Female Therapists in Knoxville, TN
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Amy L. Skinner
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, NCC, ACS, ACS-TN
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
A former professor who trained counselors, I have 28+ years experience with
women
& students, transition & disability issues, and resolving new & old trauma.
Offering Telehealth and in-office appointments. My helping philosophy is that everyone has within themselves the capacity for growth and healing, but they may need a skilled guide to access and improve those inner resources. I provide a safe place to help you navigate concerns from mental health and wellness management, to life challenges and life transitions. I've had success in anxiety and depression management; mental health/wellness management; issues specific to
women
in transition; disability adjustment; and high school and college student transition.
Mekenzie Russell
Pre-Licensed Professional, NCC, M Ed
Verified
Verified
As a therapist, I believe in meeting my clients exactly where they are in their healing journey. Ultimately, I enjoy working with individuals who are experiencing grief or other life transitions that are having trouble navigating new terrain. I also work with those who may be experiencing anxiety and depression and need assistance in creating coping skills. Additionally, I love to help men and
women
explore their own attachment style and work through early trauma.
Pamela Bevers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a licensed clinical social worker hoping to help provide a path for young and adult
women
to gain wholeness and Independence. Whether it be mental illness or drug addiction it is important to face reality, be motivated, and take ownership of your life..
Jennifer Smith McComas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you someone who is curious about your inner life? Has something difficult happened and you can’t seem to move on? Have you noticed frustrating patterns in relationships, self-esteem struggles, codependency, perfectionism, identity questions or spiritual concerns? In a world where we can feel caught between so many competing demands, it can be hard to identify our own voice. While I work with a variety of individuals, I specialize in young adults,
women
and LGBT people experiencing life transitions, anxiety, identity concerns, relationship challenges and those deconstructing/reconstructing religious faith.
Affinity Counseling - Stacy M Hernandez AAIT Cert.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, AAIT-
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Hello! Welcome to my page! I have been in the counseling field for 21 years and I am passionate about working with
female
adults and adolescents struggling with depression and anxiety. To achieve relieve from anxiety and depression, I utilize a therapeutic approach called Acceptance and Integration Therapy. Being a certified AAIT (Acceptance and Integration) therapist has allowed me to help clients heal, identify goals and quickly relieve psychological suffering.
Sarah McNamara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi I'm Sarah, therapist and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional. It is my privilege & passion to partner with
women
and families on their journey to and through pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, grief and loss and early parenting. I am certainly no stranger to the messiness of motherhood. At Ready Nest Counseling, I provide specialized services for
women
and families in this hard, beautiful season.
Cindy Fugatt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have special interest and expertise in working with
women
in all stages of life, ADHD in
women
, Anxiety/Depression, OCD, perimenopause and menopause issues, maternal health, peri and postpartum mental health, fetal loss, infertility struggles, eating disorders, disordered thinking around eating and body image.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy practicing from a Christian platform but also respect and honor other religions/spirituality/and beliefs. I received a Masters of Social Work from the University of Alabama and a Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Tennessee. Additionally, I have an emotional support dog in my office. My Chcoclate Lab, Jed :)
Knoxville, TN 37931
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Salimah Kemp
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a Black
woman
, I understand the challenges my community faces.
I have a passion for healing mental and emotional pain. I am new to formally helping others; however, helping others pursue better quality of life has always come naturally to me. You only get one life: and my goal is to help you forgive the past, connect to the present, and prepare for the future. Whether you are struggling to find your direction, struggling to assert yourself in your relationships, or looking for someone who can relate to your lived and painful experiences, we will approach these issues collaboratively!
Lesley Shiver
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified
Verified
I help
women
who are passionate about finding their most authentic selves, and possess a deep desire to live a life that's a true reflection of who they are and their values.
Women
are finding new ways of living everyday, but change is often scary, especially when we lack a working template of the ways we want to show up different. We want a life that leaves us feeling fulfilled, rather than empty. Inspired rather than soulless. To live a life driven by purpose and passion. Working together, we'll explore how to break free from learned toxic relationship patterns, unhealthy societal expectations, and outdated gender roles.
Melanie S Norton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Women
's issues, gay-lesbian, trans-gendered clients are welcome.
I began my career working in inpatient substance abuse facilities attached to hospitals. I am well-versed in groups for addiction and prefer individual counseling for issues in later recovery or dual diagnosis. I see adults and motivated adolescents in my practice. Both men and
women
are welcome as are couples and families. Other specialty areas are sexual abuse and mood disorders.
Amanda Whichard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I work with adults and adolescents, specializing with
women
in their 20's-40's.
You may find you're walking through a difficult season of life. But whether you feel sad, stuck, anxious, lost, afraid or just tired of trying to figure things out on your own; I really love the process of walking with people through difficult transitions or as they are stepping into new changes in their lives. I am passionate in working with those who suffer from anxiety, depression, are who are in the middle of life transitions (such as grief, loss of pet/dream/job, moving), and/or are working through their mental health wellbeing in the context of work and career.
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Samantha Dickens
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified
Verified
I have had the privilege of working with
women
and girls to build confidence, heal previous trauma, and mend relationships.
Life can often seem confusing and out of control. During those times, it can be difficult to maintain a daily routine and enjoy the little moments. It’s common to experience highs and lows that come along with stress but sometimes washing your hair can even feel like a mountain to climb. As a therapist, I would like to come alongside you and help in those times of difficulties.
Jennifer Hayes
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, RPT-S
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Right now I am focused on adult
women
with ADHD/PTSD and pre/teens with ADHD/ASD.
Telehealth services only: I work with clients that are motivated for change. I work with adults, teens, and kids. Relationships can be very stressful and overwhelming as today we do not have a village to help us and many people lack supports. My goal is to help you either as an individual or as a family move into a place of healing. Together we can explore unresolved trauma, communication patterns, conflict, emotions, all of it within the safety of a therapeutic relationship.
Taira Burns
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Hi! I am Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Tennessee. I specialize in working with people pleasing
women
who want to break the chains of self-doubt and overthinking. I focus on empowerment through goal-oriented therapy to help my clients better understand how their past has impacted them. I work with my clients to instill hope and empower them to take back control of their lives.
Lauren Wiest Barbian
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I help Christian
women
who feel like life just isn't working out. Maybe you give constantly to others, but your relationships are still not satisfying. You work really hard to make things ok, but hard things keep happening, you aren't sure who you are, and you can't shake a sense of general disappointment with God, other people, and life in general. I'll work with you to overcome those hard things and disappointments in a way that lets you move toward healthy and connected relationships with God and other people.
Jamie Codispoti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about working with
women
as they navigate dating, marriage, motherhood.
Sloane Therapy Group is a private practice focused on the human connection. We are here to connect, to listen, and to provide you with the tools that will allow you to become the best version of yourself. We are not about buttoning up shirt collars. Rather, we want to meet you right where you are. We feel strongly that therapy does not have to feel so clinical and formal. We are all humans and we all struggle. To us, it’s about being genuine, learning that being vulnerable can be safe, and figuring out how to get you where you want to be,
Wendy Pitts Reeves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Hello! I'm glad you're here. I think it was John Lennon who said, "Life is what happens while we're making other plans." As a
woman
leader at mid-life, you may be coping with transitions that are harder than expected. A challenging career. A big move. Getting used to an empty nest or helping aging parents. Even managing success can be pretty tough - right? Sometimes, it gets to the best of us. We find ourselves overwhelmed, burned out or just a little lost. But know this: you can get help. You will find your footing again. And this is a good place to start.
Not accepting new clients
Alison Johnston Mistak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with
women
confronting postpartum depression and anxiety and
women
struggling to find balance in their roles as mothers, wives, professionals, and individuals.
I am currently unable to take new clients. Seeing a counselor doesn't mean you are "crazy" or weak. We all have times in our lives when we feel stuck and need help in getting ourselves or our family out of the patterns that aren't working for us. I strive to provide a personal, comfortable experience for my clients where they can learn to utilize their own strengths to develop the life and relationships they want. I hope to help people gain a better understanding of how their thoughts and experiences are influencing their emotions and provide practical feedback to guide you towards the life you want.
Office is near:
Knoxville, TN 37923 Not accepting new clients
Megan MacNamara Monday
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
More smiling, less worrying. More Compassion, Less Judgment. That's what we all want- to feel understood. I help empower
women
to love themselves. My speciality is trauma recovery. My experience as an EMDR therapist & DBT psychologist helps you to deal with anxiety and depression. You may be a struggling mom, creative, business owner, empath, or trauma survivor that is ready to get past survive and start to thrive. My clients say they feel immediate relief, a deep connection, & I open up worlds they never thought was possible. New virtual and in person
women
's empowerment groups!
Teresa Johnson
Psychologist, PhD, CST, ABS, BCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Awaken, Embody, Integrate, and Transform . . . Where are you on your journey of authentic sexual expression? As a sex therapist and clinical sexologist, I offer guidance in moving through discomfort, anxiety, insecurity, and uncertainty so my clients are able to find clarity and confidence. I support clients in deepening the capacity for presence, emotional intimacy, and pleasure through mindfulness, self-compassion, and self-acceptance. I especially value helping
women
learn to cultivate sexual desire and couples to enhance their sexual experiences. I offer referrals for compulsive porn use, as this is beyond my scope of practice.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.