Therapists in Knoxville, TN
Lakshmi Rekha Van Camp: We are accepting new clients! At Hope Counseling, we understand how difficult it is to reach out for help. Our goal is to prove our commitment to you, in your journey to better mental health. We are dedicated and passionate about providing individualized treatment to our clients. Whether it is first onset psychosis or ongoing depression, marital problems or divorce recovery, anxiety or trauma we are here to serve you. We have enjoyed working with clients of different ages and background, that have reached their goals. We hope you will be our next successful client! HEALING happens here!
Lakshmi Rekha Van Camp: We are accepting new clients! At Hope Counseling, we understand how difficult it is to reach out for help. Our goal is to prove our commitment to you, in your journey to better mental health. We are dedicated and passionate about providing individualized treatment to our clients. Whether it is first onset psychosis or ongoing depression, marital problems or divorce recovery, anxiety or trauma we are here to serve you. We have enjoyed working with clients of different ages and background, that have reached their goals. We hope you will be our next successful client! HEALING happens here!
I have over 20 years of experience in the counseling area.
We all experience anxiety, depression, grief, and loneliness at times. And we all struggle with memories from childhood that greatly influence our thinking. These things make up many of the stories we use to control how we feel about the quality of our lives. Changing those stories can help you build the life you desire.
I have over 20 years of experience in the counseling area.
We all experience anxiety, depression, grief, and loneliness at times. And we all struggle with memories from childhood that greatly influence our thinking. These things make up many of the stories we use to control how we feel about the quality of our lives. Changing those stories can help you build the life you desire.
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.
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.
Life is a natural ebb and flow. However, when we get stuck in the ebb we can begin to develop patterns of being that do not serve our physical and emotional wellbeing; this can be a difficult place from which to emerge. The decision to seek guidance during these times is a bold act of self-compassion. We have incredible internal resources and an inherent capacity for healing. My role is to help guide clients back to connection with their authentic selves and others through the process of curious exploration, loving-kindness, and present moment awareness.
Life is a natural ebb and flow. However, when we get stuck in the ebb we can begin to develop patterns of being that do not serve our physical and emotional wellbeing; this can be a difficult place from which to emerge. The decision to seek guidance during these times is a bold act of self-compassion. We have incredible internal resources and an inherent capacity for healing. My role is to help guide clients back to connection with their authentic selves and others through the process of curious exploration, loving-kindness, and present moment awareness.
I have experience as a therapist in outpatient mental health clinics, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, cancer treatment facilities, substance abuse treatment centers and schools. With 10 years of serving both individuals and family systems, I have addressed a vast array of symptoms related to mental health concerns. I tend to focus on the whole body and its connections. I understand counseling as growth, much in the same way a tree grows. In counseling we honor our roots, noting where we came from while stretching our branches high and reaching for what we wish to become.
I have experience as a therapist in outpatient mental health clinics, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, cancer treatment facilities, substance abuse treatment centers and schools. With 10 years of serving both individuals and family systems, I have addressed a vast array of symptoms related to mental health concerns. I tend to focus on the whole body and its connections. I understand counseling as growth, much in the same way a tree grows. In counseling we honor our roots, noting where we came from while stretching our branches high and reaching for what we wish to become.
Accepting clients in Tennessee, Florida, Delaware, and Vermont. Struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or other daily life challenges? As a counselor, I can help you identify your goals, develop coping skills, and navigate difficult situations in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Using therapies such as EMDR, CBT, and motivational interviewing, we can work together to find the best combination of therapy to improve your overall quality of life. I am an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider and can help you learn skills and techniques to manage your symptoms.
Accepting clients in Tennessee, Florida, Delaware, and Vermont. Struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or other daily life challenges? As a counselor, I can help you identify your goals, develop coping skills, and navigate difficult situations in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Using therapies such as EMDR, CBT, and motivational interviewing, we can work together to find the best combination of therapy to improve your overall quality of life. I am an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider and can help you learn skills and techniques to manage your symptoms.
Matalyn Olvera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-S
2 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37909
Waitlist for new clients
Current Waitlist through January. I work with individuals who are on a journey toward self-compassion and living more fully as their authentic selves. Many individuals I work with have experienced early life trauma, religious trauma, or are looking to work through relationship attachments, social anxiety, sensory overwhelm, and interpersonal challenges.
We can work together to find ways to create greater balance in your life, and care for all parts of yourself. I offer sessions both in-person in Knoxville, TN or via telehealth throughout Ohio, Tennessee and Virginia between 8am-2pm EST on weekdays.
Current Waitlist through January. I work with individuals who are on a journey toward self-compassion and living more fully as their authentic selves. Many individuals I work with have experienced early life trauma, religious trauma, or are looking to work through relationship attachments, social anxiety, sensory overwhelm, and interpersonal challenges.
We can work together to find ways to create greater balance in your life, and care for all parts of yourself. I offer sessions both in-person in Knoxville, TN or via telehealth throughout Ohio, Tennessee and Virginia between 8am-2pm EST on weekdays.
Does the world just seem to be coming at you from all angles? Do you feel overwhelmed and exhausted? Worried all the time? Are your relationships suffering? These challenges can be overwhelming and lead to distress. The good news is that there is hope! At times we all need a listening ear and someone with an alternative perspective to help us navigate these challenging issues which create distress in our lives and relationships.
Does the world just seem to be coming at you from all angles? Do you feel overwhelmed and exhausted? Worried all the time? Are your relationships suffering? These challenges can be overwhelming and lead to distress. The good news is that there is hope! At times we all need a listening ear and someone with an alternative perspective to help us navigate these challenging issues which create distress in our lives and relationships.
Parents often reach out when they feel worried, overwhelmed, or unsure how to best support their child. Maybe your child is anxious, emotionally reactive, withdrawn, or struggling socially or at school. Maybe your teen feels misunderstood, shuts down, or is carrying more stress than they can explain. Many families come to therapy not because they’ve failed, but because they care deeply and want things to feel calmer, safer, and more connected. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and parents, helping families navigate anxiety, big emotions, family stress, and life transitions. I believe that behavior is communication
Parents often reach out when they feel worried, overwhelmed, or unsure how to best support their child. Maybe your child is anxious, emotionally reactive, withdrawn, or struggling socially or at school. Maybe your teen feels misunderstood, shuts down, or is carrying more stress than they can explain. Many families come to therapy not because they’ve failed, but because they care deeply and want things to feel calmer, safer, and more connected. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and parents, helping families navigate anxiety, big emotions, family stress, and life transitions. I believe that behavior is communication
Zachary Martin received his master’s degree from California State University Bakersfield. Zachary has experience in child welfare, healthcare, and university settings. He has worked with adolescents, adults, and geriatric. His primary population has been college age patients. Zachary seeks to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with clients. He believes that therapy should be an enjoyable experience that is full of interesting conversations, enlightenment, emotional growth and even humor. Zachary draws from cognitive behavioral, solution focused, narrative, psychodynamic, and mindfulness.
Zachary Martin received his master’s degree from California State University Bakersfield. Zachary has experience in child welfare, healthcare, and university settings. He has worked with adolescents, adults, and geriatric. His primary population has been college age patients. Zachary seeks to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with clients. He believes that therapy should be an enjoyable experience that is full of interesting conversations, enlightenment, emotional growth and even humor. Zachary draws from cognitive behavioral, solution focused, narrative, psychodynamic, and mindfulness.
Finding the right therapist for YOU and the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors associated with positive therapy results. I place primary importance on our relationship providing an atmosphere of safety, warmth and understanding. While I have a wealth of professional and personal knowledge and expertise in individual and family recovery from addictions/compulsive behaviors, family of origin issues and life patterns that prevent authentic living, I do not approach the relationship as an "expert" but rather as a supportive guide who joins you on the journey. I am passionate about all things relational.
Finding the right therapist for YOU and the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors associated with positive therapy results. I place primary importance on our relationship providing an atmosphere of safety, warmth and understanding. While I have a wealth of professional and personal knowledge and expertise in individual and family recovery from addictions/compulsive behaviors, family of origin issues and life patterns that prevent authentic living, I do not approach the relationship as an "expert" but rather as a supportive guide who joins you on the journey. I am passionate about all things relational.
Look successful but feel exhausted, anxious, and disconnected inside? As the "strong one," you carry it all while quietly asking, "Is this it?" You're tired of the pressure and feeling numb. You need a space to be vulnerable and understood. Your goal is simple: to find your way back to a life that feels present, meaningful, and genuinely yours, not just the one you were told to build.
Look successful but feel exhausted, anxious, and disconnected inside? As the "strong one," you carry it all while quietly asking, "Is this it?" You're tired of the pressure and feeling numb. You need a space to be vulnerable and understood. Your goal is simple: to find your way back to a life that feels present, meaningful, and genuinely yours, not just the one you were told to build.
We specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD and anxiety disorders. This approach focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD.
We specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD and anxiety disorders. This approach focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD.
I am a licensed psychologist, and I specialize in working with children with developmental disorders, including ADHD and autism spectrum disorder. I have a background in providing therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder, children experiencing anxiety, and children with difficulties in emotional regulation. I integrate principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy, social skills training, and education of executive functioning skills. I have experience in behavioral consultation to aid parents in discipline and can help address behavioral concerns using parent management training (PMT).
I am a licensed psychologist, and I specialize in working with children with developmental disorders, including ADHD and autism spectrum disorder. I have a background in providing therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder, children experiencing anxiety, and children with difficulties in emotional regulation. I integrate principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy, social skills training, and education of executive functioning skills. I have experience in behavioral consultation to aid parents in discipline and can help address behavioral concerns using parent management training (PMT).
Bethany Townsend
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37940
Not accepting new clients
I am not currently accepting new clients. I work to cultivate a space where people feel valued for the multifaceted identities they hold and where nonjudgmental curiosity welcomes difficult, messy questions that seem to arise simply from being alive. I especially enjoy working with folks who are seeking Intersectionality affirming, LGBTQIA+ affirming and Neurodivergent affirming care
I am not currently accepting new clients. I work to cultivate a space where people feel valued for the multifaceted identities they hold and where nonjudgmental curiosity welcomes difficult, messy questions that seem to arise simply from being alive. I especially enjoy working with folks who are seeking Intersectionality affirming, LGBTQIA+ affirming and Neurodivergent affirming care
I bring experience working with diverse populations across medical settings, homeless services, domestic violence programs, Child Welfare Services, and law enforcement. My work is also deeply informed by personal experience, including supporting family members with substance use and mental health challenges and serving as a kinship caregiver for my niece and my grandmother with dementia. These experiences shape my grounded, compassionate approach and my belief in meeting people where they are, with respect, empathy, and care.
I bring experience working with diverse populations across medical settings, homeless services, domestic violence programs, Child Welfare Services, and law enforcement. My work is also deeply informed by personal experience, including supporting family members with substance use and mental health challenges and serving as a kinship caregiver for my niece and my grandmother with dementia. These experiences shape my grounded, compassionate approach and my belief in meeting people where they are, with respect, empathy, and care.
I specialize in supporting children ages 3 to 18 as they navigate a variety of developmental and emotional challenges. I have expertise in working clients with ADHD, life adjustment/ trauma-related disorder, anger management issues/disruptive behavior disorders, anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and developmental delays. I am dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where each child can thrive and grow. Through tailored therapeutic approaches, I aim to empower children and their families to overcome obstacles and build resilience, fostering a positive path toward emotional and developmental well-being.
I specialize in supporting children ages 3 to 18 as they navigate a variety of developmental and emotional challenges. I have expertise in working clients with ADHD, life adjustment/ trauma-related disorder, anger management issues/disruptive behavior disorders, anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and developmental delays. I am dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where each child can thrive and grow. Through tailored therapeutic approaches, I aim to empower children and their families to overcome obstacles and build resilience, fostering a positive path toward emotional and developmental well-being.
Navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I specialize in working with individuals who are seeking personal growth, healing, and deeper self-awareness. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and the weight of past experiences that impact their present.
Navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I specialize in working with individuals who are seeking personal growth, healing, and deeper self-awareness. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and the weight of past experiences that impact their present.
If you're seeing this description I want to say that I am glad that you're interested in therapy. It can be difficult to look into your healing journey and address trauma. As a therapist, I focus on the journey of healing from childhood to adulthood. I come from a trauma-focused lens and foster an unconditional positive regard while also helping you increase self-awareness and self-reflection. Even if you feel doubtful about therapy, I am glad to consult with you to talk about goals for your life.
If you're seeing this description I want to say that I am glad that you're interested in therapy. It can be difficult to look into your healing journey and address trauma. As a therapist, I focus on the journey of healing from childhood to adulthood. I come from a trauma-focused lens and foster an unconditional positive regard while also helping you increase self-awareness and self-reflection. Even if you feel doubtful about therapy, I am glad to consult with you to talk about goals for your life.
Do you ever feel like you're drowning in emotions, barely able to catch your breath? Are you tired of not feeling heard or constantly struggling with thoughts like “I’m not good enough”? Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed by daily life, lacking motivation, or disconnected from support. You might be dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, grief, or the everyday struggles of parenting—even if you haven’t been officially diagnosed. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. These feelings are more common than ever—and they don’t make you weak or broken. Healing is possible and we want to help.
Do you ever feel like you're drowning in emotions, barely able to catch your breath? Are you tired of not feeling heard or constantly struggling with thoughts like “I’m not good enough”? Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed by daily life, lacking motivation, or disconnected from support. You might be dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, grief, or the everyday struggles of parenting—even if you haven’t been officially diagnosed. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. These feelings are more common than ever—and they don’t make you weak or broken. Healing is possible and we want to help.
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Number of Therapists in Knoxville, TN
1,000+
Average cost per session
$130
Therapists in Knoxville, TN who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 84% | Depression |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 69% | Relationship Issues |
| 67% | Self Esteem |
| 64% | Stress |
| 61% | Grief |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 82% | Aetna |
| 78% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 70% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Knoxville, TN see their clients
| 67% | In Person and Online | |
| 33% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 21% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |