Asian Therapists in Knoxville, TN
We are accepting new clients:
Rekha Van Camp: At Hope Counseling, we understand how difficult it is to reach out for help. Our goal is to prove our commitment to you, in your journey to better mental health. We are dedicated and passionate about providing individualized treatment to our clients. Whether it is first onset psychosis or ongoing depression, marital problems or divorce recovery, anxiety or trauma we are here to serve you. We have enjoyed working with clients of different ages and background, that have reached their goals. We hope you will be our next successful client! HEALING happens here!
We are accepting new clients:
Rekha Van Camp: At Hope Counseling, we understand how difficult it is to reach out for help. Our goal is to prove our commitment to you, in your journey to better mental health. We are dedicated and passionate about providing individualized treatment to our clients. Whether it is first onset psychosis or ongoing depression, marital problems or divorce recovery, anxiety or trauma we are here to serve you. We have enjoyed working with clients of different ages and background, that have reached their goals. We hope you will be our next successful client! HEALING happens here!
A little bit about myself, I am a Vietnamese-American who brings my lived experiences and expertise into my practice.
Furthermore, we encounter so many different relationships in our lives and as society is shifting and changing, there are new dynamics to navigate. I believe the relationships in our lives are so important and having experienced cultural differences and finding my place in society, I would love to help navigate through your experiences!
A little bit about myself, I am a Vietnamese-American who brings my lived experiences and expertise into my practice.
Furthermore, we encounter so many different relationships in our lives and as society is shifting and changing, there are new dynamics to navigate. I believe the relationships in our lives are so important and having experienced cultural differences and finding my place in society, I would love to help navigate through your experiences!
Life can feel overwhelming when you are carrying the weight of past trauma, grief, or daily stresses that slowly leave you feeling overwhelmed. If you are longing to process difficult emotions, build healthier relationships, or reconnect with a deeper sense of yourself, know that you don't have to do it alone. I'm here to walk with you. Over 20 years of experience working with adults, both in person and through secure tele-health, I offer a compassionate, collaborative approach to therapy. My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered as we work together to identify what
matters most to you and create a path forward.
Life can feel overwhelming when you are carrying the weight of past trauma, grief, or daily stresses that slowly leave you feeling overwhelmed. If you are longing to process difficult emotions, build healthier relationships, or reconnect with a deeper sense of yourself, know that you don't have to do it alone. I'm here to walk with you. Over 20 years of experience working with adults, both in person and through secure tele-health, I offer a compassionate, collaborative approach to therapy. My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered as we work together to identify what
matters most to you and create a path forward.
I have experience working with both teenagers and adults, addressing a broad spectrum of concerns such as anxiety, life transitions, thought disorders, and trauma. Previous practice working in ABA. I have a particular interest in relationship therapy and enjoy helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of their connections and communication.
I am currently accepting new clients and I am available evenings and weekends.
I have experience working with both teenagers and adults, addressing a broad spectrum of concerns such as anxiety, life transitions, thought disorders, and trauma. Previous practice working in ABA. I have a particular interest in relationship therapy and enjoy helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of their connections and communication.
I am currently accepting new clients and I am available evenings and weekends.
You can START therapy THIS week! You don't have to get on anybody's waiting list.
My first priority is to relate to each person or couple as unique. Everyone has strengths that can be drawn on to help make therapy a positive, enriching, and productive experience. Let's work together so you can live your best life. No matter where you've been, what you've been through or how much money you have there's ALWAYS hope! Finances should NEVER stand between you & getting really good counseling or coaching. I am located near Fulton High School.
You can START therapy THIS week! You don't have to get on anybody's waiting list.
My first priority is to relate to each person or couple as unique. Everyone has strengths that can be drawn on to help make therapy a positive, enriching, and productive experience. Let's work together so you can live your best life. No matter where you've been, what you've been through or how much money you have there's ALWAYS hope! Finances should NEVER stand between you & getting really good counseling or coaching. I am located near Fulton High School.
Dr. McKelvey was born in South Korea and raised in California. She is a former professional ballet dancer who graduated from The Juilliard School in New York City. She is a licensed psychologist who received her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical and School Psychology from Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY. She completed her predoctoral training at Bellevue Hospital in New York City and her postdoctoral training at the CEDAR Clinic at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Harvard Medical School. She is a generalist treating a number of conditions, predominately in late adolescence and adulthood.
Dr. McKelvey was born in South Korea and raised in California. She is a former professional ballet dancer who graduated from The Juilliard School in New York City. She is a licensed psychologist who received her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical and School Psychology from Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY. She completed her predoctoral training at Bellevue Hospital in New York City and her postdoctoral training at the CEDAR Clinic at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Harvard Medical School. She is a generalist treating a number of conditions, predominately in late adolescence and adulthood.
Are you struggling with trauma, addiction, anxiety, or a phobia? As a Health Psychologist, I will help you heal and thrive by relying on proven psychological therapies. I firmly believe in each individual's capacity to overcome obstacles, particularly when provided with the right support to achieve their goals. Fostering a supportive relationship, I am committed to assisting you in alleviating suffering, recovering from past traumas, fostering positive neurological changes, and enhancing overall well-being. Collaboratively, we will delve into the core of your concerns and work towards creating a more fulfilling life.
Are you struggling with trauma, addiction, anxiety, or a phobia? As a Health Psychologist, I will help you heal and thrive by relying on proven psychological therapies. I firmly believe in each individual's capacity to overcome obstacles, particularly when provided with the right support to achieve their goals. Fostering a supportive relationship, I am committed to assisting you in alleviating suffering, recovering from past traumas, fostering positive neurological changes, and enhancing overall well-being. Collaboratively, we will delve into the core of your concerns and work towards creating a more fulfilling life.
Clients that I have seen have struggled with issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, relationships, self-worth, self-discovery, life transitions, neurodivergence, self-harming and suicidal ideation, aging from as young as 6 to their 80's. They have searched for guidance and direction that are specific to their wants and needs in their life. Some have only had to receive brief therapy while others have had the need for longer durations of therapy.
Clients that I have seen have struggled with issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, relationships, self-worth, self-discovery, life transitions, neurodivergence, self-harming and suicidal ideation, aging from as young as 6 to their 80's. They have searched for guidance and direction that are specific to their wants and needs in their life. Some have only had to receive brief therapy while others have had the need for longer durations of therapy.
My goal in therapy is to help you turn your inner critic into a compassionate voice that can comfort you when you're down and give you the inspiration you need to reach your goals. We will work together to help you get to know yourself so that you will be able to care for yourself, identify your strengths, and give yourself the encouragement you need to succeed. I will also help you learn how to be more resilient in the face of obstacles so that you will be better able to find new solutions.
My goal in therapy is to help you turn your inner critic into a compassionate voice that can comfort you when you're down and give you the inspiration you need to reach your goals. We will work together to help you get to know yourself so that you will be able to care for yourself, identify your strengths, and give yourself the encouragement you need to succeed. I will also help you learn how to be more resilient in the face of obstacles so that you will be better able to find new solutions.
My ideal client is one who knows they need to make changes and are willing to do the work of therapy. My practice is specialized to help those with OCD, anxiety, and related disorders but I am also a gender therapist. My office is a safe space where you can be you.
My ideal client is one who knows they need to make changes and are willing to do the work of therapy. My practice is specialized to help those with OCD, anxiety, and related disorders but I am also a gender therapist. My office is a safe space where you can be you.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with young adults and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and challenges. I understand how overwhelming it can feel when patterns from the past continue to show up in the present, or when you feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with young adults and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and challenges. I understand how overwhelming it can feel when patterns from the past continue to show up in the present, or when you feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward.
Accepting New Clients! I’m a believer in meeting my clients where they are and empowering them through our work together. My theoretical orientation leans towards using aspects of Interpersonal Process Theory (IPT), emotion-focused therapy, feminist-multicultural therapy, DBT, and CBT to best suit the needs of my client. I strive to create a warm and welcoming therapy space for all.
Accepting New Clients! I’m a believer in meeting my clients where they are and empowering them through our work together. My theoretical orientation leans towards using aspects of Interpersonal Process Theory (IPT), emotion-focused therapy, feminist-multicultural therapy, DBT, and CBT to best suit the needs of my client. I strive to create a warm and welcoming therapy space for all.
I currently provide telehealth counseling for individuals, couples, and families with a variety of presenting problems to improve their interpersonal relationships. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Restoration Therapy to diagnose and treat generalize anxiety, clinical depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, family problems, relational problems, and other adjustment disorders. I hope to help you regain greater self-control, inner peace, and power over anxiety, depression, and trauma to increase your emotional intelligence and self-regulation skills to improve your quality of life and relationships.
I currently provide telehealth counseling for individuals, couples, and families with a variety of presenting problems to improve their interpersonal relationships. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Restoration Therapy to diagnose and treat generalize anxiety, clinical depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, family problems, relational problems, and other adjustment disorders. I hope to help you regain greater self-control, inner peace, and power over anxiety, depression, and trauma to increase your emotional intelligence and self-regulation skills to improve your quality of life and relationships.
Life is full of transitions and challenges, and at times, we all need a space where we can reflect, heal, and grow. My goal as a therapist is to provide that space-where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem struggles, or a desire for personal growth, I am here to help you navigate these challenges with compassion and understanding.
Life is full of transitions and challenges, and at times, we all need a space where we can reflect, heal, and grow. My goal as a therapist is to provide that space-where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem struggles, or a desire for personal growth, I am here to help you navigate these challenges with compassion and understanding.
Are you or your child needing guidance in expressing your FEELINGS and EMOTIONS appropriately? Does your child prefer an alternative approach utilizing ART and PLAY therapy? Do you or someone you know need help in making challenging decisions while being in alignment with your FAITH? Would you like to talk to someone who is CALM and NON-JUDGMENTAL? Have you or someone you know been dealing with issues of GRIEF and need someone to listen and help you navigate through the grief process?
Are you or your child needing guidance in expressing your FEELINGS and EMOTIONS appropriately? Does your child prefer an alternative approach utilizing ART and PLAY therapy? Do you or someone you know need help in making challenging decisions while being in alignment with your FAITH? Would you like to talk to someone who is CALM and NON-JUDGMENTAL? Have you or someone you know been dealing with issues of GRIEF and need someone to listen and help you navigate through the grief process?
Everyone has a story. I am a person-centered licensed professional counselor who believes in collaborative work with the client. I provide individual and couples therapy. I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) as well as emotionally focused therapy (EFT) to help my clients reach their personal goals. I also utilize existential counseling and multicultural counseling. In addition to seeing clients in-person in Knoxville, I am also available online to all adult residents of TN.
Everyone has a story. I am a person-centered licensed professional counselor who believes in collaborative work with the client. I provide individual and couples therapy. I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) as well as emotionally focused therapy (EFT) to help my clients reach their personal goals. I also utilize existential counseling and multicultural counseling. In addition to seeing clients in-person in Knoxville, I am also available online to all adult residents of TN.
I am glad you’re here and I look forward working with you. My experience extends to individuals, couples, teens and young adults with a wide array of presentations. Using an approach that is rooted in ethics and accountability my therapy focuses on skills that help finds ways to manage life, relationships, transitions or just being with yourself. I help facilitate growth through curiosity within and outside oneself. I am pulled towards cultures and stories and the meaning and relevance of these personal elements in the lives of those I work with.
I am glad you’re here and I look forward working with you. My experience extends to individuals, couples, teens and young adults with a wide array of presentations. Using an approach that is rooted in ethics and accountability my therapy focuses on skills that help finds ways to manage life, relationships, transitions or just being with yourself. I help facilitate growth through curiosity within and outside oneself. I am pulled towards cultures and stories and the meaning and relevance of these personal elements in the lives of those I work with.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but it’s a beautiful and courageous step towards self-growth. I specialize in trauma therapy and working with individuals who struggle with anxiety and depression. I work with people to find their own voice and to find the power within themselves.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but it’s a beautiful and courageous step towards self-growth. I specialize in trauma therapy and working with individuals who struggle with anxiety and depression. I work with people to find their own voice and to find the power within themselves.
Jibby L Redfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37922
Not accepting new clients
I can help those experiencing depression, anxiety, personal conflicts, OCD, phobias, etc. Change is real, I see it all the time! Clients have described me as non- judgemental, kind, and solution focused. You might even be surprised that therapy can actually be enjoyable. Together we can bring you to a better place! Take that first step and call me for a free 15 minute consultation. Accept Cigna, BCBS, Aetna, and UHC!
I can help those experiencing depression, anxiety, personal conflicts, OCD, phobias, etc. Change is real, I see it all the time! Clients have described me as non- judgemental, kind, and solution focused. You might even be surprised that therapy can actually be enjoyable. Together we can bring you to a better place! Take that first step and call me for a free 15 minute consultation. Accept Cigna, BCBS, Aetna, and UHC!
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I offer therapy in English and Japanese, bringing cultural sensitivity and understanding to our work.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low self-esteem, or relationship challenges? You deserve a safe, supportive space to gain insight into your patterns, increase self-awareness, and cultivate resilience.
I have joy and passion working with minority, biracial, and 1st and 2nd generation/immigrants navigating cultural identity, family dynamics, and life transitions. Many of my clients hold themselves to high standards, often carrying anxiety, perfectionism, guilt, or shame. In our work together, we gently explore these experiences to help you reconnect with your authentic self and build a more balanced, meaningful life.
I offer therapy in English and Japanese, bringing cultural sensitivity and understanding to our work.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low self-esteem, or relationship challenges? You deserve a safe, supportive space to gain insight into your patterns, increase self-awareness, and cultivate resilience.
I have joy and passion working with minority, biracial, and 1st and 2nd generation/immigrants navigating cultural identity, family dynamics, and life transitions. Many of my clients hold themselves to high standards, often carrying anxiety, perfectionism, guilt, or shame. In our work together, we gently explore these experiences to help you reconnect with your authentic self and build a more balanced, meaningful life.
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Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
A culturally sensitive therapist would be respectful and considerate of different groups, with regard to race, sexual orientation, gender, and other factors that are important to an individual. These considerations can help a client feel understood as well as validated. While some people think highlighting race could promote stereotypes and bias, more understanding and knowledge about cultural differences is a positive for a healthy therapeutic alliance.
How can I recognize an effective Asian therapist?
You can discern a lot by asking how familiar the potential therapist is with different cultures, as well as asking how they might address issues related to identity, values, and beliefs. Also inquire about their education, as well as any particular training they may have completed, such as cultural sensitivity or diversity and inclusion programs.
What if the therapist does not have my exact background?
The therapist may not share a client’s exact background, but the therapist may have plenty of hands-on experience as well as the sensitivity needed for therapeutic progress. Their sensitivity to different populations will help the client feel accepted and comfortable in sharing their concerns and difficulties.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience with Asian clients?
A therapist with an Asian background may have experience within their community, as well as broader cultural sensitivity. Ask the potential therapist whether they've worked with individuals who share your background. If they have not worked with similar clients, they may well know someone who has such experience.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Asian therapists?
The directory of Asian therapists includes professionals who have shared their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profiles, and they may not appear in search results for this reason; also, when the number of therapists identified as Asian is limited, the directory will also show therapists with comprehensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.