Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Franklin, TN

I work collaboratively with my clients to empower them to take control back in their lives, gain insight into who they are and how they are functioning, and to make changes that will last a lifetime. It is important to feel heard, understood, validated, and safe when discussing personal issues and concerns. I provide an atmosphere of trust and support that allows my clients to explore, discover, grow, and implement effective tools and strategies to improve their life and their well-being and to break free from the destructive patterns and behaviors that have kept them stuck. You are worth it, and you deserve it.

Life transitions can be difficult to navigate on your own. Sometimes you need someone to talk to. Relationships, past traumatic experiences, grief and loss, anxiety, and depression all bring emotions that can be overwhelming. Over time, negative coping behaviors and destructive patterns may have developed and now stand in the way of your goals and development. As a therapist, Neela Johnson is focused on healing and personal growth.

Pain is a powerful motivator for change. Being human means struggling with brokenness and pain. Being human also means we have the choice and ability to work toward healing and toward a more abundant life. When the suffering outweighs the joy of living, it would be my privilege to offer you the tools and guidance needed for healing.I am able to provide this thru personal experience and professional training. I am also a certified yoga instructor and offer individual yoga and meditation (without mysticism) to compliment the therapeutic process.

We serve individuals and couples in their journey toward self-discovery, self-acceptance, development or betterment of relationships, and healing. We believe that everyone possesses the ability to change and sometimes needs help to understand their past for the purpose of accepting their present and planning for the future. Our approach is very client-centered, integrating Experiential, Mindfulness -Based Cognitive Behavioral, Trauma-focused (when appropriate), & Solution-Focused modalities. Clinicians who specialize in Non-Traditional Relationships, Complex Trauma, Family Therapy, PMDD, and other niche specialities are available.

Are you experiencing negative thinking, sadness, anxiety, irrational fears, excessive worry, irritability, relational conflict, mistrust, and insecurity? I recognize that many people get "stuck" and struggle to make the change that they desire. You're not alone in your struggle and there is help available. Allow me to support you and or your loved one, in widening your path to emotional wellness. I have 22 years of clinical experience. I specialize in perinatal mental health, attachment/bonding issues, couples in conflict, and trauma.

Trauma and other developmental wounds often show up as anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and a variety of diagnoses. At The Village of Kairos, our therapists are master-doctoral practitioners specializing in trauma-focused therapies and interventions so that our clients find hope, help, and how-to's in order to build a life worth living.

I am owner and clinic director of The Child and Family Counseling Center located in Cool Springs. Our team at the child and family counseling center is trained to provide therapy for children, teens, young adults, families, and parents. We are trained to teach tools that are useful for client's dealing with anxiety, depression, mood swings, or just feeling overwhelmed. We can also teach client's techniques to improve social skills, communication, and family interactions.

Thank you for your interest in my practice. Are you feeling stuck? Is there something nagging at you? Do people consistently tell you that you should change? Maybe you are in pain or feeling stressed. Maybe you want more out of your relationships or your work life. Perhaps you want to be healthier. Therapy can help. Together, let's identify what the problems are and begin moving toward a happier, more energetic you. I will provide you with professional support and suggestions and together we will continually monitor your progress until you reach your goals.

Welcome! My practice provides psychotherapy services for children, adolescents, emerging adults and families. Sometimes events like transitions, trauma, loss, and adjustment to divorce or limited social support trigger difficulties. As a result, conflicts, depression, anxiety, emotional outbursts, academic decline, isolation, addiction or other risky behaviors can emerge. I support clients and families as they overcome these challenges. I believe in the capacity to grow, change, and move towards self-identified goals. My approach to psychotherapy is integrative and focuses on the therapy relationship, incorporating meditation/ mindfulness practices, self-acceptance, development of coping skills, and repairing relationships.

At the core of everything I do in therapy is the belief that true healing happens through empowerment and love, not fear. Therapy encompasses a bit of art, science, intuition, and loving kindness. What works in therapy is a real person connecting to a real person and I believe the best therapists are those who show you where to look, but don't tell you what to see. My approach is based on a model of healing and empowerment to help you reconnect with that whole, thoughtful, creative, fearless human being you are and to trust your inner wisdom.

Many obstacles can interfere with living life to its fullest, but they don't have to. Creating a focused plan and sticking with it can be life changing, and at times deeper issues are at play. In my practice I work with high performing individuals such as Athletes, Entertainers and Public Figures, as well as their families. Having competed and worked in the Sport and Entertainment Industries for more than twenty years, I've developed a unique approach incorporating performance psychology, positive mental health and mindfulness to consistently help clients around the world meet and exceed their goals.

With over twelve years as a practicing therapist, I am currently licensed in Tennessee and Colorado. I have helped clients: improve anxiety levels, self esteem, depression, relational issues, phobias, lack of a sense of life direction, sleep, and more. Through teaching skills such as noticing and being with sensations, feelings, and thoughts, clients are able to notice the patterns that get us stuck. Those with trauma see reductions in their PTSD symptoms, often using EMDR.

Congratulations - you just made the first and most important step towards change. As an experienced Licensed Psychologist and expert for adult ADHD, anxiety and relationships, it is my privilege to help you with your individual path for personal growth. Educated and trained in the USA and Europe (Austria/Vienna), my work is characterized by acceptance, unconditional positive regard, and a compassionate understanding with a unique “international” perspective (in English and German). I also offer free consultation sessions to see if my personality and working style are the right "fit" for you (which is incredibly important).

Carl Jung said: "Whoever looks outside, dreams. Whoever looks within, awakens." I work with clients to simplify their outlook, know themselves, and ignite joy in their personal, family, and work lives. With a background in film and theater, a successful career in corporate leadership and career coaching, and a 15+ year meditation practice, I help clients address deeper questions of meaning and purpose, tapping into their motivation to make changes that really matter to them.