Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Johnson City, TN

All of us can identify times when we want more for ourselves but can't seem to make it happen. Things get in the way - busy schedules, stress, fatigue, fear, emotional blocks and old patterns. It's ok. It's not you. We are not meant to heal and grow on our own, and we never really reach the end. Second Nature Therapy offers a safe, supportive system of care for healing your wounds, growing your strengths, identifying your values and vision, and building habits that become "second nature" to nurturing your best life.

At Life Connections Counseling, our unique perspectives of multiple therapeutic techniques create an inviting environment to address some of the most delicate topics. We are a multi-specialty group of providers that specialize in all walks of life. From small children (2 years and older), adolescents, families, marriage, and the senior population. Each Counselor has extensive experience working with the challenges that each stage of life presents. Please take a look at “Services” for contact information regarding our Team and to learn more about their areas of expertise. We also offer Multiple Support Groups.

As a licensed psychologist, I provide psychotherapy and psychoeducational assessment services for adults in TN (and states with PsyPact legislation). I have 15+ years experience working with young adults navigating college life. Common areas of practice include anxiety and depression management, identity development concerns, minority stress, and grief/loss. I have specialized training and practice supporting survivors of trauma through recovery. I am committed to providing affirming therapy services to those of marginalized identities and communities, including persons of color and LGBTIAQ folks.

Compassion, trust and balance are at the heart of the work that I do. I approach challenges with curiosity and collaboration. I strive to provide a supportive and therapeutic environment where you can navigate your concerns and align yourself with your goals. Treatment is customized and unique, as each person who I work with is special and has distinct strengths, needs and preferences. I value diversity and foster inclusivity as an ally and as a partner on your individual path. I am direct and thoughtful, supportive and empathic.

I provide individual therapy, to adolescents and adults, as well as couples and family therapy. I believe that the focus of therapy is the achievement of insight and both intra- and inter-personal growth. This means different things to different people and families, so I actively involve you in the direction of your therapy and will check in often to make sure that your needs are being met. I trained as a generalist and pull from a variety of therapeutic approaches, including interpersonal process, insight-oriented, and cognitive -behavioral.

Sarah specializes in work with adolescents, emerging adults, and the adult population. Sarah is trained as a Brainspotting Practitioner. She sees her clients as the unique, multidimensional individuals that they are. Sarah assists clients who are experiencing a wide range of issues including: anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, grief and loss, and life transitions. She previously worked as a therapist in community mental health for over 10 years with children, youth, families, and caregivers.

At CSN Counseling, Your better tomorrows can start today. If you are struggling with feeling "sucked into stuckness", overwhelmed with the stress of balancing family and work, needing support while confirming your gender identity and sexuality, or attempting to work through the lingering effects of previous trauma and/or abuse, then I would be honored to sit with you and listen to your story. We can work together to help you gain perspective and insight, while helping you to move through traumas, transitions, and stressors into a healthier and more productive life.

Cathlyn C. Cannon has dedicated her life to helping people improve their quality of life and find hope in life’s challenges. Cathy takes her commitment as a therapist seriously, encouraging each person to work out the solutions that best fit the individual’s lifestyle. She works within a cognitive -behavioral framework to improve clients’ coping strategies and reduce or eliminate negative thoughts and habits.

Rachael finds herself using Solution Focused and Behavioral Therapy due to the rapid results and retention of new skills. She believes that Mental Health should be treated the same as one who goes to the Medical Doctor for an illness, we want results, and that is what she wants to give you. Of course, all treatments are not the same and some bumps in the road take longer to repair. Rachael is willing and able to adjust her Therapeutic skills to meet your needs and is willing to walk right beside you as you heal, no matter how long it takes.

I have a passion for helping individuals recover from difficult life struggles in order to overcome negative thought patterns and reach their full potential. My work is centered on you (individual, couple, or family unit) and all that matters in your world. I will assist in developing constructive coping skills and awareness of oneself with utilization of CBT -based therapy alongside existential practices which are uniquely tailored to you.

Do you ever feel like no one understands you? Do you often feel worried, stressed or alone? I would love try to validate your worth by setting goals with you that makes you feel that you matter. I believe in all forms of self-care and putting in the work to love yourself so you can hopefully have better quality of life. Life can be frustrating and full of obstacles so let's try to find a new path to create that gets you as close as possible to where you truly want to be. I am a firm believer that nature is inherently healing, and what a remarkable place to live in Tennessee to heal our brokenness.

I have 35 years experience in counseling adults, youth and children, single or married on a variety of issues. Sixteen years ago I started Mustard Seed Ministries to provide clinically sound and spiritually based therapeutic counseling for all in need, particularly those marginalized by poverty. My office provides a safe, comfortable and confidential place for people to understand the thinking and unrealistic expectations which may have led them into their painful situation. Ultimately, it is a place to find solutions, hope and healing.

The clients I work with range in age from 14 and up. They have many different stories but some things in common. They all want someone who will listen and understand them. Together we can get through anything.

Whether seeking therapy or Clinical Supervision the the learning/ change process doesn't have to be complicated/ unpleasant. "Not sure what to do"? "Need someone to talk to"? Who doesn't? An objective unbiased outside view on anything can be helpful for anyone/ any situation- am I right? Your comfort comes first! I have the skills, experience, and tools to help you with whatever you need or help you figure out what it is you even need. Feel free to reach out to me even to discuss what therapy is about and how it works if it is something you never tried or even thought you could. We're in this together if you'll have me along

In the last three years, Mattie has worked with individuals, couples, and families experiencing trauma, trauma-related challenges, anxiety, depression, self-esteem/identity, mood disorders, and OCD. She views the counseling process as an alliance between client and therapist and considers the clients as the experts of their lives. Mattie states, “within the structure of the therapeutic relationship clients can access their inner strengths and promote change.”

Hello! My name is Megan, and I work with children, young adults and their families at HopeNation, a new and innovative telemental provider in the state of Tennessee. I have been through training and working on becoming credentialed in parent child interaction therapy, which I've found to be just as successful online as in person. I am trauma-informed and use cognitive behavioral and solution focused techniques, all under a person centered approach. I believe clients are the experts in their own lives and I work with each person to create a personalized treatment plan to further their goals.