Couples Counseling Therapists in Nashville, TN
I feel privileged to join teens, individuals, couples and families on their therapeutic journey and I hope to empower clients to feel more in control of their life.
I love working with motivated teens, individuals and couples truly looking for intervention in their lives and relationships. Older teens and college-age clients looking to learn how to incorporate boundaries, self-differentiation, and self-discovery is my passion! I also love helping people manage anxiety, learning adaptive coping skills, and stress management. Schedule a free consultation today to get started!
I feel privileged to join teens, individuals, couples and families on their therapeutic journey and I hope to empower clients to feel more in control of their life.
I love working with motivated teens, individuals and couples truly looking for intervention in their lives and relationships. Older teens and college-age clients looking to learn how to incorporate boundaries, self-differentiation, and self-discovery is my passion! I also love helping people manage anxiety, learning adaptive coping skills, and stress management. Schedule a free consultation today to get started!
Roxanne Hallisey
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPC, MHSP, (Temp), NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37220
Throughout my life, I've formed connections with people from all walks of life, nurturing a deep appreciation for the tapestry of human connection and the beauty of our unique differences. In the moments when we experience empathy and awe within our connections, we discover the potential for growth, self-awareness, and healing, even when life presents its most challenging moments. My therapy approach is centered around you. It's about facilitating healing through relationship, making meaning through self-awareness, and finding your unique strengths to help you live authentically.
Throughout my life, I've formed connections with people from all walks of life, nurturing a deep appreciation for the tapestry of human connection and the beauty of our unique differences. In the moments when we experience empathy and awe within our connections, we discover the potential for growth, self-awareness, and healing, even when life presents its most challenging moments. My therapy approach is centered around you. It's about facilitating healing through relationship, making meaning through self-awareness, and finding your unique strengths to help you live authentically.
Chad Douglas Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MPA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37212
I specialize in working with couples of all types, men of all ages, and adolescent males emerging into manhood, informed by my own personal journey as a husband of 20 years and father of two boys, with 20 years of prior career experience in business, government, nonprofit, and the creative arts.
Welcome! You came here today for a reason. Maybe that’s an individual struggle, a relational conflict, you find yourself stuck in a transition or season of life, or you’re simply searching for ways to balance it all. I will help you understand the “why” and figure out the “how” as together we'll navigate your unique challenges to achieve a life of peace, purpose, and authenticity. My approach is collaboratively tailored to fit you, integrating evidence-based tools that work. We will go at your pace, but I will challenge you when needed. Most of all, you will feel heard, understood, and respected in our time together.
I specialize in working with couples of all types, men of all ages, and adolescent males emerging into manhood, informed by my own personal journey as a husband of 20 years and father of two boys, with 20 years of prior career experience in business, government, nonprofit, and the creative arts.
Welcome! You came here today for a reason. Maybe that’s an individual struggle, a relational conflict, you find yourself stuck in a transition or season of life, or you’re simply searching for ways to balance it all. I will help you understand the “why” and figure out the “how” as together we'll navigate your unique challenges to achieve a life of peace, purpose, and authenticity. My approach is collaboratively tailored to fit you, integrating evidence-based tools that work. We will go at your pace, but I will challenge you when needed. Most of all, you will feel heard, understood, and respected in our time together.
Lucy Kozak Cesnik
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37212
I help busy adults address Men's issues like emotional isolation, Women's issues like societal pressures, and Relationship issues like communication skills.
Balancing work, life, and the demands of success can be particularly challenging for those with a Type-A mindset, often leading to burnout, imposter syndrome, or feeling stuck. My clients are driven individuals who seek to overcome obstacles like self-doubt, perfectionism, and challenging relationship dynamics. Many are drawn to me for my business background, as I understand the unique pressures of high-performance environments. They seek a renewed sense of energy, improved relationships, and more clarity. They want practical tools, fresh perspectives, and a comfortable space to address what's holding them back with an expert.
I help busy adults address Men's issues like emotional isolation, Women's issues like societal pressures, and Relationship issues like communication skills.
Balancing work, life, and the demands of success can be particularly challenging for those with a Type-A mindset, often leading to burnout, imposter syndrome, or feeling stuck. My clients are driven individuals who seek to overcome obstacles like self-doubt, perfectionism, and challenging relationship dynamics. Many are drawn to me for my business background, as I understand the unique pressures of high-performance environments. They seek a renewed sense of energy, improved relationships, and more clarity. They want practical tools, fresh perspectives, and a comfortable space to address what's holding them back with an expert.
I’m a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish) passionate about creating safe, inclusive spaces for individuals and families to heal and grow. As a first-generation Guatemalan American, my practice is deeply influenced by my cultural background, personal experiences, and commitment to transformative justice. I specialize in working with individuals, teenagers, adults, and couples, especially those navigating trauma, identity, and generational challenges.
I’m a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish) passionate about creating safe, inclusive spaces for individuals and families to heal and grow. As a first-generation Guatemalan American, my practice is deeply influenced by my cultural background, personal experiences, and commitment to transformative justice. I specialize in working with individuals, teenagers, adults, and couples, especially those navigating trauma, identity, and generational challenges.
Kendra K Allen
Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37204
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with a variety of individuals and couples who are seeking guidance with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, infertility and pregnancy loss, parenting issues, eating disorders, and spiritual issues.
The decision to engage yourself in a therapeutic relationship is a courageous choice that can yield rewarding and profound insights and changes in your life. I find it a great privilege to partner with my clients as we explore and discover the complexities and challenges of their unique story. Our work will be collaborative as I assist you in finding wholeness, balance, a greater acceptance of yourself and relational and spiritual health. My goal is to listen well and offer a respectful, empathic, and honest environment to help you grow, heal and rediscover your truest, most congruent self.
I enjoy working with a variety of individuals and couples who are seeking guidance with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, infertility and pregnancy loss, parenting issues, eating disorders, and spiritual issues.
The decision to engage yourself in a therapeutic relationship is a courageous choice that can yield rewarding and profound insights and changes in your life. I find it a great privilege to partner with my clients as we explore and discover the complexities and challenges of their unique story. Our work will be collaborative as I assist you in finding wholeness, balance, a greater acceptance of yourself and relational and spiritual health. My goal is to listen well and offer a respectful, empathic, and honest environment to help you grow, heal and rediscover your truest, most congruent self.
I work as my authentic self, growing a genuine relationship in order to enable healing.
You simply must take care of yourself. Make yourself a priority. Because... In today's society we are constantly connected, pulled to work more, do more, guilt-fully pulled away from things we love to do, from family and friends- losing sight of who you are. I work innovatively to find the right balance of support and motivation to decrease your anxiety, stress or depression and to increase trust in yourself, your decisions, and to find more of what you want out of life. I work to align who you are with who you want to be, and to find a sense of comfort in the chaos of life.
I work as my authentic self, growing a genuine relationship in order to enable healing.
You simply must take care of yourself. Make yourself a priority. Because... In today's society we are constantly connected, pulled to work more, do more, guilt-fully pulled away from things we love to do, from family and friends- losing sight of who you are. I work innovatively to find the right balance of support and motivation to decrease your anxiety, stress or depression and to increase trust in yourself, your decisions, and to find more of what you want out of life. I work to align who you are with who you want to be, and to find a sense of comfort in the chaos of life.
Inspirational Life Coaching - Life Coach Counselor
MA, BS, CPLC, CHT
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37212
Hypnotherapy - Hypnosis can be a life changing event that allows you to achieve success when dealing with issues such as; Anxiety, phobias, depressions, stress, grief, insomnia, emotional trauma, weight loss, smoking, confidence building, habit cessations, eliminating fears, academic enhancement, relationship issues, pain management and children & teen empowerment.
Life Coaching - Do you have the life you want? Are you ready to make a meaningful change in your life? Inspirational Life Coaching helps individuals achieve their goals by breaking them down into smaller, more manageable goals. As your life coach and counselor, I will assist you with clarifying your goals, values purpose and vision so that your dreams become a reality.
Hypnotherapy - Hypnosis can be a life changing event that allows you to achieve success when dealing with issues such as; Anxiety, phobias, depressions, stress, grief, insomnia, emotional trauma, weight loss, smoking, confidence building, habit cessations, eliminating fears, academic enhancement, relationship issues, pain management and children & teen empowerment.
Life Coaching - Do you have the life you want? Are you ready to make a meaningful change in your life? Inspirational Life Coaching helps individuals achieve their goals by breaking them down into smaller, more manageable goals. As your life coach and counselor, I will assist you with clarifying your goals, values purpose and vision so that your dreams become a reality.
I specialize in helping adults and couples navigate a variety of challenges, including self-esteem, anxiety, life transitions, nutrition, relationship and women's issues.
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!
I specialize in helping adults and couples navigate a variety of challenges, including self-esteem, anxiety, life transitions, nutrition, relationship and women's issues.
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!
Lauren Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37206
I use a combination of somatic and experiential methods, attachment-based EMDR, Internal Family Systems, breathwork, and mindfulness-based interventions to help you heal and integrate major life experiences, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, addiction, disconnection, loneliness, and relationship issues.
I invite all parts of your story into the room. I most often hear that what is wanted from therapy is hope and relief. Relief from anxiety, hope for your relationship. I believe you can achieve self-esteem, hope, and healing. I've seen it happen many times. Trusting this process is the first step. You don't have to do this alone. I can stand with you and guide you towards a safe and secure self within life's ups and downs. You can learn how to regain a sense of self, heal from the past, come home to your body, and create a life you find worth in living.
I use a combination of somatic and experiential methods, attachment-based EMDR, Internal Family Systems, breathwork, and mindfulness-based interventions to help you heal and integrate major life experiences, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, addiction, disconnection, loneliness, and relationship issues.
I invite all parts of your story into the room. I most often hear that what is wanted from therapy is hope and relief. Relief from anxiety, hope for your relationship. I believe you can achieve self-esteem, hope, and healing. I've seen it happen many times. Trusting this process is the first step. You don't have to do this alone. I can stand with you and guide you towards a safe and secure self within life's ups and downs. You can learn how to regain a sense of self, heal from the past, come home to your body, and create a life you find worth in living.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or alone in life’s challenges? Together, we can navigate life’s challenges in a safe, non-judgmental space. I am passionate about a collaborative therapy process, that is built on an empathetic and trusting therapeutic relationship. I strive to help my clients discover their strengths while also working to develop new coping skills.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or alone in life’s challenges? Together, we can navigate life’s challenges in a safe, non-judgmental space. I am passionate about a collaborative therapy process, that is built on an empathetic and trusting therapeutic relationship. I strive to help my clients discover their strengths while also working to develop new coping skills.
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I specialize in relationship issues, life transitions such as grief and divorce, Borderline Personality Disorder, oppositional kids, Trauma/PTSD, panic disorder, factitious disorder, and OCD.
As a CBT and DBT Psychologist, National Speaker, hospital consultant, and clinical supervisor for Vanderbilt University, I have experience helping veterans, teens, psychologists, physicians, attorneys, students, artists, and homemakers feel better and improve their lives. My business, PSYCHē, PLLC is founded upon the belief that going the extra mile makes all the difference. People need real support and real solutions—not just a nod and concerned look. My job is to help—my clients tell me how. I'm a member of PSYPACT which means I can see clients in every state that is a member of PSYPACT and I am also licensed in MA.
I specialize in relationship issues, life transitions such as grief and divorce, Borderline Personality Disorder, oppositional kids, Trauma/PTSD, panic disorder, factitious disorder, and OCD.
As a CBT and DBT Psychologist, National Speaker, hospital consultant, and clinical supervisor for Vanderbilt University, I have experience helping veterans, teens, psychologists, physicians, attorneys, students, artists, and homemakers feel better and improve their lives. My business, PSYCHē, PLLC is founded upon the belief that going the extra mile makes all the difference. People need real support and real solutions—not just a nod and concerned look. My job is to help—my clients tell me how. I'm a member of PSYPACT which means I can see clients in every state that is a member of PSYPACT and I am also licensed in MA.
Stephanie Bashirian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37212
My goal as your therapist is to create a relationship that you can use for your own growth. While I only practice evidence-based treatments informed by the latest research, I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Therapy is an art as much as a science, one that is meant to honor your unique story and specific goals. Together we will explore your inner world and identify the beliefs and patterns that are keeping you from experiencing your life in the healthiest, most fulfilling, and most meaningful ways.
My goal as your therapist is to create a relationship that you can use for your own growth. While I only practice evidence-based treatments informed by the latest research, I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Therapy is an art as much as a science, one that is meant to honor your unique story and specific goals. Together we will explore your inner world and identify the beliefs and patterns that are keeping you from experiencing your life in the healthiest, most fulfilling, and most meaningful ways.
Through an integrative, person-centered, and holistic counseling approach, Cory equips and empowers his clients to confidently move toward their own goals. His endless curiosity and desire to learn from and connect with others drives him to take clients from all walks of life: children, teenagers, individuals, and couples. From relationship issues, family dysfunction, difficult transitions and symptoms of anxiety or depression; to emotional literacy, relational tune-ups, spirituality, and exploring the problems you can’t quite put your finger on, Cory genuinely desires to walk alongside you in your healing journey.
Through an integrative, person-centered, and holistic counseling approach, Cory equips and empowers his clients to confidently move toward their own goals. His endless curiosity and desire to learn from and connect with others drives him to take clients from all walks of life: children, teenagers, individuals, and couples. From relationship issues, family dysfunction, difficult transitions and symptoms of anxiety or depression; to emotional literacy, relational tune-ups, spirituality, and exploring the problems you can’t quite put your finger on, Cory genuinely desires to walk alongside you in your healing journey.
The formation of a positive therapeutic relationship is the basis of successful treatment.
Choosing a psychotherapist is a very important decision. Talking to someone new about yourself can be intimidating. I provide a setting that is comfortable, safe, and completely confidential. I ask what brings you to see me and what kind of help you feel you need. Sometimes it can be helpful to interview other professionals. Finding a good match is essential and my interest is always in what is best for the client. I do my best to make treatment recommendations and provide services most likely to help you.
The formation of a positive therapeutic relationship is the basis of successful treatment.
Choosing a psychotherapist is a very important decision. Talking to someone new about yourself can be intimidating. I provide a setting that is comfortable, safe, and completely confidential. I ask what brings you to see me and what kind of help you feel you need. Sometimes it can be helpful to interview other professionals. Finding a good match is essential and my interest is always in what is best for the client. I do my best to make treatment recommendations and provide services most likely to help you.
Hello! I’m Dr. Andre, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship issues. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your concerns, using CBT, DBT, MI, SFBT, and psychodynamic therapy. Whether you're dealing with individual challenges or couples' relationship distress, my goal is to provide clarity and relief. I offer flexible Telehealth (online video) sessions to fit your needs. Let’s work together to enhance your mental well-being and relationships.
Hello! I’m Dr. Andre, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship issues. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your concerns, using CBT, DBT, MI, SFBT, and psychodynamic therapy. Whether you're dealing with individual challenges or couples' relationship distress, my goal is to provide clarity and relief. I offer flexible Telehealth (online video) sessions to fit your needs. Let’s work together to enhance your mental well-being and relationships.
As an EFT trained professional, I use attachment theory to help individuals and couples explore their emotional experiences and needs with themselves and with others.
It is my dream and honor to help clients who feel stuck in some way in their lives and relationships work towards health, wholeness, and growth. This "stuck" feeling may show up in many different areas in life, such as relational disconnection and conflict, recurring family-of-origin issues, struggles with anxiety and depression, or generally feeling like you're at a crossroads. I firmly believe that relational wounds can only heal in relationship. Therefore, I am dedicated to creating and fostering the safe and secure therapeutic space needed for my clients to begin the hard work of looking deeper and working towards health.
As an EFT trained professional, I use attachment theory to help individuals and couples explore their emotional experiences and needs with themselves and with others.
It is my dream and honor to help clients who feel stuck in some way in their lives and relationships work towards health, wholeness, and growth. This "stuck" feeling may show up in many different areas in life, such as relational disconnection and conflict, recurring family-of-origin issues, struggles with anxiety and depression, or generally feeling like you're at a crossroads. I firmly believe that relational wounds can only heal in relationship. Therefore, I am dedicated to creating and fostering the safe and secure therapeutic space needed for my clients to begin the hard work of looking deeper and working towards health.
Will Messer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37218
I work with couples and individuals who are struggling to connect with each other and themselves.
Hey I’m Will Messer LCSW/LICSW and I provide Couples Intensives, Couples Counseling, Individual Counseling, and Enneagram Coaching. I serve clients in person in Nashville, TN as well as clients on telehealth who reside all over Tennessee and West Virginia. I love helping people thrive in their life by harnessing the healing power of relationships. I am a Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist (EFCT), a Certified Emotionally Focused Individual Therapist (EFIT) , a Level 2 Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy Therapist (AEDP), and a Certified Enneagram Coach/Trainer.
I work with couples and individuals who are struggling to connect with each other and themselves.
Hey I’m Will Messer LCSW/LICSW and I provide Couples Intensives, Couples Counseling, Individual Counseling, and Enneagram Coaching. I serve clients in person in Nashville, TN as well as clients on telehealth who reside all over Tennessee and West Virginia. I love helping people thrive in their life by harnessing the healing power of relationships. I am a Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist (EFCT), a Certified Emotionally Focused Individual Therapist (EFIT) , a Level 2 Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy Therapist (AEDP), and a Certified Enneagram Coach/Trainer.
Taylor Renwick
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, MSSW, BSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37212
I respect that the role of sex varies from individual to individual and relationship to relationship.
I know how vital a welcoming, compassionate environment is to your safety, genuine growth, and wellbeing. I'm so excited to stand alongside you as we begin that journey! You may be trans or nonbinary, ethically nonmonogamous, polyamorous, queer, gay, questioning, in the kink community, or marginalized by society in other ways. Regardless, you deserve to feel seen, heard, and accepted as we work through whatever may be present in your life.
I respect that the role of sex varies from individual to individual and relationship to relationship.
I know how vital a welcoming, compassionate environment is to your safety, genuine growth, and wellbeing. I'm so excited to stand alongside you as we begin that journey! You may be trans or nonbinary, ethically nonmonogamous, polyamorous, queer, gay, questioning, in the kink community, or marginalized by society in other ways. Regardless, you deserve to feel seen, heard, and accepted as we work through whatever may be present in your life.
**EVENING APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE** I enjoy working with individuals, marriages, and couples who have the courage to enter the heartache of their past or current struggles, and creatively collaborate to find new ways to thrive and live and love more fully. I have experience with anxiety, depression, anger, grief, marital dissastifaction, OCD, and divorce. As a professional counselor, my goal is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where a person can acknowledge their current limitations and begin to move forward in positive strides.
**EVENING APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE** I enjoy working with individuals, marriages, and couples who have the courage to enter the heartache of their past or current struggles, and creatively collaborate to find new ways to thrive and live and love more fully. I have experience with anxiety, depression, anger, grief, marital dissastifaction, OCD, and divorce. As a professional counselor, my goal is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where a person can acknowledge their current limitations and begin to move forward in positive strides.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.