Therapists in Nashville, TN

You want relief from the past that keeps haunting you—the memories, the self-doubt, the cycles you can’t seem to break. You long for deeper connections but feel held back, unsure how to move forward. If you're looking for a therapist who is a hopeful realist—someone who will meet you compassionately while also challenging you—reach out. Therapy isn’t just about comfort; it’s about expanding your capacity to show up fully in your life. Together, we can unburden the parts of you that feel stuck.
You want relief from the past that keeps haunting you—the memories, the self-doubt, the cycles you can’t seem to break. You long for deeper connections but feel held back, unsure how to move forward. If you're looking for a therapist who is a hopeful realist—someone who will meet you compassionately while also challenging you—reach out. Therapy isn’t just about comfort; it’s about expanding your capacity to show up fully in your life. Together, we can unburden the parts of you that feel stuck.

The presence of mental health struggles and the need for interpersonal support on your journey of self-discovery, self-care, self-love, and self-healing should not feel like a burden, but for many individuals it does. As a therapist, my goal is to meet you where you are in your mental health journey and offer you the permission, opportunity, and non-judgemental space to unapologetically process your mental health.
The presence of mental health struggles and the need for interpersonal support on your journey of self-discovery, self-care, self-love, and self-healing should not feel like a burden, but for many individuals it does. As a therapist, my goal is to meet you where you are in your mental health journey and offer you the permission, opportunity, and non-judgemental space to unapologetically process your mental health.

Sometimes life can feel overwhelming or just plain hard. Do you need someone to walk with you on your individual journey toward healing? If you struggle with affects of trauma, reactivity to difficult life events or people, relationship issues, feeling stuck, self criticism, emotional turmoil, codependency, burn out, or transition, I'd like to face it with you. Together we can look at your challenges and approach them in ways that feel right to you. It's never too late to move toward having the life you really want.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming or just plain hard. Do you need someone to walk with you on your individual journey toward healing? If you struggle with affects of trauma, reactivity to difficult life events or people, relationship issues, feeling stuck, self criticism, emotional turmoil, codependency, burn out, or transition, I'd like to face it with you. Together we can look at your challenges and approach them in ways that feel right to you. It's never too late to move toward having the life you really want.

Counseling By Camryn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
Hi there! Welcome to Counseling by Camryn. I'm Camryn, and I'm here to help you make sense of life's ups and downs. With a focus on grief therapy and trauma, and trained in EMDR, I aim to support your healing. Together, we'll address those hidden feelings that surface at inconvenient times, ensuring they don’t hold you back. Let's work through them, so they become part of your past without affecting your future path.
Hi there! Welcome to Counseling by Camryn. I'm Camryn, and I'm here to help you make sense of life's ups and downs. With a focus on grief therapy and trauma, and trained in EMDR, I aim to support your healing. Together, we'll address those hidden feelings that surface at inconvenient times, ensuring they don’t hold you back. Let's work through them, so they become part of your past without affecting your future path.

Are you feeling lost or overwhelmed after a major life change, such as becoming a new parent, starting a new career, or just feeling generally unsatisfied with life? Maybe you struggle with feelings of inadequacy, or you're tired of being the one who always holds everything together in your relationships. It doesn't have to be this way! Life should be enjoyable, and you deserve to find joy and fulfillment. I am here to help you reclaim your happiness and sense of self. Let's take this journey together!
Are you feeling lost or overwhelmed after a major life change, such as becoming a new parent, starting a new career, or just feeling generally unsatisfied with life? Maybe you struggle with feelings of inadequacy, or you're tired of being the one who always holds everything together in your relationships. It doesn't have to be this way! Life should be enjoyable, and you deserve to find joy and fulfillment. I am here to help you reclaim your happiness and sense of self. Let's take this journey together!

Paul Jamison: Anxiety and OCD
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37203
Welcome! I specialize and have years of experience treating all themes of OCD and anxiety (panic attacks, health anxiety, driving anxiety, phobia's,) as well as other OC spectrum disorders such as body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), and body-focused-repetitive-behaviors (BFRB's) like skin picking and hair pulling. I would be honored to hear your story, and give you skills to help you move forward wherever you are in life.
Welcome! I specialize and have years of experience treating all themes of OCD and anxiety (panic attacks, health anxiety, driving anxiety, phobia's,) as well as other OC spectrum disorders such as body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), and body-focused-repetitive-behaviors (BFRB's) like skin picking and hair pulling. I would be honored to hear your story, and give you skills to help you move forward wherever you are in life.

Happy Hello! My name is Dayciaa Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor. I'm delighted that you are embarking upon the enriching and exciting experience of therapy with Rula Health. I am here to empower, encourage and enlighten you with resources and tools to make your personal investment in getting counseled beneficial and productive for you. My approach to providing therapy is first and foremost, client-centered/person-centered. I believe in unconditional positive regard toward all my clients. I often utilize CBT and DBT, as well as Trauma-Informed Therapy for clients who have experienced PTSD.
Happy Hello! My name is Dayciaa Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor. I'm delighted that you are embarking upon the enriching and exciting experience of therapy with Rula Health. I am here to empower, encourage and enlighten you with resources and tools to make your personal investment in getting counseled beneficial and productive for you. My approach to providing therapy is first and foremost, client-centered/person-centered. I believe in unconditional positive regard toward all my clients. I often utilize CBT and DBT, as well as Trauma-Informed Therapy for clients who have experienced PTSD.

Joash Koh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MMFT, MAPC, EFT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Each session is specifically designed to help you navigate difficulties and give you a greater sense of safety, deeper connection, and satisfaction. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in relationships and intimacy. With years of clinical experience, I can help you to heal from anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, feeling stuck, or relationship issues, including infidelity, complex trauma, and abuse. I have many years of clinical experience working with diverse individuals and couples. My clients love my authenticity and healing space to grow in a safe space that aligns with their goals and values.
Each session is specifically designed to help you navigate difficulties and give you a greater sense of safety, deeper connection, and satisfaction. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in relationships and intimacy. With years of clinical experience, I can help you to heal from anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, feeling stuck, or relationship issues, including infidelity, complex trauma, and abuse. I have many years of clinical experience working with diverse individuals and couples. My clients love my authenticity and healing space to grow in a safe space that aligns with their goals and values.

Have you been considering seeking help from a mental health professional? Or maybe you’ve decided to give therapy another try. The foundation of an effective therapeutic relationship begins with finding a therapist with whom you have a good fit and connection. I will meet you with compassion and empathy, while also guiding you towards self-exploration and increased awareness. I believe that we navigate life and view the world through a lens influenced by our society and culture. I will support you in your process of becoming more of the person you want to be and help you commit to actions that align with your desired goals.
Have you been considering seeking help from a mental health professional? Or maybe you’ve decided to give therapy another try. The foundation of an effective therapeutic relationship begins with finding a therapist with whom you have a good fit and connection. I will meet you with compassion and empathy, while also guiding you towards self-exploration and increased awareness. I believe that we navigate life and view the world through a lens influenced by our society and culture. I will support you in your process of becoming more of the person you want to be and help you commit to actions that align with your desired goals.

Here’s the bad news: now more than ever, there is an epidemic of pain and loneliness. More and more people report feeling isolated and depressed within the most recent years. This can be extremely emotionally painful and debilitating. You may be seeking therapy right now to relive that emotional pain. But here’s the good news: You do not have to stay stuck in this pain. There is help available for you and all who want to heal. Therapy is one of those avenues, and it is hard but worthwhile and rewarding work.
Here’s the bad news: now more than ever, there is an epidemic of pain and loneliness. More and more people report feeling isolated and depressed within the most recent years. This can be extremely emotionally painful and debilitating. You may be seeking therapy right now to relive that emotional pain. But here’s the good news: You do not have to stay stuck in this pain. There is help available for you and all who want to heal. Therapy is one of those avenues, and it is hard but worthwhile and rewarding work.

Ashton Anselmo
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, MHSP, Temp
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
My ideal client wants to be their whole self in therapy and feel free to cry, laugh, curse, or make cultural references in session. I am most sought out by progressive clients in need of a therapist who values authenticity, cultural humility, and social justice. My clients usually have multiple historically exploited identities (LGBTQ+, POC, women, etc.) and are often fellow healers, helpers, teachers, students, and artists. I frequently work with non-monogamous clients and neuro-divergent clients due to my knowledge and lived experience. I enjoy helping make evidence based approaches more accessible to a diverse range of clients.
My ideal client wants to be their whole self in therapy and feel free to cry, laugh, curse, or make cultural references in session. I am most sought out by progressive clients in need of a therapist who values authenticity, cultural humility, and social justice. My clients usually have multiple historically exploited identities (LGBTQ+, POC, women, etc.) and are often fellow healers, helpers, teachers, students, and artists. I frequently work with non-monogamous clients and neuro-divergent clients due to my knowledge and lived experience. I enjoy helping make evidence based approaches more accessible to a diverse range of clients.
Meet Our Therapists

Each of us shapes and is shaped by the relationships we have with others, with our bodies, with our stories, with our cultures, and with our worlds. We find ourselves here and now because of where we’ve been and what has happened, because of how we carry our experiences forward and how they have made us. I am awed by the creative resilience with which we integrate or shoulder the burdens we’ve felt. I find astonishing and courageous the ways in which we not only survive, but find ways to thrive, to express ourselves, and live into the fullness of human experience despite those things that have hurt us and that hurt us now.
Each of us shapes and is shaped by the relationships we have with others, with our bodies, with our stories, with our cultures, and with our worlds. We find ourselves here and now because of where we’ve been and what has happened, because of how we carry our experiences forward and how they have made us. I am awed by the creative resilience with which we integrate or shoulder the burdens we’ve felt. I find astonishing and courageous the ways in which we not only survive, but find ways to thrive, to express ourselves, and live into the fullness of human experience despite those things that have hurt us and that hurt us now.

Zenith Consulting & Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist, PhD, MSCP, HSP
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37203
The world in which we live is fast-pace and changes rapidly. The providers at Zenith are culturally competent to meet the needs of many. We are results-driven to help each patient/client with their issues and achieve their goals. Our goal is to meet the needs and not have a forever client.
The world in which we live is fast-pace and changes rapidly. The providers at Zenith are culturally competent to meet the needs of many. We are results-driven to help each patient/client with their issues and achieve their goals. Our goal is to meet the needs and not have a forever client.

Ingrid Ransom Boje
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
“Accepting new clients with evening availability. Reduced rate available by request.”
Are you feeling disconnected, alone, and overwhelmed? Struggling with closeness in relationships, including the one to yourself? If so, you are in good company!
My own personal therapy, recovery, and spirituality are something I am deeply committed to and I know from first hand experience how brave it is to start and continue this journey. At the same time, therapy and healing has the potential for laughter and fun!
My approach to therapy is highly relational. I have been described a direct, compassionate, goofy, and creative.
“Accepting new clients with evening availability. Reduced rate available by request.”
Are you feeling disconnected, alone, and overwhelmed? Struggling with closeness in relationships, including the one to yourself? If so, you are in good company!
My own personal therapy, recovery, and spirituality are something I am deeply committed to and I know from first hand experience how brave it is to start and continue this journey. At the same time, therapy and healing has the potential for laughter and fun!
My approach to therapy is highly relational. I have been described a direct, compassionate, goofy, and creative.

If you are looking for help determining a direction, establishing more peace or satisfaction in your life, or just seeking additional information or help for managing a specific disorder, I can help. I have experience working with neurodivergence, depression, anxiety, and co-occurring complexity (when substance use is also present). I provide an approach in which one learns compassion-based resilience, and this is to say that we can learn to give ourselves a break, while also working toward empowerment or taking control.
If you are looking for help determining a direction, establishing more peace or satisfaction in your life, or just seeking additional information or help for managing a specific disorder, I can help. I have experience working with neurodivergence, depression, anxiety, and co-occurring complexity (when substance use is also present). I provide an approach in which one learns compassion-based resilience, and this is to say that we can learn to give ourselves a break, while also working toward empowerment or taking control.

Hello! I'm Sean Gearson, I'm a licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Tennessee. I graduated with a master's degree in counseling from Harding School of Theology in 2010 and have been working with youth and families ever since. I take a client centered and solution focused approach to therapy and have expertise work with survivors of trauma and traumatic grief. I hope to provide a warm and safe therapeutic environment for people to find rest and healing. If you are looking for a brash, confrontational therapist you might want to keep looking.
Hello! I'm Sean Gearson, I'm a licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Tennessee. I graduated with a master's degree in counseling from Harding School of Theology in 2010 and have been working with youth and families ever since. I take a client centered and solution focused approach to therapy and have expertise work with survivors of trauma and traumatic grief. I hope to provide a warm and safe therapeutic environment for people to find rest and healing. If you are looking for a brash, confrontational therapist you might want to keep looking.

Friends, life can be hard! From tween/teen girls asking questions like, what if they don’t like me? Am I good enough? Anxiety and stress about school, relationships, work, and life often overwhelm them. To young adult women and mothers asking themselves, am I doing this right? What am I even doing with my life? The anxiety, stress, and self doubt continues to overwhelm. At any stage it can all feel isolating or like you’re going crazy. Good news! You aren’t going crazy. You’re being human!
Friends, life can be hard! From tween/teen girls asking questions like, what if they don’t like me? Am I good enough? Anxiety and stress about school, relationships, work, and life often overwhelm them. To young adult women and mothers asking themselves, am I doing this right? What am I even doing with my life? The anxiety, stress, and self doubt continues to overwhelm. At any stage it can all feel isolating or like you’re going crazy. Good news! You aren’t going crazy. You’re being human!

Kelly M. Franklin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37206
I believe everyone envisions their own path to peace and fulfillment that meets somewhere between the reality of difficult life events and a hope for a different outcome. When those dreams become lost or distorted it takes great courage to reach out for help and I am glad you are here taking that first step! Through a Christ centered focus, I specialize in helping individuals struggling through trauma, anxiety, depression, and negative religious experiences. I am passionate about providing a space that feels safe where you can feel seen and heard without judgement.
I believe everyone envisions their own path to peace and fulfillment that meets somewhere between the reality of difficult life events and a hope for a different outcome. When those dreams become lost or distorted it takes great courage to reach out for help and I am glad you are here taking that first step! Through a Christ centered focus, I specialize in helping individuals struggling through trauma, anxiety, depression, and negative religious experiences. I am passionate about providing a space that feels safe where you can feel seen and heard without judgement.

Political stress? I can help! The world is pretty crazy right now and that can be incredibly challenging to cope with. I've helped countless clients deal with current and existential stress - let's find some balance during this stressful time. I can combine this work with looking at and resolving past trauma, reducing general anxiety, increasing self-worth, and generally feeling better. Life can be incredibly difficult and therapy won't always be easy, but if you truly want to be different I can help with that. You can't change the world but with some help you can change how it affects you.
Political stress? I can help! The world is pretty crazy right now and that can be incredibly challenging to cope with. I've helped countless clients deal with current and existential stress - let's find some balance during this stressful time. I can combine this work with looking at and resolving past trauma, reducing general anxiety, increasing self-worth, and generally feeling better. Life can be incredibly difficult and therapy won't always be easy, but if you truly want to be different I can help with that. You can't change the world but with some help you can change how it affects you.

Hello, my name is Lauren Hudson, LCSW. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Tennessee. I love helping people understand they are not alone in this journey of life and that I can help them find peace in a world of chaos! I became a therapist to help people understand they do not have to suffer in silence and can become the best version of themselves.
Hello, my name is Lauren Hudson, LCSW. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Tennessee. I love helping people understand they are not alone in this journey of life and that I can help them find peace in a world of chaos! I became a therapist to help people understand they do not have to suffer in silence and can become the best version of themselves.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Nashville, TN
2,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Nashville, TN who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
85% | Depression |
75% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
70% | Coping Skills |
68% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
84% | Aetna |
79% | Cigna and Evernorth |
62% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Nashville, TN see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Nashville?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.