Codependency Therapists in Knoxville, TN
Kelsey Shropshire
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, MHSP
Knoxville, TN 37923
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Many of the people I work with are insightful, self-aware, and tired of repeating patterns that hurt them. The relationships they find themselves in feel confusing, intense, or exhausting. They feel themselves disappearing in relationships, side-stepping their own wants and needs. They may even pull away when things feel too close. They may know why they struggle, at least intellectually, but that hasn’t changed how it actually feels in their body or shows up in relationships. They feel debilitated by the impact these patterns are having on their overall well-being and ability to show up in their lives.
Many of the people I work with are insightful, self-aware, and tired of repeating patterns that hurt them. The relationships they find themselves in feel confusing, intense, or exhausting. They feel themselves disappearing in relationships, side-stepping their own wants and needs. They may even pull away when things feel too close. They may know why they struggle, at least intellectually, but that hasn’t changed how it actually feels in their body or shows up in relationships. They feel debilitated by the impact these patterns are having on their overall well-being and ability to show up in their lives.
I help Millennial and Gen Z women who struggle with saying no, asking for help, finding time for themselves, and feel guilty or selfish when they consider doing something for them. They often think ‘if I don’t do it, who will?’
My clients first come in feeling like you. Despite being intelligent, supportive, hardworking, and creative, they sometimes feel weighed down with responsibility. They find themselves overworked, tired, underappreciated, and frustrated. It's hard being everyone’s go to person while walking on eggshells to please them and avoid the discomfort of upsetting or disappointing others. Let's grow together!
I help Millennial and Gen Z women who struggle with saying no, asking for help, finding time for themselves, and feel guilty or selfish when they consider doing something for them. They often think ‘if I don’t do it, who will?’
My clients first come in feeling like you. Despite being intelligent, supportive, hardworking, and creative, they sometimes feel weighed down with responsibility. They find themselves overworked, tired, underappreciated, and frustrated. It's hard being everyone’s go to person while walking on eggshells to please them and avoid the discomfort of upsetting or disappointing others. Let's grow together!
The areas that I help my clients with are for those dealing with anxiety, depression, codependency, low emotional intelligence, addictions (especially sex/porn addiction), personality disorders and trauma.
I am here to help you! I think building trust is probably one of the most important things you need to establish when working with people, especially in therapy. I try to create a space of comfort to talk about uncomfortable things. It is important to know "the why" so I also try to teach and educate you about your issues and why they are happening.
The areas that I help my clients with are for those dealing with anxiety, depression, codependency, low emotional intelligence, addictions (especially sex/porn addiction), personality disorders and trauma.
I am here to help you! I think building trust is probably one of the most important things you need to establish when working with people, especially in therapy. I try to create a space of comfort to talk about uncomfortable things. It is important to know "the why" so I also try to teach and educate you about your issues and why they are happening.
Do you feel taken advantage of and like no matter what you do, you can't win? Are you a victim of emotional, verbal or physical abuse? Do you love someone who is caught up in the pain of addiction or mental illness? Have you tried everything you can think of but have no idea how to help or what else to do? Are you afraid your partner, spouse, adult child or other loved one will end up in jail, or worse? I get it. Maybe you're just mad. Maybe you're tired of having to handle everything yourself. I get that too.
Do you feel taken advantage of and like no matter what you do, you can't win? Are you a victim of emotional, verbal or physical abuse? Do you love someone who is caught up in the pain of addiction or mental illness? Have you tried everything you can think of but have no idea how to help or what else to do? Are you afraid your partner, spouse, adult child or other loved one will end up in jail, or worse? I get it. Maybe you're just mad. Maybe you're tired of having to handle everything yourself. I get that too.
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here! Life can feel overwhelming, whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or challenges in your relationships, career, or personal growth. If you’ve been feeling stuck, isolated, or weighed down by negative self-talk, I’m here to help you find a path forward.
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here! Life can feel overwhelming, whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or challenges in your relationships, career, or personal growth. If you’ve been feeling stuck, isolated, or weighed down by negative self-talk, I’m here to help you find a path forward.
Greetings! My name is Luke, and I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy with a person-centered approach, encompassing a focus on individuals struggling with addiction. Holding a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Memphis, I am dedicated to supporting clients on their journey toward self-discovery and healing. I strongly believe in understanding each client as a unique individual, which allows me to tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet their specific needs. I would be honored to hold space for your emotions and struggles, and know that reaching out for help is the biggest step of all.
Greetings! My name is Luke, and I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy with a person-centered approach, encompassing a focus on individuals struggling with addiction. Holding a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Memphis, I am dedicated to supporting clients on their journey toward self-discovery and healing. I strongly believe in understanding each client as a unique individual, which allows me to tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet their specific needs. I would be honored to hold space for your emotions and struggles, and know that reaching out for help is the biggest step of all.
My clients are healing from childhood trauma, codependency, narcissistic abuse, grief and other big life changing events.
My training in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Mindfulness and Shame Resilience combine to help me help you gain skills to be stable, independent and return to thriving. If you appreciate salty language and a little humor now and then, I'm your person. Do you need flexibility? I work remotely and part time and can accommodate difficult schedules.
My clients are healing from childhood trauma, codependency, narcissistic abuse, grief and other big life changing events.
My training in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Mindfulness and Shame Resilience combine to help me help you gain skills to be stable, independent and return to thriving. If you appreciate salty language and a little humor now and then, I'm your person. Do you need flexibility? I work remotely and part time and can accommodate difficult schedules.
Healing begins when we can understand ourselves and one another. I help individuals, couples, and families shine a compassionate light on their thoughts, feelings, and patterns of relating to find new possibilities beyond the habitual survival strategies that have helped you to defend against stress and trauma. Therapy can give you the tools and awareness to make the changes that you want to make while you learn to experience a greater sense of safety and resilience, recover from difficult experiences, find more acceptance, get your needs met with more clarity, balance connection with boundaries, and live life with greater meaning.
Healing begins when we can understand ourselves and one another. I help individuals, couples, and families shine a compassionate light on their thoughts, feelings, and patterns of relating to find new possibilities beyond the habitual survival strategies that have helped you to defend against stress and trauma. Therapy can give you the tools and awareness to make the changes that you want to make while you learn to experience a greater sense of safety and resilience, recover from difficult experiences, find more acceptance, get your needs met with more clarity, balance connection with boundaries, and live life with greater meaning.
First of all, I want to congratulate you on taking a very courageous step in seeking out therapy. This is no small feat.
I specialize in walking alongside women navigating trauma, anxiety, motherhood, and seasons of transition. Whether you're high-achieving and burnt out, adjusting to new motherhood, or carrying unspoken stories—you're not too much, and you don’t have to carry it alone.
First of all, I want to congratulate you on taking a very courageous step in seeking out therapy. This is no small feat.
I specialize in walking alongside women navigating trauma, anxiety, motherhood, and seasons of transition. Whether you're high-achieving and burnt out, adjusting to new motherhood, or carrying unspoken stories—you're not too much, and you don’t have to carry it alone.
At All Seasons Counseling, I offer a calm, comfortable, & safe space for every season of life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (supervisor) & Registered Play Therapist Supervisor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I work w/ children, teens, adults, couples & families, fostering vulnerability, authenticity, and compassion. I assist with concerns including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, divorce, academic and social development, relationship stressors, spirituality/faith, and behavioral challenges. I collaborate with schools, medical teams, and other providers to support whole-person care.
At All Seasons Counseling, I offer a calm, comfortable, & safe space for every season of life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (supervisor) & Registered Play Therapist Supervisor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I work w/ children, teens, adults, couples & families, fostering vulnerability, authenticity, and compassion. I assist with concerns including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, divorce, academic and social development, relationship stressors, spirituality/faith, and behavioral challenges. I collaborate with schools, medical teams, and other providers to support whole-person care.
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"
My approach to therapy puts you at the center of an evidence-based, empowering, and active approach to wellness.
My goals for us are to develop a shared understanding of what you wish to accomplish and collaboratively create a plan that will best leverage your strengths, preferences, and potential.
My approach to therapy puts you at the center of an evidence-based, empowering, and active approach to wellness.
My goals for us are to develop a shared understanding of what you wish to accomplish and collaboratively create a plan that will best leverage your strengths, preferences, and potential.
Ready for something to change? We can help. New Growth Counseling is north Knoxville's premier private counseling practice. We happily serve children, adolescents, adults, marriages/couples, and families.
Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or any other type of trouble, if you're looking for Growth - we're here for you. Our highly trained clinicians will take the time to get to know you. Then, we'll help you craft an individualized plan specific to where you are and where you want to go. Remember, no matter where you are, we are glad you're here.
Ready for something to change? We can help. New Growth Counseling is north Knoxville's premier private counseling practice. We happily serve children, adolescents, adults, marriages/couples, and families.
Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or any other type of trouble, if you're looking for Growth - we're here for you. Our highly trained clinicians will take the time to get to know you. Then, we'll help you craft an individualized plan specific to where you are and where you want to go. Remember, no matter where you are, we are glad you're here.
My name is Josh Cochran. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MHSP) based in Knoxville, Tennessee who has been providing individual therapy since 2012. With a foundation in humanistic and cognitive approaches, I seek to help clients with a variety of presenting mental health concerns and life challenges. Whether you are needing to better manage a mental health condition or are facing a major change, challenge, or transition in your life, I am prepared to work alongside you to help ensure you reach your full potential.
My name is Josh Cochran. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MHSP) based in Knoxville, Tennessee who has been providing individual therapy since 2012. With a foundation in humanistic and cognitive approaches, I seek to help clients with a variety of presenting mental health concerns and life challenges. Whether you are needing to better manage a mental health condition or are facing a major change, challenge, or transition in your life, I am prepared to work alongside you to help ensure you reach your full potential.
I UNDERSTAND! I understand trauma, addiction and I understand pain. I have been in recovery from substance abuse and everything that comes with it since January of 1991.I know what it means to journey from a place of brokenness to a place of wholeness. Addiction and other maladaptive behaviors are just SYMPTOMS of a deeper rooted problem. If you feel like you KNOW what to do but just cannot seem to make yourself do it chances are you have unprocessed trauma/pain. If you are in need of support for yourself, or a loved one I would love to help you navigate the road of this journey.
I UNDERSTAND! I understand trauma, addiction and I understand pain. I have been in recovery from substance abuse and everything that comes with it since January of 1991.I know what it means to journey from a place of brokenness to a place of wholeness. Addiction and other maladaptive behaviors are just SYMPTOMS of a deeper rooted problem. If you feel like you KNOW what to do but just cannot seem to make yourself do it chances are you have unprocessed trauma/pain. If you are in need of support for yourself, or a loved one I would love to help you navigate the road of this journey.
I provide therapy for children, adolescents, and couples, offering a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel understood and safe. I believe meaningful change happens when people feel heard, respected, and empowered.
In my work with children and teens, I focus on building trust and helping them express emotions, develop coping skills, and navigate challenges such as anxiety, stress, family changes, and identity development. With couples, I help partners improve communication, strengthen connection, and better understand patterns that impact their relationship. I work alongside clients to support growth and healing.
I provide therapy for children, adolescents, and couples, offering a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel understood and safe. I believe meaningful change happens when people feel heard, respected, and empowered.
In my work with children and teens, I focus on building trust and helping them express emotions, develop coping skills, and navigate challenges such as anxiety, stress, family changes, and identity development. With couples, I help partners improve communication, strengthen connection, and better understand patterns that impact their relationship. I work alongside clients to support growth and healing.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of trauma and trauma’s legacy in adolescents and adults. I take a warm, empathic, and collaborative approach to support you reaching your goals. While I integrate a range of therapeutic techniques tailored to meet each patient’s specific needs, I most often draw from training and experience in cognitive behavioral, somatic, mindfulness-based, internal family systems, and attachment-based modalities. I am dedicated to a practice that centers your lived experience and harnesses your innate resources for resilience, growth, and well-being. I am trained in a variety of
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of trauma and trauma’s legacy in adolescents and adults. I take a warm, empathic, and collaborative approach to support you reaching your goals. While I integrate a range of therapeutic techniques tailored to meet each patient’s specific needs, I most often draw from training and experience in cognitive behavioral, somatic, mindfulness-based, internal family systems, and attachment-based modalities. I am dedicated to a practice that centers your lived experience and harnesses your innate resources for resilience, growth, and well-being. I am trained in a variety of
Life can confront us with unbearable pain and overwhelming obstacles, leaving us feeling lost, discouraged, and questioning our worth. These experiences weigh us down, creating a pain that feels impossible to escape. In response, we summon strength and try to "brush it off" and "keep moving," often invalidating our emotions and experiences in the process. Over time, unprocessed pain seeps into our present, overshadowing joy and eroding our sense of self. The future feels unreachable, the past ever-present, and we lose connection to who we truly are. Even in the darkness, there is hope for healing.
Life can confront us with unbearable pain and overwhelming obstacles, leaving us feeling lost, discouraged, and questioning our worth. These experiences weigh us down, creating a pain that feels impossible to escape. In response, we summon strength and try to "brush it off" and "keep moving," often invalidating our emotions and experiences in the process. Over time, unprocessed pain seeps into our present, overshadowing joy and eroding our sense of self. The future feels unreachable, the past ever-present, and we lose connection to who we truly are. Even in the darkness, there is hope for healing.
I love to work with people from 20 to 90 whether you need someone to help you walk through a particularly rough patch or have had long term problems with abuse or trauma issues, substance use, depression, anxiety or self-harm. If you have childhood issues or problems in present day life I have an eclectic approach with a wealth of experience and expertise. If your goal is to identify what direction you want to go in and how to get where you want to be I am ready to take that journey with you.
I love to work with people from 20 to 90 whether you need someone to help you walk through a particularly rough patch or have had long term problems with abuse or trauma issues, substance use, depression, anxiety or self-harm. If you have childhood issues or problems in present day life I have an eclectic approach with a wealth of experience and expertise. If your goal is to identify what direction you want to go in and how to get where you want to be I am ready to take that journey with you.
I have been in professional psychological practice since 1979, been married many years, raised 2 children and shared in raising 3 step-children, so I have many years of clinical and personal experience on which to draw. However, I am always learning and growing, and enjoy sharing the journey of self-discovery with my clients/patients. I tailor my psychological treatment with individuals (adults, adolescents, and children), couples, and families to each person's unique situation. I utilize a variety of different treatment approaches, depending on the problems presented, ranging from cognitive-behavioral, insight, family systems, to supportive reality therapy.
I have been in professional psychological practice since 1979, been married many years, raised 2 children and shared in raising 3 step-children, so I have many years of clinical and personal experience on which to draw. However, I am always learning and growing, and enjoy sharing the journey of self-discovery with my clients/patients. I tailor my psychological treatment with individuals (adults, adolescents, and children), couples, and families to each person's unique situation. I utilize a variety of different treatment approaches, depending on the problems presented, ranging from cognitive-behavioral, insight, family systems, to supportive reality therapy.
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Codependency Therapists
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.
What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.
How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.
What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.