Emotionally Focused Therapists in Midtown, Memphis, TN

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RH Counseling & Counsulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC , NCC
Midtown, Memphis, TN 38104
RH Counseling & Consulting seeks to provide healing by incorporating therapeutic services that meets the mental, emotional, spiritual needs of its clients. I have worked in the field of mental health as a therapist for approximately twenty one years and have treated clients with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, anger, and etc., using cognitive behavioral approaches to therapy. I believe in taking a comprehensive approach in bringing about healing to those who are mentally and emotionally stuck or in pain.
RH Counseling & Consulting seeks to provide healing by incorporating therapeutic services that meets the mental, emotional, spiritual needs of its clients. I have worked in the field of mental health as a therapist for approximately twenty one years and have treated clients with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, anger, and etc., using cognitive behavioral approaches to therapy. I believe in taking a comprehensive approach in bringing about healing to those who are mentally and emotionally stuck or in pain.
(901) 472-1563 View (901) 472-1563
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Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(901) 730-5923 View (901) 730-5923
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Whitney Coulombe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Midtown, Memphis, TN 38104
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I am passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges in order to help them gain a better sense of overall peace and well-being. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, and relationship issues. I completed my Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Tennessee. I view the counseling experience as a collaborative process, focusing on the uniqueness of each individual.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I am passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges in order to help them gain a better sense of overall peace and well-being. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, and relationship issues. I completed my Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Tennessee. I view the counseling experience as a collaborative process, focusing on the uniqueness of each individual.
(901) 557-8451 View (901) 557-8451
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Molly Akin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Midtown, Memphis, TN 38104
In addition to my training in marriage and family therapy, I have additional training and expertise in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
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.
In addition to my training in marriage and family therapy, I have additional training and expertise in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
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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Donald W Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Midtown, Memphis, TN 38104
I work with clients that present with a variety of issues - depression, anxiety, addiction - often stemming from underlying issues with codependency, low self-worth, family of origin issues, and unresolved trauma. I see individuals, couples, and adolescents. If appropriate, I like working with clients in a group setting where peer support and identification with others help clients feel less misunderstood, alone or different.
I work with clients that present with a variety of issues - depression, anxiety, addiction - often stemming from underlying issues with codependency, low self-worth, family of origin issues, and unresolved trauma. I see individuals, couples, and adolescents. If appropriate, I like working with clients in a group setting where peer support and identification with others help clients feel less misunderstood, alone or different.
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Tegan Jemma Reeves
Verified Verified
Midtown, Memphis, TN 38107
I work with smart, passionate, people who do really hard things. From navigating a transition to leveling up at work, we work with the nervous system to utilize evidence-based tools to impact positive change.
I work with smart, passionate, people who do really hard things. From navigating a transition to leveling up at work, we work with the nervous system to utilize evidence-based tools to impact positive change.
(901) 657-3103 View (901) 657-3103
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Jenna Kaufman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
4 Endorsed
Midtown, Memphis, TN 38104
I support high-achieving women who feel burned out, stuck in perfectionism, or disconnected from themselves. Together we slow down and gently tune into the body’s signals. I offer nervous system education, Somatic Experiencing, parts work, breathwork, and mindfulness to help clients identify fight/flight/freeze, build safety, soften self-criticism, and reconnect with ease. I also lead women’s groups and trainings for therapists. Based in Memphis, TN with virtual sessions available.
I support high-achieving women who feel burned out, stuck in perfectionism, or disconnected from themselves. Together we slow down and gently tune into the body’s signals. I offer nervous system education, Somatic Experiencing, parts work, breathwork, and mindfulness to help clients identify fight/flight/freeze, build safety, soften self-criticism, and reconnect with ease. I also lead women’s groups and trainings for therapists. Based in Memphis, TN with virtual sessions available.
(901) 617-3804 View (901) 617-3804
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Ferren Family Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, NCC
3 Endorsed
Midtown, Memphis, TN 38104
Everyone experiences feelings of anxiety, stress, sadness, and other feelings that are difficult from time to time. When emotional or behavioral problems are disrupting your life, it may be time to reach out for help. At FFC, we offer Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Telehealth, Consultation, and Community Education as means to help our community "Learn. Heal. Thrive."
Everyone experiences feelings of anxiety, stress, sadness, and other feelings that are difficult from time to time. When emotional or behavioral problems are disrupting your life, it may be time to reach out for help. At FFC, we offer Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Telehealth, Consultation, and Community Education as means to help our community "Learn. Heal. Thrive."
(901) 410-9194 View (901) 410-9194
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Teresa M Maxwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPH, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Midtown, Memphis, TN 38104
Licensed in Florida , Mississippi and Tennessee. Services available via Telehealth. Therapy is a partnership. I believe it is important to build a relationship with my client. It is my intent to provide a safe space to work together. I believe it is helpful to assist clients with acknowledging feelings and noticing thoughts with a commitment to actions that align with what is important to the client. I believe in the client's own healing capacity with work on core beliefs about oneself with kindness and self care. Compassion, empathy, and respect for all my clients is what I try to express in the very first session.
Licensed in Florida , Mississippi and Tennessee. Services available via Telehealth. Therapy is a partnership. I believe it is important to build a relationship with my client. It is my intent to provide a safe space to work together. I believe it is helpful to assist clients with acknowledging feelings and noticing thoughts with a commitment to actions that align with what is important to the client. I believe in the client's own healing capacity with work on core beliefs about oneself with kindness and self care. Compassion, empathy, and respect for all my clients is what I try to express in the very first session.
(850) 338-7273 View (850) 338-7273
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Sandra Smith Worlow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
I am a Licensed Clinical/Certified Social worker and licensed to practice in the states of Arkansas and Tennessee. I love direct clinical practice and enjoy assisting clients on their journey to wellness and happiness. Having gone through several life transitions along the way, I love guiding others through that process as well. I enjoy working with both individuals and couples and have experience working with all populations including veterans and active duty service members.
I am a Licensed Clinical/Certified Social worker and licensed to practice in the states of Arkansas and Tennessee. I love direct clinical practice and enjoy assisting clients on their journey to wellness and happiness. Having gone through several life transitions along the way, I love guiding others through that process as well. I enjoy working with both individuals and couples and have experience working with all populations including veterans and active duty service members.
(870) 606-2332 View (870) 606-2332
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Jacob Lackey
Pre-Licensed Professional, T-LPC
Serves Area
I draw from several modalities of therapy, particularly Emotionally Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
Life often presents us with difficult choices and challenges that leave us feeling stressed, drained, and disconnected. In response, we may withdraw, suppress parts of ourselves, and move further away from our values and goals. While these responses are natural, they can create tension in our relationships, work, and emotional lives. I specialize in working with teens and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Whether you're grappling with overwhelming emotions, challenges in relationship, or feeling stuck, I offer a compassionate, affirming space to explore your struggles and strengths.
I draw from several modalities of therapy, particularly Emotionally Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
Life often presents us with difficult choices and challenges that leave us feeling stressed, drained, and disconnected. In response, we may withdraw, suppress parts of ourselves, and move further away from our values and goals. While these responses are natural, they can create tension in our relationships, work, and emotional lives. I specialize in working with teens and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Whether you're grappling with overwhelming emotions, challenges in relationship, or feeling stuck, I offer a compassionate, affirming space to explore your struggles and strengths.
(901) 716-8263 View (901) 716-8263
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Molly K. Fleming
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, YT
Serves Area
Authentic interaction, compassion, and curiosity are central to my work as a relational and experiential therapist. I believe that human development, personality, and mental health are primarily shaped by where we come from: interpersonal relationships (namely our earliest attachments) and the culture and social values that shape our lives. Building more secure connections with others is required to break repetitive cycles in life and to heal from trauma. Therapy can be that secure base. I prioritize a whole-person approach: thoughts, emotions, body awareness, breath, nervous system, choices. We are all of this.
Authentic interaction, compassion, and curiosity are central to my work as a relational and experiential therapist. I believe that human development, personality, and mental health are primarily shaped by where we come from: interpersonal relationships (namely our earliest attachments) and the culture and social values that shape our lives. Building more secure connections with others is required to break repetitive cycles in life and to heal from trauma. Therapy can be that secure base. I prioritize a whole-person approach: thoughts, emotions, body awareness, breath, nervous system, choices. We are all of this.
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Heather Thomasson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you know that something needs to change, but aren't quite sure where to start? I am here to help. Congratulations on taking the first very big step to making a change- finding a therapist. I'm happy to offer a free consultation to see if we are a good fit. I would be honored to join you on your journey of self-exploration, love, and freedom. I offer support from a client-centered perspective that includes positive affirmations, heavy emphasis on self-compassion, challenging of unhealthy thoughts, and building upon skills to allow you to live your best life.
Do you know that something needs to change, but aren't quite sure where to start? I am here to help. Congratulations on taking the first very big step to making a change- finding a therapist. I'm happy to offer a free consultation to see if we are a good fit. I would be honored to join you on your journey of self-exploration, love, and freedom. I offer support from a client-centered perspective that includes positive affirmations, heavy emphasis on self-compassion, challenging of unhealthy thoughts, and building upon skills to allow you to live your best life.
(901) 350-2515 View (901) 350-2515
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Virginia Rantzow
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP , NCC
Serves Area
I take it as a great honor to work with those who are taking steps towards improving their mental health. If you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, tired, and like your resources are not working for you as they should, I welcome you to reach out! I am excited to support you in your work.
I take it as a great honor to work with those who are taking steps towards improving their mental health. If you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, tired, and like your resources are not working for you as they should, I welcome you to reach out! I am excited to support you in your work.
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Sarah Detring
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP, ACS
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
My mission is to create a safe space for individuals to find healing, freedom, and self-acceptance. I'm LGBTQ+ affirming and passionate about helping my clients regain confidence while beginning to love and trust themselves. I help my clients unlearn negative beliefs and begin to change relationship patterns that no longer serve them. I work well with people pleasers, people who struggle to set boundaries, or people who chronically sacrifice themselves for others. When we are able to know what we need and set limits in our relationships, we enhance our emotional well-being and our relationships become healthier.
My mission is to create a safe space for individuals to find healing, freedom, and self-acceptance. I'm LGBTQ+ affirming and passionate about helping my clients regain confidence while beginning to love and trust themselves. I help my clients unlearn negative beliefs and begin to change relationship patterns that no longer serve them. I work well with people pleasers, people who struggle to set boundaries, or people who chronically sacrifice themselves for others. When we are able to know what we need and set limits in our relationships, we enhance our emotional well-being and our relationships become healthier.
(615) 392-1697 View (615) 392-1697
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Caitlin Leggett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR, LPCMHSP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome! Do you feel like anxiety consumes all your energy? Do you get nervous and self-conscious when talking to other people? Does life feel chaotic and unmanageable? These are just a few of the many issues I help my clients work through. Anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, and life stress can definitely leave you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, but you don’t have to go through it alone! I am a Counselor and Art Therapist with experience treating teens and adults for various anxiety and depressive disorders. I am also passionate about assisting clients improve their self-esteem and relationships with others.
Welcome! Do you feel like anxiety consumes all your energy? Do you get nervous and self-conscious when talking to other people? Does life feel chaotic and unmanageable? These are just a few of the many issues I help my clients work through. Anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, and life stress can definitely leave you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, but you don’t have to go through it alone! I am a Counselor and Art Therapist with experience treating teens and adults for various anxiety and depressive disorders. I am also passionate about assisting clients improve their self-esteem and relationships with others.
(901) 472-1396 View (901) 472-1396
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Jay Allen Stone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
I pull from a variety of approaches including talk therapy, ego state/inner child work, emotionally focused therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and EMDR (a highly effective therapeutic intervention for trauma).
As a therapist I strive to provide a safe and nurturing space where you feel free to explore what it means to be you and navigate life’s struggles without judgement. Therapy brings us to some of our most vulnerable moments, and I make it my mission for you to feel heard, validated, and free to discover, maybe for the first time or perhaps again, who you are or who you’d like to become. I help clients navigate ways to improve their lives while also treating trauma-related issues, grief, relational and interpersonal challenges, family of origin issues, depression, and anxiety.
I pull from a variety of approaches including talk therapy, ego state/inner child work, emotionally focused therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and EMDR (a highly effective therapeutic intervention for trauma).
As a therapist I strive to provide a safe and nurturing space where you feel free to explore what it means to be you and navigate life’s struggles without judgement. Therapy brings us to some of our most vulnerable moments, and I make it my mission for you to feel heard, validated, and free to discover, maybe for the first time or perhaps again, who you are or who you’d like to become. I help clients navigate ways to improve their lives while also treating trauma-related issues, grief, relational and interpersonal challenges, family of origin issues, depression, and anxiety.
(901) 403-6807 View (901) 403-6807
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Elizabeth Storey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC-S
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
At New Directions Counseling Center our focus is to create a therapeutic environment for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples to explore new directions and create positive changes in their lives. We believe in identifying and utilizing personal strengths in order to overcome obstacles and develop emotional, behavioral, and physical well-being.
At New Directions Counseling Center our focus is to create a therapeutic environment for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples to explore new directions and create positive changes in their lives. We believe in identifying and utilizing personal strengths in order to overcome obstacles and develop emotional, behavioral, and physical well-being.
(662) 301-7076 View (662) 301-7076
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Dr. Mesha Ellis, Relationship & Sex Therapist
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you troubled by self doubt, questioning your or your partner's level of commitment, or contemplating walking away from a relationship? Perhaps you are feeling disconnected from others or frustrated by an unsatisfying sex life. Is the conflict in your family extreme? Are you struggling to coparent effectively? You may be single and exasperated by the drama that sometimes comes along with dating. Or, a parent who is helplessly watching your child or adolescent struggle educationally or in social relationships. If any of these statements resonate with you, I can help you navigate your journey to contentment, confidence, and bliss.
Are you troubled by self doubt, questioning your or your partner's level of commitment, or contemplating walking away from a relationship? Perhaps you are feeling disconnected from others or frustrated by an unsatisfying sex life. Is the conflict in your family extreme? Are you struggling to coparent effectively? You may be single and exasperated by the drama that sometimes comes along with dating. Or, a parent who is helplessly watching your child or adolescent struggle educationally or in social relationships. If any of these statements resonate with you, I can help you navigate your journey to contentment, confidence, and bliss.
(678) 905-7862 View (678) 905-7862
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Becky Short Davis
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I approach clients as uniquely beautiful and gifted and work to assist clients in overcoming barriers that prevent them from embracing their innate strengths. I affirm all gender identities, religions, disabilities, ethnicities, and cultures and encourage clients to find healing within each aspect of their person. Life can be exhilarating and shattering, pleasant and painful, beautiful and horrific. All emotions tell us something about ourselves and our circumstances. All emotions are good and should be handled with care, because they are the forces that lead us to ourselves.
I approach clients as uniquely beautiful and gifted and work to assist clients in overcoming barriers that prevent them from embracing their innate strengths. I affirm all gender identities, religions, disabilities, ethnicities, and cultures and encourage clients to find healing within each aspect of their person. Life can be exhilarating and shattering, pleasant and painful, beautiful and horrific. All emotions tell us something about ourselves and our circumstances. All emotions are good and should be handled with care, because they are the forces that lead us to ourselves.
(901) 657-1606 View (901) 657-1606

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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.