Brainspotting Therapists in Knoxville, TN
I work with teens and adults using trauma-focused talk therapy and Brainspotting (BSP).
My client-centered approach blends experiential, trauma-informed, neurological perspectives with philosophical and contemplative traditions, honoring personal responsibility, compassionate awareness, and mindful presence.
Alongside traditional talk therapy, BSP and KAP provide deeper access to healing that words alone can’t reach.
I work with teens and adults using trauma-focused talk therapy and Brainspotting (BSP).
My client-centered approach blends experiential, trauma-informed, neurological perspectives with philosophical and contemplative traditions, honoring personal responsibility, compassionate awareness, and mindful presence.
Alongside traditional talk therapy, BSP and KAP provide deeper access to healing that words alone can’t reach.
With my expertise in trauma-focused therapy, somatic techniques, Brainspotting, and relational therapy, I create a safe space for you to process emotions, reconnect, and reclaim agency in your life.
You're navigating the pain of trauma, divorce, narcissistic abuse, or a major life transition—and it’s left you feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself and others. You long to feel calm, grounded, and fully yourself again. You want to show up in your life and relationships with clarity, confidence, and connection, but you don’t know how to begin. You're ready for healing that lasts—that helps you feel safe in your body, steady in your emotions, and free to move forward. Together, we’ll gently untangle the pain, restore trust in yourself, and build the life you were made for.
With my expertise in trauma-focused therapy, somatic techniques, Brainspotting, and relational therapy, I create a safe space for you to process emotions, reconnect, and reclaim agency in your life.
You're navigating the pain of trauma, divorce, narcissistic abuse, or a major life transition—and it’s left you feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself and others. You long to feel calm, grounded, and fully yourself again. You want to show up in your life and relationships with clarity, confidence, and connection, but you don’t know how to begin. You're ready for healing that lasts—that helps you feel safe in your body, steady in your emotions, and free to move forward. Together, we’ll gently untangle the pain, restore trust in yourself, and build the life you were made for.
I approach trauma and abuse by utilizing techniques from Narrative Therapy, Inner Child approach, and Brainspotting.
You may be afraid of reaching out and asking for help. Maybe you think your situation is hopeless. You could be worried about how you will be perceived if you come to counseling. Deciding to come to therapy is not always easy and it is not always comfortable, but I consider it an honor when my clients allow me to walk alongside them through difficult times and feelings. I seek to provide a judgment free, warm, open and honest office environment. I enjoy celebrating and focusing on small victories with my clients and believe that change is possible.
I approach trauma and abuse by utilizing techniques from Narrative Therapy, Inner Child approach, and Brainspotting.
You may be afraid of reaching out and asking for help. Maybe you think your situation is hopeless. You could be worried about how you will be perceived if you come to counseling. Deciding to come to therapy is not always easy and it is not always comfortable, but I consider it an honor when my clients allow me to walk alongside them through difficult times and feelings. I seek to provide a judgment free, warm, open and honest office environment. I enjoy celebrating and focusing on small victories with my clients and believe that change is possible.
She is trained in EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing and Brainspotting, which she uses to help clients process through trauma.
Jenni loves providing therapy and seeing clients feel accomplished as they work towards healing. She strives to create a safe place in her office where clients may feel comfortable and understood. Jenni considers her job a privilege and is humbled by those individuals who chose her as their therapist.
She is trained in EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing and Brainspotting, which she uses to help clients process through trauma.
Jenni loves providing therapy and seeing clients feel accomplished as they work towards healing. She strives to create a safe place in her office where clients may feel comfortable and understood. Jenni considers her job a privilege and is humbled by those individuals who chose her as their therapist.
My approach blends brain-based clinical expertise with compassion and understanding; always honoring your faith as a source of strength and wisdom. Together, we’ll move at your pace, respecting your unique story and beliefs as we work to help you find sustained and meaningful healing. For more information please call and/or leave a message.
My approach blends brain-based clinical expertise with compassion and understanding; always honoring your faith as a source of strength and wisdom. Together, we’ll move at your pace, respecting your unique story and beliefs as we work to help you find sustained and meaningful healing. For more information please call and/or leave a message.
I have over 20 years of experience specializing in the complex needs of both children and adults in a variety of settings. I have a passion for helping people learn to help themselves. My training and experience brings a level of confidence and skill that ensures clients will have a safe, secure, non judgmental and caring environment to create opportunities for growth and change. If it's time for you to consider professional support allow me to assist you on your journey and help you "Start Your Tomorrow Today"
I have over 20 years of experience specializing in the complex needs of both children and adults in a variety of settings. I have a passion for helping people learn to help themselves. My training and experience brings a level of confidence and skill that ensures clients will have a safe, secure, non judgmental and caring environment to create opportunities for growth and change. If it's time for you to consider professional support allow me to assist you on your journey and help you "Start Your Tomorrow Today"
I integrate Parts Work, ERP, Brainspotting, Mindfulness, and Equine Therapy to support healing in ways that go beyond just talking.
If you’ve ever thought, “Spending time with animals feels more comforting than spending time with people,” you’re in the right place. I combine equine-assisted therapy and traditional talk therapy, creating a unique and powerful path to healing. Specializing in anxiety, OCD, depression, grief, and trauma, I tailor sessions using trauma-informed care and mindfulness. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, helping you build confidence, emotional strength, and lasting change. Together, we’ll uncover strengths, develop coping skills, and work toward clarity, balance, and healing.
I integrate Parts Work, ERP, Brainspotting, Mindfulness, and Equine Therapy to support healing in ways that go beyond just talking.
If you’ve ever thought, “Spending time with animals feels more comforting than spending time with people,” you’re in the right place. I combine equine-assisted therapy and traditional talk therapy, creating a unique and powerful path to healing. Specializing in anxiety, OCD, depression, grief, and trauma, I tailor sessions using trauma-informed care and mindfulness. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, helping you build confidence, emotional strength, and lasting change. Together, we’ll uncover strengths, develop coping skills, and work toward clarity, balance, and healing.
I am trained in TF-CBT, DBT, and Brainspotting, and I'm informed in IFS.
Whether you are struggling with mental health issues, your identity, or just need someone to talk to, I believe help should be non-judgmental and accessible to everyone. I especially enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, high school and college students, people of all spiritual or religious beliefs (including people without religious beliefs), and self-identified “people-pleasers.”
I am trained in TF-CBT, DBT, and Brainspotting, and I'm informed in IFS.
Whether you are struggling with mental health issues, your identity, or just need someone to talk to, I believe help should be non-judgmental and accessible to everyone. I especially enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, high school and college students, people of all spiritual or religious beliefs (including people without religious beliefs), and self-identified “people-pleasers.”
My name is Carla Jackson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Tennessee and Virginia. I have been in practice for over 10 years working in various specialties including anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, eating disorders, compulsive/impulsive behavior, bi-polar disorder and schizophrenia. I am well-versed in many treatment modalities including CBT, DBT, CPT, Motivation/Mindfulness, and Trauma work. I believe in meeting any client where they are at and always moving forward.
My name is Carla Jackson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Tennessee and Virginia. I have been in practice for over 10 years working in various specialties including anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, eating disorders, compulsive/impulsive behavior, bi-polar disorder and schizophrenia. I am well-versed in many treatment modalities including CBT, DBT, CPT, Motivation/Mindfulness, and Trauma work. I believe in meeting any client where they are at and always moving forward.
I draw from several therapeutic techniques, most notably cognitive-behavioral, reality, and brainspotting.
Life is filled with ups and downs, which can be extremely difficult to navigate. I believe that my clients have the ability to persevere through even the toughest of obstacles, despite feeling like doing so is impossible. It is my hope that, through working collaboratively with one another, my clients are able to more effectively navigate the tough and seemingly unbearable parts of life.
I draw from several therapeutic techniques, most notably cognitive-behavioral, reality, and brainspotting.
Life is filled with ups and downs, which can be extremely difficult to navigate. I believe that my clients have the ability to persevere through even the toughest of obstacles, despite feeling like doing so is impossible. It is my hope that, through working collaboratively with one another, my clients are able to more effectively navigate the tough and seemingly unbearable parts of life.
I have worked hard to learn my craft. I continue to hone it every day in order to serve clients well according to the most effective ways of helping & the latest innovations in psychotherapy. I would love to help you begin a journey toward recovery, growth, and healing!
I have worked hard to learn my craft. I continue to hone it every day in order to serve clients well according to the most effective ways of helping & the latest innovations in psychotherapy. I would love to help you begin a journey toward recovery, growth, and healing!
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Brainspotting.
Hi, I’m Mattie Crockett, LPC-MHSP. As a trauma-informed mental health therapist, I am deeply committed to helping individuals navigate their healing journeys and reclaim their lives. I primarily work with adults with trauma-related issues, PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and anxiety disorders. My practice is rooted in the firm belief that the body holds onto trauma, and true, lasting healing only happens when we intentionally connect the mind and the body. To support this, I draw from evidence-based modalities tailored to each individual.
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Brainspotting.
Hi, I’m Mattie Crockett, LPC-MHSP. As a trauma-informed mental health therapist, I am deeply committed to helping individuals navigate their healing journeys and reclaim their lives. I primarily work with adults with trauma-related issues, PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and anxiety disorders. My practice is rooted in the firm belief that the body holds onto trauma, and true, lasting healing only happens when we intentionally connect the mind and the body. To support this, I draw from evidence-based modalities tailored to each individual.
My approach integrates talk therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Brainspotting, and trauma-focused techniques, all tailored to meet each client’s unique needs.
As a therapist, my passion is helping others heal from trauma, trials, and pain. Often, we carry our past experiences within our bodies without even realizing it. When we don’t fully process those hurts, we continue to carry them through life—sometimes feeling stuck, triggered, or weighed down. My goal is to walk alongside clients in processing and releasing those experiences so that past memories no longer hold power as triggers, but instead become just that—a memory.
I believe that healing is possible for everyone, and it is my calling to support others through that journey. I work with individuals of all ages and life stages.
My approach integrates talk therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Brainspotting, and trauma-focused techniques, all tailored to meet each client’s unique needs.
As a therapist, my passion is helping others heal from trauma, trials, and pain. Often, we carry our past experiences within our bodies without even realizing it. When we don’t fully process those hurts, we continue to carry them through life—sometimes feeling stuck, triggered, or weighed down. My goal is to walk alongside clients in processing and releasing those experiences so that past memories no longer hold power as triggers, but instead become just that—a memory.
I believe that healing is possible for everyone, and it is my calling to support others through that journey. I work with individuals of all ages and life stages.
Knoxville Counseling Services, PLLC is the premier private practice in Knoxville. We are a group of independent therapists dedicated to working with you and your family in order to improve your emotional health, your relationships, and your lives. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, or self-esteem? Are you adjusting to major transitions in your life (e.g., new baby, just moved to Knoxville, new job, trying to figure out what career you want, divorce)? Do you have a child or teenager who is struggling with behavioral or emotional issues? We have therapists to help you with all of these areas, and more.
Knoxville Counseling Services, PLLC is the premier private practice in Knoxville. We are a group of independent therapists dedicated to working with you and your family in order to improve your emotional health, your relationships, and your lives. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, or self-esteem? Are you adjusting to major transitions in your life (e.g., new baby, just moved to Knoxville, new job, trying to figure out what career you want, divorce)? Do you have a child or teenager who is struggling with behavioral or emotional issues? We have therapists to help you with all of these areas, and more.
It combines really well with other trauma therapies like Brainspotting, but what's most important is that everything we do is adapted to -you-.
If you're neurodivergent, don't feel well, or have complex trauma, you'll get practical support and deep processing (when and how it’s right for you) to get through the hard stuff so you can live a life that actually fits you. This work is done oh, so gently and reverently to the actual reality of your life, and not what you “should” be. Everything changes when you don't have to constantly second-guess yourself or figure out if you’re crazy for feeling how you do. From sensory issues to trauma and grief, to feeling angry and misunderstood, we get it on a personal level and have tried to set up a gentle environment to support you.
It combines really well with other trauma therapies like Brainspotting, but what's most important is that everything we do is adapted to -you-.
If you're neurodivergent, don't feel well, or have complex trauma, you'll get practical support and deep processing (when and how it’s right for you) to get through the hard stuff so you can live a life that actually fits you. This work is done oh, so gently and reverently to the actual reality of your life, and not what you “should” be. Everything changes when you don't have to constantly second-guess yourself or figure out if you’re crazy for feeling how you do. From sensory issues to trauma and grief, to feeling angry and misunderstood, we get it on a personal level and have tried to set up a gentle environment to support you.
Reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you’re navigating grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or life transitions, you deserve a space that feels safe, steady, and grounded. I work with individuals and couples, offering compassionate, evidence-based care with night and weekend availability to meet the needs of busy professionals, caregivers, and families. My approach is collaborative, respectful, and rooted in the belief that healing happens when people feel understood—not judged or rushed. I specialize in trauma-informed therapy and draw from research-supported modalities to tailor treatment to each client’s needs.
Reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you’re navigating grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or life transitions, you deserve a space that feels safe, steady, and grounded. I work with individuals and couples, offering compassionate, evidence-based care with night and weekend availability to meet the needs of busy professionals, caregivers, and families. My approach is collaborative, respectful, and rooted in the belief that healing happens when people feel understood—not judged or rushed. I specialize in trauma-informed therapy and draw from research-supported modalities to tailor treatment to each client’s needs.
My primary approach is Brainspotting & EMDR which works with the brain's natural ability to process and release trauma.
My ideal clients are professionals in demanding careers large and small business who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, grief, or loss while trying to maintain high performance. They come to me overwhelmed by triggers, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts that disrupt their sleep, cloud their thinking, and drain their energy. What they want is relief from the constant fight/flight response that's affecting their work, relationships, and quality of life. Their goal is to function optimally again—to think clearly, sleep peacefully, and feel confident in both personal and professional settings while building a more meaningful future.
My primary approach is Brainspotting & EMDR which works with the brain's natural ability to process and release trauma.
My ideal clients are professionals in demanding careers large and small business who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, grief, or loss while trying to maintain high performance. They come to me overwhelmed by triggers, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts that disrupt their sleep, cloud their thinking, and drain their energy. What they want is relief from the constant fight/flight response that's affecting their work, relationships, and quality of life. Their goal is to function optimally again—to think clearly, sleep peacefully, and feel confident in both personal and professional settings while building a more meaningful future.
Expression, in all of its forms, is empowerment. Being able to trust someone and feel safe with them is instrumental in amplifying expression. This is why it is important to find a therapist that is a good fit for you. Clients may carry experiences that they do not have the words for — and that’s okay. As an art therapist, I use the creative process to support clients in connecting with themselves and build self-confidence and compassion. I specialize in working with survivors of trauma and individuals who are facing challenges related to self-worth, depression, anxiety, family conflict, and interpersonal difficulties.
Expression, in all of its forms, is empowerment. Being able to trust someone and feel safe with them is instrumental in amplifying expression. This is why it is important to find a therapist that is a good fit for you. Clients may carry experiences that they do not have the words for — and that’s okay. As an art therapist, I use the creative process to support clients in connecting with themselves and build self-confidence and compassion. I specialize in working with survivors of trauma and individuals who are facing challenges related to self-worth, depression, anxiety, family conflict, and interpersonal difficulties.
In my private practice, I specialize in somatic-based therapy modalities with a focus on trauma-informed therapy ( Brainspotting, EMDR, ART trained).
I hold a belief that we are all doing the very best we can with the skills and the knowledge that we have. I also hold a belief that sometimes we need support to step into healthier skills and gain new knowledge to grow and to heal. Being human is messy, imperfection is our only option, and wow that can be hard to sit with sometimes. Whether you are searching for support because you are deep in struggle or you are searching for support because you are interested in growing as a human, I am here for it! If this is your first interaction with therapy OR you've tried therapy and want to give it another go, you are so welcome here!
In my private practice, I specialize in somatic-based therapy modalities with a focus on trauma-informed therapy ( Brainspotting, EMDR, ART trained).
I hold a belief that we are all doing the very best we can with the skills and the knowledge that we have. I also hold a belief that sometimes we need support to step into healthier skills and gain new knowledge to grow and to heal. Being human is messy, imperfection is our only option, and wow that can be hard to sit with sometimes. Whether you are searching for support because you are deep in struggle or you are searching for support because you are interested in growing as a human, I am here for it! If this is your first interaction with therapy OR you've tried therapy and want to give it another go, you are so welcome here!
I work with individuals and partnerships who are neurodivergent (ASD, ADHD) those in “alternative” relationship structures (LGBTQIA+, ENM, poly, open, swinging, kink), those who have experienced trauma, struggle with depression or anxiety, are hoping to do some self-exploration (sexual, gender, career, religious, etc.), or are looking for a change. Because every person is unique, your needs and desires will also be unique. I approach my work through a trauma-informed lens, using evidence-based practices that find a balance between thinking and feeling and emphasize the importance of connection, experience and safety.
I work with individuals and partnerships who are neurodivergent (ASD, ADHD) those in “alternative” relationship structures (LGBTQIA+, ENM, poly, open, swinging, kink), those who have experienced trauma, struggle with depression or anxiety, are hoping to do some self-exploration (sexual, gender, career, religious, etc.), or are looking for a change. Because every person is unique, your needs and desires will also be unique. I approach my work through a trauma-informed lens, using evidence-based practices that find a balance between thinking and feeling and emphasize the importance of connection, experience and safety.
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Brainspotting Therapists
How does brainspotting work?
Brainspotting works by using eye positioning to identify and process traumatic memories so that a client is better able to move forward and live with less fear. The theory behind brainspotting is that by identifying where a person looks when thinking of traumatic memories, a therapist will be able to guide them to focus on that spot and work with the client to get them out of the “fight, flight, freeze” response associated with the traumatic memory.
Is brainspotting an evidence-based therapy?
Brainspotting is a theory-based alternative therapy. It is one of the newest forms of treatment, so very little research has been completed that examines the mechanism by which it works. The theory behind brainspotting is that eye position can be linked to areas of the brain that store and process memory.
How effective is brainspotting?
Because it is such a new treatment, the effectiveness of brainspotting cannot be quantified. Some people have found it to be effective on its own, or in conjunction with other types of therapy. It is considered an alternative therapy, and it is popular with people for whom more traditional therapies have proven ineffective.
How long does brainspotting take to work?
A typical brainspotting session will last between 60 to 90 minutes. There is no required number of sessions needed to complete brainspotting therapy, but in many cases it is delivered over the course of about six sessions. Clients are encouraged to rate their level of distress prior to a session and again following a session, and to track progress.