Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Nashville, TN
I work with adolescents and adults who have experiences of developmental trauma, dissociation including DID and OSDD, and non-ordinary states.
Do you sometimes feel sad without fully understanding why? Does your mind or body long for rest but feel stuck in shutdown or overdrive? Do you feel self-critical, protective, angry, or self-sabotaging while also longing for closeness, gentleness, and care? Is it hard at times to feel connected and comfortable in your relationships? Are you seeking healing from developmental trauma, complicated grief, or relational wounds?
If so, you’re not alone– these are deeply human experiences. Therapy can be a supportive place to gently sort through what feels overwhelming, at a pace that feels right for you.
I work with adolescents and adults who have experiences of developmental trauma, dissociation including DID and OSDD, and non-ordinary states.
Do you sometimes feel sad without fully understanding why? Does your mind or body long for rest but feel stuck in shutdown or overdrive? Do you feel self-critical, protective, angry, or self-sabotaging while also longing for closeness, gentleness, and care? Is it hard at times to feel connected and comfortable in your relationships? Are you seeking healing from developmental trauma, complicated grief, or relational wounds?
If so, you’re not alone– these are deeply human experiences. Therapy can be a supportive place to gently sort through what feels overwhelming, at a pace that feels right for you.
I tailor interventions to each client, including developmentally appropriate strategies for children and teens.
Life can feel overwhelming, and you deserve a safe space to sort through stress and emotions. I walk alongside you with compassion and evidence-based support so you can heal and thrive. I believe therapy should feel human, so I tailor my approach to your unique needs. I’m a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish) who offers a warm, nonjudgmental space. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression,trauma, relationship issues, or major life changes, we’ll work together to build skills, insight, and the life you want.
I tailor interventions to each client, including developmentally appropriate strategies for children and teens.
Life can feel overwhelming, and you deserve a safe space to sort through stress and emotions. I walk alongside you with compassion and evidence-based support so you can heal and thrive. I believe therapy should feel human, so I tailor my approach to your unique needs. I’m a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish) who offers a warm, nonjudgmental space. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression,trauma, relationship issues, or major life changes, we’ll work together to build skills, insight, and the life you want.
Healing begins when we recognize how past pain influences our current behaviors and beliefs. But, it's not enough to just understand our past: we must develop internal tools and resources to change.
Hi! I'm Tabitha Walton, and as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am passionate about helping women and men navigate the complexities of depression, anxiety, burnout, and trauma. I offer psychotherapy in person and online in Nashville, Tennessee, and online to California residents. I see ages 16+.
I offer sessions on Fridays in person at my office in Bellevue, TN and virtually Saturday/Monday evenings.
Healing begins when we recognize how past pain influences our current behaviors and beliefs. But, it's not enough to just understand our past: we must develop internal tools and resources to change.
Hi! I'm Tabitha Walton, and as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am passionate about helping women and men navigate the complexities of depression, anxiety, burnout, and trauma. I offer psychotherapy in person and online in Nashville, Tennessee, and online to California residents. I see ages 16+.
I offer sessions on Fridays in person at my office in Bellevue, TN and virtually Saturday/Monday evenings.
Amy Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
It can be difficult to understand the patterns that contribute to our pain, but the process can be easier with the help of an unbiased therapist. My individual clients are seeking support with their daily anxiety and want to build self-love and acceptance. We work together to create goals and actionable steps to restore peace within. With couples, I focus on premarital therapy to ensure couples are aligned, as well as therapy after a breach of trust like infidelity. I enjoy working with couples to address negative communication patterns and to restore trust. My clients tend to be motivated to change, and I am there to guide.
It can be difficult to understand the patterns that contribute to our pain, but the process can be easier with the help of an unbiased therapist. My individual clients are seeking support with their daily anxiety and want to build self-love and acceptance. We work together to create goals and actionable steps to restore peace within. With couples, I focus on premarital therapy to ensure couples are aligned, as well as therapy after a breach of trust like infidelity. I enjoy working with couples to address negative communication patterns and to restore trust. My clients tend to be motivated to change, and I am there to guide.
I focus on a few areas of specialty including trauma, life transitions, and child/ adolescent therapy.
I use a variety of treatment modalities to address a number of needs, regardless of age, race, identity, or faith. I focus on areas like trauma, life transitions, and anxiety and depression. If that is you, schedule a call with me!
I focus on a few areas of specialty including trauma, life transitions, and child/ adolescent therapy.
I use a variety of treatment modalities to address a number of needs, regardless of age, race, identity, or faith. I focus on areas like trauma, life transitions, and anxiety and depression. If that is you, schedule a call with me!
I have experience working with adolescents and their families, individuals managing a diagnosis of a mood disorder or anxiety disorder, domestic violence survivors, seniors and their adult children and postpartum women.
Having over 30 years of professional experience has prepared me to be an effective therapist to clients presenting with a wide variety of issues. I utilize a assortment of therapeutic approaches which allows me to individualize the treatment plan for my clients. Some methods utilized include Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I have experience working with adolescents and their families, individuals managing a diagnosis of a mood disorder or anxiety disorder, domestic violence survivors, seniors and their adult children and postpartum women.
Having over 30 years of professional experience has prepared me to be an effective therapist to clients presenting with a wide variety of issues. I utilize a assortment of therapeutic approaches which allows me to individualize the treatment plan for my clients. Some methods utilized include Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
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.
I’m Judy, a counseling student intern at Vanderbilt University. Born into a Chinese family and having lived across three continents, I bring lived experience with self-inquiry, identity exploration, and the search for connection. These experiences shape my belief that counseling is, above all, a human relationship that honors both our shared emotions and our unique histories. I care deeply about supporting clients navigating cultural and personal transitions.
I’m Judy, a counseling student intern at Vanderbilt University. Born into a Chinese family and having lived across three continents, I bring lived experience with self-inquiry, identity exploration, and the search for connection. These experiences shape my belief that counseling is, above all, a human relationship that honors both our shared emotions and our unique histories. I care deeply about supporting clients navigating cultural and personal transitions.
If you are like me, relationships are most important to you. Do you ever ask yourself why relationships are so hard? Why do we hurt the ones closest to us? I have developed an understanding and skillset that my clients can use to create lives and relationships they are proud of. I have specialized training as a sex therapist and family mediator; plus I utilize NVC, a powerful framework, to bring skillful communication techniques into my practice. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort and there is always hope for improvement. Do you just need a push or a listening ear to get the results you and your loved ones long for.
If you are like me, relationships are most important to you. Do you ever ask yourself why relationships are so hard? Why do we hurt the ones closest to us? I have developed an understanding and skillset that my clients can use to create lives and relationships they are proud of. I have specialized training as a sex therapist and family mediator; plus I utilize NVC, a powerful framework, to bring skillful communication techniques into my practice. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort and there is always hope for improvement. Do you just need a push or a listening ear to get the results you and your loved ones long for.
With teens and adults I use a person-centered approach, which means I support clients in discovering their own unique needs, empower them to solve their own problems, and encourage them in reaching their personal goals.
Hi, my name is Sallie! I see clients ages 3 years and up who are struggling with a range of issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, life transitions, behavioral problems, relationship concerns and trauma. Asking for help is difficult, whether it’s for yourself or your child, but my goal in therapy is to build a genuine connection with clients so that they may feel seen, heard, and understood. Many of my clients are neurodivergent, including those with ADHD, ASD, and AuDHD, so I prioritize fostering age-appropriate understanding, self-awareness, and acceptance across a broad spectrum of neurodivergent experiences.
With teens and adults I use a person-centered approach, which means I support clients in discovering their own unique needs, empower them to solve their own problems, and encourage them in reaching their personal goals.
Hi, my name is Sallie! I see clients ages 3 years and up who are struggling with a range of issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, life transitions, behavioral problems, relationship concerns and trauma. Asking for help is difficult, whether it’s for yourself or your child, but my goal in therapy is to build a genuine connection with clients so that they may feel seen, heard, and understood. Many of my clients are neurodivergent, including those with ADHD, ASD, and AuDHD, so I prioritize fostering age-appropriate understanding, self-awareness, and acceptance across a broad spectrum of neurodivergent experiences.
Welcome to my psychology today! I think it's brave that you're taking the steps towards your healing journey. I know it can feel overwhelming sometimes, but my promise is to allow you to be your true self without judgement. Experiences are different for each individual and these experiences can have a significant impact in our daily lives. I believe in challenging you to be the best natural version of yourself.
Welcome to my psychology today! I think it's brave that you're taking the steps towards your healing journey. I know it can feel overwhelming sometimes, but my promise is to allow you to be your true self without judgement. Experiences are different for each individual and these experiences can have a significant impact in our daily lives. I believe in challenging you to be the best natural version of yourself.
She primarily works with adolescents, young adults, and adults.
Kathryn is passionate about creating a safe and collaborative counseling environment where individuals can feel seen, heard, and empowered. She primarily approaches counseling through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS), helping clients better understand the parts of themselves with deeply held beliefs, thoughts, or behaviors that keep them from connecting to their true self. She takes into account the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives of each person throughout the counseling process.
She primarily works with adolescents, young adults, and adults.
Kathryn is passionate about creating a safe and collaborative counseling environment where individuals can feel seen, heard, and empowered. She primarily approaches counseling through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS), helping clients better understand the parts of themselves with deeply held beliefs, thoughts, or behaviors that keep them from connecting to their true self. She takes into account the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives of each person throughout the counseling process.
I believe that everyone deserves to live with a liberated heart—one that is free to feel without shame. My passion lies in helping individuals process emotions, release repressive beliefs, and reconnect with their sense of inner worth and goodness.
I enjoy working with adults and young adults who are navigating shame, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, attachment challenges, and existential concerns.
I believe that everyone deserves to live with a liberated heart—one that is free to feel without shame. My passion lies in helping individuals process emotions, release repressive beliefs, and reconnect with their sense of inner worth and goodness.
I enjoy working with adults and young adults who are navigating shame, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, attachment challenges, and existential concerns.
If you feel stuck in anxiety, emotional overwhelm, numbness, or reactivity—even though you understand yourself—your nervous system may still be holding onto past experiences. Many people come to therapy knowing why they struggle, yet feel their body reacting as if the past is happening now. I help people work with these patterns gently and effectively by addressing them where they live: in the body and nervous system. Using Brainspotting, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), we work at a pace that feels safe, collaborative, and respectful so real change can happen—not just insight, but relief.
If you feel stuck in anxiety, emotional overwhelm, numbness, or reactivity—even though you understand yourself—your nervous system may still be holding onto past experiences. Many people come to therapy knowing why they struggle, yet feel their body reacting as if the past is happening now. I help people work with these patterns gently and effectively by addressing them where they live: in the body and nervous system. Using Brainspotting, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), we work at a pace that feels safe, collaborative, and respectful so real change can happen—not just insight, but relief.
Do you wish you had the confidence to live your life the way you want? Maybe you haven’t had the support or guidance you’ve needed. Many of my clients have struggled with problems like anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma. As well as difficult life circumstances, that have held them back from their goals. My mission is to help people feel stronger on their own, as well as more connected to those around them. I want you to feel calmer, happier and more empowered. With support, you can explore what’s important to you, and discover what you really want. And once you know that, you can create a more meaningful future.
Do you wish you had the confidence to live your life the way you want? Maybe you haven’t had the support or guidance you’ve needed. Many of my clients have struggled with problems like anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma. As well as difficult life circumstances, that have held them back from their goals. My mission is to help people feel stronger on their own, as well as more connected to those around them. I want you to feel calmer, happier and more empowered. With support, you can explore what’s important to you, and discover what you really want. And once you know that, you can create a more meaningful future.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults who are struggling with mood disorders and cognitive disabilities.
Part of my therapeutic approach includes in session practice of skills. Not only do I provide individual, couples, and family sessions; I also engage with parents/families to give psychoeducation/training as part of the therapeutic process. My treatment modalities include CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, play therapy, solution focused therapy and EMDR.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults who are struggling with mood disorders and cognitive disabilities.
Part of my therapeutic approach includes in session practice of skills. Not only do I provide individual, couples, and family sessions; I also engage with parents/families to give psychoeducation/training as part of the therapeutic process. My treatment modalities include CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, play therapy, solution focused therapy and EMDR.
I have 17 yrs experience in private practice helping adults, couples and teens.
Life can be very overwhelming at times. When things feel so heavy, I would love to help you on your journey towards peace. In a safe, warm environment I want to work to find the type of therapy that you feel fits best with your system. I am an IFS therapist so can help guide you to learning your system and unburdening what your system has been carrying. I am also trained in EMDR and Brainspotting which can aid in letting your brain and body heal the trauma it has experienced. The most important thing is to help the client live their best lives and to be less burdened with the weight of what they have been carrying.
I have 17 yrs experience in private practice helping adults, couples and teens.
Life can be very overwhelming at times. When things feel so heavy, I would love to help you on your journey towards peace. In a safe, warm environment I want to work to find the type of therapy that you feel fits best with your system. I am an IFS therapist so can help guide you to learning your system and unburdening what your system has been carrying. I am also trained in EMDR and Brainspotting which can aid in letting your brain and body heal the trauma it has experienced. The most important thing is to help the client live their best lives and to be less burdened with the weight of what they have been carrying.
If you’re navigating one of life’s “what now?” moments, you’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. Maybe you’re grieving the loss of someone close, a friendship that faded, or a version of life that didn’t turn out as you expected. Maybe your past—childhood experiences, family dynamics, or a painful relationship—is still shaping how you show up today. Or maybe you feel stuck in the in-between: not quite where you were, not quite where you want to be. These transitions can feel overwhelming and uncertain, but you don’t have to navigate them alone.
If you’re navigating one of life’s “what now?” moments, you’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. Maybe you’re grieving the loss of someone close, a friendship that faded, or a version of life that didn’t turn out as you expected. Maybe your past—childhood experiences, family dynamics, or a painful relationship—is still shaping how you show up today. Or maybe you feel stuck in the in-between: not quite where you were, not quite where you want to be. These transitions can feel overwhelming and uncertain, but you don’t have to navigate them alone.
I see clients ages 6-60, with passion and experience for working with teenagers and emerging adults.
With extensive experience in working with clients with OCD and anxiety, as well as depression, transitions, and family work, I am able to offer a wide range of helpful modalities for you. I specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) along with CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based strategies.
I see clients ages 6-60, with passion and experience for working with teenagers and emerging adults.
With extensive experience in working with clients with OCD and anxiety, as well as depression, transitions, and family work, I am able to offer a wide range of helpful modalities for you. I specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) along with CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based strategies.
Are you seeking support for trauma, anxiety, depression, or life’s stressors? I offer a safe, trusting space where your story is heard and respected. Using a collaborative approach, I work with clients to create a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs, recognizing that therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I incorporate psychoeducation to help clients understand how the body and mind respond to stress or trauma and ways to build helpful coping skills. When requested, I also offer faith-based counseling. Whether you are new to therapy or returning, let's work together on your journey towards healing, resilience, and growth.
Are you seeking support for trauma, anxiety, depression, or life’s stressors? I offer a safe, trusting space where your story is heard and respected. Using a collaborative approach, I work with clients to create a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs, recognizing that therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I incorporate psychoeducation to help clients understand how the body and mind respond to stress or trauma and ways to build helpful coping skills. When requested, I also offer faith-based counseling. Whether you are new to therapy or returning, let's work together on your journey towards healing, resilience, and growth.
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.