helping them translate their service into a meaningful civilian life through my individual sessions and support group work. Ready to build a life that feels authentic? I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space.
I work with individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles.
We all have an innate capacity to create a sense of well-being. Yet, the demands of our lives---difficult relationships, losses, disappointments, transitions---can cause feelings of helplessness or even despair. Vitality falls way to depression or anxiety or addictive behaviors. Therapy can be useful to better understand and manage the complexities of your life; to reclaim some vitality; to love, work, and play in ways that are more congruent with who you strive to be. With twenty five years of experience, I offer seasoned and compasssionate guidance as you define your specific goals and work toward inhabiting a truer version of yourself.
I work with individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles.
We all have an innate capacity to create a sense of well-being. Yet, the demands of our lives---difficult relationships, losses, disappointments, transitions---can cause feelings of helplessness or even despair. Vitality falls way to depression or anxiety or addictive behaviors. Therapy can be useful to better understand and manage the complexities of your life; to reclaim some vitality; to love, work, and play in ways that are more congruent with who you strive to be. With twenty five years of experience, I offer seasoned and compasssionate guidance as you define your specific goals and work toward inhabiting a truer version of yourself.
I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a master’s from Lipscomb University.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and addictions—including sex and pornography. My approach is evidence-based and draws from contextual therapy, Restoration Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and 12-step recovery.
I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a master’s from Lipscomb University.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and addictions—including sex and pornography. My approach is evidence-based and draws from contextual therapy, Restoration Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and 12-step recovery.
My specialities include, but are not limited to; couples, individual, relationship,intimacy,anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders.
With compassion,insight and acceptance, I can help you explore the issues which prevent you from success in your personal and professional relationships. I believe that we all possess much of the knowledge needed to answer life's questions; however, as with all things, we sometimes simply forget where to look. I see my work primarily as a guide, helping my clients find their own answers and their own happiness.I view therapy as a way to gain self awareness in order to understand one's pattern of relating to others and dealing with life's challenges.
My specialities include, but are not limited to; couples, individual, relationship,intimacy,anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders.
With compassion,insight and acceptance, I can help you explore the issues which prevent you from success in your personal and professional relationships. I believe that we all possess much of the knowledge needed to answer life's questions; however, as with all things, we sometimes simply forget where to look. I see my work primarily as a guide, helping my clients find their own answers and their own happiness.I view therapy as a way to gain self awareness in order to understand one's pattern of relating to others and dealing with life's challenges.
I am especially passionate about working with adults, teens, and couples who are neurodivergent, navigating grief, or who may be trying therapy for the first time.
I believe you deserve the opportunity to meet your most authentic and confident self and to find joy in the journey of doing so. Whether that means healing from trauma, finding where you belong, or learning how to get out of your own way— we can work together to make space in your life for what matters, and that's you. I also acknowledge that each of us exists within larger systems (some of which can be inherently unjust) and that building such a life often requires you to find belongingness and support both from within and from without. I strive to make therapy a healing space but also approachable, safe, and even silly sometimes!
I am especially passionate about working with adults, teens, and couples who are neurodivergent, navigating grief, or who may be trying therapy for the first time.
I believe you deserve the opportunity to meet your most authentic and confident self and to find joy in the journey of doing so. Whether that means healing from trauma, finding where you belong, or learning how to get out of your own way— we can work together to make space in your life for what matters, and that's you. I also acknowledge that each of us exists within larger systems (some of which can be inherently unjust) and that building such a life often requires you to find belongingness and support both from within and from without. I strive to make therapy a healing space but also approachable, safe, and even silly sometimes!
I help individuals, couples and families navigate life's challenges.
We all face challenges in life, but we do not have to face them alone. It is important to be able to communicate our feelings and needs in a safe environment. And sometimes, we need a guide to help us navigate the difficult inner territory that stands between us and our best selves. I seek to create a safe space where you can heal and grow, and to help you work through the struggles, losses and wounds that keep you from thriving.
I help individuals, couples and families navigate life's challenges.
We all face challenges in life, but we do not have to face them alone. It is important to be able to communicate our feelings and needs in a safe environment. And sometimes, we need a guide to help us navigate the difficult inner territory that stands between us and our best selves. I seek to create a safe space where you can heal and grow, and to help you work through the struggles, losses and wounds that keep you from thriving.
All behaviors are a form of communication. Let me help you learn how to communicate your needs in an achievable way.
All behaviors are a form of communication. Let me help you learn how to communicate your needs in an achievable way.
I work with teens, adults, couples, & families who are trying to hold everything together while quietly struggling underneath the surface.
I help teens, adults, couples, and families navigate anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Using EMDR, IFS, and a compassionate, client-centered approach, I create space for healing, clarity, and connection. I offer both in-person and virtual appointments.
I work with teens, adults, couples, & families who are trying to hold everything together while quietly struggling underneath the surface.
I help teens, adults, couples, and families navigate anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Using EMDR, IFS, and a compassionate, client-centered approach, I create space for healing, clarity, and connection. I offer both in-person and virtual appointments.
In the world today, there are countless things that we often pursue in the hopes of happiness, only to fall short. We ask ourselves, "Why am I still depressed? Why am I still anxious?" As we pursue "happiness," distractions impair our ability to make healthy decisions, and we never get a chance to know what we are thinking. Much of our habits stem from trauma or memories unpleasant enough, we make attempts to avoid the discomfort of the emotions the memories bring.
In the world today, there are countless things that we often pursue in the hopes of happiness, only to fall short. We ask ourselves, "Why am I still depressed? Why am I still anxious?" As we pursue "happiness," distractions impair our ability to make healthy decisions, and we never get a chance to know what we are thinking. Much of our habits stem from trauma or memories unpleasant enough, we make attempts to avoid the discomfort of the emotions the memories bring.
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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.