Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Johnson City, TN

Mr. Heflin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who has worked in the social work/ behavioral health field since 1993. He graduated from OLLU-San Antonio with a Master of Social Work degree. He primarily utilizes a cognitive-behavioral approach known as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, as well as Compassion-Focused Therapy which focuses on the development of psychological flexibility utilizing strategies including mindfulness, values clarification, and committed action. His approach can be effective in changing one's relationship with unpleasant internal experiences and promoting action in service of valued living.

Joelle Burkett, LSPE Joelle Burkett is a Licensed Senior Psychological Examiner in Tennessee who has been practicing since 1998. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Anthropology from the University of Tennessee and her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Austin Peay State University. Joelle received her license as a Psychological Examiner and her Senior Psychological Examiner license from the State of Tennessee. Joelle has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution focused Therapy and Trauma Focused Therapy.

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. " Mattie is trained in Brainspotting, a technique used for re-processing trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and many other challenges one might face throughout life.

I earned my PhD from the University of Tennessee, and am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have received specialized training in many areas, including evaluations, hypnosis, trauma recovery, depression, and anxiety, behavioral issues and family therapy. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families, and have specific training in the treatment of law enforcement officers and emergency responders. I do a great deal of work with families and children going through divorce. My therapeutic style is generally cognitive-behavioral, but varies from case to case depending on the needs of the client. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard and respected.

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I welcome people with a wide range of life issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and general stress, as well as children and adolescents with behavioral, emotional and attentional problems. My approach is tailored to your needs and goals, but usually includes a focus on understanding how you got where you are. This kind of insight can be vitally important in figuring out a practical way to get to a better place in life. When working with kids and teens, I always involve their parents to some extent, so they can better understand and help their children.

We believe healing and change is possible despite the challenges (or upbringings) we face. We invite you to be curious about all the possibilities that come along with recovery and restoration. Anytime we start something new, it can feel scary and overwhelming. Connection and co-regulation foster safety, awareness, and self-compassion. Our team specializes in addiction and recovery but can accomodate most referrals if it feels like a good fit. Each practitioner on our team is experienced in treating substance misuse, and each person also embodies unique training and life experience.