Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in Nashville, TN
Additionally, we have received intensive training in Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy ( ERP)—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
The greatest challenges often lead to the most meaningful growth. OCD therapy can be difficult work, but you won’t face it alone. I provide a safe, inclusive space free of judgment or discrimination. Together, we’ll identify patterns, triggers, and vulnerabilities, then work through them step by step using structured exposure techniques. Having recognized OCD traits in myself, I understand the process from both sides. I also treat schizophrenia, autism, depression, generalized and social anxiety, and borderline personality disorder.
Additionally, we have received intensive training in Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy ( ERP)—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
The greatest challenges often lead to the most meaningful growth. OCD therapy can be difficult work, but you won’t face it alone. I provide a safe, inclusive space free of judgment or discrimination. Together, we’ll identify patterns, triggers, and vulnerabilities, then work through them step by step using structured exposure techniques. Having recognized OCD traits in myself, I understand the process from both sides. I also treat schizophrenia, autism, depression, generalized and social anxiety, and borderline personality disorder.
Maybe you are living with constant intrusive thoughts, urges, or doubts that feel overwhelming and hard to shut off. Or you may find yourself stuck in cycles of anxiety, reassurance seeking, avoidance, or mental rituals, wanting relief but unsure how to break the pattern. You want lasting change, not just coping. I work with individuals seeking evidence based treatment for OCD and anxiety using Exposure and Response Prevention and CBT to reduce distress, reclaim daily functioning, and build confidence in living with uncertainty (Licensed in TN, IL, NC).
Maybe you are living with constant intrusive thoughts, urges, or doubts that feel overwhelming and hard to shut off. Or you may find yourself stuck in cycles of anxiety, reassurance seeking, avoidance, or mental rituals, wanting relief but unsure how to break the pattern. You want lasting change, not just coping. I work with individuals seeking evidence based treatment for OCD and anxiety using Exposure and Response Prevention and CBT to reduce distress, reclaim daily functioning, and build confidence in living with uncertainty (Licensed in TN, IL, NC).
For OCD, I use Inference-Based CBT and ERP.
Do you feel stuck? Overwhelmed? Numb? Inadequate? Exhausted? Are you tired of ruminating, overthinking, and intrusive thoughts? Are you a Christian experiencing a crisis of faith, religious OCD or spiritual abuse recovery? I am honored to support women with their anxiety, OCD, Christian faith issues, trauma recovery, or burn-out. I empower women to find their confidence and peace. I help clients learn to quiet their minds. By the end of therapy, many of my clients express an increased overall sense of well-being, clarity, and direction. I serve clients virtually in Tennessee and Georgia and in-person in Nashville.
For OCD, I use Inference-Based CBT and ERP.
Do you feel stuck? Overwhelmed? Numb? Inadequate? Exhausted? Are you tired of ruminating, overthinking, and intrusive thoughts? Are you a Christian experiencing a crisis of faith, religious OCD or spiritual abuse recovery? I am honored to support women with their anxiety, OCD, Christian faith issues, trauma recovery, or burn-out. I empower women to find their confidence and peace. I help clients learn to quiet their minds. By the end of therapy, many of my clients express an increased overall sense of well-being, clarity, and direction. I serve clients virtually in Tennessee and Georgia and in-person in Nashville.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing outpatient psychotherapy across the lifespan. My specialties include the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders (body dysmorphia, hair pulling, skin picking, tics), and anxiety disorders (generalized, social, separation, selective mutism, panic, phobias, illness). Services are also provided for depression, adjustment concerns, disruptive behavior, emotion dysregulation, and life transitions. My doctoral education and training were completed at Vanderbilt University.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing outpatient psychotherapy across the lifespan. My specialties include the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders (body dysmorphia, hair pulling, skin picking, tics), and anxiety disorders (generalized, social, separation, selective mutism, panic, phobias, illness). Services are also provided for depression, adjustment concerns, disruptive behavior, emotion dysregulation, and life transitions. My doctoral education and training were completed at Vanderbilt University.
Pain takes many forms: sorrow, anger, frustration, avoidance, etc. The pressure to be perfect is no friend to healing work, making it even more difficult to do. I want to offer a space for healing, acceptance, and vulnerability. I utilize authenticity, safety in non-judgment, and curiosity to help guide our work together.
You already have all the answers. I want to help you put words to the feelings and teach you how to use the tools hidden away in the back of your mind.
Pain takes many forms: sorrow, anger, frustration, avoidance, etc. The pressure to be perfect is no friend to healing work, making it even more difficult to do. I want to offer a space for healing, acceptance, and vulnerability. I utilize authenticity, safety in non-judgment, and curiosity to help guide our work together.
You already have all the answers. I want to help you put words to the feelings and teach you how to use the tools hidden away in the back of your mind.
I have worked with clients of all ages. I specialize in evidence-based practices which uses gold standard treatments to teach clients helpful skills in a timely manner. I have extensive training in trauma-focused treatments. I also have expertise working with a variety of difficulties, such as difficulty controlling emotion and attention, anger, anxiety, depression, mood swings, nightmares, panic attacks, serious mental illness, sleep problems, stress management, substance use, and relationship difficulties. There are many different approaches to therapy and I focus on individually creating the best treatment for each client.
I have worked with clients of all ages. I specialize in evidence-based practices which uses gold standard treatments to teach clients helpful skills in a timely manner. I have extensive training in trauma-focused treatments. I also have expertise working with a variety of difficulties, such as difficulty controlling emotion and attention, anger, anxiety, depression, mood swings, nightmares, panic attacks, serious mental illness, sleep problems, stress management, substance use, and relationship difficulties. There are many different approaches to therapy and I focus on individually creating the best treatment for each client.
I steadfastly believe that anyone can heal when sufficiently supported in a counseling relationship. I am passionate about cultivating an accepting and confidential therapeutic environment with space for tears, laughter, and authentic connection. I love working with ages 10+ and have a heart for working with adolescents and their families as well as adults. I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, codependency, perfectionism, and highly sensitive people. Creativity, warmth, authenticty, and empathy are my core values in my approach to counseling.
I steadfastly believe that anyone can heal when sufficiently supported in a counseling relationship. I am passionate about cultivating an accepting and confidential therapeutic environment with space for tears, laughter, and authentic connection. I love working with ages 10+ and have a heart for working with adolescents and their families as well as adults. I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, codependency, perfectionism, and highly sensitive people. Creativity, warmth, authenticty, and empathy are my core values in my approach to counseling.
You’re standing at a crossroads — maybe life is pushing you into a new season, like starting school, switching careers, or simply realizing the way things have been… isn’t working anymore. Change is exciting, but let’s be real — it’s also overwhelming. You don’t have to navigate it alone.
You’re standing at a crossroads — maybe life is pushing you into a new season, like starting school, switching careers, or simply realizing the way things have been… isn’t working anymore. Change is exciting, but let’s be real — it’s also overwhelming. You don’t have to navigate it alone.
Life brings challenges and relationships than can shift our paths in unexpected ways and leave us stuck. Often, the things that keep us stuck are rooted in the deeper experiences, the trauma that impacts how we show up, the anxiety that keeps us on edge, or obsessive thoughts that make it hard to trust ourselves. These experiences can play a large role in how we react, and our ability to feel close to who we care about. It is not something you have to navigate alone.
Life brings challenges and relationships than can shift our paths in unexpected ways and leave us stuck. Often, the things that keep us stuck are rooted in the deeper experiences, the trauma that impacts how we show up, the anxiety that keeps us on edge, or obsessive thoughts that make it hard to trust ourselves. These experiences can play a large role in how we react, and our ability to feel close to who we care about. It is not something you have to navigate alone.
I'm passionate about helping adults with OCD reclaim their life using ERP.
Are you tired of feeling like you’re battling your own brain every day? Whether it’s intrusive thoughts, constant “what if” worries, or the emotional ups and downs of new parenthood, you’re exhausted from trying to manage it all on your own. Living with OCD, or feeling persistently worried, tense, and on edge, is overwhelming to say the least. Perhaps you feel disconnected- not only from your loved ones, but from yourself as well. You might not know who you are anymore. You're doing your best to hold it all together, but sometimes your "best" doesn't feel good enough. I can tell you: life can be better than this & I'm here to help.
I'm passionate about helping adults with OCD reclaim their life using ERP.
Are you tired of feeling like you’re battling your own brain every day? Whether it’s intrusive thoughts, constant “what if” worries, or the emotional ups and downs of new parenthood, you’re exhausted from trying to manage it all on your own. Living with OCD, or feeling persistently worried, tense, and on edge, is overwhelming to say the least. Perhaps you feel disconnected- not only from your loved ones, but from yourself as well. You might not know who you are anymore. You're doing your best to hold it all together, but sometimes your "best" doesn't feel good enough. I can tell you: life can be better than this & I'm here to help.
Whether or not we ever meet, I want you to know that I respect your courage and strength. Simply by virtue of the fact that you’re reading this profile, I know that you yearn to move beyond struggle and build a life worth living. I would love to help you do that.
Whether or not we ever meet, I want you to know that I respect your courage and strength. Simply by virtue of the fact that you’re reading this profile, I know that you yearn to move beyond struggle and build a life worth living. I would love to help you do that.
We have received training in evidence-based treatments, including Exposure Response and Prevention ( ERP) therapy—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
We also specialize in Habit Reversal Training (HRT), among others. When you start with NOCD, you'll work with me or be paired with a therapist in our network, based on your preferences. We’ll get to know you and create a treatment plan to help you effectively address your challenges and achieve your goals.
We have received training in evidence-based treatments, including Exposure Response and Prevention ( ERP) therapy—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
We also specialize in Habit Reversal Training (HRT), among others. When you start with NOCD, you'll work with me or be paired with a therapist in our network, based on your preferences. We’ll get to know you and create a treatment plan to help you effectively address your challenges and achieve your goals.
Have you ever been told your emotions are “too much”? Maybe you’ve felt like you’re stuck in a loop of self-doubt, hopelessness, or even thoughts of giving up. I see you. And I want you to know things can get better. For the past decade, I have helped thousands of people emerge from hopelessness, suicidal ideation and the burden of unbearable pain into a life that they love using Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Life is hard. I know it is. I went through DBT as a client before I became a DBT therapist. And it saved my life. I want you to be filled with hope that DBT really can help and I can show you how.
Have you ever been told your emotions are “too much”? Maybe you’ve felt like you’re stuck in a loop of self-doubt, hopelessness, or even thoughts of giving up. I see you. And I want you to know things can get better. For the past decade, I have helped thousands of people emerge from hopelessness, suicidal ideation and the burden of unbearable pain into a life that they love using Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Life is hard. I know it is. I went through DBT as a client before I became a DBT therapist. And it saved my life. I want you to be filled with hope that DBT really can help and I can show you how.
I'm trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure & Response Prevention ( ERP), using a Person-Centered (Rogerian) approach.
"Do you see me? Do you hear me? Does what I say mean anything to you?" This is something Oprah Winfrey believes every person wants to know, and I couldn't agree more. I am so glad you're here. Reaching out for support can be hard sometimes. Being vulnerable enough to show up for ourselves and allow another person to witness that is a courageous thing. Whether you're here because someone suggested you try therapy, you've been in therapy for decades or you're somewhere in between, I'm ready to listen. And not only am I here to listen, I'm here to support and challenge you to do that hard thing or even finally face that fear.
I'm trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure & Response Prevention ( ERP), using a Person-Centered (Rogerian) approach.
"Do you see me? Do you hear me? Does what I say mean anything to you?" This is something Oprah Winfrey believes every person wants to know, and I couldn't agree more. I am so glad you're here. Reaching out for support can be hard sometimes. Being vulnerable enough to show up for ourselves and allow another person to witness that is a courageous thing. Whether you're here because someone suggested you try therapy, you've been in therapy for decades or you're somewhere in between, I'm ready to listen. And not only am I here to listen, I'm here to support and challenge you to do that hard thing or even finally face that fear.
With 15+ years of experience, I am extensively trained in treatment based on scientific research, including Acceptance & Commitment (ACT), exposure ( ERP/PE), and cognitive-behavioral treatments (CBT, ICBT, CPT).
You may be experiencing "stuckness" in your life, feeling caught in loops that have left you overwhelmed and in pain. Yet, something brought you here – somewhere within you is an action tendency to move toward healing, growth, and connection. Whatever burdens your body has carried alone - trauma, OCD, shame, identity struggles, loss, transitions, or existing in a world where you never felt welcome or understood - together, we can tap into that healing energy already within you, create a safe container for exploration of painful experiences, reconstruct old ways of being, and make space for movement toward what matters most to you.
With 15+ years of experience, I am extensively trained in treatment based on scientific research, including Acceptance & Commitment (ACT), exposure ( ERP/PE), and cognitive-behavioral treatments (CBT, ICBT, CPT).
You may be experiencing "stuckness" in your life, feeling caught in loops that have left you overwhelmed and in pain. Yet, something brought you here – somewhere within you is an action tendency to move toward healing, growth, and connection. Whatever burdens your body has carried alone - trauma, OCD, shame, identity struggles, loss, transitions, or existing in a world where you never felt welcome or understood - together, we can tap into that healing energy already within you, create a safe container for exploration of painful experiences, reconstruct old ways of being, and make space for movement toward what matters most to you.
First and foremost, you are not alone. I have personally experienced the transformative power of therapy and consider it one of the greatest gifts in my life. Before transitioning into mental health counseling, I spent seven years as the Nutrition Manager at a residential treatment center. I am passionate about helping any individual heal their relationship with themselves, their bodies, and food, as well as supporting caregivers and families as they navigate the challenges of eating disorders. My goal is to cultivate genuine connection and authenticity through warmth and curiosity.
First and foremost, you are not alone. I have personally experienced the transformative power of therapy and consider it one of the greatest gifts in my life. Before transitioning into mental health counseling, I spent seven years as the Nutrition Manager at a residential treatment center. I am passionate about helping any individual heal their relationship with themselves, their bodies, and food, as well as supporting caregivers and families as they navigate the challenges of eating disorders. My goal is to cultivate genuine connection and authenticity through warmth and curiosity.
Life can feel unbearably heavy...whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, substance use, chronic pain, eating challenges, or the constant pressure to keep everyone else happy in the process of experiencing these hardships..you don’t have to carry it alone! My clients come to therapy wanting to feel more grounded in their bodies, more confident in their choices, and more hopeful about the future. I affirm queerness, disability, and cultural identity, holding space for both personal and political realities.. Together, we’ll move from just surviving toward living with clarity, connection, and self-trust.
Life can feel unbearably heavy...whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, substance use, chronic pain, eating challenges, or the constant pressure to keep everyone else happy in the process of experiencing these hardships..you don’t have to carry it alone! My clients come to therapy wanting to feel more grounded in their bodies, more confident in their choices, and more hopeful about the future. I affirm queerness, disability, and cultural identity, holding space for both personal and political realities.. Together, we’ll move from just surviving toward living with clarity, connection, and self-trust.
I strive to provide you with a safe and nonjudgmental, empathetic space in order to support you through life's most challenging seasons. I believe in an egalitarian therapeutic relationship and that, with the right support and tools provided, you have the answers within you to facilitate positive changes in your life. Whether you or your child are seeking help for anxiety, to improve self esteem, process past trauma, or to navigate school or work issues, I would be honored to walk alongside you.
I strive to provide you with a safe and nonjudgmental, empathetic space in order to support you through life's most challenging seasons. I believe in an egalitarian therapeutic relationship and that, with the right support and tools provided, you have the answers within you to facilitate positive changes in your life. Whether you or your child are seeking help for anxiety, to improve self esteem, process past trauma, or to navigate school or work issues, I would be honored to walk alongside you.
I work with clients experiencing a wide variety of struggles including anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, low self-worth, boundary setting, serious and chronic illness, stress management, spirituality, religious trauma, grief/loss, and perinatal and postpartum mood disorders. I am open and affirming and have experience working with clients who identify as LGBTQIA+. I work with adults of all ages as well as couples. I see clients virtually through SimplePractice as well as in person.
I work with clients experiencing a wide variety of struggles including anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, low self-worth, boundary setting, serious and chronic illness, stress management, spirituality, religious trauma, grief/loss, and perinatal and postpartum mood disorders. I am open and affirming and have experience working with clients who identify as LGBTQIA+. I work with adults of all ages as well as couples. I see clients virtually through SimplePractice as well as in person.
Helping adults manage anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and life transitions through CBT, ERP, & EMDR in Nashville.
I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention Therapy ( ERP), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Whether you are seeking anxiety therapy, EMDR therapy, OCD therapy, support during life transitions, or challenges with parenting, I offer both in-person and online sessions.
Helping adults manage anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and life transitions through CBT, ERP, & EMDR in Nashville.
I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention Therapy ( ERP), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Whether you are seeking anxiety therapy, EMDR therapy, OCD therapy, support during life transitions, or challenges with parenting, I offer both in-person and online sessions.
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists
Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviors that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioral therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioral change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.