Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Hermitage, TN
I’m glad to see you are considering therapy to overcome your challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, or another other issue, I can help you find relief and overcome obstacles on your path to success. I’m compassionate and supportive. Our conversation is confidential in the comfort of your own home.
I’m glad to see you are considering therapy to overcome your challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, or another other issue, I can help you find relief and overcome obstacles on your path to success. I’m compassionate and supportive. Our conversation is confidential in the comfort of your own home.
My role is to provide unconditional, affirming support throughout your therapy journey. I believe therapy works best when you are active in the process, and we work collaboratively to identify goals that feel meaningful and true to you. I bring genuineness, compassion, and at times a sense of humor into sessions, creating a space where you can show up fully as yourself.
My role is to provide unconditional, affirming support throughout your therapy journey. I believe therapy works best when you are active in the process, and we work collaboratively to identify goals that feel meaningful and true to you. I bring genuineness, compassion, and at times a sense of humor into sessions, creating a space where you can show up fully as yourself.
At Horn Counseling, we are looking to work with individuals who are motivated to live the life they truly want, personally, in their relationships and community.
At Horn Counseling, we are looking to work with individuals who are motivated to live the life they truly want, personally, in their relationships and community.
If you identify with any of these struggles we may be a good fit: You're feeling unsure or unsupported while experiencing grief and loss of all kinds. You feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or lost during a transition in life, relationship or career. You're exploring "who am I, really?," and other essential questions in life. You struggle with adult ADHD and its effect on adulting, relationships and creativity and asking yourself "how do I manage it all AND make room for fun?!" And most importantly, you're having a difficult time answering "When was the last time I felt present, connected, curious, joyful, playful, or in awe?"
If you identify with any of these struggles we may be a good fit: You're feeling unsure or unsupported while experiencing grief and loss of all kinds. You feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or lost during a transition in life, relationship or career. You're exploring "who am I, really?," and other essential questions in life. You struggle with adult ADHD and its effect on adulting, relationships and creativity and asking yourself "how do I manage it all AND make room for fun?!" And most importantly, you're having a difficult time answering "When was the last time I felt present, connected, curious, joyful, playful, or in awe?"
Being a human is hard, and sometimes overwhelmingly hard. Things going on within, around, or to us can challenge how we experience and engage with life and ourselves. Sometimes we need helping in sorting out our thoughts, feelings, and actions in order to find a way to live both comfortably and authentically. Sometimes we need help finding new perspectives and understandings of ourselves, others, or the world. Sometimes we are comfortable within ourselves, but are facing difficulty in interacting with others and need assistance in uncovering friction points. No matter what it is, you’re welcome to explore it with me.
Being a human is hard, and sometimes overwhelmingly hard. Things going on within, around, or to us can challenge how we experience and engage with life and ourselves. Sometimes we need helping in sorting out our thoughts, feelings, and actions in order to find a way to live both comfortably and authentically. Sometimes we need help finding new perspectives and understandings of ourselves, others, or the world. Sometimes we are comfortable within ourselves, but are facing difficulty in interacting with others and need assistance in uncovering friction points. No matter what it is, you’re welcome to explore it with me.
I love helping clients make sense of their hidden stories and experiences. Often, these stories and experiences create chaos, make us unsure, and throw us off balance. I believe that everyone needs a comfortable place to rediscover balance and wholeness through unraveling their stories. While I see a variety of clients, I work primarly with mixed neurotype couples struggling with communication and intimacy, adhd, autism, as well as singles and women who have experienced sexual trauma. I also have experience with Homeschool culture and the struggles and wins of the music industry. I offer flexible office hours including Saturdays.
I love helping clients make sense of their hidden stories and experiences. Often, these stories and experiences create chaos, make us unsure, and throw us off balance. I believe that everyone needs a comfortable place to rediscover balance and wholeness through unraveling their stories. While I see a variety of clients, I work primarly with mixed neurotype couples struggling with communication and intimacy, adhd, autism, as well as singles and women who have experienced sexual trauma. I also have experience with Homeschool culture and the struggles and wins of the music industry. I offer flexible office hours including Saturdays.
Are you a high-achieving individual who works hard to mask your tender emotions and meet expectations, all the while holding a deep loneliness inside? Do you wonder if you are the problem, because on-paper everything looks, "great," in your life but you feel frequently overwhelmed or dissatisfied? As a queer, neurodivergent, trauma-survivor, I bring the wisdom of my lived experiences to bear in our clinical work together. I have learned in my own journey that avoidance of our deepest pain inevitably leads to disconnection; leaning into the invitation of our hearts leads to connection, and thus, healing.
Are you a high-achieving individual who works hard to mask your tender emotions and meet expectations, all the while holding a deep loneliness inside? Do you wonder if you are the problem, because on-paper everything looks, "great," in your life but you feel frequently overwhelmed or dissatisfied? As a queer, neurodivergent, trauma-survivor, I bring the wisdom of my lived experiences to bear in our clinical work together. I have learned in my own journey that avoidance of our deepest pain inevitably leads to disconnection; leaning into the invitation of our hearts leads to connection, and thus, healing.
I am passionate about helping couples strengthen communication and emotional safety in their relationships. In addition, I enjoy supporting adults as they heal from childhood trauma and anxiety disorders that make daily life feel overwhelming. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in old patterns like people-pleasing, perfectionism, or constant worry, and are ready to understand where these patterns began and how to finally move forward.
I am passionate about helping couples strengthen communication and emotional safety in their relationships. In addition, I enjoy supporting adults as they heal from childhood trauma and anxiety disorders that make daily life feel overwhelming. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in old patterns like people-pleasing, perfectionism, or constant worry, and are ready to understand where these patterns began and how to finally move forward.
Amanda Wells
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, MHSP, (temp)
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Every person's story is unique and worth exploring. I strive to make therapy an inclusive space where individuals feel free to be their whole, authentic self. My goal is to walk with you on your journey to wellness, whatever the destination might be. I work with young children, teens, and adults. I most commonly focus on helping those trying to manage ADHD, anxiety, stress from life transitions, and anyone searching for a positive change.
Every person's story is unique and worth exploring. I strive to make therapy an inclusive space where individuals feel free to be their whole, authentic self. My goal is to walk with you on your journey to wellness, whatever the destination might be. I work with young children, teens, and adults. I most commonly focus on helping those trying to manage ADHD, anxiety, stress from life transitions, and anyone searching for a positive change.
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I offer trauma-informed, sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy in a warm, inclusive space tailored to your needs.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to explore their inner world with honesty and curiosity, even if they’re not quite sure where to begin. They may be navigating the aftermath of sexual trauma, working through childhood abuse, or trying to understand how past experiences are showing up in their current relationships and sense of self. They might be struggling with shame, anxiety, relationship concerns, or challenges around intimacy and identity.
I offer trauma-informed, sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy in a warm, inclusive space tailored to your needs.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to explore their inner world with honesty and curiosity, even if they’re not quite sure where to begin. They may be navigating the aftermath of sexual trauma, working through childhood abuse, or trying to understand how past experiences are showing up in their current relationships and sense of self. They might be struggling with shame, anxiety, relationship concerns, or challenges around intimacy and identity.
I have completed trainings in EMDR, Gottman method couples therapy, and kink/BDSM positive approaches.
My approach to the therapeutic process is rooted in working collaboratively with clients, creating an environment that provides a sense of warmth & safety, and fostering a sense of curiosity that supports your therapeutic goals. I will always offer acceptance of your whole self, and seek to empower you in our work together.
I believe that therapy can be more dynamic and versatile than just talk therapy. I incorporate experiential and mind-body approaches such as nature-based expressive arts therapy, music, and somatic approaches if those are elements you are interested in exploring.
I have completed trainings in EMDR, Gottman method couples therapy, and kink/BDSM positive approaches.
My approach to the therapeutic process is rooted in working collaboratively with clients, creating an environment that provides a sense of warmth & safety, and fostering a sense of curiosity that supports your therapeutic goals. I will always offer acceptance of your whole self, and seek to empower you in our work together.
I believe that therapy can be more dynamic and versatile than just talk therapy. I incorporate experiential and mind-body approaches such as nature-based expressive arts therapy, music, and somatic approaches if those are elements you are interested in exploring.
I work with a wide range of experiences and identities, including LGBTQ+ individuals, those navigating religious trauma or faith transitions, people exploring ethical non-monogamy and polyamory, neurodivergent individuals, kink-allied and sex-positive clients, and those who struggle feeling safe in this political climate and society at large.
If you’ve ever left a therapy session feeling unheard, misunderstood, or like the therapist’s perspective simply didn’t align with your values, you’re not alone. Finding the right therapeutic fit matters—and if those experiences have made you hesitant to try again, I understand.
My approach to therapy lives a little outside the traditional mold. I’m passionate about creating a space where people who often feel like outsiders—whether you’re neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, exploring nontraditional relationships, questioning faith, or simply feel a bit different from the norm—can feel seen, respected, and understood.
I work with a wide range of experiences and identities, including LGBTQ+ individuals, those navigating religious trauma or faith transitions, people exploring ethical non-monogamy and polyamory, neurodivergent individuals, kink-allied and sex-positive clients, and those who struggle feeling safe in this political climate and society at large.
If you’ve ever left a therapy session feeling unheard, misunderstood, or like the therapist’s perspective simply didn’t align with your values, you’re not alone. Finding the right therapeutic fit matters—and if those experiences have made you hesitant to try again, I understand.
My approach to therapy lives a little outside the traditional mold. I’m passionate about creating a space where people who often feel like outsiders—whether you’re neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, exploring nontraditional relationships, questioning faith, or simply feel a bit different from the norm—can feel seen, respected, and understood.
I work with individuals and partners exploring LGBTQ+ identities, kink, polyamory, and consensual non-monogamy, as well as those navigating postpartum depression, perinatal loss, or the lasting impact of religious trauma.
I specialize in sex therapy, queer-affirming care, and trauma-informed therapy, with a focus on full-spectrum sexual and reproductive wellness. My work includes postpartum depression, perinatal bereavement, LGBTQ+ identities, kink/BDSM, and polyamory. I integrate parts work (IFS), mindful movement (TCTSY), somatic approaches, and telehealth throughout TN.
I work with individuals and partners exploring LGBTQ+ identities, kink, polyamory, and consensual non-monogamy, as well as those navigating postpartum depression, perinatal loss, or the lasting impact of religious trauma.
I specialize in sex therapy, queer-affirming care, and trauma-informed therapy, with a focus on full-spectrum sexual and reproductive wellness. My work includes postpartum depression, perinatal bereavement, LGBTQ+ identities, kink/BDSM, and polyamory. I integrate parts work (IFS), mindful movement (TCTSY), somatic approaches, and telehealth throughout TN.
As a sex-positive, kink-aware therapist with military and emergency services experience, I offer trauma-informed, strengths-based care tailored to you.
You might be an individual or part of a couple feeling stuck in repeating patterns around communication, intimacy, or trust—whether in a long-term monogamous relationship, opening up a relationship, or navigating ethical non-monogamy or polyamory. Maybe you’re also carrying trauma, anxiety, or burnout from demanding roles such as first responder or military service. You want a nonjudgmental space to untangle patterns, feel more secure in yourself, and build relationships that feel honest, connected, and sustainable.
As a sex-positive, kink-aware therapist with military and emergency services experience, I offer trauma-informed, strengths-based care tailored to you.
You might be an individual or part of a couple feeling stuck in repeating patterns around communication, intimacy, or trust—whether in a long-term monogamous relationship, opening up a relationship, or navigating ethical non-monogamy or polyamory. Maybe you’re also carrying trauma, anxiety, or burnout from demanding roles such as first responder or military service. You want a nonjudgmental space to untangle patterns, feel more secure in yourself, and build relationships that feel honest, connected, and sustainable.
We work to expand mental health service options in the Deep South for marginalized folks by cultivating spaces honoring personal truth & experiences. We provide equitable services tailored to unique needs & circumstances. Our values & ethics are rooted in feminist principles, sex & body positivity, & trauma-focus. We believe therapy is a mutual process where we all learn & grow together. Our clinicians are affirming of experiences & worldviews shaped by race, LGBTQ+ identity, & disability in society. We routinely treat depression & anxiety, grief, neurodivergence, chronic illness, relationships, family issues, & addiction.
We work to expand mental health service options in the Deep South for marginalized folks by cultivating spaces honoring personal truth & experiences. We provide equitable services tailored to unique needs & circumstances. Our values & ethics are rooted in feminist principles, sex & body positivity, & trauma-focus. We believe therapy is a mutual process where we all learn & grow together. Our clinicians are affirming of experiences & worldviews shaped by race, LGBTQ+ identity, & disability in society. We routinely treat depression & anxiety, grief, neurodivergence, chronic illness, relationships, family issues, & addiction.
Anjana P Khosla
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
7 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
Waitlist for new clients
I believe every human being deserves to be seen and live in a way that brings about peace, self-love, and a positive self-image. This can be difficult when immersed in rigid cultural systems, exposed to trauma, and dealing with intense emotional pain. Extrinsic influences about gender, ethnicity, nationality, physical and mental capabilities, sexuality (and much more) can leave so many people questioning their own existence. In the face of this, daily living itself can feel like a challenge and leave a person feeling isolated and alone. My hope is to provide you with the support we all deserve in order to live as fully as possible.
I believe every human being deserves to be seen and live in a way that brings about peace, self-love, and a positive self-image. This can be difficult when immersed in rigid cultural systems, exposed to trauma, and dealing with intense emotional pain. Extrinsic influences about gender, ethnicity, nationality, physical and mental capabilities, sexuality (and much more) can leave so many people questioning their own existence. In the face of this, daily living itself can feel like a challenge and leave a person feeling isolated and alone. My hope is to provide you with the support we all deserve in order to live as fully as possible.
I mostly work with adults who feel overwhelmed, worried, stuck, or weighed down by the repeating patterns in their lives. They may be navigating anxiety, trauma, PTSD, OCD, chronic stress or illness, anger, or complex family or identity dynamics. They want to understand what is happening beneath the surface, gain insight, make sense of their experiences, and create meaningful, lasting change rather than manage symptoms alone.
I mostly work with adults who feel overwhelmed, worried, stuck, or weighed down by the repeating patterns in their lives. They may be navigating anxiety, trauma, PTSD, OCD, chronic stress or illness, anger, or complex family or identity dynamics. They want to understand what is happening beneath the surface, gain insight, make sense of their experiences, and create meaningful, lasting change rather than manage symptoms alone.
You may feel weighed down by family, cultural, or societal expectations, carrying questions, grief, or doubt that feels too heavy to face alone. Perhaps you’re untangling old beliefs or messages from your past — including spiritual or religious expectations — exploring your identity, navigating neurodiverse experiences, or moving through loss and life transitions. Some clients feel unseen or disconnected, while others long for clarity, understanding, and a sense of belonging. Together, we create a safe, affirming space to explore your story, heal old wounds, and build more meaningful connections with yourself and others.
You may feel weighed down by family, cultural, or societal expectations, carrying questions, grief, or doubt that feels too heavy to face alone. Perhaps you’re untangling old beliefs or messages from your past — including spiritual or religious expectations — exploring your identity, navigating neurodiverse experiences, or moving through loss and life transitions. Some clients feel unseen or disconnected, while others long for clarity, understanding, and a sense of belonging. Together, we create a safe, affirming space to explore your story, heal old wounds, and build more meaningful connections with yourself and others.
I believe that all of us can benefit from additional support in different seasons of our lives. It takes bravery to reach out and meet with someone, and I’m passionate about building a relationship with my clients where they are able to engage with their own resilience and innate ability to heal. Many of us develop patterns that help us move through and cope with what we have experienced, and often, we realize these strategies are no longer serving us, and are keeping us from experiencing the full life we desire. I walk alongside my clients in helping them become reconnected to their true selves, and reach their goals.
I believe that all of us can benefit from additional support in different seasons of our lives. It takes bravery to reach out and meet with someone, and I’m passionate about building a relationship with my clients where they are able to engage with their own resilience and innate ability to heal. Many of us develop patterns that help us move through and cope with what we have experienced, and often, we realize these strategies are no longer serving us, and are keeping us from experiencing the full life we desire. I walk alongside my clients in helping them become reconnected to their true selves, and reach their goals.
Many people spend years carrying things they've never said out loud. Some are navigating the end of a relationship or a version of their life they didn't expect to leave behind. Some are trying to understand why they keep ending up in the same patterns, or or what they want now that the life they imagined no longer fits. Others are working through a major transition - a loss, a new chapter, a shift in who they are. And some are sitting with questions about their bodies, their desire, or beliefs about themselves absorbed over a lifetime. Together, we can make sense of those experiences and build something more true in their place.
Many people spend years carrying things they've never said out loud. Some are navigating the end of a relationship or a version of their life they didn't expect to leave behind. Some are trying to understand why they keep ending up in the same patterns, or or what they want now that the life they imagined no longer fits. Others are working through a major transition - a loss, a new chapter, a shift in who they are. And some are sitting with questions about their bodies, their desire, or beliefs about themselves absorbed over a lifetime. Together, we can make sense of those experiences and build something more true in their place.
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Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists
Why might an individual want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
A sex-positive or kinky individual may want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist because the client may feel safer and more supported discussing their experiences and challenges. A therapist who identifies as kink-friendly will have experience with clients having diverse sexual preferences and will likely be nonjudgmental and supportive about issues brought to the table. It is important to note that sex-positive, kink-allied individuals may find equal success with therapists who do not have such specialized knowledge and background. The most important factor in the success of therapy is for the client and practitioner to form a strong, trusting bond.
Do therapists have special training to gain expertise in sex-positive, kink-allied treatment?
Generally, no. There are limited training programs and unofficial accreditations that therapists can pursue, but a therapist’s expertise will ultimately come from their previous experience with similar clients, their engagement with organizations that promote sex positivity or kink-allied lifestyles, and the importance they place on safety and cultural sensitivity.
How can individuals recognize a good sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
An experienced therapist is able to help clients explore their sexual identity and expression and relieve any discomfort or stigma attached to discussing such matters and the client’s overall challenges. A therapist who is sex-positive and kink-allied is able to create an environment that honors a client’s experience and sexual preferences. To recognize a good therapist, clients can simply ask directly about topics and issues important to them and gauge their comfort level and connection with a clinician based on the responses.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist with a focus on sex positivity and alternative sexual lifestyles?
Some individuals may feel most comfortable knowing that the clinician they’re working with has a commitment to creating an atmosphere of sex positivity and has experience with relationship diversity and alternative relationship structures. Working with a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist may help clients respect their own challenges and improve identity-affirming treatment.