Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Knoxville, TN
I utilize a solution-focused and person-centered approach through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Life can feel like a struggle sometimes. We may have had negative experiences, and may find ourselves stuck in certain patterns or ways of reacting. As a therapist my goals are to explore and validate my clients’ experiences, help them better understand where our patterns come from and help to empower my clients to find new ways to move forward.
I utilize a solution-focused and person-centered approach through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Life can feel like a struggle sometimes. We may have had negative experiences, and may find ourselves stuck in certain patterns or ways of reacting. As a therapist my goals are to explore and validate my clients’ experiences, help them better understand where our patterns come from and help to empower my clients to find new ways to move forward.
I use techniques from evidence based approaches to counseling such as ACT, CBT, and others.
Hello! My name is Danielle Videla and I am a professional counselor who is passionate about helping couples, no matter what stage they are in, to grow closer in their relationship with each other. I also have extensive experience working with teens and adults for individual therapy on a variety of concerns including grief, trauma, depression and anxiety. I understand that life can be difficult. Counseling is a process where we work to develop a better understanding of those difficulties and craft a plan to navigate them together. Counseling, like life, is a journey, and I would love to support you on that journey.
I use techniques from evidence based approaches to counseling such as ACT, CBT, and others.
Hello! My name is Danielle Videla and I am a professional counselor who is passionate about helping couples, no matter what stage they are in, to grow closer in their relationship with each other. I also have extensive experience working with teens and adults for individual therapy on a variety of concerns including grief, trauma, depression and anxiety. I understand that life can be difficult. Counseling is a process where we work to develop a better understanding of those difficulties and craft a plan to navigate them together. Counseling, like life, is a journey, and I would love to support you on that journey.
My name is Sarah R. Hamblen. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been providing clinical services since 1999. I have worked with a variety of individuals of all ages, couples, and families on many different issues and concerns. The heart of my practice is finding the strengths within each individual and family. I strive to empower them to reach their goals both independently and as a family group. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to help individuals gain insight, understanding, and implement effective change.
My name is Sarah R. Hamblen. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been providing clinical services since 1999. I have worked with a variety of individuals of all ages, couples, and families on many different issues and concerns. The heart of my practice is finding the strengths within each individual and family. I strive to empower them to reach their goals both independently and as a family group. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to help individuals gain insight, understanding, and implement effective change.
Specialized therapy for anxiety, borderline personality disorder, and bipolar disorder.
You may look fine on the outside while feeling overwhelmed or unpredictable inside. Anxiety can feel constant, and emotions may shift quickly or feel hard to manage. I work with adults who want steadier moods and healthier relationships.
I am warm, straightforward, and engaged in sessions. We focus on understanding your patterns, building emotional stability, and feeling more grounded in daily life. I offer private pay therapy so care can be personalized, flexible, and focused on real change.
Specialized therapy for anxiety, borderline personality disorder, and bipolar disorder.
You may look fine on the outside while feeling overwhelmed or unpredictable inside. Anxiety can feel constant, and emotions may shift quickly or feel hard to manage. I work with adults who want steadier moods and healthier relationships.
I am warm, straightforward, and engaged in sessions. We focus on understanding your patterns, building emotional stability, and feeling more grounded in daily life. I offer private pay therapy so care can be personalized, flexible, and focused on real change.
Immediate Openings Available! Taking the first step to engage in therapy is a big step and I'm so happy you have considered me as a possible companion on this journey. Whether you are new to the process of therapy or coming back , it can be hard to find a therapist that is right for you. Most often, I work with young and emerging adults as they are moving away from home, launching into new careers, and starting their own families. This is an exciting and challenging time in life, which can bring about a host of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, identity formation concerns, trauma, shame, and much more.
Immediate Openings Available! Taking the first step to engage in therapy is a big step and I'm so happy you have considered me as a possible companion on this journey. Whether you are new to the process of therapy or coming back , it can be hard to find a therapist that is right for you. Most often, I work with young and emerging adults as they are moving away from home, launching into new careers, and starting their own families. This is an exciting and challenging time in life, which can bring about a host of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, identity formation concerns, trauma, shame, and much more.
Life comes with highs and lows—joy, pain, change, and uncertainty. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply seeking clarity, you're not alone. I support clients through trauma, emotional regulation, boundary-setting, and increased awareness of patterns that no longer serve them. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, helping you navigate challenges through your unique lens. Together, we’ll create space for healing, growth, and a life that aligns with who you truly are.
Life comes with highs and lows—joy, pain, change, and uncertainty. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply seeking clarity, you're not alone. I support clients through trauma, emotional regulation, boundary-setting, and increased awareness of patterns that no longer serve them. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, helping you navigate challenges through your unique lens. Together, we’ll create space for healing, growth, and a life that aligns with who you truly are.
Hannah Taylor helps adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors navigate emotional challenges, life transitions, and mental health concerns with compassion and clinical skill. She provides therapy to individuals and families across Tennessee through LifeStance Health, offering a supportive, structured space where patients can feel understood while working toward meaningful change. Her approach balances warmth with evidence-based care, helping clients build insight, resilience, and practical tools for everyday life.Hannah Taylor helps adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors navigate emotional challenges, life transitions, and mental heal
Hannah Taylor helps adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors navigate emotional challenges, life transitions, and mental health concerns with compassion and clinical skill. She provides therapy to individuals and families across Tennessee through LifeStance Health, offering a supportive, structured space where patients can feel understood while working toward meaningful change. Her approach balances warmth with evidence-based care, helping clients build insight, resilience, and practical tools for everyday life.Hannah Taylor helps adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors navigate emotional challenges, life transitions, and mental heal
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Sonder Behavioral Health. I provide support to individuals and families, focusing on the unique challenges faced by children, young adults, and those struggling with self-esteem issues. My areas of focus include helping clients prioritize tasks, manage ADHD, find a healthy work-life balance, overcome high-performance challenges, rebuild their lives after divorce, and explore LGBTQ+ matters. I strive to create a nurturing environment for those dealing with PTSD, OCD, anxiety, and confidence issues.
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Sonder Behavioral Health. I provide support to individuals and families, focusing on the unique challenges faced by children, young adults, and those struggling with self-esteem issues. My areas of focus include helping clients prioritize tasks, manage ADHD, find a healthy work-life balance, overcome high-performance challenges, rebuild their lives after divorce, and explore LGBTQ+ matters. I strive to create a nurturing environment for those dealing with PTSD, OCD, anxiety, and confidence issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the areas of depression, infertility, anxiety, relationship issues/boundaries, and grief. I am an advocate for those I work with, empowering them to find strength within themselves to become successful independently. However, I also enjoy problem solving and supporting self-determination. I am a realist, meaning that I do not expect that life will become easy or happiness will be immediately achieved, but I also feel few things are insurmountable. I work tirelessly to improve the lives of the individuals and couples who see me because this is my passion.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the areas of depression, infertility, anxiety, relationship issues/boundaries, and grief. I am an advocate for those I work with, empowering them to find strength within themselves to become successful independently. However, I also enjoy problem solving and supporting self-determination. I am a realist, meaning that I do not expect that life will become easy or happiness will be immediately achieved, but I also feel few things are insurmountable. I work tirelessly to improve the lives of the individuals and couples who see me because this is my passion.
Our clinicians use evidence-based and trauma-informed modalities like EMDR, DBT, CBT and more to help you find healing.
The Walk Counseling provides compassionate, professional therapy services for those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, disordered eating, and other mental health issues. Our therapists are dedicated to helping children, teens, adults, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with care and intention. Our goal is to support clients seeking healing, clarity, and growth, helping them strengthen their relationships and improve their emotional health.
Our clinicians use evidence-based and trauma-informed modalities like EMDR, DBT, CBT and more to help you find healing.
The Walk Counseling provides compassionate, professional therapy services for those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, disordered eating, and other mental health issues. Our therapists are dedicated to helping children, teens, adults, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with care and intention. Our goal is to support clients seeking healing, clarity, and growth, helping them strengthen their relationships and improve their emotional health.
My ideal client is one who is curious about his/her emotional life. My treatment philosophy is to engage a person in an exploration of their problems in ways that can lead to better relationships, feelings about themselves, and overall day-to-day functioning. My patients should find relief from their symptoms - whatever they may be - while making changes that will help them stay emotionally healthy and symptom-free in the long-term. It is my belief that therapy is a growth process that can only happen by collaboration and genuine trust between patient and therapist.
My ideal client is one who is curious about his/her emotional life. My treatment philosophy is to engage a person in an exploration of their problems in ways that can lead to better relationships, feelings about themselves, and overall day-to-day functioning. My patients should find relief from their symptoms - whatever they may be - while making changes that will help them stay emotionally healthy and symptom-free in the long-term. It is my belief that therapy is a growth process that can only happen by collaboration and genuine trust between patient and therapist.
I use a variety of therapeutic modalities and treatments, such as CBT, REBT, ACT, Narrative, and Motivational Interviewing.
I enjoy working with folks who are navigating neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, & OCD) anxiety, depression, family enmeshment, complex relational trauma, entrepreneurial stress, religious trauma, and compulsive or addictive sexual behavior (including porn addiction). I see adults and adolescents aged 12 and up. My own mental health journey eventually led me to a desire to aid others, obtaining a Master of Arts in Counseling with a focus in Clinical Mental Health. I fully believe in meeting you wherever you are, without judgment, and I strive to create a therapeutic space that is both welcoming and safe.
I use a variety of therapeutic modalities and treatments, such as CBT, REBT, ACT, Narrative, and Motivational Interviewing.
I enjoy working with folks who are navigating neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, & OCD) anxiety, depression, family enmeshment, complex relational trauma, entrepreneurial stress, religious trauma, and compulsive or addictive sexual behavior (including porn addiction). I see adults and adolescents aged 12 and up. My own mental health journey eventually led me to a desire to aid others, obtaining a Master of Arts in Counseling with a focus in Clinical Mental Health. I fully believe in meeting you wherever you are, without judgment, and I strive to create a therapeutic space that is both welcoming and safe.
Together, we'll use CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness to help you feel heard and move forward.
Hi, I’m Jessica, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of experience helping teens and adults navigate anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Much of my career has been spent working with adolescents and young adults in school-based, community mental health, and outpatient settings. I’m trauma-informed and EMDR basic trained, creating a space where you can feel safe, seen, and supported. Together, we’ll build practical tools, process difficult experiences, and help you move toward healing and lasting change.
Together, we'll use CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness to help you feel heard and move forward.
Hi, I’m Jessica, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of experience helping teens and adults navigate anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Much of my career has been spent working with adolescents and young adults in school-based, community mental health, and outpatient settings. I’m trauma-informed and EMDR basic trained, creating a space where you can feel safe, seen, and supported. Together, we’ll build practical tools, process difficult experiences, and help you move toward healing and lasting change.
As a therapist, I believe that everyone has a right to the type of care that is best suited for them. Once we decide to work together, we will determine what the best therapeutic approach is for you. Together, we can find the balance between acceptance and change. Therapy enables you to "build a life worth living." DBT skills-based training is my favorite approach as it includes the four main skill modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance (coping when things are really going terrible), emotion regulation (identifying and expressing emotions), and interpersonal effectiveness (relationship skills).
As a therapist, I believe that everyone has a right to the type of care that is best suited for them. Once we decide to work together, we will determine what the best therapeutic approach is for you. Together, we can find the balance between acceptance and change. Therapy enables you to "build a life worth living." DBT skills-based training is my favorite approach as it includes the four main skill modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance (coping when things are really going terrible), emotion regulation (identifying and expressing emotions), and interpersonal effectiveness (relationship skills).
Laura Catherine Eddlemon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
9 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37919
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with OCD and trauma and am trained in EMDR, EXRP, and I- CBT.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the field I strive to provide informed and evidence based treatment to clients of diverse backgrounds in a safe, supportive, and accepting environment. Therapy is a unique experience in which we can create the space that we don't often make for ourselves otherwise to stay with and explore our thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I recognize that seeking support can be difficult and I truly value the positive feedback my clients have provided regarding their feelings of comfort and safety in their work with me.
I specialize in working with OCD and trauma and am trained in EMDR, EXRP, and I- CBT.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the field I strive to provide informed and evidence based treatment to clients of diverse backgrounds in a safe, supportive, and accepting environment. Therapy is a unique experience in which we can create the space that we don't often make for ourselves otherwise to stay with and explore our thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I recognize that seeking support can be difficult and I truly value the positive feedback my clients have provided regarding their feelings of comfort and safety in their work with me.
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.
My education, training, and experience working in bicultural, bilingual, and multiethnic contexts shaped my cultural sensitivity to address the complex issues that disrupt the harmony in individuals, families, and communities. Raised in a bicultural environment, I value the role of faith, culture, and spirituality in healing trauma, anxiety, and depression.
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.
My education, training, and experience working in bicultural, bilingual, and multiethnic contexts shaped my cultural sensitivity to address the complex issues that disrupt the harmony in individuals, families, and communities. Raised in a bicultural environment, I value the role of faith, culture, and spirituality in healing trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Childhood Trauma Recovery for Adults
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Knoxville, TN 37923
Waitlist for new clients
If you struggle with chronic self-doubt, anxiety, depression, shame, emotional numbness, or difficulty trusting your own thoughts, feelings, and memories, you may be experiencing the lasting effects of childhood trauma or narcissistic abuse. When emotions are dismissed, boundaries are ignored, or your reality is repeatedly questioned, it can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and uncertain of your worth. These experiences often show up as people-pleasing, fear of rejection, difficulty making decisions, and a constant need for validation.
If you struggle with chronic self-doubt, anxiety, depression, shame, emotional numbness, or difficulty trusting your own thoughts, feelings, and memories, you may be experiencing the lasting effects of childhood trauma or narcissistic abuse. When emotions are dismissed, boundaries are ignored, or your reality is repeatedly questioned, it can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and uncertain of your worth. These experiences often show up as people-pleasing, fear of rejection, difficulty making decisions, and a constant need for validation.
One of the most powerful parts of being human is our ability to heal and grow—especially after trauma. I help clients struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, chronic stress, complex PTSD, childhood trauma, and attachment trauma create lasting meaningful change. Many clients are high-functioning but internally struggling with overthinking, people-pleasing, emotional burnout, or feeling stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns.Others are working through childhood emotional neglect,deeply rooted emotional patterns, or unresolved trauma that continues to impact their daily life. I provide trauma-informed therapy in Knoxville, TN.
One of the most powerful parts of being human is our ability to heal and grow—especially after trauma. I help clients struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, chronic stress, complex PTSD, childhood trauma, and attachment trauma create lasting meaningful change. Many clients are high-functioning but internally struggling with overthinking, people-pleasing, emotional burnout, or feeling stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns.Others are working through childhood emotional neglect,deeply rooted emotional patterns, or unresolved trauma that continues to impact their daily life. I provide trauma-informed therapy in Knoxville, TN.
I specialize in OCD and anxiety treatment, utilizing CBT, E+RP, and mindfulness.
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 specialize in OCD and anxiety treatment, utilizing CBT, E+RP, and mindfulness.
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.
If you want to feel more connected to others and more in control of your body. If you're looking for stress management skills, recovery from trauma or struggling with addiction, I see you and want to support you. Mental Health Matters.
If you want to feel more connected to others and more in control of your body. If you're looking for stress management skills, recovery from trauma or struggling with addiction, I see you and want to support you. Mental Health Matters.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.