Marriage Counseling Therapists in Nashville, TN

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Ragan Graves
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Nashville, TN 37215
I am native Nashvillian and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with experience providing clinical mental health services to adolescants & adults going through major life transitions.
I primarily see adolescenct girls, young adult & adult women. I specialize in assisting clients going through life stage transtions who may be experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relational issues or trauma.
I am native Nashvillian and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with experience providing clinical mental health services to adolescants & adults going through major life transitions.
I primarily see adolescenct girls, young adult & adult women. I specialize in assisting clients going through life stage transtions who may be experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relational issues or trauma.
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Tassel Faith Shanebrook
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Nashville, TN 37209
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and I am also a certified hypnotherapist, certified yoga teacher, Reiki master, and ordained minister.
I help individuals who may feel disconnected from their true selves, showing up as depression, anxiety, or a feeling of being unfulfilled. I help clients come back home to themselves, to their own dreams for their lives, to their own values, to their own feelings, and to their most aligned path for their relationships, careers, physical health, and joy. Clients usually experience very quick transformations with this work and express a feeling of internal wholeness and peace, as well as clarity about their way forward. One of the most common words clients use with this work is "life-changing"!
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and I am also a certified hypnotherapist, certified yoga teacher, Reiki master, and ordained minister.
I help individuals who may feel disconnected from their true selves, showing up as depression, anxiety, or a feeling of being unfulfilled. I help clients come back home to themselves, to their own dreams for their lives, to their own values, to their own feelings, and to their most aligned path for their relationships, careers, physical health, and joy. Clients usually experience very quick transformations with this work and express a feeling of internal wholeness and peace, as well as clarity about their way forward. One of the most common words clients use with this work is "life-changing"!
(615) 249-1353 View (615) 249-1353
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Holly Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37212
I work with a wide range of problems including, trauma, PTSD, attachment issues, depression, anxiety, marital/relationship issues, life & transition issues & addictions/recovery.
At the core of everything I do in therapy is the belief that true healing happens through empowerment and love, not fear. Therapy encompasses a bit of art, science, intuition, and loving kindness. What works in therapy is a real person connecting to a real person and I believe the best therapists are those who show you where to look, but don't tell you what to see. My approach is based on a model of healing and empowerment to help you reconnect with that whole, thoughtful, creative, fearless human being you are and to trust your inner wisdom.
I work with a wide range of problems including, trauma, PTSD, attachment issues, depression, anxiety, marital/relationship issues, life & transition issues & addictions/recovery.
At the core of everything I do in therapy is the belief that true healing happens through empowerment and love, not fear. Therapy encompasses a bit of art, science, intuition, and loving kindness. What works in therapy is a real person connecting to a real person and I believe the best therapists are those who show you where to look, but don't tell you what to see. My approach is based on a model of healing and empowerment to help you reconnect with that whole, thoughtful, creative, fearless human being you are and to trust your inner wisdom.
(615) 338-6517 View (615) 338-6517
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Christine Faith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Online Only
My Masters is in Marriage & Family Therapy.
I'm a telehealth-based therapist with a lot of years of practice. Bring to me your relationship issues, your past trauma, and your desire to understand yourself better! I'd love to see you grow in your insight, your communication, your relationships, your identity and self-value.
My Masters is in Marriage & Family Therapy.
I'm a telehealth-based therapist with a lot of years of practice. Bring to me your relationship issues, your past trauma, and your desire to understand yourself better! I'd love to see you grow in your insight, your communication, your relationships, your identity and self-value.
(629) 289-0200 View (629) 289-0200
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Campbell Hopkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37215
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Tennessee.
Two values I strive for in the therapy room are understanding and security. When you walk through my door, I want you to feel the kind of safety that allows you to get cozy on the sofa and take a deep breath before diving into what matters most to you. Throughout the process, my hope is that all parts of you - those you love and know well and those that you struggle with or push away in your daily life - feel welcome, seen, appreciated, and understood. My clients are primarily adult individuals who hope to find healing and connection within themselves and with others.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Tennessee.
Two values I strive for in the therapy room are understanding and security. When you walk through my door, I want you to feel the kind of safety that allows you to get cozy on the sofa and take a deep breath before diving into what matters most to you. Throughout the process, my hope is that all parts of you - those you love and know well and those that you struggle with or push away in your daily life - feel welcome, seen, appreciated, and understood. My clients are primarily adult individuals who hope to find healing and connection within themselves and with others.
(615) 471-6747 View (615) 471-6747
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Nathan Hunzicker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Family, friends, marriage and most importantly yourself.
I focus on communication and how to improve it not only with others, but the communication you have with yourself. I emphasize controlling what you can control in a relationship and not to take on burdens that are not yours to carry. I can help you in your relationships so you can thrive and overcome life's challenges.
Family, friends, marriage and most importantly yourself.
I focus on communication and how to improve it not only with others, but the communication you have with yourself. I emphasize controlling what you can control in a relationship and not to take on burdens that are not yours to carry. I can help you in your relationships so you can thrive and overcome life's challenges.
(865) 999-4145 View (865) 999-4145
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Justin W Forgette
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , MHSP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
In my individual practice I enjoy helping individuals with Men's issues, marital struggles, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, and Self-esteem.
There exists a stigma surrounding men seeking counseling. My goal is to simplify the process of entering counseling. I take pleasure in aiding men to discover healing or purpose in their lives. However, my services are not exclusive to men; women can also benefit from a male counselor. My approach centers on person-centered therapy, family systems, and CBT.
In my individual practice I enjoy helping individuals with Men's issues, marital struggles, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, and Self-esteem.
There exists a stigma surrounding men seeking counseling. My goal is to simplify the process of entering counseling. I take pleasure in aiding men to discover healing or purpose in their lives. However, my services are not exclusive to men; women can also benefit from a male counselor. My approach centers on person-centered therapy, family systems, and CBT.
(423) 512-3014 View (423) 512-3014
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Alicia Lowry Lewis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I hold bachelor's degrees in English literature and Journalism and received my master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University in 2009.
I believe we are relational creatures designed to live in intimate relationship with God, Self, and Others and attention must be given to all three areas in order to experience deep transformation. My desire is to walk with clients toward health by exploring their story to uncover the themes, shaping beliefs, and coping strategies that keep us from living fully. Since relational healing takes place in relationship, I strive to create a safe place for my clients to process, grow, be challenged, make personal and relational discoveries, and move toward healing, wholeness, and freedom.
I hold bachelor's degrees in English literature and Journalism and received my master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University in 2009.
I believe we are relational creatures designed to live in intimate relationship with God, Self, and Others and attention must be given to all three areas in order to experience deep transformation. My desire is to walk with clients toward health by exploring their story to uncover the themes, shaping beliefs, and coping strategies that keep us from living fully. Since relational healing takes place in relationship, I strive to create a safe place for my clients to process, grow, be challenged, make personal and relational discoveries, and move toward healing, wholeness, and freedom.
(615) 823-5419 View (615) 823-5419
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Connie Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a licensed marriage & family therapist, I believe in therapy for the whole person to include mind, body, spirit.
For children, play is their primary language. When we integrate the child's five senses through play, we begin to see parts of the internal self through the thoughts, feelings, and actions in the play therapy room.
As a licensed marriage & family therapist, I believe in therapy for the whole person to include mind, body, spirit.
For children, play is their primary language. When we integrate the child's five senses through play, we begin to see parts of the internal self through the thoughts, feelings, and actions in the play therapy room.
(615) 492-8957 View (615) 492-8957
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Juliana Breeden
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
12 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37212
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Nashville, TN, where I offer individual, couples, and family therapy.
My interests include depression, anxiety, couples therapy, self esteem issues, spirituality, and trauma. My approach is holistic and integrative, focused in Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness practices, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and EMDR. I am currently in the process of becoming Level 1 certified in IFS.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Nashville, TN, where I offer individual, couples, and family therapy.
My interests include depression, anxiety, couples therapy, self esteem issues, spirituality, and trauma. My approach is holistic and integrative, focused in Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness practices, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and EMDR. I am currently in the process of becoming Level 1 certified in IFS.
(615) 392-3698 View (615) 392-3698
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Pamela K Haga Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
6 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37216
I am also trained in Relational Life Therapy, a couples' therapy created by Terry Real (author of "The New Rules of Marriage").
"The Wound is the Place Where the Light Enters You." ~ Rumi~ In one way or another, our souls have been bruised. Depression, anxiety, divorce/relationship issues, trauma, family crisis, & many other issues can slowly chip away at our self-worth, our sense of belonging, our hope. Do you seek a true, raw connection with yourself & others? Are you tired of fighting the "uphill battle" & seek peace in your life? I have no magic wand. I cannot make troubles disappear. I can, however, walk with you & give you the tools to find inner peace & love in the midst of chaos.
I am also trained in Relational Life Therapy, a couples' therapy created by Terry Real (author of "The New Rules of Marriage").
"The Wound is the Place Where the Light Enters You." ~ Rumi~ In one way or another, our souls have been bruised. Depression, anxiety, divorce/relationship issues, trauma, family crisis, & many other issues can slowly chip away at our self-worth, our sense of belonging, our hope. Do you seek a true, raw connection with yourself & others? Are you tired of fighting the "uphill battle" & seek peace in your life? I have no magic wand. I cannot make troubles disappear. I can, however, walk with you & give you the tools to find inner peace & love in the midst of chaos.
(615) 610-1454 View (615) 610-1454
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New Path Counseling & Consulting PLLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Nashville, TN 37217
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with many types of disorders - including learning difficulties, Attention Deficit Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorders, Marital/Relationship problems, Anxiety, and Depression.
Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), meditation and mindfulness coupled with twenty years of child advocacy, professional parenting education, and consultation that include Domestic Violence, Anger Management, Alcohol & Drug and Parenting Assessments are some services offered.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with many types of disorders - including learning difficulties, Attention Deficit Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorders, Marital/Relationship problems, Anxiety, and Depression.
Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), meditation and mindfulness coupled with twenty years of child advocacy, professional parenting education, and consultation that include Domestic Violence, Anger Management, Alcohol & Drug and Parenting Assessments are some services offered.
(615) 455-3227 View (615) 455-3227
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Daniel Fowler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
This can be because of depression, anxiety, life changes, substance use, marriage conflicts, or so much more.
I work with anyone who is looking for change. I work with the individual that has tried before and given up on hope. I work with depression, anxiety, marriage, substance use, self-esteem, self-confidence, trauma, ADHD, life issues, life transitions, and so much more.
This can be because of depression, anxiety, life changes, substance use, marriage conflicts, or so much more.
I work with anyone who is looking for change. I work with the individual that has tried before and given up on hope. I work with depression, anxiety, marriage, substance use, self-esteem, self-confidence, trauma, ADHD, life issues, life transitions, and so much more.
(949) 534-8834 View (949) 534-8834
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Rhonda Stalb
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I feel deeply honored to walk alongside couples and individuals as they navigate the joys and challenges of marriage and family life.
That’s why I create a safe, grace-filled space where you and your spouse can open up, gain new tools for communication, and invite God into your healing journey. I focus on areas like conflict resolution, intimacy restoration, emotional connection, and navigating life’s transitions.
I feel deeply honored to walk alongside couples and individuals as they navigate the joys and challenges of marriage and family life.
That’s why I create a safe, grace-filled space where you and your spouse can open up, gain new tools for communication, and invite God into your healing journey. I focus on areas like conflict resolution, intimacy restoration, emotional connection, and navigating life’s transitions.
(629) 265-9785 View (629) 265-9785
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Alex Van Fleet
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Nashville, TN 37214
I am passionate about working with couples (dating, pre- marital, married) and families (parenting issues).
Let's be honest, relationships are hard work! Therapy takes intentional effort, vulnerability and persistence to bring about meaningful change in our lives. Before that change can occur, we must first learn what is going on. I want to help you identify the negative patterns in your life and provide tools to replace them with new life-giving actions and transforming truths to bring about healing and restoration in your relationships. Change is possible!
I am passionate about working with couples (dating, pre- marital, married) and families (parenting issues).
Let's be honest, relationships are hard work! Therapy takes intentional effort, vulnerability and persistence to bring about meaningful change in our lives. Before that change can occur, we must first learn what is going on. I want to help you identify the negative patterns in your life and provide tools to replace them with new life-giving actions and transforming truths to bring about healing and restoration in your relationships. Change is possible!
(615) 544-6068 View (615) 544-6068
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Jeannie Hankins Milan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
5 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
Connected to Lipscomb University's Master's of Marriage and Family Therapy program (the only COAMFTE accredited program in Nashville), we provide high quality mental health care.
Have harmful events in religious settings left you unsure of what to believe in? Is faith a source of pain and trauma? You don't have to walk this path alone! I seek to work collaboratively with clients to help them learn new and healthier ways of relating to those around them and gain a greater ability to treat themselves and others with compassion. It takes courage to step into the therapy room; I work to provide a disarming space for clients. My curiosity guides me as I get to know people for who they are and help clients learn to think, feel, and act in new productive ways in order for them to become the people they hope to be.
Connected to Lipscomb University's Master's of Marriage and Family Therapy program (the only COAMFTE accredited program in Nashville), we provide high quality mental health care.
Have harmful events in religious settings left you unsure of what to believe in? Is faith a source of pain and trauma? You don't have to walk this path alone! I seek to work collaboratively with clients to help them learn new and healthier ways of relating to those around them and gain a greater ability to treat themselves and others with compassion. It takes courage to step into the therapy room; I work to provide a disarming space for clients. My curiosity guides me as I get to know people for who they are and help clients learn to think, feel, and act in new productive ways in order for them to become the people they hope to be.
(844) 234-3216 View (844) 234-3216
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Samara Silvester
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC
4 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
I am a certified SYMBIS facilitator for pre- marital work.
I am honored to join my clients on their unique journeys, offering a safe holding environment to facilitate connection, healing, and growth. I favor a client-centered and integrative approach, providing empathy and unconditional positive regard as clients navigate a variety of concerns. I am passionate in my commitment to walk alongside clients as they develop the skills to foster more authentic and meaningful connections with both self and others.
I am a certified SYMBIS facilitator for pre- marital work.
I am honored to join my clients on their unique journeys, offering a safe holding environment to facilitate connection, healing, and growth. I favor a client-centered and integrative approach, providing empathy and unconditional positive regard as clients navigate a variety of concerns. I am passionate in my commitment to walk alongside clients as they develop the skills to foster more authentic and meaningful connections with both self and others.
(615) 632-3367 View (615) 632-3367
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Natalie Hoyt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
Additionally, I am trained in Prepare/Enrich to work with couples both in the premarital and marital setting.
“I wish, as well as everybody else, to be perfectly happy; but, like everybody else, it must be in my own way.” – Jane Austen As a lover of stories, it would be an honor to hear yours. While I believe we should each be the author of our own story, so much of life can get confused by the stories others are telling us about ourselves. Using a holistic approach supported by evidenced-based practices including Restoration Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and IFS, I work to create a nonjudgmental and safe space that allows clients to re-author their story and live their lives in a way that encourages them to be happy in their own way.
Additionally, I am trained in Prepare/Enrich to work with couples both in the premarital and marital setting.
“I wish, as well as everybody else, to be perfectly happy; but, like everybody else, it must be in my own way.” – Jane Austen As a lover of stories, it would be an honor to hear yours. While I believe we should each be the author of our own story, so much of life can get confused by the stories others are telling us about ourselves. Using a holistic approach supported by evidenced-based practices including Restoration Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and IFS, I work to create a nonjudgmental and safe space that allows clients to re-author their story and live their lives in a way that encourages them to be happy in their own way.
(615) 205-9589 View (615) 205-9589
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Central Care Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
5 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37217
I work with different people who are going through different personal situations, having challenges with their families, or struggling in their marriage.
En esta vida siempre hay algo que nos hace cambiar. La naturaleza humana dice que es el amor o la perdida. Si usted necesita ayuda a poder lograr sus metas o lograr los cambios; llame. Yo trabajo con personas quien estan pasando por diferentes situaciones ellos mismos, con sus familia, o su matrimonio.
I work with different people who are going through different personal situations, having challenges with their families, or struggling in their marriage.
En esta vida siempre hay algo que nos hace cambiar. La naturaleza humana dice que es el amor o la perdida. Si usted necesita ayuda a poder lograr sus metas o lograr los cambios; llame. Yo trabajo con personas quien estan pasando por diferentes situaciones ellos mismos, con sus familia, o su matrimonio.
(615) 745-3461 View (615) 745-3461
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Olivia Lancaster
Pre-Licensed Professional
Nashville, TN 37212
I am specially trained in maternal mental health and marriage and family therapy to provide evidence-based, unbiased therapy to help you make the most of this season of life.
I chose the field of perinatal mental health after walking alongside family and close friends in their infertility, loss, and pregnancy journeys. Inspired by their resiliency and my personal experiences with bereavement, and caretaking, I hope to create a welcoming environment where individuals are free to come as they are.
I am specially trained in maternal mental health and marriage and family therapy to provide evidence-based, unbiased therapy to help you make the most of this season of life.
I chose the field of perinatal mental health after walking alongside family and close friends in their infertility, loss, and pregnancy journeys. Inspired by their resiliency and my personal experiences with bereavement, and caretaking, I hope to create a welcoming environment where individuals are free to come as they are.
(615) 239-1701 View (615) 239-1701

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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.