Adoption Therapists in East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN

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Cristin Laird
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
2 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
Being a teenager and a young-adult in a post-pandemic world is hard. Add in anxiety, up and down moods, problems with focus and prioritizing, or relationship conflicts and it can feel overwhelming, impossible, and like things will never get better. Not only do we have typical day-to-day concerns like figuring out who we are and what we want to be, but we may be struggling with perfectionism, communicating, taking things personally, making friends, or getting along better with our parents. The loneliness of feeling misunderstood and not knowing what to do is crippling.
Being a teenager and a young-adult in a post-pandemic world is hard. Add in anxiety, up and down moods, problems with focus and prioritizing, or relationship conflicts and it can feel overwhelming, impossible, and like things will never get better. Not only do we have typical day-to-day concerns like figuring out who we are and what we want to be, but we may be struggling with perfectionism, communicating, taking things personally, making friends, or getting along better with our parents. The loneliness of feeling misunderstood and not knowing what to do is crippling.
(901) 668-7016 View (901) 668-7016
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Stephanie Maddox
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
Meet people where they are is my motto. To me, that is the best place to start. Making the decision to begin therapy is hard and sometimes scary. My goal is to create a safe space for my clients to address whatever they are struggling with. I am non-judgmental and understand that there are reasons people are and/or feel a certain way. I love helping people understand the root of the issue and working to resolve and get healing from the issue.
Meet people where they are is my motto. To me, that is the best place to start. Making the decision to begin therapy is hard and sometimes scary. My goal is to create a safe space for my clients to address whatever they are struggling with. I am non-judgmental and understand that there are reasons people are and/or feel a certain way. I love helping people understand the root of the issue and working to resolve and get healing from the issue.
(901) 441-5585 View (901) 441-5585
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Sarah Lebovitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38112
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 40 years of experience. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression and Post-traumatic stress disorder using different approaches, including cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, family systems and EMDR. I have a special interest in working with clients with body image and disordered eating issues. I am specially trained in play therapy and work with children as young as 4 years old. I have 30+ years of experience in working with clients who have traumatic life experiences, including sexual assault and other types of violence.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 40 years of experience. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression and Post-traumatic stress disorder using different approaches, including cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, family systems and EMDR. I have a special interest in working with clients with body image and disordered eating issues. I am specially trained in play therapy and work with children as young as 4 years old. I have 30+ years of experience in working with clients who have traumatic life experiences, including sexual assault and other types of violence.
(901) 300-4142 View (901) 300-4142
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Hallie Bloom
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CT, CCLS, PBS, EMDR
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
Hallie is a licensed professional counselor, a certified grief counselor, educator, pet bereavement specialist, and a certified child life specialist. I practice from home office in Memphis, Tennessee, providing individual sessions, focused on grief and loss, pet loss, addiction, recovery and all mental health issues. My Child Life training and 30 years of experience, provides me with the knowledge and abilities to work with children, adolescents and their families who are dealing with acute, chronic and terminal illness. Change in our lives is constant and often go unrecognized as Grief issues.
Hallie is a licensed professional counselor, a certified grief counselor, educator, pet bereavement specialist, and a certified child life specialist. I practice from home office in Memphis, Tennessee, providing individual sessions, focused on grief and loss, pet loss, addiction, recovery and all mental health issues. My Child Life training and 30 years of experience, provides me with the knowledge and abilities to work with children, adolescents and their families who are dealing with acute, chronic and terminal illness. Change in our lives is constant and often go unrecognized as Grief issues.
(901) 283-4601 View (901) 283-4601
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Mary Harmon
Licensed Professional Counselor
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
I’m a licensed therapist in Memphis, Tennessee. Many of the clients I work with are high-achieving professionals who appear successful on the outside but internally feel overwhelmed by constant worry, pressure, and overthinking. My approach to therapy is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), an evidence-based model that helps people understand the different “parts” of themselves that influence thoughts, emotions, and behavior.
I’m a licensed therapist in Memphis, Tennessee. Many of the clients I work with are high-achieving professionals who appear successful on the outside but internally feel overwhelmed by constant worry, pressure, and overthinking. My approach to therapy is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), an evidence-based model that helps people understand the different “parts” of themselves that influence thoughts, emotions, and behavior.
(901) 587-0384 View (901) 587-0384
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Olivia Vires
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, MS
3 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
Hi! I'm Olivia, an LPC-MHSP passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and adults through mental and behavioral challenges. I have extensive experience in helping clients navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, risky and problem sexual behaviors, and other life stressors.
Hi! I'm Olivia, an LPC-MHSP passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and adults through mental and behavioral challenges. I have extensive experience in helping clients navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, risky and problem sexual behaviors, and other life stressors.
(901) 499-3189 View (901) 499-3189
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Britt Palmer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Serves Area
I hold certifications in EMDR, Eating Disorders, Safe and Sound Protocol, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Trauma Conscious Yoga, and I am pursuing a PhD in psychophysiology. What this all means to you is that I know how to help you make changes by utilizing a holistic approach to therapy.
I hold certifications in EMDR, Eating Disorders, Safe and Sound Protocol, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Trauma Conscious Yoga, and I am pursuing a PhD in psychophysiology. What this all means to you is that I know how to help you make changes by utilizing a holistic approach to therapy.
(901) 660-2110 View (901) 660-2110
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Molly Akin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many experiences in life can motivate us to look for support―a difficult current or past relationship, overwhelming stress, unprocessed trauma, or maybe just a sense of being stuck. You aren't alone. My hope is that you find in me a nonjudgmental, caring presence to listen and help you process whatever pain or disconnection you might be experiencing. My aim is to guide you toward the wholeness you seek.
Many experiences in life can motivate us to look for support―a difficult current or past relationship, overwhelming stress, unprocessed trauma, or maybe just a sense of being stuck. You aren't alone. My hope is that you find in me a nonjudgmental, caring presence to listen and help you process whatever pain or disconnection you might be experiencing. My aim is to guide you toward the wholeness you seek.
(901) 245-5627 View (901) 245-5627
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Rachel Joffe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
"We are born in relationship. We grow in relationship. We are wounded in relationship. And we are healed in relationship." - Harville Hendrix. Therapy can benefit us in many ways including feeling heard, growing in self awareness, and healing from adversity life throws at us. It is also a great place to learn compassion for ourselves and empathy for others in our lives. As a therapist, I believe people are relational creatures. We can thrive or suffer greatly depending upon the quality of our relationships with God, others, and ourselves.
"We are born in relationship. We grow in relationship. We are wounded in relationship. And we are healed in relationship." - Harville Hendrix. Therapy can benefit us in many ways including feeling heard, growing in self awareness, and healing from adversity life throws at us. It is also a great place to learn compassion for ourselves and empathy for others in our lives. As a therapist, I believe people are relational creatures. We can thrive or suffer greatly depending upon the quality of our relationships with God, others, and ourselves.
(423) 799-2475 View (423) 799-2475
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Lacy Kemker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCMHSP
1 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel detached from your goals or feel like you’ve lost sight of what’s important in your life? Do you feel like you’re struggling to love yourself or separate yourself from narratives of what your life should look like? Maybe it’s time to take a step towards finding your most authentic self? Looks like you’ve come to the right place. Taking this first step can be scary, but I believe taking the leap can help you grow in ways never before realized.
Do you feel detached from your goals or feel like you’ve lost sight of what’s important in your life? Do you feel like you’re struggling to love yourself or separate yourself from narratives of what your life should look like? Maybe it’s time to take a step towards finding your most authentic self? Looks like you’ve come to the right place. Taking this first step can be scary, but I believe taking the leap can help you grow in ways never before realized.
(901) 617-3584 View (901) 617-3584
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90 Day Health and Life Coach
Verified Verified
Online Only
When working with clients, each has a unique set of circumstances and challenges. As a Certified Life Coach, I would like to help you reach goals and dreams that you may feel have been out of reach or unfulfilled as you decide to venture into life coaching. You may be struggling with feelings of being stuck, stressed, or unmotivated, or you may need guidance and a plan for a career change, and you don’t quite know where to start. Maybe you want to develop better personal relationships, build trust with your partner, and improve intimacy in your marriage.
When working with clients, each has a unique set of circumstances and challenges. As a Certified Life Coach, I would like to help you reach goals and dreams that you may feel have been out of reach or unfulfilled as you decide to venture into life coaching. You may be struggling with feelings of being stuck, stressed, or unmotivated, or you may need guidance and a plan for a career change, and you don’t quite know where to start. Maybe you want to develop better personal relationships, build trust with your partner, and improve intimacy in your marriage.
(901) 660-2861 View (901) 660-2861
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Christopher Montanaro
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Together, we can embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing. As a professional counselor with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve a greater level of well-being and fulfillment in their lives. Utilizing a variety of evidence-based techniques and strategies, I work collaboratively with clients to address a wide range of concerns. I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals facing a wide range of challenges, from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, job issues, divorce, family dysfunction, anger issues and more.
Together, we can embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing. As a professional counselor with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve a greater level of well-being and fulfillment in their lives. Utilizing a variety of evidence-based techniques and strategies, I work collaboratively with clients to address a wide range of concerns. I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals facing a wide range of challenges, from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, job issues, divorce, family dysfunction, anger issues and more.
(865) 253-8857 View (865) 253-8857
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Sheila K Stoner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP
Online Only
I assist clients (neurotypical, neurodivergent, and neurodiverse) to achieve goals and make adjustments in their life that allow them to be their best self. Most clients’ desire to improve, however, don't fully have the necessary tools to make this goal a reality. Typically, they feel stuck, overwhelmed, and have mixed emotions regarding their situation. Many clients need assistance and guidance in managing and coping with various live changes. I provide clients with an opportunity to be supported in a safe environment where their thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment that utilizes integrative interventions.
I assist clients (neurotypical, neurodivergent, and neurodiverse) to achieve goals and make adjustments in their life that allow them to be their best self. Most clients’ desire to improve, however, don't fully have the necessary tools to make this goal a reality. Typically, they feel stuck, overwhelmed, and have mixed emotions regarding their situation. Many clients need assistance and guidance in managing and coping with various live changes. I provide clients with an opportunity to be supported in a safe environment where their thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment that utilizes integrative interventions.
(615) 592-1146 View (615) 592-1146
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Al Stacy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Road map to where? Their are many twists and turns in our lives that may take unexpected routes, come with difficult choices and sometimes negatives results. I'd like to work alongside you to help navigate a more stable and peaceful destination.
Road map to where? Their are many twists and turns in our lives that may take unexpected routes, come with difficult choices and sometimes negatives results. I'd like to work alongside you to help navigate a more stable and peaceful destination.
(615) 265-6398 View (615) 265-6398
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Emily Anderson, LAPSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LAPSW
Online Only
You are not defined by anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship challenges, even when they feel overwhelming. I provide telehealth therapy to adults and couples across Tennessee, creating a space where you can pause, feel supported, and gain a clearer understanding of what you’re experiencing. Together, we focus on building insight, emotional balance, and a stronger sense of direction so you can move forward with greater confidence and intention.
You are not defined by anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship challenges, even when they feel overwhelming. I provide telehealth therapy to adults and couples across Tennessee, creating a space where you can pause, feel supported, and gain a clearer understanding of what you’re experiencing. Together, we focus on building insight, emotional balance, and a stronger sense of direction so you can move forward with greater confidence and intention.
(615) 827-3855 View (615) 827-3855
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Corinne Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, IMH-E
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Corinne Lewis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an Infant Mental Health Endorsement (IMH-E). She has experience working with children, adolescents and their caregivers, as well as adults, particularly women who have experienced physical and emotional trauma or are experiencing changes in mood during and after pregnancy. She also is trained to provide licensure supervision to LMSW's seeking licensure as well as Reflective Supervision to clinicians working within the Infant Mental Health specialty.
Corinne Lewis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an Infant Mental Health Endorsement (IMH-E). She has experience working with children, adolescents and their caregivers, as well as adults, particularly women who have experienced physical and emotional trauma or are experiencing changes in mood during and after pregnancy. She also is trained to provide licensure supervision to LMSW's seeking licensure as well as Reflective Supervision to clinicians working within the Infant Mental Health specialty.
(423) 454-3299 View (423) 454-3299

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Samara Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Memphis, TN 38119
Specialities include but are not limited to trauma, sexual abuse recovery, entertainment industry, family conflict, personality disorder, military issues, foster system/ adoption, and codependency.
At Samara, we meet each person where they are to identify tailored goals and move toward an improved quality of life. Support is provided within a safe, highly confidential, & creative space. When needed, we help our clients explore their needs and life experiences through the lens of trauma-informed and trauma-focused care. Individual, family, and group therapy options are available. We offer decades of experience providing therapeutic services within the entertainment industry. Extensive experience with veterans and medical social work. Case management for complex care available. Connect with us to talk through next steps.
Specialities include but are not limited to trauma, sexual abuse recovery, entertainment industry, family conflict, personality disorder, military issues, foster system/ adoption, and codependency.
At Samara, we meet each person where they are to identify tailored goals and move toward an improved quality of life. Support is provided within a safe, highly confidential, & creative space. When needed, we help our clients explore their needs and life experiences through the lens of trauma-informed and trauma-focused care. Individual, family, and group therapy options are available. We offer decades of experience providing therapeutic services within the entertainment industry. Extensive experience with veterans and medical social work. Case management for complex care available. Connect with us to talk through next steps.
(901) 660-3832 View (901) 660-3832
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Apple Seeds, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Memphis, TN 38138
Apple Seeds, Inc. enhances mental wellness and aims to improve the quality of life for individuals, moms, dads, and moms-to-be. We also offer therapeutic services designed to holistically support motherhood and those who are at risk of developing Perinatal Mood Disorders (PMAD), such as Postpartum Depression and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. We also provide Mental Wellness Support, General Coaching and Solution Focused Counseling to college students that focuses on the student’s present issues, their future goals, and positive coping tools.
Apple Seeds, Inc. enhances mental wellness and aims to improve the quality of life for individuals, moms, dads, and moms-to-be. We also offer therapeutic services designed to holistically support motherhood and those who are at risk of developing Perinatal Mood Disorders (PMAD), such as Postpartum Depression and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. We also provide Mental Wellness Support, General Coaching and Solution Focused Counseling to college students that focuses on the student’s present issues, their future goals, and positive coping tools.
(901) 557-8339 View (901) 557-8339
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Jameka Jones-Carter
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Memphis, TN 38141
Struggles with confidence, insecurities, unaddressed trauma, inappropriate coping skills, and a host of other barriers can prevent us from living our best lives. These challenges often lead to anxiety, depression, impulsivity, dissociation, and other mental health issues that hinder our well-being. Consequently, these factors can interfere with our ability to navigate life transitions and form healthy relationships. This doesn't have to be your reality.
Struggles with confidence, insecurities, unaddressed trauma, inappropriate coping skills, and a host of other barriers can prevent us from living our best lives. These challenges often lead to anxiety, depression, impulsivity, dissociation, and other mental health issues that hinder our well-being. Consequently, these factors can interfere with our ability to navigate life transitions and form healthy relationships. This doesn't have to be your reality.
(901) 699-4377 View (901) 699-4377
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Tia Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Hi, my name is Tia Kyles Jackson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience working with children, youth and adults to help them deal with difficult life changing events and mental health issues. I also offer support, guidance and a listening ear when needed.
Hi, my name is Tia Kyles Jackson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience working with children, youth and adults to help them deal with difficult life changing events and mental health issues. I also offer support, guidance and a listening ear when needed.
(615) 827-4485 View (615) 827-4485

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Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.