Therapists in Nashville, TN

I work with men and couples. I help my clients become the best possible version of themselves- in work, relationships, and life. The healthiest son, husband, father, and friend.

I am a psychotherapist at Music City Psych. I'm passionate about helping people heal themselves, bring joy into their lives, reach their goals and improve their relationships. I specialize in working with folks with anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorders, ADHD, OCD, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, women's and body-image issues, in addition to those working through challenging life transitions. My clients want a safe space to explore their wants and needs, and to experience positive changes in life from their therapy experience. Whatever your best life is, I am here to help you find a way to live it.

I have always said a willing client is my favorite kind of client. It is likely you do not want to feel unwanted emotions, you don't even have to engage in self-improvement but the question is... are you willing to take a leap of faith towards personal healing?

Real life is messy and can leave you feeling broken. Interpersonal relationships, careers, marriage, divorce, raising children, life transitions–the human experience is comprised of struggles & pain; loss & sorrow; heartbreak & regret. But what if healing, & ultimately joy, another facet of the human experience, come from the mess? What if you, your child, or your family, had someone to walk through the mess with you? Someone to cultivate a safe space, approach you with warmth, compassion, validation, and authenticity? What if someone believed in healing & joy for you, amidst the mess, until you could experience it for yourself?

Sometimes, your teen has experienced a traumatic event or is just having difficulty navigating life’s changes, such as divorce; the death of a family member; adoption; or adjusting to school, friends, and their self-identity. Communicating how they feel, especially to their parents, is not a teen’s strong point. As a result, both the teen and parents become frustrated. Adolescence is a significant life transition. Without some guidance (or interpreter), the process becomes a rocky road for all involved.

It’s kinda hard to be a child today. I think most would also say it’s kinda hard to be a parent today as well. Does it often feel like that the frustration levels at your home sometime push everyone in your family to exaggeration? Kids refusing to go to bed, teens unable to speak, chores or school work not completed, or worse—feelings of hopelessness with your child not able to enjoy life as usual? Has it become more difficult for your child to manage through another day due to grief, anxiety, or events? It can be hard working through these feelings, and I would like to work with you to help navigate through whatever is happening.

I have always been aware of my undeniable passion for individual counseling, which is why I began my private practice in 2016. I want to offer people a way to live their lives effectively in the present. What does that mean? It means making wise decisions that help us feel a sense of congruence about the life we are living.

I believe that there is hope and possibility in life for all people. I want to empower individuals and families to expand their capacity, find brave space and write a new story for themselves. Clients I work with struggle with many different things - anxiety, depression and/ or low self esteem or they may have warped relationships with food, money or sex. Yet, through creating a place where they can listen to themselves, challenge the old stories that are no longer serving them and tapping into the courage to imagine and build a new future - growth happens. Growth is possible and each person has the ability to thrive.

I believe when clients have a safe place with genuine understanding and free of judgement, they are able to be their true selves and do their best work. With support and some guidance, clients have the opportunity to rediscover their strengths, build self-awareness and experience true connection which can lead to a life of purpose and fulfillment. I believe if you are willing, you have the ability to take action and kindle the fire inside of you to kick-start the changes you want to see in your life. I am passionate about helping to empower you to achieve your goals by bringing hope and possibility through psychotherapy.

Life can feel overwhelming when you do not enjoy being with yourself. Sometimes thoughts, feelings, or relationships can be all-consuming, which leads us to feel like we have lost all control. Yet, attempts to control the thought, emotion, relationship, or our physical bodies often lead to behaviors later regretted. You may know that something needs to change but struggle to know how to change it.

As humans we all have our own vulnerabilities, desires, insecurities, and each of us, our own past. Working with a counselor is a tool of empowerment that allows us to meet our goals, create self awareness, and foster changes we wish to see in our lives. With life’s twists and turns, we can get out of balance and have struggles with adapting to our ever-changing surroundings. I work with clients to find healing and growth in a safe, non-judgmental space.

Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed? Maybe you've been having thoughts of not being good enough or questioning your identity. You might be the kind of person who is used to having it all figured out and can usually manage things on your own, but lately it’s been feeling like too much to handle. Stress is starting to negatively impact your relationships, work, and health. Trying to carry this weight can be physically and emotionally exhausting especially when you’re trying to do it alone. That’s where I come in.