Attachment-based Therapists in La Vergne, TN
If you’re struggling with trauma, anxiety, or addiction and feel stuck repeating the same patterns, you’re not alone and healing IS possible. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected after years of carrying unresolved trauma. Together, we work to release the weight of the past, build emotional resilience, and develop new ways of coping. My style is compassionate and collaborative. I understand that trauma can show up in many ways—through anxiety, relationship struggles, substance use, or feeling “numb.”
If you’re struggling with trauma, anxiety, or addiction and feel stuck repeating the same patterns, you’re not alone and healing IS possible. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected after years of carrying unresolved trauma. Together, we work to release the weight of the past, build emotional resilience, and develop new ways of coping. My style is compassionate and collaborative. I understand that trauma can show up in many ways—through anxiety, relationship struggles, substance use, or feeling “numb.”
Together we will find the right path, and right set of practical tools, to help you overcome obstacles and become your best self. After nearly 25 years working in mental health, I am skilled in the latest, evidence-based therapies available (e.g., Relational Mindfulness and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy). But no single approach works for all people at all times and, remaining flexible, we will create a safe therapeutic environment with the best combination of techniques that works for you. So many different psychotherapies exist today because there is no one approach that works at all times.
Together we will find the right path, and right set of practical tools, to help you overcome obstacles and become your best self. After nearly 25 years working in mental health, I am skilled in the latest, evidence-based therapies available (e.g., Relational Mindfulness and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy). But no single approach works for all people at all times and, remaining flexible, we will create a safe therapeutic environment with the best combination of techniques that works for you. So many different psychotherapies exist today because there is no one approach that works at all times.
I believe we are created for relationships, which is why having healthy relational dynamics among family, friends, coworkers, or other individuals is crucial to our well being. There are many obstacles we face in our daily lives. Some situations we can easily navigate, while others can be more challenging and cause us to question ourselves and our ability to persevere and overcome. Life is hard and we are not meant to do it alone. It is important to know that you are not alone in your situation and that there IS help and support for you.
I believe we are created for relationships, which is why having healthy relational dynamics among family, friends, coworkers, or other individuals is crucial to our well being. There are many obstacles we face in our daily lives. Some situations we can easily navigate, while others can be more challenging and cause us to question ourselves and our ability to persevere and overcome. Life is hard and we are not meant to do it alone. It is important to know that you are not alone in your situation and that there IS help and support for you.
I believe that therapy is a basic human right and should be accessible to everyone. I desire to support people in understanding familial, environmental, and systemic influences that can impact the lens through which they see themselves. I’m grounded in a person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach, creating spaces in which clients feel safe and comfortable to show up as they are.
I believe that therapy is a basic human right and should be accessible to everyone. I desire to support people in understanding familial, environmental, and systemic influences that can impact the lens through which they see themselves. I’m grounded in a person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach, creating spaces in which clients feel safe and comfortable to show up as they are.
I integrate attachment-based interventions to address the ways early relationships influence current patterns.
For over 20 years I have had the pleasure of working with people from all walks of life in their journey of healing emotional pain. I value and respect the complexities that come with being human, recognizing that each person brings their own unique experiences and challenges. My approach centers on building trusting and compassionate relationships, which I believe are essential for healing. Through these supportive connections, many individuals and couples have found recovery and growth, whether they are healing from childhood sexual abuse, rebuilding their lives after a divorce, or recovering from the pain of an affair.
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I integrate attachment-based interventions to address the ways early relationships influence current patterns.
For over 20 years I have had the pleasure of working with people from all walks of life in their journey of healing emotional pain. I value and respect the complexities that come with being human, recognizing that each person brings their own unique experiences and challenges. My approach centers on building trusting and compassionate relationships, which I believe are essential for healing. Through these supportive connections, many individuals and couples have found recovery and growth, whether they are healing from childhood sexual abuse, rebuilding their lives after a divorce, or recovering from the pain of an affair.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? You're not alone. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a 25 years of experience, I'm here to guide you toward healing and growth. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health. We'll explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors together. Whether you're dealing with relationship challenges, trauma, or life transitions, I'll work together with you to tailor evidence-based techniques to your unique needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? You're not alone. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a 25 years of experience, I'm here to guide you toward healing and growth. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health. We'll explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors together. Whether you're dealing with relationship challenges, trauma, or life transitions, I'll work together with you to tailor evidence-based techniques to your unique needs.
Starting therapy is a big deal. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I’m here to make sure that it is meaningful to you. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin. I’m here to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can be yourself.
Starting therapy is a big deal. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I’m here to make sure that it is meaningful to you. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin. I’m here to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can be yourself.
I am a queer therapist committed to providing a safe, affirming, and judgment-free space for individuals and couples of all backgrounds. I work with clients ages 5 through adulthood, with a focus on ADHD, Autism, behavioral challenges, trauma, and life skills. I offer couples therapy for all relationship types and strive to create an inclusive space for LGBTQ+ and same-sex couples.
I am a queer therapist committed to providing a safe, affirming, and judgment-free space for individuals and couples of all backgrounds. I work with clients ages 5 through adulthood, with a focus on ADHD, Autism, behavioral challenges, trauma, and life skills. I offer couples therapy for all relationship types and strive to create an inclusive space for LGBTQ+ and same-sex couples.
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My passion is to help others reclaim what has been lost. It may be your joy, your peace or the hope of the life you thought you would have. I work with individuals who are experiencing everyday issues such as stress or anxiety as well as major life transitions. I work with exploring adult attachment styles and moving towards secure attachment.
My passion is to help others reclaim what has been lost. It may be your joy, your peace or the hope of the life you thought you would have. I work with individuals who are experiencing everyday issues such as stress or anxiety as well as major life transitions. I work with exploring adult attachment styles and moving towards secure attachment.
Melissa Lewis is a dedicated Counselor with over 25 years of experience as a former teacher working alongside her students and their families, she brings a unique blend of compassion, understanding, and real-life experience to her practice helping teens, adolescents, couples and individuals navigate life’s challenges and transitions. Melissa is committed to providing a supportive and empathetic space where clients can find healing, growth, and renewed hope in their personal journeys.
Melissa Lewis is a dedicated Counselor with over 25 years of experience as a former teacher working alongside her students and their families, she brings a unique blend of compassion, understanding, and real-life experience to her practice helping teens, adolescents, couples and individuals navigate life’s challenges and transitions. Melissa is committed to providing a supportive and empathetic space where clients can find healing, growth, and renewed hope in their personal journeys.
She views symptoms through an emotionally focused, attachment-based lens, and utilizes associated evidence-based treatment interventions.
Sarah has training in EMDR, EFT and PREPARE/ENRICH. Sarah is experienced in working with a variety of clients presenting with issues including complex trauma, disordered eating, anxiety, grief, life adjustment challenges, and couples/family therapy.
She views symptoms through an emotionally focused, attachment-based lens, and utilizes associated evidence-based treatment interventions.
Sarah has training in EMDR, EFT and PREPARE/ENRICH. Sarah is experienced in working with a variety of clients presenting with issues including complex trauma, disordered eating, anxiety, grief, life adjustment challenges, and couples/family therapy.
I deeply believe that each individual is the expert on themselves. I view the therapeutic relationship as mutually participatory, vulnerable, and authentic. Connection, community, and safety are integral to the healing process, so you can expect me to be present in each session with these tenets at the forefront of my mind. My approach is relational, anti-oppressive, culturally humble, casual, sex-positive, and gender-affirming. While I have specifically worked with victim/survivors of sexual violence and complex trauma, I am excited to accompany folks on all forms of healing journeys.
I deeply believe that each individual is the expert on themselves. I view the therapeutic relationship as mutually participatory, vulnerable, and authentic. Connection, community, and safety are integral to the healing process, so you can expect me to be present in each session with these tenets at the forefront of my mind. My approach is relational, anti-oppressive, culturally humble, casual, sex-positive, and gender-affirming. While I have specifically worked with victim/survivors of sexual violence and complex trauma, I am excited to accompany folks on all forms of healing journeys.
Anxious in love? Do you overthink, constantly wonder, "what if?" and worry that the next disagreement will end it all? Does this leave you feeling like you're "too much"? I’d be honored to help you (or you and your partner) reconnect with yourselves and each other, build secure love, confidence, and self-compassion. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), one of the most researched approaches for couples therapy with 30+ years of empirical support. I may be biased but I think it's the greatest model for couples work. Red Therapy Group is an EFT practice that prioritizes continued learning and EFT-specific supervision.
Anxious in love? Do you overthink, constantly wonder, "what if?" and worry that the next disagreement will end it all? Does this leave you feeling like you're "too much"? I’d be honored to help you (or you and your partner) reconnect with yourselves and each other, build secure love, confidence, and self-compassion. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), one of the most researched approaches for couples therapy with 30+ years of empirical support. I may be biased but I think it's the greatest model for couples work. Red Therapy Group is an EFT practice that prioritizes continued learning and EFT-specific supervision.
Does it sometimes feel like you’re stuck in the darkness and it’s hard to see where to go next? Do you want to increase a sense of connectedness in your life and relationships? If so, therapy can be a safe harbor from which to slow down and cast a light in your internal life and find ways to live more authentically. I have helped individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, complex trauma, life transitions and relational issues live life more fully. I also have experience helping immigrant and Latinx clients navigate challenges. I believe in each person's capacity to find the way to a brighter and more meaningful life.
Does it sometimes feel like you’re stuck in the darkness and it’s hard to see where to go next? Do you want to increase a sense of connectedness in your life and relationships? If so, therapy can be a safe harbor from which to slow down and cast a light in your internal life and find ways to live more authentically. I have helped individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, complex trauma, life transitions and relational issues live life more fully. I also have experience helping immigrant and Latinx clients navigate challenges. I believe in each person's capacity to find the way to a brighter and more meaningful life.
You’re not sure where to start, but you know that you’re struggling. You need someone to come alongside to provide support, insight, and ultimately help you experience relief. I specialize in providing support for children 4+ and teens who are experiencing distress as a result of life stress, trauma or a change in connection. I’m also passionate about providing a safe, secure space for young adults who have lived with this same distress and are ready to seek support in making sense of their lived experience. Symptoms of distress - like feeling crazy, overwhelmed, or hopeless - do not have to be navigated alone.
You’re not sure where to start, but you know that you’re struggling. You need someone to come alongside to provide support, insight, and ultimately help you experience relief. I specialize in providing support for children 4+ and teens who are experiencing distress as a result of life stress, trauma or a change in connection. I’m also passionate about providing a safe, secure space for young adults who have lived with this same distress and are ready to seek support in making sense of their lived experience. Symptoms of distress - like feeling crazy, overwhelmed, or hopeless - do not have to be navigated alone.
Are you or one of your children feeling depressed or anxious? Is your family having difficulty communicating? I work with adolescents, adults and families around issues such as depression, anxiety, family conflict, and trauma. I will help you develop strong self-esteem, coping skills, and success in social, school, and family life. I strongly believe that we do not have to be held back by our pasts or struggles, but can grow and learn from them. I am here to work alongside you and your family to find ways to heal and thrive.
Are you or one of your children feeling depressed or anxious? Is your family having difficulty communicating? I work with adolescents, adults and families around issues such as depression, anxiety, family conflict, and trauma. I will help you develop strong self-esteem, coping skills, and success in social, school, and family life. I strongly believe that we do not have to be held back by our pasts or struggles, but can grow and learn from them. I am here to work alongside you and your family to find ways to heal and thrive.
My approach is grounded in attachment-based therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)—all evidence-based ways to build healthier emotional patterns, deeper relationships, and greater self-trust.
Feeling Lost, Disconnected, or Just Not Like Yourself? Let’s Find Your Way Back.
I’m a therapist based in East Nashville (also available online), and I help individuals and couples & other relationships untangle the messiness of life and relationships. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, difficult dynamics with a partner, or simply stuck in a season of “What now?”—you don’t have to do it alone.
I specialize in helping people reconnect—with themselves, with the ones they love, and with the life they want to be living.
My approach is grounded in attachment-based therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)—all evidence-based ways to build healthier emotional patterns, deeper relationships, and greater self-trust.
Feeling Lost, Disconnected, or Just Not Like Yourself? Let’s Find Your Way Back.
I’m a therapist based in East Nashville (also available online), and I help individuals and couples & other relationships untangle the messiness of life and relationships. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, difficult dynamics with a partner, or simply stuck in a season of “What now?”—you don’t have to do it alone.
I specialize in helping people reconnect—with themselves, with the ones they love, and with the life they want to be living.
My clients desire change yet don't always know how to get there. My hope is to walk with you during life's challenges, conflicts in relationships, trauma, addictions, and old deep wounds. I love to see my clients heal and grow in ways they did not think possible. In sessions, clients learn their negative interactional patterns, begin to experience real closeness and intimacy with their significant others. My goal is to help you work through life's messes, discover the beauty of forgiveness, mine the depths of true joy, teach the art of grieving well and to help you discover your most authentic self.
My clients desire change yet don't always know how to get there. My hope is to walk with you during life's challenges, conflicts in relationships, trauma, addictions, and old deep wounds. I love to see my clients heal and grow in ways they did not think possible. In sessions, clients learn their negative interactional patterns, begin to experience real closeness and intimacy with their significant others. My goal is to help you work through life's messes, discover the beauty of forgiveness, mine the depths of true joy, teach the art of grieving well and to help you discover your most authentic self.
Gabriela Aguirre-Iriarte
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LPC-MHS, RPT-S
2 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064
My work is informed by attachment-based and trauma-informed approaches, including ARC (Attachment, Regulation, and Competency), allowing me to support children with anxiety, emotional dysregulation, trauma, and behavioral challenges.
If your child is having big emotions, shutting down, or acting in ways that leave you feeling confused or overwhelmed, you are not alone. Often, what looks like defiance, anxiety, or behavior problems is actually a child trying to communicate something they don’t yet have the words for.
I work with children and teens through play therapy, sandplay and expressive arts while also helping parents understand what their child’s behavior is really saying and how to respond in ways that build connection, emotional safety, and resilience.
My work is informed by attachment-based and trauma-informed approaches, including ARC (Attachment, Regulation, and Competency), allowing me to support children with anxiety, emotional dysregulation, trauma, and behavioral challenges.
If your child is having big emotions, shutting down, or acting in ways that leave you feeling confused or overwhelmed, you are not alone. Often, what looks like defiance, anxiety, or behavior problems is actually a child trying to communicate something they don’t yet have the words for.
I work with children and teens through play therapy, sandplay and expressive arts while also helping parents understand what their child’s behavior is really saying and how to respond in ways that build connection, emotional safety, and resilience.
Licensed in Tennessee and Kentucky -I am a SAP for those who operate under DOT safety and have failed a drug test. We all need someone at one time or another. Reach out, I would love to help. I have many years working with addiction and recovery. I work with many populations to include addictions, codependency, couples, marriage and family, childhood trauma, grief, severe and persistent mental illness such as bi-polar, OCD etc, situational issues, and personality disorders. I work with spiritual issues and have experience working with transgender population such as gender dysphoria and coming out. I use person centered approach.
Licensed in Tennessee and Kentucky -I am a SAP for those who operate under DOT safety and have failed a drug test. We all need someone at one time or another. Reach out, I would love to help. I have many years working with addiction and recovery. I work with many populations to include addictions, codependency, couples, marriage and family, childhood trauma, grief, severe and persistent mental illness such as bi-polar, OCD etc, situational issues, and personality disorders. I work with spiritual issues and have experience working with transgender population such as gender dysphoria and coming out. I use person centered approach.
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Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.