Positive Psychology Therapists in Nashville, TN

Each client possesses their own unique life experiences. These experiences may be valuable teachers, but experiencing emotional distress may also manifest into feelings of helplessness and frustration. Counseling is a collaboration and we will work together to bring you to a place of healing and peace. Life presents us with opportunities to choose new paths and create new visions and goals. In addition to being a psychologist, I am a certified life coach, certified health and wellness coach, and certified forest therapy guide. Whether you are seeking to address a personal issue or aspiring to achieve a goal, I'm here to help you.

**Currently Accepting New Clients**: Child and adolescent therapy specialist who offers many years of experience working with youth and their families. I am able to help children, teens, and families by providing empathetic support and instilling a new life perspective which focuses on the positive and increases hope. My clients become future-focused while also building confidence and resilience. I approach counseling from a strengths-based approach which is supported by research in positive psychology . To learn more about my background and experience, please click my website link on the left.

My work as a therapist is guided by the humanist theory that people can heal and grow if they have assistance that is genuine, empathetic, and accepting. I believe that when we accept ourselves exactly as we are, then we can find the strength to change behaviors that are not serving us. I specialize in working with people who have substance use, anxiety, depression, and interpersonal conflict issues. The approaches I use are informed by dialectic behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, positive psychology , attachment theory, and family systems theory. I am trained in EMDR.

I am a Licensed Psychologist, HSP, and Certified School Psychologist working with individuals 10 years and up that are seeking psychological wellness and mental health. Let me help you in your journey of life. Whether everyday life has become challenging, and transitions are throwing off your internal balance. Maybe your relationships need shaping up and/or strengthening. Perhaps all is well, and you just want to explore and grow more in a supportive environment. You may be seeking clarity for educational questions about your child's well being and development. All you need to do is take the first step towards A New Beginning!

One of the most important factors of success in therapy is your relationship with the counselor. It is a big reason why finding a counselor who is a "good fit" is an important decision. That important decision can seem paralyzing, but know that I am here to walk alongside you in any way that I can as you build the life that you want.

My goal as a therapist is to create a safe, trusting, and collaborative environment for clients to work through difficult experiences and achieve growth. I honor the uniqueness of each of my clients and provide a space in which they can explore how their past experiences may be impacting their current relationships, thought patterns, and view of themselves. Whether you are dealing with a traumatic experience, anxiety, disordered eating, or are just feeling “stuck,” together we will work to enhance your ability to cope, so that you can achieve a more balanced and fulfilled life.

Think about it, you have amassed significant accomplishments compared to your childhood upbringing. Many would call you "an over-achiever". But no one knows how much you really struggle behind closed doors. I've been there. Whether it be a romantic relationship, financial loss, work-related difficulty or family/school dynamics, a “trained clinical ear” is essential in order to gain insight and effective strategies for behavior change. We were not meant to go at this life alone. You have someone who knows how to listen, help you regroup and empower your next move.

You're tired of always feeling overwhelmed, on autopilot, or stuck in your head with anxiety and insecurities. Self-defeating beliefs and patterns are seriously getting in the way of your goals, work, or relationships. And maybe you also struggle with food, body image, or past events / traumas that make you wonder if you'll ever feel okay in your own skin. Did I just just describe you? Let's talk. I'm not a passive therapist— I roll up my sleeves and give you tangible strategies to deal more effectively in the moment with difficult experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

Feeling stuck, wanting to make improvements in your life? Addictions, affairs, unhappy relationships, loss, grief, shame, sudden or permanent life changes -- I can help you gain understanding and relief, in a safe, supportive, confidential, and non-judgmental setting. It takes courage to try new ways of thinking and behaving in the quest to identify and fulfill unmet needs. I can accompany you through the process of self-discovery, self-acceptance, forgiveness, healing, personal growth and freedom.

My preferred clients are children, individuals, and couples. With children, I focus primarily on adjustment and trauma-related issues. I utilize many different methodologies to target specific areas of interest and then rebuild their self-image. In individual therapy, I consider it an honor to walk with you as you explore your inner-most drives and motivations. I see us as a team, and I am not successful until you are. Lastly, as your couples therapist, I am dedicated to securing your relationship. I plan to stick together with you two as you put an end to harmful communication patterns and return to a place of love.

“The hardest part about the gym, is getting there.” And you have done that! I am excited that you have taken the first step to overcome your emotional challenges and life stressors. Making the choice to begin therapy is not always an easy one. My goal is to help you feel more comfortable about that decision. Sometimes you just need someone to assist you with life changes, challenges, and handling the stress of it all.

Hey there, most of my patients just call me "Doc" to keep it simple. My specialty areas include anxiety, relationship issues for couples, PTSD, & gastric bypass evaluations. Listen, life does not have to hurt ALL the time, & it is way too short to STAY unhappy & overwhelmed. You have the power to take back control of your life, job, family, & future. Rome, as great a city as it was in its prime, was not built in a day; it took time & a "plan". Together, we can develop a "plan" to get to the greatness inside you. Success is achievable; you just need the right coach. Call or email today & let me help you.

Therapy is one way of investing deeply in yourself. Whether you are experiencing a life transition, want to break free of old patterns, or desire more fulfillment in life, therapy can help. I bring over 15 years experience as a therapist and I am passionate about helping others live authentically and fully, while navigating life’s challenges with courage and support.

Living in stressful times can make it feel like mental health has to be put on the back burner but I believe in prioritizing joy and rest to endure what seems impossible. Using evidence-based, trauma-informed practices, I work with clients to find their true selves and help strip away external stressors so they feel prepared to take on life. I enjoy helping solo clients and any type of partner arrangement in navigating difficult conversations and establishing boundaries. It is normal for the therapy process to feel a bit intimidating but my sessions are informal and individually tailored. Neurodiverse? You'll be right at home!

Psychologist M. Scott Peck wrote in his besting selling work 'The Road Less Traveled' that "The attempt to avoid legitimate suffering lies at the root of all emotional illness." I have found this to be true in both my professional and personal life. My goal as a trauma-focused therapist to is assist clients to move into their emotional pain rather than away from it with the belief that the only way out of suffering is through.

Now Accepting New Clients! I believe taking that first step into a therapist's office can be one of the bravest actions a person can make. With all the demands and issues that life imposes on us, it is no wonder we often feel overwhelmed, anxious, sad, and alone. Often when we have these feelings, we do not know how to make them go away. Sometimes we are stuck in a rut, not realizing how strongly it can affect our state of mind.

It has been said that a good therapist is much more gardener than mechanic. I love this statement because it captures something too often missed by counselors and clients alike: I am here not to "fix" you but to help you gently prune away the old parts of you that no longer serve, for within you already is an innate capacity to heal and stretch upward if given safety, compassion, and unobstructed space to grow. Feel the difference? Beyond giving you tools for change, my job is to awaken the part of you that already knows how.

I work with men and couples. I help my clients become the best possible version of themselves- in work, relationships, and life. The healthiest son, husband, father, and friend.