In Person Therapists in Nashville, TN
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.
Casey Dycus is an LPC-MHSP and a state licensed Supervisor helping young professionals, women, marriages, and families regain a sense of balance, holistic living, and emotional regulation. She specializes in helping those that need to work through trauma, depression, and anxiety. When people get stuck in lower functioning emotions and find themselves merely surviving, it is often hard to get out of that place and find purpose and joy in life. Casey's goal is to recognize patterns that keep her clients stuck and help them make goals that cultivate healing within themselves and their familial or interpersonal relationships.
Casey Dycus is an LPC-MHSP and a state licensed Supervisor helping young professionals, women, marriages, and families regain a sense of balance, holistic living, and emotional regulation. She specializes in helping those that need to work through trauma, depression, and anxiety. When people get stuck in lower functioning emotions and find themselves merely surviving, it is often hard to get out of that place and find purpose and joy in life. Casey's goal is to recognize patterns that keep her clients stuck and help them make goals that cultivate healing within themselves and their familial or interpersonal relationships.
Talk therapy is not enough. My approach to therapy focuses on combining cognitive and somatic therapies to strengthen connection to self, and reduce the blocks to healing. The goal is to connect to your authenticity, and have the freedom to find positive and affirming ways to enjoy relationships with self and others. The goal is to experience life without shutting down or disconnecting, and/or using destructive behaviors to reduce pain and distress. Attaining the freedom to choose what you want for yourself, begins with taking the first step.
Talk therapy is not enough. My approach to therapy focuses on combining cognitive and somatic therapies to strengthen connection to self, and reduce the blocks to healing. The goal is to connect to your authenticity, and have the freedom to find positive and affirming ways to enjoy relationships with self and others. The goal is to experience life without shutting down or disconnecting, and/or using destructive behaviors to reduce pain and distress. Attaining the freedom to choose what you want for yourself, begins with taking the first step.
I provide therapy with individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, educational and other diversified backgrounds. With over 18 years’ experience in the mental health field, I provide support and practical feedback to help you effectively address the challenges you are facing in your life. With compassion and understanding, I work with you to help you build on your strengths and attain the personal growth you are committed to accomplishing. Much of my job is to ask you questions you may not have asked yourself, to help you think about yourself and your problems in a new way.
I provide therapy with individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, educational and other diversified backgrounds. With over 18 years’ experience in the mental health field, I provide support and practical feedback to help you effectively address the challenges you are facing in your life. With compassion and understanding, I work with you to help you build on your strengths and attain the personal growth you are committed to accomplishing. Much of my job is to ask you questions you may not have asked yourself, to help you think about yourself and your problems in a new way.
Self-discovery is an intentional process which helps us create a balanced approach to change and acceptance. I offer a safe and creative space for teens and adults to explore identity, life changes, and relationships. I am deeply passionate about serving marginalized populations and am affirming of all identities. I enjoy supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community in finding individuation of self, creating healthy relationships/attachments, and exploring the intricacies of gender and sex to support their understanding of how they can show up as humans in their world.
Self-discovery is an intentional process which helps us create a balanced approach to change and acceptance. I offer a safe and creative space for teens and adults to explore identity, life changes, and relationships. I am deeply passionate about serving marginalized populations and am affirming of all identities. I enjoy supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community in finding individuation of self, creating healthy relationships/attachments, and exploring the intricacies of gender and sex to support their understanding of how they can show up as humans in their world.
I work with children and families to target their clinical concerns in the treatment of of selective mutism, anxiety, disruptive behavior and other behavioral concerns in children and adolescents. Parent training is at the core of my work as you are with your child the most, it is vital that you feel skilled to support your child at home outside of the treatment room. We work with teachers, family, and community when appropriate to treatment to take treatment goals out of the therapy room.
I work with children and families to target their clinical concerns in the treatment of of selective mutism, anxiety, disruptive behavior and other behavioral concerns in children and adolescents. Parent training is at the core of my work as you are with your child the most, it is vital that you feel skilled to support your child at home outside of the treatment room. We work with teachers, family, and community when appropriate to treatment to take treatment goals out of the therapy room.
I love having the opportunity to work with women to help them become healed, healthy and whole. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients learn new ways of thinking and relating to their world. I also use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocesing) as a dynamic tool for processing traumatic memories and replacing negative beliefs clients may have about themselves. It is my desire to join you wherever you are in your journey. We will confront the past, share insights about the present and develop the tools you need to move toward an empowered and hopeful future.
I love having the opportunity to work with women to help them become healed, healthy and whole. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients learn new ways of thinking and relating to their world. I also use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocesing) as a dynamic tool for processing traumatic memories and replacing negative beliefs clients may have about themselves. It is my desire to join you wherever you are in your journey. We will confront the past, share insights about the present and develop the tools you need to move toward an empowered and hopeful future.
Dr. Paul D. Fisher is a senior Licensed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist based in Nashville, TN. A former military officer and CEO, he specializes in psychological selection, forensic evaluations, SWAT training, and special operations. He earned his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Alabama in 1983 and completed his residency at Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center as an honors graduate.
Dr. Paul D. Fisher is a senior Licensed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist based in Nashville, TN. A former military officer and CEO, he specializes in psychological selection, forensic evaluations, SWAT training, and special operations. He earned his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Alabama in 1983 and completed his residency at Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center as an honors graduate.
I specialize in hypnotherapy and EMDR to help clients heal trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use at the root level. My work includes inner child–focused hypnosis, exploratory hypnotherapy, and evidence-based smoking cessation, alongside trauma-informed addiction treatment. By working with the subconscious and nervous system, we can gently release patterns that fuel addiction and emotional distress. I also integrate CBT and recovery-focused support to help you rebuild trust in yourself and create lasting change.
I specialize in hypnotherapy and EMDR to help clients heal trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use at the root level. My work includes inner child–focused hypnosis, exploratory hypnotherapy, and evidence-based smoking cessation, alongside trauma-informed addiction treatment. By working with the subconscious and nervous system, we can gently release patterns that fuel addiction and emotional distress. I also integrate CBT and recovery-focused support to help you rebuild trust in yourself and create lasting change.
Together, we can sift through your story — the delightful, confusing, painful, overwhelming, and sorrowful parts — to validate the struggle, expand awareness, repair the hurt, and practice new strategies toward a life of wholeness. The heart is a good place. I hope to have the privilege of helping tend to yours.
Together, we can sift through your story — the delightful, confusing, painful, overwhelming, and sorrowful parts — to validate the struggle, expand awareness, repair the hurt, and practice new strategies toward a life of wholeness. The heart is a good place. I hope to have the privilege of helping tend to yours.
I offer virtual sessions for Tennessee and Florida residents, and in-person sessions in Nashville, TN.
I love helping people who feel stuck in some way in their lives or their relationships work and are ready to do a deep dive into healing. This "stuck" feeling may show up in many different areas in life, like relational disconnection and conflict, recurring family issues, religious deconstruction, struggles with anxiety and depression, or generally feeling like you're at a crossroads.
I offer virtual sessions for Tennessee and Florida residents, and in-person sessions in Nashville, TN.
I love helping people who feel stuck in some way in their lives or their relationships work and are ready to do a deep dive into healing. This "stuck" feeling may show up in many different areas in life, like relational disconnection and conflict, recurring family issues, religious deconstruction, struggles with anxiety and depression, or generally feeling like you're at a crossroads.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating codependency, trauma, relational conflict, and identity exploration. Many of my clients struggle with people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling overly responsible for others’ emotions. Together, we work to untangle these patterns, fostering a sense of self-trust, autonomy, and healthy relationships. I also support LGBTQIA+ individuals (14+ y/o) facing identity-related stress, family dynamics, and societal pressures. As a queer person in the South, I know how vital affirming spaces are, and I strive to provide one where you can explore your authentic self.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating codependency, trauma, relational conflict, and identity exploration. Many of my clients struggle with people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling overly responsible for others’ emotions. Together, we work to untangle these patterns, fostering a sense of self-trust, autonomy, and healthy relationships. I also support LGBTQIA+ individuals (14+ y/o) facing identity-related stress, family dynamics, and societal pressures. As a queer person in the South, I know how vital affirming spaces are, and I strive to provide one where you can explore your authentic self.
I offer therapy in person and online through a secure tele-health platform.
Mind-Body Therapy. You might look like you’re doing well on the outside, but inside, you feel anxious, tense, or stuck in your head.
Maybe you find yourself overthinking, struggling to stay present, or noticing your body tensing. You might replay situations, battle self-doubt, or feel like you’re not showing up the way you want to in your daily life.
You’ve tried to “push through” or think your way out of it, but it hasn’t led to lasting change. That’s because anxiety isn’t just mental; it lives in your nervous system.
I offer therapy in person and online through a secure tele-health platform.
Mind-Body Therapy. You might look like you’re doing well on the outside, but inside, you feel anxious, tense, or stuck in your head.
Maybe you find yourself overthinking, struggling to stay present, or noticing your body tensing. You might replay situations, battle self-doubt, or feel like you’re not showing up the way you want to in your daily life.
You’ve tried to “push through” or think your way out of it, but it hasn’t led to lasting change. That’s because anxiety isn’t just mental; it lives in your nervous system.
I am currently holding all counseling sessions in person
My work is psychodynamically oriented, which means that I am interested in how early life and family of origin issues impact current life relationships and events. I work with both individuals and couples. I also work with people of color. I have a general practice that includes people dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, trauma, work related stress, sexual identity, gender identity, religious issues, etc.
I am currently holding all counseling sessions in person
My work is psychodynamically oriented, which means that I am interested in how early life and family of origin issues impact current life relationships and events. I work with both individuals and couples. I also work with people of color. I have a general practice that includes people dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, trauma, work related stress, sexual identity, gender identity, religious issues, etc.
I see adults and kids 10 and under in person, or I see teens & adults online.
Therapy for neurodivergent folks without a neurodivergent therapist can often be more harmful than no therapy at all. Whether you’re a neurodivergent adult navigating a world that feels like it wasn't built for you, or a parent trying your best to support your kid with their own struggles, I’m here to offer a space where you don’t have to mask, over-explain, apologize, or shrink yourself.
I see adults and kids 10 and under in person, or I see teens & adults online.
Therapy for neurodivergent folks without a neurodivergent therapist can often be more harmful than no therapy at all. Whether you’re a neurodivergent adult navigating a world that feels like it wasn't built for you, or a parent trying your best to support your kid with their own struggles, I’m here to offer a space where you don’t have to mask, over-explain, apologize, or shrink yourself.
Sessions are available in person in Midtown Nashville and via Telehealth across Tennessee.
You and your partner are driven, capable, and deeply committed, but the stress of balancing demanding careers, home life, and emotional connection is starting to take a toll. Many high-achieving couples, especially attorneys, creatives, and professionals, find themselves running on empty, stuck in the same arguments, or feeling emotionally disconnected despite caring deeply about one another. When burnout and work-life imbalance pile up, the relationship often becomes another place where stress shows up instead of support.
Sessions are available in person in Midtown Nashville and via Telehealth across Tennessee.
You and your partner are driven, capable, and deeply committed, but the stress of balancing demanding careers, home life, and emotional connection is starting to take a toll. Many high-achieving couples, especially attorneys, creatives, and professionals, find themselves running on empty, stuck in the same arguments, or feeling emotionally disconnected despite caring deeply about one another. When burnout and work-life imbalance pile up, the relationship often becomes another place where stress shows up instead of support.
Life can be difficult and hard to navigate but i believe we all have the strength and resilience to grow and change. Therapy is a place to feel known and understood.
Life can be difficult and hard to navigate but i believe we all have the strength and resilience to grow and change. Therapy is a place to feel known and understood.
I offer both video Telehealth and in person appointments Tuesday through Thursday.
If you're a man navigating anxiety through a breakup, divorce, or major life transition, you don't have to figure it out alone. Maybe you didn't expect to be here — unsure of who you are outside the relationship, caught in your head, or just going through the motions. Together, we'll work through the anxiety, rebuild your sense of self, and get you back to feeling grounded, present, and like yourself again.
I offer both video Telehealth and in person appointments Tuesday through Thursday.
If you're a man navigating anxiety through a breakup, divorce, or major life transition, you don't have to figure it out alone. Maybe you didn't expect to be here — unsure of who you are outside the relationship, caught in your head, or just going through the motions. Together, we'll work through the anxiety, rebuild your sense of self, and get you back to feeling grounded, present, and like yourself again.
I'm currently accepting new clients for in-person sessions in Nashville, Brentwood, and Franklin, as well as through telehealth.
My approach is grounded in kindness and curiosity. You know yourself and your life better than anyone else, and I see my role as helping you look at your experiences from different perspectives, notice things that may be difficult to see on your own, and understand yourself more deeply.
I'm currently accepting new clients for in-person sessions in Nashville, Brentwood, and Franklin, as well as through telehealth.
My approach is grounded in kindness and curiosity. You know yourself and your life better than anyone else, and I see my role as helping you look at your experiences from different perspectives, notice things that may be difficult to see on your own, and understand yourself more deeply.
Having been in the field for a decade, I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and have a passion for people in the midst of life transitions such as shifting relationships, career change, and health issues. Most importantly, I desire to walk with my clients into the depths of their hearts and to help awaken them to their inherent worth. I believe the counseling process is an art and I consider it a privilege to walk with my clients toward healing.
Having been in the field for a decade, I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and have a passion for people in the midst of life transitions such as shifting relationships, career change, and health issues. Most importantly, I desire to walk with my clients into the depths of their hearts and to help awaken them to their inherent worth. I believe the counseling process is an art and I consider it a privilege to walk with my clients toward healing.
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FAQ - About In Person Therapy
What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.
When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.
How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.