Therapists in Nashville, TN

You are a busy professional and you have arrived. For years, you’ve been planning and plotting your path and you are now well on your way. And, something feels just a bit off. Like, “wasn’t I supposed to be happy and content -or something?” For some reason, life is not feeling as full and rich as you’d pictured, and all the research on how to make things better thus far, has not yielded the desired results! Despite checking all the boxes (like, every last damn one), you are still left feeling more anxious, stressed, or depressed than you’d like. Why do things on the inside that don’t match what’s happening in your life?

I seek to be open and inclusive with each client. I am trained in in-depth psychotherapy and enjoy exploring the deeper roots of presenting problems with a goal of practical application of insight. I am a licensed Clinical Pastoral Therapist & clinical supervisor with over 25 years of experience. I particularly like working with couples in crisis. I have experience with clergy and clergy families, therapists, spiritual issues & issues of faith, Addiction Recovery, Anxiety, Depression, Grief & loss, Dilemmas in parenting, Premarital counseling, Relationship issues, Self-image issues, Stress & Trauma among other presenting issues.

Feeling scared or alone? Seeking help or guidance? Don't know what to do next? I am here to help. I offer support, hope, and healing for individuals and families suffering from Substance Use Disorders. My goal is to partner with those seeking recovery to set achievable goals for growth while encouraging clients to embrace discomfort. I have extensive experience treating Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and co-occurring mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I also offer substance use assessments for courts and probation offices using ASAM criteria and DSM-V diagnostic tools.

Two values I strive for in the therapy room are understanding and security. When you walk through my door, I want you to feel the kind of safety that allows you to get cozy on the sofa and take a deep breath before diving into what matters most to you. Throughout the process, my hope is that all parts of you - those you love and know well and those that you struggle with or push away in your daily life - feel welcome, seen, appreciated, and understood. My clients are primarily adult individuals and low-conflict couples, who hope to find healing and connection within themselves and with others.

I have been counseling for 21 years in a private practice setting in mental health related areas with individuals, couples, and families. I provide treatment for relationships, marital, military combat trauma, sexual abuse, Post Traumatic Stress (PTSD) and other related stress disorders, depression, addiction recovery, adjustments, anger, and stress management.

Has anxiety, depression, self-doubt, or a past trauma, made it difficult to sort through all the noise? Do relationships seem to deplete, rather than fulfill you? Would you like to use your insight and life experience to clarify who you are and what you need? And then, find the strength to take care of those needs? If you have a longing or urge for change, but don't know how to get there, I would love to help. Reaching out can be a first step in acknowledging that your needs matter. Couples and individuals, I look forward to connecting with you and helping you down the path toward contentment and life satisfaction.

Missy has worked in the field of mental health for over fifteen years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She is experienced in working with individuals, couples and youth in the areas of trauma, attachment, depression, anxiety, grief, relational issues, body image, personal growth and self care. In addition to being a mental health clinician, Missy is a registered yoga teacher, with well over 500 hours of training, and an additional 300 hour certification in yoga therapy.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, burnout, or just stuck and need someone to talk to, I'm here to help. I work with clients to process their concerns, then collaborate with them to identify and work towards their goals in a safe, nonjudgmental space. I use an integrative, strengths-based approach based on clients' needs to help them learn to prioritize their mental health and overall wellbeing while navigating through life's ups and downs. I am a person-centered counselor who recognizes the importance of uncovering the ways in which a person’s past can influence their current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Is your life disorganized and feel unmanageable? Are you distracted, barely pulling it together to get to work on time, while your friends radiate success? You are smart, creative, and funny. But, the degree on the wall doesn't help you feel like less of a failure. No wonder you can feel overwhelmed and have depression and anxiety. I've been there and have compassion for your struggles. I can help.

I help women and girls unlock their true potential in therapy by providing a space that is filled with empathy, authenticity, and inspiration. My holistic approach to therapy is hands-on and client-centered, as each woman's story is unique. I believe that one of the first and most powerful steps in therapy is simply developing an innate sense of self awareness around your thoughts, emotions, and story while learning to make meaning from past experiences. Providing a relatable and modern approach to therapy is one of my main goals as I help you learn to break free from negative patterns that keep getting you stuck.

My goal is to utilize the individual strengths of all clients for the sake of enabling them to accomplish their goals, overcome hardships, and live up to their fullest potential. This possibility is readily available to all willing to adopt new perspectives and practices to their day to day lives. I am passionate about meeting clients where they are for the sake of discovering the perspectives and interests that make people excited about the lives they live. I am credentialed as a Licensed Professional Counselor/Mental Health Service Provider.

Many obstacles can interfere with living life to its fullest, but they don't have to. Creating a focused plan and sticking with it can be life changing, and at times deeper issues are at play. In my practice I work with high performing individuals such as Athletes, Entertainers and Public Figures, as well as their families. Having competed and worked in the Sport and Entertainment Industries for more than twenty years, I've developed a unique approach incorporating performance psychology, positive mental health and mindfulness to consistently help clients around the world meet and exceed their goals.

I've worked with folks from a variety of ages, backgrounds, and presenting issues. One common experience that I've found brings people to therapy is often a feeling that your life is in some way not aligned with what you would like it to be or how you see yourself living it. You might be looking for a confidence boost or to make some meaningful changes in your life. I've worked with veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, trauma survivors, and more to identify coping skills, perspective shifts, and goals to start moving forward in your life.

I believe in the counseling process; the space it opens internally and the shifting it can provide for clients and families on their life's journey. With over a decade of counseling children and adolescents in Metro Nashville Public Schools, I have a unique and expansive experience working with children, adolescents, and their families as they find togetherness, and themselves.

Do you or someone you love struggle with addiction? My passion is working with individuals and families dealing with drug and alcohol abuse. Feelings of shame, anger, and confusion are common when faced with this illness. You are not alone! For the past 15 years, I have worked with the best addiction professionals in the country, and bring their collective knowledge and compassion to each individual that I work with. Every client is different, and what works for one person, may not work for another. Together, we can find a solution so you can reclaim your life and your purpose.

Stacey works for Ready Nest Counseling and specializes in maternal mental health. She helps individuals and couples navigate the transition through conception, pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, loss, and parenthood.

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Sometimes the hard things in life can make you feel disconnected from yourself or your partner. You might be experiencing overwhelming emotions. Maybe you feel stuck, afraid, or confused. You want to find a way to move forward with your story and feel joy again. Therapy is a messy— but hopeful— journey of discovering what’s truly beneath the surface.