Women's Issues Therapists in Knoxville, TN
It is my belief that every person has value and a desire to be seen, heard and understood. However, life happens and we often struggle at some point. I welcome those who are willing to look into their past and present to be able to help shape a future that feels authentic to them and their beliefs.
I am particularly attuned to those experiencing grief, loss and anxiety. Working with children and helping them navigate big emotions while learning confidence and compassion is also at the core of who I am.
It is my belief that every person has value and a desire to be seen, heard and understood. However, life happens and we often struggle at some point. I welcome those who are willing to look into their past and present to be able to help shape a future that feels authentic to them and their beliefs.
I am particularly attuned to those experiencing grief, loss and anxiety. Working with children and helping them navigate big emotions while learning confidence and compassion is also at the core of who I am.
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 help individuals navigate the lasting impact of trauma, with a special focus on healing from religious trauma and rebuilding healthy, fulfilling relationships. My approach is grounded in compassion, safety, and respect—offering clients a supportive space to process their experiences, regain their sense of self, and create meaningful connections. Together, we work toward healing old wounds, uncovering inner strength, and fostering growth so that clients can move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and peace.
This is a safe space, all are welcome.
I help individuals navigate the lasting impact of trauma, with a special focus on healing from religious trauma and rebuilding healthy, fulfilling relationships. My approach is grounded in compassion, safety, and respect—offering clients a supportive space to process their experiences, regain their sense of self, and create meaningful connections. Together, we work toward healing old wounds, uncovering inner strength, and fostering growth so that clients can move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and peace.
This is a safe space, all are welcome.
You appear high-functioning to the world, but internally you feel stuck. You may have experienced trauma, PTSD, or a cancer diagnosis that changed your sense of safety. The crisis is over, yet your body still reacts as if it isn’t.
What weighs on you most aren’t just the memories — it’s the beliefs that formed afterward:
• “I’m not safe.”
• “My body betrayed me.”
• “I’m broken.”
• “I should be over this.”
• “I can’t trust myself.”
You’re tired of managing symptoms and want to heal at the root. You want to feel grounded again, trust yourself, and move forward without being defined by what happened.
You appear high-functioning to the world, but internally you feel stuck. You may have experienced trauma, PTSD, or a cancer diagnosis that changed your sense of safety. The crisis is over, yet your body still reacts as if it isn’t.
What weighs on you most aren’t just the memories — it’s the beliefs that formed afterward:
• “I’m not safe.”
• “My body betrayed me.”
• “I’m broken.”
• “I should be over this.”
• “I can’t trust myself.”
You’re tired of managing symptoms and want to heal at the root. You want to feel grounded again, trust yourself, and move forward without being defined by what happened.
Hi, I'm Kate. I work with folks looking to heal and make meaning from hurts, hard life events, and traumas. I'm a good fit for those willing to be introspective and open to learning new skills and ways of viewing themselves/others. I see my job as making that process feel safe and attainable by providing a warm, supportive, and tailored counseling environment.
Hi, I'm Kate. I work with folks looking to heal and make meaning from hurts, hard life events, and traumas. I'm a good fit for those willing to be introspective and open to learning new skills and ways of viewing themselves/others. I see my job as making that process feel safe and attainable by providing a warm, supportive, and tailored counseling environment.
Welcome to Knoxville's Premier Center for Counseling & Psychological Services. We have multiple licensed Psychologists who are currently accepting new patients. We are trained as generalists and therefore are able to work with a wide range of presenting concerns including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, women's issues, identity concerns, perinatal issues, self-harm, OCD, performance issues and more. We provide individual, couples, and group therapy. Call today to schedule your first appointment!
Welcome to Knoxville's Premier Center for Counseling & Psychological Services. We have multiple licensed Psychologists who are currently accepting new patients. We are trained as generalists and therefore are able to work with a wide range of presenting concerns including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, women's issues, identity concerns, perinatal issues, self-harm, OCD, performance issues and more. We provide individual, couples, and group therapy. Call today to schedule your first appointment!
Taking the step toward further connection with yourself is SO brave! How exciting to be pursuing a deeper understanding of your internal world. I believe the pursuit of healing is a worthy adventure – one that comes when pain is met with courage, connection, and curiosity. If you've been overwhelmed, feeling disconnected, or stuck, you've found your place! I specialize in supporting those with trauma healing, nervous-system regulation, grief and loss, boundaries and compassion fatigue, and the mind-body connection in chronic illness.
Taking the step toward further connection with yourself is SO brave! How exciting to be pursuing a deeper understanding of your internal world. I believe the pursuit of healing is a worthy adventure – one that comes when pain is met with courage, connection, and curiosity. If you've been overwhelmed, feeling disconnected, or stuck, you've found your place! I specialize in supporting those with trauma healing, nervous-system regulation, grief and loss, boundaries and compassion fatigue, and the mind-body connection in chronic illness.
Caroline Burkholder
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, MHSP(T), RD, CEDS
2 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37920
The therapeutic relationship is unlike any other relationship. It is characterized by attuned and non-judgmental listening aimed at identifying and understanding repetitive patterns that contribute to relational and behavioral difficulties. If you find yourself continuously engaging in unhelpful behaviors and can't figure out why, therapy can be a profoundly useful resource to identify the aspects of your personality that may be perpetuating these cycles.
The therapeutic relationship is unlike any other relationship. It is characterized by attuned and non-judgmental listening aimed at identifying and understanding repetitive patterns that contribute to relational and behavioral difficulties. If you find yourself continuously engaging in unhelpful behaviors and can't figure out why, therapy can be a profoundly useful resource to identify the aspects of your personality that may be perpetuating these cycles.
Have you ever wondered if you will always feel this way? Maybe you feel alone or like no one understands who you are. Perhaps you struggle with relationships, jobs, family dynamics and anxiety about all of these struggles. You do not have to do this alone and unsupported. If you want someone to accompany you on your path to recognizing your strengths and using them, I would be honored to walk with you.
Have you ever wondered if you will always feel this way? Maybe you feel alone or like no one understands who you are. Perhaps you struggle with relationships, jobs, family dynamics and anxiety about all of these struggles. You do not have to do this alone and unsupported. If you want someone to accompany you on your path to recognizing your strengths and using them, I would be honored to walk with you.
Hey there! I’m Samara, and I’m so glad you made it here. Therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical or overwhelming. My goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are- anxious, hopeful, confused, grieving, growing, all of it is welcome.
Hey there! I’m Samara, and I’m so glad you made it here. Therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical or overwhelming. My goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are- anxious, hopeful, confused, grieving, growing, all of it is welcome.
I have recruited a team of Licensed Master Social Workers and one of UTK's top social work students to work under my supervision who specialize in treating addiction, women's issues, family conflict, teens, neurodiversity and mood disorders.
Running on empty? Overwhelmed and having problems regulating your emotions? Not sure what to do next? Let me help.
Do you feel: exhausted, frustrated, lost, disconnected, alone or like you're not enough? I've been where you are.
Struggling with identify, faith, relationships or trauma? I did that too.
I invite you to join me on the other side.
I've been through my own healing journey and would love to help you with yours. I am integrative and holistic, and welcome you to join the thousands of clients I've helped helped find new pathways where healing, authenticity and love abound.
I have recruited a team of Licensed Master Social Workers and one of UTK's top social work students to work under my supervision who specialize in treating addiction, women's issues, family conflict, teens, neurodiversity and mood disorders.
Running on empty? Overwhelmed and having problems regulating your emotions? Not sure what to do next? Let me help.
Do you feel: exhausted, frustrated, lost, disconnected, alone or like you're not enough? I've been where you are.
Struggling with identify, faith, relationships or trauma? I did that too.
I invite you to join me on the other side.
I've been through my own healing journey and would love to help you with yours. I am integrative and holistic, and welcome you to join the thousands of clients I've helped helped find new pathways where healing, authenticity and love abound.
Unable to accept new clients. Working with college students and young adults is a passion of mine. And yet the transitions of emerging adulthood also parallel experiences that can face any adult at any age. We can always explore what lessons we were taught and which beliefs we want to retain. It is never too late to disrupt a problematic pattern or shift our lives to be more in line with what we truly value. Sometimes the changes we need are basic, all we need are resources. Other times, it is truly a complicated mess. Regardless of where you are, I believe that everyone deserves access to a safe space to start meeting your needs.
Unable to accept new clients. Working with college students and young adults is a passion of mine. And yet the transitions of emerging adulthood also parallel experiences that can face any adult at any age. We can always explore what lessons we were taught and which beliefs we want to retain. It is never too late to disrupt a problematic pattern or shift our lives to be more in line with what we truly value. Sometimes the changes we need are basic, all we need are resources. Other times, it is truly a complicated mess. Regardless of where you are, I believe that everyone deserves access to a safe space to start meeting your needs.
P.J. Alexander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CT, CCTP, BCD
Knoxville, TN 37919
Waitlist for new clients
My practice is sensitive to women's issues seeking healing after loss of a beloved, trauma/attachment wounds, relationship/sexual trauma, childhood trauma, caregiving, transitional seasons of a woman's life, chronic or life shortening illness and empty nest, traumatic loss/grief especially after suicidal loss.
There are many lifetimes in a lifetime, each marked by seasons of change and the stories we carry. Life's transitions-grief, trauma, estrangement, empty nest or losses dating back to childhood -can challenge what once felt familiar and certain and leave us searching for meaning and stability. I provide a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where your story can be heard and honored. Together, we'll explore your experiences, foster self-acceptance, gain insight and move toward healing with hope, resiliency, and renewed purpose. I believe that every person's story matters and you don't have to navigate life's transitions alone.
My practice is sensitive to women's issues seeking healing after loss of a beloved, trauma/attachment wounds, relationship/sexual trauma, childhood trauma, caregiving, transitional seasons of a woman's life, chronic or life shortening illness and empty nest, traumatic loss/grief especially after suicidal loss.
There are many lifetimes in a lifetime, each marked by seasons of change and the stories we carry. Life's transitions-grief, trauma, estrangement, empty nest or losses dating back to childhood -can challenge what once felt familiar and certain and leave us searching for meaning and stability. I provide a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space where your story can be heard and honored. Together, we'll explore your experiences, foster self-acceptance, gain insight and move toward healing with hope, resiliency, and renewed purpose. I believe that every person's story matters and you don't have to navigate life's transitions alone.
Starting therapy can be a hard and scary thing to do. It takes courage to admit you’re struggling and to ask for help. My personal philosophy about therapy is that it's a collaborative process in which we work together to achieve your goals. In my experience, a strong and safe relationship is the foundation of good therapeutic work.
I have special interest and training in treating depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, postpartum issues, and interpersonal challenges.
Starting therapy can be a hard and scary thing to do. It takes courage to admit you’re struggling and to ask for help. My personal philosophy about therapy is that it's a collaborative process in which we work together to achieve your goals. In my experience, a strong and safe relationship is the foundation of good therapeutic work.
I have special interest and training in treating depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, postpartum issues, and interpersonal challenges.
Many people seeking therapy are simply sensitive souls in need of new or different ways of protecting themselves in a world which does not always honor the intuitive, sensitive, and creative self. I am passionate about helping individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and obsessional thinking that I believe often results from highly sensitive, creative individuals lacking an outlet for expressing and/or understanding themselves.
Many people seeking therapy are simply sensitive souls in need of new or different ways of protecting themselves in a world which does not always honor the intuitive, sensitive, and creative self. I am passionate about helping individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and obsessional thinking that I believe often results from highly sensitive, creative individuals lacking an outlet for expressing and/or understanding themselves.
I specialize in helping adolescents, young adults, and adults navigate OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, and the unique challenges faced by high-achieving individuals.
Accepting new clients. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and encouraged to grow or learn new things. With a balance of directness and empathy, I aim to bring in my own expertise, compassion, and a bit of humor to our sessions, ensuring you feel comfortable in our work together. During life transitions, challenging experiences, or periods of growth therapy can be a valuable space that encourages real, lasting change. My approach blends Interpersonal Process Therapy with helpful tools from CBT DBT and ERP. Above all, I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful progress.
I specialize in helping adolescents, young adults, and adults navigate OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, and the unique challenges faced by high-achieving individuals.
Accepting new clients. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and encouraged to grow or learn new things. With a balance of directness and empathy, I aim to bring in my own expertise, compassion, and a bit of humor to our sessions, ensuring you feel comfortable in our work together. During life transitions, challenging experiences, or periods of growth therapy can be a valuable space that encourages real, lasting change. My approach blends Interpersonal Process Therapy with helpful tools from CBT DBT and ERP. Above all, I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful progress.
Hi there! I'm Claire, a licensed professional counselor living and working in Knoxville, TN. I know the journey to finding a therapist can be daunting and think you should be proud of yourself for taking this step! I have been working as a therapist for five years, three of those working exclusively with sexual trauma survivors. Through this experience, I realized my passion is creating safe spaces for people to explore their experiences without fear of judgment. I would consider it a privilege to create a space like this for you.
Hi there! I'm Claire, a licensed professional counselor living and working in Knoxville, TN. I know the journey to finding a therapist can be daunting and think you should be proud of yourself for taking this step! I have been working as a therapist for five years, three of those working exclusively with sexual trauma survivors. Through this experience, I realized my passion is creating safe spaces for people to explore their experiences without fear of judgment. I would consider it a privilege to create a space like this for you.
Welcome! I am so happy you're here! Are you a young woman or college student feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, self-doubt, relationship stress, or the pressure to have everything figured out? Have you been replaying conversations, second guessing yourself, or having trouble setting boundaries? Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship/family challenges, or just feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns, you don't have to navigate it alone. My goal is to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where we can process what's been weighing on you to create space for healing and peace in your life.
Welcome! I am so happy you're here! Are you a young woman or college student feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, self-doubt, relationship stress, or the pressure to have everything figured out? Have you been replaying conversations, second guessing yourself, or having trouble setting boundaries? Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship/family challenges, or just feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns, you don't have to navigate it alone. My goal is to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where we can process what's been weighing on you to create space for healing and peace in your life.
I work with clients ages 16+, but specialize in working with young adults (20-40) with a clinical focus on PTSD/trauma, ADHD, women's issues, relationship/intimacy issues, self-esteem, OCD, grief, religious trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I approach therapy through a holistic lens that emphasizes self-discovery and growth while also recognizing the complexity and uniqueness of each individual. As such, I tailor my approach to each individual’s needs and bring my authentic self to create a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers clients to bring their most authentic selves too. By providing LGBTQ+ affirming services and striving to implement cultural competency, I hope to assist all individuals to cope and heal through the challenges of life and working towards wellness.
I work with clients ages 16+, but specialize in working with young adults (20-40) with a clinical focus on PTSD/trauma, ADHD, women's issues, relationship/intimacy issues, self-esteem, OCD, grief, religious trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I approach therapy through a holistic lens that emphasizes self-discovery and growth while also recognizing the complexity and uniqueness of each individual. As such, I tailor my approach to each individual’s needs and bring my authentic self to create a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers clients to bring their most authentic selves too. By providing LGBTQ+ affirming services and striving to implement cultural competency, I hope to assist all individuals to cope and heal through the challenges of life and working towards wellness.
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.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.