Family Therapists in Marion County, TN
Healing is often uncomfortable. No one likes feeling exposed or overwhelmed, but together, we can pull those heavy emotions out from under that 'everything is fine' umbrella and look at them for what they really are.
I’m Sierra, and I believe therapy isn't just about managing symptoms; it’s about a collaborative partnership to help you grow, heal, and finally feel like yourself again. My approach is non-judgmental, direct, and deeply compassionate.
Whether you’re navigating the weight of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the complexities of grief and trauma, I meet you exactly where you are.
Healing is often uncomfortable. No one likes feeling exposed or overwhelmed, but together, we can pull those heavy emotions out from under that 'everything is fine' umbrella and look at them for what they really are.
I’m Sierra, and I believe therapy isn't just about managing symptoms; it’s about a collaborative partnership to help you grow, heal, and finally feel like yourself again. My approach is non-judgmental, direct, and deeply compassionate.
Whether you’re navigating the weight of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the complexities of grief and trauma, I meet you exactly where you are.
Welcome! The focus of my practice is adults and older adults, who might be experiencing relationship issues, difficulty healing from the past, struggling with navigating life transitions such as adjustment, illness, aging, or managing their thoughts and emotions.
Welcome! The focus of my practice is adults and older adults, who might be experiencing relationship issues, difficulty healing from the past, struggling with navigating life transitions such as adjustment, illness, aging, or managing their thoughts and emotions.
My primary work today is with those individuals struggling to achieve the best version of themselves. A variety of factors are at play here from past trauma, difficulty connecting, tragic life events, self sabotaging or self destructive coping skills, among others that get in our own way. I offer a place for the individual to explore past patterns and create a new narrative for a new future.
My primary work today is with those individuals struggling to achieve the best version of themselves. A variety of factors are at play here from past trauma, difficulty connecting, tragic life events, self sabotaging or self destructive coping skills, among others that get in our own way. I offer a place for the individual to explore past patterns and create a new narrative for a new future.
I have several years of experience working with a variety of mental health issues, including addiction, severe and persistent mental health disorders, family systems, domestic violence situations, trauma, along with others.
There are several things in my life which drive me to be a counselor. My own past with it struggles, acceptances, failures, and successes drive me to do what I do. I am able to sit in dark places, empathize with struggle and loneliness, and challenge ways of thinking and behaving from a non-judgmental place. I love the unique position a counselor has to problem solve through the failures, walk the uphill road to recovery, and celebrate the success and growth that comes out of the journey.
I have several years of experience working with a variety of mental health issues, including addiction, severe and persistent mental health disorders, family systems, domestic violence situations, trauma, along with others.
There are several things in my life which drive me to be a counselor. My own past with it struggles, acceptances, failures, and successes drive me to do what I do. I am able to sit in dark places, empathize with struggle and loneliness, and challenge ways of thinking and behaving from a non-judgmental place. I love the unique position a counselor has to problem solve through the failures, walk the uphill road to recovery, and celebrate the success and growth that comes out of the journey.
Online Therapists
Jamie Leigh Staggs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, S
1 Endorsed
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Waitlist for new clients
Life presents challenges, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. As a Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider and Approved Clinical Supervisor, I specialize in working with clients of all ages facing trauma, crisis, depression, anxiety, relational difficulties, and abusive behaviors in addition to providing supervision for new professional seeking clinical licensure. My approach is rooted in collaboration helping you identify your most pressing needs and guiding you toward meaningful, lasting change.
Life presents challenges, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. As a Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider and Approved Clinical Supervisor, I specialize in working with clients of all ages facing trauma, crisis, depression, anxiety, relational difficulties, and abusive behaviors in addition to providing supervision for new professional seeking clinical licensure. My approach is rooted in collaboration helping you identify your most pressing needs and guiding you toward meaningful, lasting change.
You are capable, responsible, and trusted by others—but internally, something feels off. You may be carrying more than most people realize: leadership pressure, relational strain, or the quiet weight of decisions that affect others. Perhaps you are now questioning your own clarity, judgment, or sense of peace. I work with Christian leaders, ministry professionals, and high-capacity individuals who are ready to move beyond surface-level coping and into deeper emotional and spiritual clarity. I Integrate faith and biblically informed counseling in a way that honors both your spiritual convictions and your emotional reality.
You are capable, responsible, and trusted by others—but internally, something feels off. You may be carrying more than most people realize: leadership pressure, relational strain, or the quiet weight of decisions that affect others. Perhaps you are now questioning your own clarity, judgment, or sense of peace. I work with Christian leaders, ministry professionals, and high-capacity individuals who are ready to move beyond surface-level coping and into deeper emotional and spiritual clarity. I Integrate faith and biblically informed counseling in a way that honors both your spiritual convictions and your emotional reality.
I work with individuals and couples to break old patterns, move through stuck places, and discover new pathways for growth. My approach centers on three key models: the Trauma Model (how unprocessed pain shapes perception), the Patterns Model (the unconscious strategies we use to survive), and the Story Model (the narratives we tell about who we are and what’s possible). We process through emotions, thoughts, and the body to shift out of limiting states and move toward the higher self. I work best with those who are ready to do the work.
I work with individuals and couples to break old patterns, move through stuck places, and discover new pathways for growth. My approach centers on three key models: the Trauma Model (how unprocessed pain shapes perception), the Patterns Model (the unconscious strategies we use to survive), and the Story Model (the narratives we tell about who we are and what’s possible). We process through emotions, thoughts, and the body to shift out of limiting states and move toward the higher self. I work best with those who are ready to do the work.
My mission statement focuses on being "committed to HEALING the WHOLE family".
I encourage my clients to try other alternatives through cognitive behavior therapy, behavioral therapy, talk therapy, and physical activity to improve depression, anxiety, self-esteem, academic issues, grief/loss, and interpersonal/relationship issues. The opportunity to be the change agent for a better outlook on life is the ultimate goal!
My mission statement focuses on being "committed to HEALING the WHOLE family".
I encourage my clients to try other alternatives through cognitive behavior therapy, behavioral therapy, talk therapy, and physical activity to improve depression, anxiety, self-esteem, academic issues, grief/loss, and interpersonal/relationship issues. The opportunity to be the change agent for a better outlook on life is the ultimate goal!
I have 3 and a half years of experience working in a residential psychiatric setting helping teens and families navigate trauma, mood disorders, and behavioral concerns using Trauma Focused CBT and have recently obtained clinical licensure and a DBT certification.
Within my private practice, Let's Talk Therapy, I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life, cultural backgrounds, and age ranges. I particularly enjoy working with teens and young adults as they navigate the challenges that come up during this transitional period in life. I believe everyone deserves a safe, empathetic, non-judgmental person to talk through their problems with and that humor is a necessary tool for navigating mental health from mood disorders to trauma.
I have 3 and a half years of experience working in a residential psychiatric setting helping teens and families navigate trauma, mood disorders, and behavioral concerns using Trauma Focused CBT and have recently obtained clinical licensure and a DBT certification.
Within my private practice, Let's Talk Therapy, I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life, cultural backgrounds, and age ranges. I particularly enjoy working with teens and young adults as they navigate the challenges that come up during this transitional period in life. I believe everyone deserves a safe, empathetic, non-judgmental person to talk through their problems with and that humor is a necessary tool for navigating mental health from mood disorders to trauma.
I have experience helping children, teens, adults, and families with struggles related to prenatal issues/women’s issues, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, grief, depression, interpersonal issues, etc.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, and connecting with someone who truly fits your needs is important. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or caught in patterns that are no longer serving you, you deserve support from someone who not only brings effective tools for healing but also offers a genuine connection and a sense of ease. From our first interaction, I create a space where you feel safe and supported. Together, we can begin a journey of self-discovery and growth, one that has the potential to be deeply transformative.
I have experience helping children, teens, adults, and families with struggles related to prenatal issues/women’s issues, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, grief, depression, interpersonal issues, etc.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, and connecting with someone who truly fits your needs is important. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or caught in patterns that are no longer serving you, you deserve support from someone who not only brings effective tools for healing but also offers a genuine connection and a sense of ease. From our first interaction, I create a space where you feel safe and supported. Together, we can begin a journey of self-discovery and growth, one that has the potential to be deeply transformative.
My name is Sandra Gunn and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist in Idaho and Tennessee.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process. My top priority is creating a safe holding place to explore fears, insecurities, pain and to open up to see how your relationships and experiences shaped you. The best word to describe me as a therapist is partnership. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is formed when we are in it together.
My name is Sandra Gunn and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist in Idaho and Tennessee.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process. My top priority is creating a safe holding place to explore fears, insecurities, pain and to open up to see how your relationships and experiences shaped you. The best word to describe me as a therapist is partnership. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is formed when we are in it together.
Hello and welcome to my page. Taking the step toward self-discovery is a courageous act, and I'm so glad you're here. I believe therapy is a sacred space for healing—a place where you can prioritize honoring yourself. If feeling lost we often don't know where to begin. Therapy can be a gentle guide, helping us find our way back to clarity and peace.
Healing often requires us to let go of old patterns, unresolved pain, and beliefs that no longer serve us. With time, patience, and a new perspective, you can see yourself more clearly, unlocking the potential to become the truest version of who you are.
Hello and welcome to my page. Taking the step toward self-discovery is a courageous act, and I'm so glad you're here. I believe therapy is a sacred space for healing—a place where you can prioritize honoring yourself. If feeling lost we often don't know where to begin. Therapy can be a gentle guide, helping us find our way back to clarity and peace.
Healing often requires us to let go of old patterns, unresolved pain, and beliefs that no longer serve us. With time, patience, and a new perspective, you can see yourself more clearly, unlocking the potential to become the truest version of who you are.
I also have some training with Emotionally Focused Therapy and some limited training on Internal Family Systems.
I always say you have to help yourself before you can help anyone else. Starting your healing journey is one of the bravest and most rewarding things that you can do. I'm happy to hold space in whatever season of life you may be in, and whatever you have gone through. Your journey is important and deserves to be given a voice.
I also have some training with Emotionally Focused Therapy and some limited training on Internal Family Systems.
I always say you have to help yourself before you can help anyone else. Starting your healing journey is one of the bravest and most rewarding things that you can do. I'm happy to hold space in whatever season of life you may be in, and whatever you have gone through. Your journey is important and deserves to be given a voice.
I am a person-centered therapist committed to helping adults dealing with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma, as well as life issues such as marriage, divorce, parenthood, communication, and other life adjustments.
I am a person-centered therapist committed to helping adults dealing with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma, as well as life issues such as marriage, divorce, parenthood, communication, and other life adjustments.
Your story is yours alone, and we want to honor how you've gotten to where you are today. No matter why you're considering counseling or what goals you have, our team of caring clinicians is here to meet you where you're at, respect your journey, and provide great care every step of the way. If money is a concern, we offer sessions with graduate-level interns for as little as $25 per session. Don’t hesitate to reach out — we’d love to answer any questions you have.
Your story is yours alone, and we want to honor how you've gotten to where you are today. No matter why you're considering counseling or what goals you have, our team of caring clinicians is here to meet you where you're at, respect your journey, and provide great care every step of the way. If money is a concern, we offer sessions with graduate-level interns for as little as $25 per session. Don’t hesitate to reach out — we’d love to answer any questions you have.
Life can be overwhelming, whether you’re a child learning to manage big emotions, a teen navigating identity and relationships, or an adult carrying the weight of past experiences. No matter your age, therapy can be a safe place to pause, feel understood, and find new ways forward. I want you to feel safe, accepted, and never alone in your journey.
Life can be overwhelming, whether you’re a child learning to manage big emotions, a teen navigating identity and relationships, or an adult carrying the weight of past experiences. No matter your age, therapy can be a safe place to pause, feel understood, and find new ways forward. I want you to feel safe, accepted, and never alone in your journey.
We are a comprehensive DBT-focused practice offering support to individuals and families.
You might feel stuck or overwhelmed by life’s challenges, struggling with emotions, relationships, or finding balance in your personal and professional life. We are here to support you if you are looking for tools to build resilience, improve communication, & create meaningful connections.
Trauma and other developmental wounds often show up as anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and a variety of diagnoses. At The Village of Kairos, our clinicians specialize in trauma-focused therapies and interventions so that our clients find hope, help, and skills to build a life worth living.
We are a comprehensive DBT-focused practice offering support to individuals and families.
You might feel stuck or overwhelmed by life’s challenges, struggling with emotions, relationships, or finding balance in your personal and professional life. We are here to support you if you are looking for tools to build resilience, improve communication, & create meaningful connections.
Trauma and other developmental wounds often show up as anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and a variety of diagnoses. At The Village of Kairos, our clinicians specialize in trauma-focused therapies and interventions so that our clients find hope, help, and skills to build a life worth living.
Dr. Michael Christian
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, NCC, CSAT--S, CST
2 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
The typical client at RBH is an individual, couple or family who struggles with a variety of issues.
The providers at RBH are both generalists and specialists. We meet our clients where they are, carefully explore the true nature of their struggles, and collaboratively work to develop an effective treatment plan that, when professionally implemented will produce positive outcomes. We address the root cause of the client’s struggles rather than the symptoms.
The typical client at RBH is an individual, couple or family who struggles with a variety of issues.
The providers at RBH are both generalists and specialists. We meet our clients where they are, carefully explore the true nature of their struggles, and collaboratively work to develop an effective treatment plan that, when professionally implemented will produce positive outcomes. We address the root cause of the client’s struggles rather than the symptoms.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (TN and AL) practicing since 2008.
"We do not see things as they are, we see them as we are." -Anais Nin per Talmudic origin. We must create things twice; once in our minds, and once articulated. When we think our thoughts, it lights up one part of the brain, and when we speak our thoughts, it lights up a different part of the brain. There is often something very different when we articulate our thoughts, and they change in some way. Talking out these experiences in a narrative way assists us in making sense of how we feel about those experiences.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (TN and AL) practicing since 2008.
"We do not see things as they are, we see them as we are." -Anais Nin per Talmudic origin. We must create things twice; once in our minds, and once articulated. When we think our thoughts, it lights up one part of the brain, and when we speak our thoughts, it lights up a different part of the brain. There is often something very different when we articulate our thoughts, and they change in some way. Talking out these experiences in a narrative way assists us in making sense of how we feel about those experiences.
Wow! There are a LOT of therapists, right? Unless the criteria were super narrow, this list is likely a little overwhelming—a lot of acronyms, a lot of jargon and friendly smiles; maybe fewer cardigans than expected. It’s a lot to consider. For many of us, scrolling through lists like this can feel like running in quicksand. And if you tend to be hard on yourself, it's all the more difficult. Whether you're navigating major life shifts, struggling but still trying to pin down why, or just at a loss and unsure of where/how to start, stick with it. It's OK to take your time. There are lots of people on here who can help.
Wow! There are a LOT of therapists, right? Unless the criteria were super narrow, this list is likely a little overwhelming—a lot of acronyms, a lot of jargon and friendly smiles; maybe fewer cardigans than expected. It’s a lot to consider. For many of us, scrolling through lists like this can feel like running in quicksand. And if you tend to be hard on yourself, it's all the more difficult. Whether you're navigating major life shifts, struggling but still trying to pin down why, or just at a loss and unsure of where/how to start, stick with it. It's OK to take your time. There are lots of people on here who can help.
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FAQ - About Family Therapy
What issues does family therapy help with?
Family therapy can help families navigate the complex dynamics of family life, including communication challenges and recurring conflict between family members. A therapist can help family members identify dysfunctional patterns in communication and develop healthier ways of relating. Family therapy may also be helpful during major life transitions or stressful events that affect the family system, such as grief, divorce, trauma, relocation, or a serious illness. In some cases, family therapy can support families coping with specific mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, alcohol or substance use disorders, and eating disorders. In these situations, therapy can provide education and support for family members, as well as to the individual with the mental health diagnosis.
How do I know if my family needs counseling?
Family therapy may be helpful if a family consistently struggles with conflict or communication in a way that affects daily life or relationships. It can also be beneficial when someone in the family is experiencing significant emotional or behavioral changes, such as a family member becoming aggressive, withdrawing, or struggling to cope after a traumatic event. Additionally, some concerns, such as addiction or eating disorders, may be especially important to address in the context of the family unit.
Who attends family counseling sessions?
Family counseling sessions are often attended by members of the immediate family, such as parents, caregivers, children, or siblings. However, other family members may attend when appropriate, including grandparents, stepparents, stepsiblings, or co-parents. Who attends may depend on the family’s needs, the therapist’s recommendations, and the goals of treatment.
Can family therapy be done online?
Family therapy can often be done online. Virtual sessions may be especially convenient when family members live in different locations, have busy schedules, or live in an area where family therapists are less accessible. However, online therapy may not be the best fit for every family. In-person care may be more appropriate when there are safety concerns, severe conflict, limited privacy at home, or when young children have difficulty engaging through a screen.
What therapeutic approaches are used in family counseling?
Family therapy can take different forms, including systemic family therapy (exploring how individual actions affect the family), structural family therapy (uncovering the structure and relationship dynamics of the family unit), and attachment-based family therapy (focusing on how bonds between family members shape relationships). Family therapy may also include psychoeducation, which helps family members learn more about a mental health condition and how to respond to it more effectively.
How much does family therapy cost and is it covered by insurance?
Family therapy sessions, which typically last about an hour, often range from $150 to $250 or more, depending on factors such as location, therapist experience, session length, and practice setting. In general, family therapy may cost more than individual therapy because it involves multiple participants and more complex treatment planning. Insurance coverage for family therapy varies by plan. Some plans may cover family therapy when it is part of treatment for a diagnosed mental health condition affecting one family member. However, many plans do not cover therapy for general family conflict, communication concerns, or relationship issues alone. Before starting therapy, it is important to check with your insurance provider to confirm whether family therapy is covered, what your copay or deductible may be, and whether any diagnosis, referral, or prior authorization is required.