Attachment-based Therapists in Nashville, TN

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Steven L. Gerard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Nashville, TN 37216
I primarily see men and women who are dealing with problems relating to anxiety and/or depression, which can be overwhelming and debilitating. During therapy we process these issues and practice strategies designed to give you coping skills you can use for current and future situations. I am trained to provide relief on a wide variety of problems, including, but not limited to anger & communication difficulties, grief & loss, history of trauma, adult recovery from child abuse, divorce, change of life issues, relationship conflict and men's & women's issues. I lean primarily toward priciples of Cognitive Behavioral Theory.
I primarily see men and women who are dealing with problems relating to anxiety and/or depression, which can be overwhelming and debilitating. During therapy we process these issues and practice strategies designed to give you coping skills you can use for current and future situations. I am trained to provide relief on a wide variety of problems, including, but not limited to anger & communication difficulties, grief & loss, history of trauma, adult recovery from child abuse, divorce, change of life issues, relationship conflict and men's & women's issues. I lean primarily toward priciples of Cognitive Behavioral Theory.
(615) 208-7497 View (615) 208-7497
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Megan Moss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
7 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37215
Are you feeling stuck but not sure where to start? I help clients struggling with body image, relational trauma, and anxiety find the root of the issue and make a plan to get unstuck. People reach out to me because they’re constantly comparing their body to others and struggling to feel desirable. Others reach out because they can’t trust themself or they’re unable to trust closeness after being hurt. These struggles often overlap, with shame about your body driving disordered eating and past relational wounds making connection feel risky. Change is possible and therapy can help you reclaim safety in your body and relationships.
Are you feeling stuck but not sure where to start? I help clients struggling with body image, relational trauma, and anxiety find the root of the issue and make a plan to get unstuck. People reach out to me because they’re constantly comparing their body to others and struggling to feel desirable. Others reach out because they can’t trust themself or they’re unable to trust closeness after being hurt. These struggles often overlap, with shame about your body driving disordered eating and past relational wounds making connection feel risky. Change is possible and therapy can help you reclaim safety in your body and relationships.
(615) 994-8242 View (615) 994-8242
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Dustin Harryman
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37204
Growing up in rural Tennessee, I have seen and experienced many of the issues that our communities face and have focused my career on helping people work through those everyday problems. Potential clients for me may be experiencing symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, or Burnout. A history of Trauma or Substance Use may have you feeling stuck in the mud, or perhaps there are pieces of your identity such as ADHD, Autism, Spiritual, or Gender/Sexual identity that have posed their own set of challenges in feeling accepted in the world. Whatever you may be experiencing, it’s important to remember: you are worth the effort to create change.
Growing up in rural Tennessee, I have seen and experienced many of the issues that our communities face and have focused my career on helping people work through those everyday problems. Potential clients for me may be experiencing symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, or Burnout. A history of Trauma or Substance Use may have you feeling stuck in the mud, or perhaps there are pieces of your identity such as ADHD, Autism, Spiritual, or Gender/Sexual identity that have posed their own set of challenges in feeling accepted in the world. Whatever you may be experiencing, it’s important to remember: you are worth the effort to create change.
(615) 703-3056 View (615) 703-3056
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Emily Rattle
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
Glad you're here! I specialize in guiding individuals aged 18 and beyond through life's twists and turns, helping them navigate ADHD & Autism, trauma, eating disorders, body image struggles, codependency, depression, and anxiety while discovering their true selves.
Glad you're here! I specialize in guiding individuals aged 18 and beyond through life's twists and turns, helping them navigate ADHD & Autism, trauma, eating disorders, body image struggles, codependency, depression, and anxiety while discovering their true selves.
(629) 249-1507 View (629) 249-1507
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Robyn Chaffee
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37201
Beginning therapy can feel intimidating, but I believe in having therapy be an environment of empowerment, collaboration, and authenticity. My approach is client-centered, eclectic, and we will explore how different systems impacts your experiences. I specialize in trauma/complex trauma, sexual violence/abuse, domestic violence and emotional abuse, chronic pain/illness, depression and other mood disorders, eating disorders/disordered eating, non-traditional relationships, kink, and queer issues. I take an integrative approach to sessions and love to apply many therapeutic modalities to fit each individual client’s needs.
Beginning therapy can feel intimidating, but I believe in having therapy be an environment of empowerment, collaboration, and authenticity. My approach is client-centered, eclectic, and we will explore how different systems impacts your experiences. I specialize in trauma/complex trauma, sexual violence/abuse, domestic violence and emotional abuse, chronic pain/illness, depression and other mood disorders, eating disorders/disordered eating, non-traditional relationships, kink, and queer issues. I take an integrative approach to sessions and love to apply many therapeutic modalities to fit each individual client’s needs.
(615) 909-5277 View (615) 909-5277
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Dr. David S Thornton
Pastoral Counselor, MA, DMin, LCPT
4 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
As a clinical pastoral therapist, I am listening for themes and patterns - psychodynamic and spiritual - in your struggle. I sit with gifted individuals and couples to help them experience relief from the loneliness and destructive behaviors that arise from trauma and addiction. I work with survivors of many forms of abuse, moving with them when there seems no way out, to find a way through. We can discover freedom from anxiety, fear, anger, and self-hatred and release into grounded ways of living. I help people stop running from their pain and shame and start walking in peace to make consistent and conscious positive choices.
As a clinical pastoral therapist, I am listening for themes and patterns - psychodynamic and spiritual - in your struggle. I sit with gifted individuals and couples to help them experience relief from the loneliness and destructive behaviors that arise from trauma and addiction. I work with survivors of many forms of abuse, moving with them when there seems no way out, to find a way through. We can discover freedom from anxiety, fear, anger, and self-hatred and release into grounded ways of living. I help people stop running from their pain and shame and start walking in peace to make consistent and conscious positive choices.
(615) 239-0611 View (615) 239-0611
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LaKreasha Scharcklet @ Horizon Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37214
If you’re feeling stuck in anxiety, depression, or recovery challenges—or just not sure where to start—you don’t have to face it alone. Many of my clients come to therapy looking for a safe, supportive space to be heard, gain clarity, and make meaningful changes. My goal is to help you set goals that truly matter to you—whether that’s building healthier relationships, navigating life transitions, or finding balance in recovery—and to partner with you as you create lasting growth.
If you’re feeling stuck in anxiety, depression, or recovery challenges—or just not sure where to start—you don’t have to face it alone. Many of my clients come to therapy looking for a safe, supportive space to be heard, gain clarity, and make meaningful changes. My goal is to help you set goals that truly matter to you—whether that’s building healthier relationships, navigating life transitions, or finding balance in recovery—and to partner with you as you create lasting growth.
(615) 637-8452 View (615) 637-8452
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Sessions Psychology
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP, NCC, CET-II
Nashville, TN 37216
Sessions Psychology is a therapy practice in East Nashville that is home to a team of elite therapists. We offer a unique, personalized approach to therapy. Our practice is rooted in empathy, understanding, and the belief that everyone has the capacity to change. We integrate evidence-based techniques with a warm, client-centered approach, making your therapy experience unique to you. We believe in creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore, grow, and heal. Together we’ll create a roadmap that fits your pace and goals, while honoring your individual story.
Sessions Psychology is a therapy practice in East Nashville that is home to a team of elite therapists. We offer a unique, personalized approach to therapy. Our practice is rooted in empathy, understanding, and the belief that everyone has the capacity to change. We integrate evidence-based techniques with a warm, client-centered approach, making your therapy experience unique to you. We believe in creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore, grow, and heal. Together we’ll create a roadmap that fits your pace and goals, while honoring your individual story.
(615) 551-1300 View (615) 551-1300
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Paige Archipley
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37215
Life presents many challenges and complexities, and I believe that having a compassionate, objective, and nonjudgmental guide can make a significant difference in someone's journey. I strive to help my clients feel accepted, supported, celebrated, and empowered. Through my experience as both a counselor and a client working on my own mental health, I’ve seen how powerful a strong therapeutic relationship can be—and one client even said I reminded her that “therapy can sometimes be fun!"
Life presents many challenges and complexities, and I believe that having a compassionate, objective, and nonjudgmental guide can make a significant difference in someone's journey. I strive to help my clients feel accepted, supported, celebrated, and empowered. Through my experience as both a counselor and a client working on my own mental health, I’ve seen how powerful a strong therapeutic relationship can be—and one client even said I reminded her that “therapy can sometimes be fun!"
(629) 222-5631 View (629) 222-5631
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Tozia Ware
Pre-Licensed Professional, EdS, LPC, MHSP(t), NCC
7 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37216
You're carrying the weight of navigating a world that often feels like it wasn't built for you. It can be brutal, the constant feeling of being on edge, the unseen barriers you face daily, and the overwhelming expectation to fit the “mold”. You're not alone. I'm here to help you heal, reclaim your life, and thrive! I understand that navigating these challenges can be incredibly difficult and that they can leave deep emotional scars. As a therapist working with individuals facing these issues, I deeply understand how these challenges can manifest and uniquely impact your life, and I recognize the interconnectedness between them.
You're carrying the weight of navigating a world that often feels like it wasn't built for you. It can be brutal, the constant feeling of being on edge, the unseen barriers you face daily, and the overwhelming expectation to fit the “mold”. You're not alone. I'm here to help you heal, reclaim your life, and thrive! I understand that navigating these challenges can be incredibly difficult and that they can leave deep emotional scars. As a therapist working with individuals facing these issues, I deeply understand how these challenges can manifest and uniquely impact your life, and I recognize the interconnectedness between them.
(615) 492-3564 View (615) 492-3564
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Christi Sidwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP, CPATP
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37204
I believe that we all deserve support and at the core of personal transformation is a duality of self-compassion and desire for change. As humans we are intrinsically wired for connection, resiliency and healing. However, sometimes there are things from the past or other life stressors that cause us to feel stuck and that healing is out of our reach. I am deeply interested in the mind-body connection and believe reconnecting to our bodies can be incredibly transformational. I work with folks in adolescence and adulthood who are desiring to address trauma, optimal performance, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
I believe that we all deserve support and at the core of personal transformation is a duality of self-compassion and desire for change. As humans we are intrinsically wired for connection, resiliency and healing. However, sometimes there are things from the past or other life stressors that cause us to feel stuck and that healing is out of our reach. I am deeply interested in the mind-body connection and believe reconnecting to our bodies can be incredibly transformational. I work with folks in adolescence and adulthood who are desiring to address trauma, optimal performance, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
(615) 637-3637 View (615) 637-3637
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Chanin James-Hardwick
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MHSP
Online Only
I’m Dr. Chanin, a depth-oriented somatic psychotherapist and intuitive, dedicated to helping you reconnect with your inner wisdom and heal what has been held in your nervous system for far too long. Healing is relational, embodied, and an integrative process. We all innately have what we need to heal, grow, or transform; all we need is a witness or present non-judgmental support. Allow me to be your witness and support you on your journey. Healing is not a destination; it is a process of awareness, acceptance, and transformation. I’m here to help you reclaim what trauma, loss, and systems may have taken away: connection to Self.
I’m Dr. Chanin, a depth-oriented somatic psychotherapist and intuitive, dedicated to helping you reconnect with your inner wisdom and heal what has been held in your nervous system for far too long. Healing is relational, embodied, and an integrative process. We all innately have what we need to heal, grow, or transform; all we need is a witness or present non-judgmental support. Allow me to be your witness and support you on your journey. Healing is not a destination; it is a process of awareness, acceptance, and transformation. I’m here to help you reclaim what trauma, loss, and systems may have taken away: connection to Self.
(615) 813-6862 View (615) 813-6862
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Mary Ousley Owen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Nashville, TN 37203
When emotions are high, logic and language can be low, so instead of looking to reason, we should instead look for connection. Through a lens of compassionate curiosity, I work to hold the space needed to explore complex feelings & emotions. My passion is working with toddlers, kiddos, teens, and young adults seeking insight, empowerment, self-awareness, direction, & meaning when facing emotional/behavioral struggles, school-related issues, family/relationship challenges, life-transitions, and self-esteem. I believe every human, no matter how young, can find healing, and I'm here to walk alongside you or your child on your journey.
When emotions are high, logic and language can be low, so instead of looking to reason, we should instead look for connection. Through a lens of compassionate curiosity, I work to hold the space needed to explore complex feelings & emotions. My passion is working with toddlers, kiddos, teens, and young adults seeking insight, empowerment, self-awareness, direction, & meaning when facing emotional/behavioral struggles, school-related issues, family/relationship challenges, life-transitions, and self-esteem. I believe every human, no matter how young, can find healing, and I'm here to walk alongside you or your child on your journey.
(629) 249-1006 View (629) 249-1006
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Walker Duncan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Nashville, TN 37205
Wow! There are a LOT of therapists, right? Unless the criteria were super narrow, this list is likely a little overwhelming—a lot of acronyms, a lot of jargon and friendly smiles; maybe fewer cardigans than expected. It’s a lot to consider. For many of us, scrolling through lists like this can feel like running in quicksand. And if you tend to be hard on yourself, it's all the more difficult. Whether you're navigating major life shifts, struggling but still trying to pin down why, or just at a loss and unsure of where/how to start, stick with it. It's OK to take your time. There are lots of people on here who can help.
Wow! There are a LOT of therapists, right? Unless the criteria were super narrow, this list is likely a little overwhelming—a lot of acronyms, a lot of jargon and friendly smiles; maybe fewer cardigans than expected. It’s a lot to consider. For many of us, scrolling through lists like this can feel like running in quicksand. And if you tend to be hard on yourself, it's all the more difficult. Whether you're navigating major life shifts, struggling but still trying to pin down why, or just at a loss and unsure of where/how to start, stick with it. It's OK to take your time. There are lots of people on here who can help.
(615) 392-4594 View (615) 392-4594
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Camille Sauder
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am an attachment-based, EMDR therapist who specializes in working with individuals and couples who have experienced relational trauma.
For Individuals: I am trained in EMDR, which is a validated approach that trusts your body's innate ability to heal. I also use psychodynamic therapy to help you make connections between your functioning and past experiences, and CBT and DBT to give you tangible tools to feel better in the day-to-day. For couples: I use EFT to develop secure attachment.
I am an attachment-based, EMDR therapist who specializes in working with individuals and couples who have experienced relational trauma.
For Individuals: I am trained in EMDR, which is a validated approach that trusts your body's innate ability to heal. I also use psychodynamic therapy to help you make connections between your functioning and past experiences, and CBT and DBT to give you tangible tools to feel better in the day-to-day. For couples: I use EFT to develop secure attachment.
(629) 400-8552 View (629) 400-8552
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Yadira Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, NCC, MS
Nashville, TN 37216
I am trauma-informed, attachment-based, and client-centered, offering a warm, inclusive space where clients feel safe and understood.
I help children, teens, adults, and families navigate trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges. As a trauma-focused therapist with advanced training in multiple modalities, I specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS) to support healing, emotional safety, and lasting change
I am trauma-informed, attachment-based, and client-centered, offering a warm, inclusive space where clients feel safe and understood.
I help children, teens, adults, and families navigate trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges. As a trauma-focused therapist with advanced training in multiple modalities, I specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS) to support healing, emotional safety, and lasting change
(629) 219-2736 View (629) 219-2736
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Jenn MacMaster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, SEP
5 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
"Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional." Haruki Murakami. I will hold a safe space for you to process life and its inevitable pains--change, loss, grief, and trauma. I will join you without judgement: where you are, as you are. Our time together will be collaborative and supportive—a partnership. You will gain an experience of trust and of personal power. You will be equipped with tools and skills relative to the goals that you establish, enabling you to thrive independently. Relationships, "stuckness", trauma, etc. will be addressed and resolved. Together, we will manifest your inherent creativity, purpose, and joy.
"Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional." Haruki Murakami. I will hold a safe space for you to process life and its inevitable pains--change, loss, grief, and trauma. I will join you without judgement: where you are, as you are. Our time together will be collaborative and supportive—a partnership. You will gain an experience of trust and of personal power. You will be equipped with tools and skills relative to the goals that you establish, enabling you to thrive independently. Relationships, "stuckness", trauma, etc. will be addressed and resolved. Together, we will manifest your inherent creativity, purpose, and joy.
(615) 645-2640 View (615) 645-2640
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Callie Cox
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Nashville, TN 37205
One of my favorite song lyrics right now is from the Lumineers, "it is better to feel pain than nothing at all." My work with clients looks like providing them someone to walk through the pain with so that they can create room for the joy that will follow. I work with clients through the attachment and emotional lens to help them create love and relationship that feels safe again.
One of my favorite song lyrics right now is from the Lumineers, "it is better to feel pain than nothing at all." My work with clients looks like providing them someone to walk through the pain with so that they can create room for the joy that will follow. I work with clients through the attachment and emotional lens to help them create love and relationship that feels safe again.
(615) 823-8273 View (615) 823-8273
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Kelsey Riddle Therapy & Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
6 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37216
Kelsey Riddle Therapy & Wellness PLLC is a multi-state practice that provides quality bonding-science and nervous system-informed Teletherapy services to clients in Tennessee, Arizona, and North Carolina. Teletherapy sessions are being conducted through an easy to use HIPAA compliant video service. Through the use of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and Gottman Method Couple Therapy, I help clients to become aware of negative patterns keeping them stuck, and change them. Through this, we can have new healthy interactions and experience more vulnerable communication and connections.
Kelsey Riddle Therapy & Wellness PLLC is a multi-state practice that provides quality bonding-science and nervous system-informed Teletherapy services to clients in Tennessee, Arizona, and North Carolina. Teletherapy sessions are being conducted through an easy to use HIPAA compliant video service. Through the use of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and Gottman Method Couple Therapy, I help clients to become aware of negative patterns keeping them stuck, and change them. Through this, we can have new healthy interactions and experience more vulnerable communication and connections.
(615) 395-6415 View (615) 395-6415
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Katherine Friend
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37212
Hi, I’m Katherine! I help people with complex trauma and dissociation feel more present, grounded, and connected. I do my best work with teens and young adults who have experienced abuse, neglect, attachment wounding, and grief and loss. My clients often feel overwhelmed by their emotions, struggling to understand them. They may have a hard time feeling safe in relationships. They sometimes feel unsure about who they are and what they want/need. Through coming to therapy, they are hoping to feel more stable, capable of handling what life throws at them, and secure in their relationships with themselves and the people they love.
Hi, I’m Katherine! I help people with complex trauma and dissociation feel more present, grounded, and connected. I do my best work with teens and young adults who have experienced abuse, neglect, attachment wounding, and grief and loss. My clients often feel overwhelmed by their emotions, struggling to understand them. They may have a hard time feeling safe in relationships. They sometimes feel unsure about who they are and what they want/need. Through coming to therapy, they are hoping to feel more stable, capable of handling what life throws at them, and secure in their relationships with themselves and the people they love.
(615) 219-1002 View (615) 219-1002

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