LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Goodlettsville, TN
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA issues, addiction recovery, relationship issues, and issues with intimacy and sexuality.
Hi there! I'm Jared, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Are you struggling to keep up with your day to day obligations? Have anxiety or depression taken the joy or intimacy from your relationships? Do you find yourself without the peace you need to fully enjoy the relationships in your life? It has been my privilege to help people from lots of backgrounds navigate these and many other challenges, and I believe that my approach can help you improve your quality of life as well. You are NOT alone, and it is a privilege for me to be here to support & empower you on your journey.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA issues, addiction recovery, relationship issues, and issues with intimacy and sexuality.
Hi there! I'm Jared, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Are you struggling to keep up with your day to day obligations? Have anxiety or depression taken the joy or intimacy from your relationships? Do you find yourself without the peace you need to fully enjoy the relationships in your life? It has been my privilege to help people from lots of backgrounds navigate these and many other challenges, and I believe that my approach can help you improve your quality of life as well. You are NOT alone, and it is a privilege for me to be here to support & empower you on your journey.
Much of my practice focuses on working with individuals around men's issues and special populations including LGBT+, teens with or without sexual issues.
I believe that in order to be healthy and happy, the individual must be focused on growth and change. If you are not healthy or happy, then change is needed. However, several factors complicate this simple truth. We give too much or allow our power to be stolen rather than exchanged; Fear, anger, and sadness can override logic and wisdom. How we act and think affects our experience of reality. I work with clients to help increase their sense of self-direction, align their behaviors with their goals, and replace the negative thoughts and behaviors with a more positive perspective.
Much of my practice focuses on working with individuals around men's issues and special populations including LGBT+, teens with or without sexual issues.
I believe that in order to be healthy and happy, the individual must be focused on growth and change. If you are not healthy or happy, then change is needed. However, several factors complicate this simple truth. We give too much or allow our power to be stolen rather than exchanged; Fear, anger, and sadness can override logic and wisdom. How we act and think affects our experience of reality. I work with clients to help increase their sense of self-direction, align their behaviors with their goals, and replace the negative thoughts and behaviors with a more positive perspective.
I also work closely with the LGBTQIA+ community and specialize in men's issues.
I see clients at New Directions Wellness Center during the following hours: Monday: 10 AM - 7 PM, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 10 AM - 6pm, and Friday: 9 AM - 3 PM. I personally prefer in-person sessions, but I offer online sessions as well!
I also work closely with the LGBTQIA+ community and specialize in men's issues.
I see clients at New Directions Wellness Center during the following hours: Monday: 10 AM - 7 PM, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 10 AM - 6pm, and Friday: 9 AM - 3 PM. I personally prefer in-person sessions, but I offer online sessions as well!
You may have grown up in a home where your emotions were ignored, criticized, or met with verbal or emotional abuse. Now, as an adult, you might feel disconnected from your parents, guilty for setting boundaries, or afraid you're repeating the same unhealthy patterns in your relationships. You might shut down during conflict, feel anxious and reactive, or struggle to express what you’re really feeling. Many of my clients worry they’re damaging their relationships or feel stuck in cycles they don’t know how to change — especially when they’re trying to show up differently for their own kids or partner.
You may have grown up in a home where your emotions were ignored, criticized, or met with verbal or emotional abuse. Now, as an adult, you might feel disconnected from your parents, guilty for setting boundaries, or afraid you're repeating the same unhealthy patterns in your relationships. You might shut down during conflict, feel anxious and reactive, or struggle to express what you’re really feeling. Many of my clients worry they’re damaging their relationships or feel stuck in cycles they don’t know how to change — especially when they’re trying to show up differently for their own kids or partner.
Navigating the complexities of existence in this era, within one's own body, is a universal undertaking. Whether you're a student contending with anxiety or depression, a parent balancing personal, familial, and professional expectations, an adult undergoing transitions grappling with the weight of current political, societal, and environmental challenges, I am here to offer invaluable assistance as you forge ahead towards a future that embodies your principles. My method centers on the individual and their experiences, tailored to the aspirations, cultural context, and apprehensions of the person or family I'm aiding.
Navigating the complexities of existence in this era, within one's own body, is a universal undertaking. Whether you're a student contending with anxiety or depression, a parent balancing personal, familial, and professional expectations, an adult undergoing transitions grappling with the weight of current political, societal, and environmental challenges, I am here to offer invaluable assistance as you forge ahead towards a future that embodies your principles. My method centers on the individual and their experiences, tailored to the aspirations, cultural context, and apprehensions of the person or family I'm aiding.
I also provide affirming care for the LGBTQ+ community and work with individuals managing bipolar disorder and other life challenges.
You’ve spent years taking care of others—your family, your career, your patients. But what about you? As life evolves, it’s natural to feel uncertain about what comes next—whether it's redefining your purpose, navigating relationships, or managing burnout. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Our work together isn’t just about coping—it’s about thriving. With a mix of deep insight, practical strategies, and a touch of humor, we’ll clear the emotional clutter and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
I also provide affirming care for the LGBTQ+ community and work with individuals managing bipolar disorder and other life challenges.
You’ve spent years taking care of others—your family, your career, your patients. But what about you? As life evolves, it’s natural to feel uncertain about what comes next—whether it's redefining your purpose, navigating relationships, or managing burnout. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Our work together isn’t just about coping—it’s about thriving. With a mix of deep insight, practical strategies, and a touch of humor, we’ll clear the emotional clutter and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by anxiety, perfectionism, or past trauma? Struggling with boundaries, relationships, or making yourself a priority? You don’t have to carry it all alone.
Hi, I’m Melissa, a trauma-informed therapist and founder of Reinventing Hope Counseling. I’d be honored to walk alongside you on your healing journey. My aim is to be in your corner, offering a safe and supportive space where you can feel seen, gain clarity, and navigate life’s challenges. Together, we’ll explore what’s brought you in, build practical tools for growth, and work toward creating a life that feels balanced and truly yours.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by anxiety, perfectionism, or past trauma? Struggling with boundaries, relationships, or making yourself a priority? You don’t have to carry it all alone.
Hi, I’m Melissa, a trauma-informed therapist and founder of Reinventing Hope Counseling. I’d be honored to walk alongside you on your healing journey. My aim is to be in your corner, offering a safe and supportive space where you can feel seen, gain clarity, and navigate life’s challenges. Together, we’ll explore what’s brought you in, build practical tools for growth, and work toward creating a life that feels balanced and truly yours.
The impact of trauma, stigma toward mental health, addictions, the LGBTQ+ community, infidelity can reinforce dysfunctional coping, self-loathing and sometimes self-harm.
SAFE & CONFIDENTIAL! My passion is supporting people with trauma, addictions, PTSD, Anxiety, struggle with orientation& gender Identity.Guilt & shame are common and often paralyzing to emotional freedom. Acceptance & support is important when faced with these challenges& more. Here this can change because I truly believe people deserve a chance & a voice.
The impact of trauma, stigma toward mental health, addictions, the LGBTQ+ community, infidelity can reinforce dysfunctional coping, self-loathing and sometimes self-harm.
SAFE & CONFIDENTIAL! My passion is supporting people with trauma, addictions, PTSD, Anxiety, struggle with orientation& gender Identity.Guilt & shame are common and often paralyzing to emotional freedom. Acceptance & support is important when faced with these challenges& more. Here this can change because I truly believe people deserve a chance & a voice.
April Michelle Tyson Tn Ky License
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP, MAC, SAP
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
I work with spiritual issues and have experience working with transgender population such as gender dysphoria and coming out.
I specialize in addictions but have worked with severe and persistent mental illnesses of all kinds. I do Alcohol & Drug assessments
I work with spiritual issues and have experience working with transgender population such as gender dysphoria and coming out.
I specialize in addictions but have worked with severe and persistent mental illnesses of all kinds. I do Alcohol & Drug assessments
As a licensed professional counselor, I’ve dedicated my career to guiding individuals through self-discovery and personal growth. I graduated from Lipscomb University, where I developed a strong foundation in Play Therapy and Expressive Arts. My experience in community mental health has exposed me to a wide range of challenges, and I bring that depth of knowledge to every session.
As a licensed professional counselor, I’ve dedicated my career to guiding individuals through self-discovery and personal growth. I graduated from Lipscomb University, where I developed a strong foundation in Play Therapy and Expressive Arts. My experience in community mental health has exposed me to a wide range of challenges, and I bring that depth of knowledge to every session.
Our lives and ways of doing things have definitely changed in 2020. You are trying to balance homeschooling, working from home, or being an essential worker. It's tough! If you are feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or a combination of both, I am here for you. Having a therapist means having someone to sit with you where you are and journey with you as you heal, grow, and release emotions and beliefs that are no longer serving you. Whether it's you, your child, or your life partner, IT'S TIME TO TAKE STEPS TOWARDS HEALING.
Our lives and ways of doing things have definitely changed in 2020. You are trying to balance homeschooling, working from home, or being an essential worker. It's tough! If you are feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or a combination of both, I am here for you. Having a therapist means having someone to sit with you where you are and journey with you as you heal, grow, and release emotions and beliefs that are no longer serving you. Whether it's you, your child, or your life partner, IT'S TIME TO TAKE STEPS TOWARDS HEALING.
Life rarely goes according to plan! That leaves us with the task of figuring out how to manage uncertainty, heartache, change, and challenges. No matter what issues you are dealing with, you don't have to manage it on your own. Therapy can be a place of support and safety, a place where you sort through what life has given you to find a path towards hope, health, and peace.
Life rarely goes according to plan! That leaves us with the task of figuring out how to manage uncertainty, heartache, change, and challenges. No matter what issues you are dealing with, you don't have to manage it on your own. Therapy can be a place of support and safety, a place where you sort through what life has given you to find a path towards hope, health, and peace.
Welcome and thanks for checking out my profile. I'm Scott. Perhaps you’re here because your inner life has become too chaotic and you’re looking for a way to find peace. Or maybe you already sense some healing and recognize the need to deepen the inward journey, heal old wounds and find a therapist familiar with existential understanding, psychedelic integration and non-dual perspectives. Wherever you find yourself, I’ll meet you there. I’m sure of this; it is possible to access the wonder and creative energy of youth and move into new way of being in life.
Welcome and thanks for checking out my profile. I'm Scott. Perhaps you’re here because your inner life has become too chaotic and you’re looking for a way to find peace. Or maybe you already sense some healing and recognize the need to deepen the inward journey, heal old wounds and find a therapist familiar with existential understanding, psychedelic integration and non-dual perspectives. Wherever you find yourself, I’ll meet you there. I’m sure of this; it is possible to access the wonder and creative energy of youth and move into new way of being in life.
Allied Behavioral Health Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
We are glad you are here. Allied Behavioral Health Solutions is a provider-owned behavioral health practice with locations in Nashville, Goodlettsville, Clarksville, and Smyrna. We are dedicated to providing high-quality services that result in better outcomes for all. Our clinicians are trained in a variety of methodologies to be able to meet the needs of each client and family we serve. We offer outpatient therapy as well as medication management services.
We are glad you are here. Allied Behavioral Health Solutions is a provider-owned behavioral health practice with locations in Nashville, Goodlettsville, Clarksville, and Smyrna. We are dedicated to providing high-quality services that result in better outcomes for all. Our clinicians are trained in a variety of methodologies to be able to meet the needs of each client and family we serve. We offer outpatient therapy as well as medication management services.
Many clients come to us after feeling stuck in talk therapy. Talking about your problems is helpful, but sometimes you need more! If you are ready to take your healing to the next level, please reach out! We integrate somatic and experiential therapies, such as EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy, IFS, psychodrama, nature therapy, Neurofeedback, holistic health coaching, and more, to go deeper, so you can truly heal from past experiences. There are no quick fixes - there is only the journey to truly know, love, and care for yourself, and our team of expert therapists is ready to take the journey with you.
Many clients come to us after feeling stuck in talk therapy. Talking about your problems is helpful, but sometimes you need more! If you are ready to take your healing to the next level, please reach out! We integrate somatic and experiential therapies, such as EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy, IFS, psychodrama, nature therapy, Neurofeedback, holistic health coaching, and more, to go deeper, so you can truly heal from past experiences. There are no quick fixes - there is only the journey to truly know, love, and care for yourself, and our team of expert therapists is ready to take the journey with you.
My ideal client is someone who is curious, open-minded, and motivated to improve themselves or their situation. They might be facing challenges in various aspects of their life, such as personal development, career advancement, relationship issues, or even just seeking general guidance and support. Overall, they are looking for someone who can offer them insightful perspectives, practical strategies, and empathetic understanding. They understand that investing in themselves and their personal development is essential for achieving their goals, fulfilling their potential, and living a life of purpose and satisfaction.
My ideal client is someone who is curious, open-minded, and motivated to improve themselves or their situation. They might be facing challenges in various aspects of their life, such as personal development, career advancement, relationship issues, or even just seeking general guidance and support. Overall, they are looking for someone who can offer them insightful perspectives, practical strategies, and empathetic understanding. They understand that investing in themselves and their personal development is essential for achieving their goals, fulfilling their potential, and living a life of purpose and satisfaction.
If you find yourself reading this, likely your intuition is telling you that you need a little help. Maybe someone in your life keeps telling you to "go talk to someone." Whatever the reason and however you are feeling, I'm so glad that you're here.
If you find yourself reading this, likely your intuition is telling you that you need a little help. Maybe someone in your life keeps telling you to "go talk to someone." Whatever the reason and however you are feeling, I'm so glad that you're here.
Now Accepting New Clients - I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working in this field for over 10 years. I am passionate about working with people aiming to learn more about themselves, own their story, and make positive change toward a healthy life. I have experience in helping people with a wide range of issues including self-worth, trauma, mood disorders, anxiety problems, grief, addiction, and relationship issues.
Now Accepting New Clients - I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working in this field for over 10 years. I am passionate about working with people aiming to learn more about themselves, own their story, and make positive change toward a healthy life. I have experience in helping people with a wide range of issues including self-worth, trauma, mood disorders, anxiety problems, grief, addiction, and relationship issues.
Finding someone you can trust to talk to is tough. My role as a counselor is to create a safe space for people of all backgrounds, classes, orientations and creeds in order to process and receive support. My goal as a counselor is to empower, encourage, and assist my clients in improving their quality of life and making the changes necessary to achieve their goals. My counseling style is collaborative and direct (with a dash of humor) to ensure we are making progress and always striving towards growth.
Finding someone you can trust to talk to is tough. My role as a counselor is to create a safe space for people of all backgrounds, classes, orientations and creeds in order to process and receive support. My goal as a counselor is to empower, encourage, and assist my clients in improving their quality of life and making the changes necessary to achieve their goals. My counseling style is collaborative and direct (with a dash of humor) to ensure we are making progress and always striving towards growth.
I have been licensed as a therapist for 14 years. I have done some type of counseling in the Nashville area since 2001. I know life is hard and it's never one thing that causes us to begin looking for help. Addiction, relationships stress, depression, anxiety and behavior issues are all catalysts for someone to begin a relationship with a therapist. I offer individual, couples and family therapy in a safe and confidential environment. I enjoy working with individuals and couples to see lives change and to see healing begin. I use solution-focused strategies reach goals that we set together.
I have been licensed as a therapist for 14 years. I have done some type of counseling in the Nashville area since 2001. I know life is hard and it's never one thing that causes us to begin looking for help. Addiction, relationships stress, depression, anxiety and behavior issues are all catalysts for someone to begin a relationship with a therapist. I offer individual, couples and family therapy in a safe and confidential environment. I enjoy working with individuals and couples to see lives change and to see healing begin. I use solution-focused strategies reach goals that we set together.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.