Positive Psychology Therapists in Memphis, TN
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Stephanie Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My work as a therapist is guided by the humanist theory that people can heal and grow if they have assistance that is genuine, empathetic, and accepting. I believe that when we accept ourselves exactly as we are, then we can find the strength to change behaviors that are not serving us. I specialize in working with people who have substance use, anxiety, depression, and interpersonal conflict issues. The approaches I use are informed by dialectic behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing,
positive psychology
, attachment theory, and family systems theory. I am trained in EMDR.

Alysha Stella
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified
Verified
Accepting New Clients - The brain is absolutely fascinating and I believe that the more one learns about the brain and the way it functions, the more optimal life can be. Understanding how you think and function is an important guide to helping clients. You are so much more than your struggles with addiction, relationships, coping skills, or medical diagnoses. I am here to listen and work collaboratively with you to make the steps to improve your life and well-being. I have experience with a variety of populations and make it a priority to operate in a culturally sensitive and aware approach.

Mary Hilgeman Neal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, S
Verified
Verified
Hi! I have a passion working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and work life balance. I meet you where you are and challenge you as we work together to make needed changes in your life and heal from past experiences. I help you help yourself to improve your life for long lasting progress that will sustain past our time together. I strive to help you find joy in multiple areas of your life, improve your relationships, identify coping skills, and help you become a better communicator.

Teresa Hall-Franklin
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
With 18 years of experience, you're in good hands! Call 901.608.1000 for a next day appointment.

Sequoria Milligan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is a journey of change, self-expression, experiences, transitions, and growth. Sometimes we feel great and other days not so great. No matter what phase of life we are experiencing, I would like to be there to help. I'm experienced in providing therapeutic mental health services to adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, career and self-awareness concerns, anger issues and other emotional regulations.

Lauren Hudson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Tired of life catching you off guard? Need help unlocking the tools to be the greatest version of yourself? Let me help and guide you to a fulfilling and engaging life. I am with Anchored in Healing Counseling & Coaching. The past 7 years, I have worked with a variety of clients that struggle with depression, conflict management and anxiety. I have worked closely with families and assisted with behavior modification and problem solving. I want to help those suffering in silence find their voice. I can assist with identifying key areas of struggle and ways to manage those issues.

Dr. Lisa Stillion
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
Verified
Verified
Often, life gets away from us before we realize how quickly things have changed. Life is a process of personal growth and evolution. It is also a process of building and maintaining relationships with people in a world that is constantly in flux. In my Individual Therapy and Family Therapy practice, I focus on partnering with you to explore challenges around interpersonal relationships, behavioral problems, sexual identity and behaviors, self-esteem, core beliefs/values, and many other aspects of life.
Not accepting new clients

Tina Hazlewood
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
*I am not taking new clients at this time.* Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Mental Health Service Provider. Over the last 12 years, I have worked with a variety of clients including women and children who have experienced domestic violence. I have facilitated anger management groups and have worked with families in the foster care system. I also have several years of experience working with individuals that have experienced complex trauma. I also provide licensure supervision for those seeking a LPC license in the state of TN.
Waitlist for new clients

Longmire Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Committed to helping individuals, couples and families navigate the complexities of life and tackle other stressors that affect them throughout their journeys. It is my aim to be an interactive and solution focused therapist combining education, experience, creativity, and sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling.

Chima Onwuka
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
As a Clinical Mental Health Therapist, I can be there to support, motivate, teach, and give you the skills to live a better life. I have years of experience working in psychiatric hospitals with adult clients that suffered from depression, suicide, bipolar, schizophrenia, anger management, substance abuse, etc.. I have experience working with teens that struggle with problem sexual behavior such as rape, incest, bestiality, and others while also providing therapy for teens to manage their emotions and behavior. I have experience working with clients that dealt with childhood trauma. I have done individual, family, and group therapy.

Brandy J. Flynn Counseling & Consulting Services
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you ready to take that step but don't know where that step will lead you? Are you tired of trying to solve your own problems that are never getting solved? Are you tired of the cliche' of what people tell you what you SHOULD be doing instead of helping you with what you COULD be doing? If yes, then let's start the process of making you a better you.

Eric Cassius
Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP, CHT
Verified
10 Endorsed
Verified
10 Endorsed
With over 20 years of experience I have worked with clients from all over Memphis. Clients are motivated to change and address their issues upon the initial session. Whether a client is an adult or adolescent I treat each person who comes to my office as an individual with their own special needs. I specialize in Hypnotherapy for Stopping Smoking, Weight Loss, Stress, Anxiety, Concentration, Focus, Athletic Performance, Male and Female Sexual Dysfunction, Couples Counseling, Family Therapy, Adolescent Behavioral Therapy, ADHD Testing, and Study Coaching. For more information please feel free to contact me or check out my website: Cassiusandassociates.com

Blake Ellis Tims
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MMFC, MTS, GrCert
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working with individuals and/or families who want to improve or maintain their mental, emotional, and/or spiritual wellbeing. Additionally, I enjoy working with athletes on both sport performance and mental health counseling. I currently serve as the Director of Mental Health and Sports Performance for The University of Memphis Athletics.

Ella W Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you anxious about life stressors? Medical issues? Family issues? Are you losing sleep because of the worries of life? Are you not able to get out of the bed due to depression – worry – relationship issues? Are you a Veteran who feels alone - do not think people are concerned about your experiences with the military or transition to civilian life? Are you struggling with issues faced as we age? Do you have low self-esteem? Life's situations can bring about feelings of anger, frustration, anxiety, hopelessness, and self-doubt. You may even feel alone, inadequate, or misunderstood. Seek emotional support to restore wellbeing.
Waitlist for new clients

Maya M Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ICST
Verified
Verified
Hi! My name is Maya Johnson I am a Master's level Mental Health Counselor under supervision. I have been practicing as a therapist for about 4 years. I currently hold a bachelor's in psychology and a master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I assist individuals who are looking to improve self-esteem, manage depression and anxiety, utilize coping strategies, and guide adolescence and adults through healing the mind and body.

Holly Wade
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Would you like to find a way to recognize the positive things in your life and enjoy them without self doubt and anxiety? Are you in recovery from abuse or another traumatic event? Many people lose hope without realizing there are effective treatments to reduce reactivity and learn to walk through difficult times with grace. All of the Brené Brown, LMSW, PhD treatment models (The Daring Way™, Rising Strong and Gifts of Imperfection) help you recognize your authenticity and gain skills to move through life with purpose and grace. EMDR can also help ease past trauma's and allow you to thrive despite difficult past experiences.
Waitlist for new clients

Cynthia Lu'aune Poole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, CTP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Often, we find ourselves traveling through life not trusting to share our challenges, thoughts and feelings with the external world. Together we can explore what you’re facing. Whether you’re experiencing Depression, Anxiety, Attachments and Negative Thinking, you don’t have to make the journey alone. My treatment approach enhances the Wholistic Person. I am someone that will work alongside of you in a safe and trusting environment. “You Only Need a Heart Full of Grace and a Soul Generated by Love" ~ Dr. Martin Luther King "Together We're Better".

Paul M Dunaway
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MHSP, CCMHC, CRC
Verified
Verified
Change can be a difficult thing to accomplish on your own when the methods you have tried in the past have been unsuccessful. Sometimes it requires someone asking the hard questions that you have avoided or the questions you didn't know to ask yourself. If you are looking to make positive changes in your life then it may be time to enlist the help of a licensed counselor.

Lindsey Foxx
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Lindsey is a counselor with a specialization in expressive art communication. She has experience working as an outpatient counselor, school therapist and case manager. Lindsey has worked with clients across the life span and with a wide range of concerns including: frustration tolerance, depression, stress, anxiety, parenting problems, motivation and self-confidence issues. She also has experience working with individuals who have experienced mental or physical trauma. Lindsey’s counseling style is person centered which means the client’s preferences guide the course of sessions.

Truth Reveal Recover Health and Wellness, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified
Verified
Truth Reveal Recover Health and Wellness, LLC is about healing and restoration. As a therapist, I go along the healing journey with you to help you reach who you see as your true self. There are parts of us that have become oppressed by anxiety, depression, lack of confidence, trauma, amongst other things. The journey of healing begins with you! Let's heal! Allow me on your journey of healing so that you may reveal the truths you need from the traumas that held you captive within yourself. Truth Reveal Recover provides a safe, open and warm space where you can start your healing. Let's Heal!
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Positive Psychology Therapists
How does positive psychology therapy work?
Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.
When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?
If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviors differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?
The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.
Is positive psychology effective in therapy?
Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.