Transgender Therapists in Nashville, TN
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Katherine Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC, MHSP
Verified
Verified
Hi there! I am a counselor who works with clients ages 13+ and am skilled in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, body image, self-esteem, anger management, and transition issues. I also have specialized training and experience working with older adults with dementia and other cognitive and age-related changes. Additionally, I see teenagers and adults of all ages who identify as LGBTQIA+ and am well-versed in helping clients who are questioning their identities, beginning the coming-out process, and/or transitioning. I am included as a recommended specialist for
transgender
mental health in the local OUTMemphis Resource Guide.

Gender Dysphoria Assessments & Letters TN
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in helping people work through
gender dysphoria
in a supportive and affirming space. From HRT to gender affirming surgeries, your goals for transition will be honored in the assessment and letter. Questions in the assessment are intended to capture your progress so far and clarify your goals, without pathologizing your gender.

Rachel Hammons
Counselor, MA, LPCMHSP, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in OCD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and
gender dysphoria
/identity exploration.
It’s taken me a long time to write this because I desperately wanted my bio to communicate my heart for counseling, people, and the work that I do, but I also feel that words fall short when you’re trying to communicate something so intimate. First of all, you are brave for taking a step toward deeper healing, and I am honored that you might consider me as a support alongside you in your journey. Whether this is your first time seeking counseling or your 10th time, I hope to encourage and help empower you in your fight to become who you want to be. Whatever next step you decide to take, I hope the best for you.

Julia A McAninch
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My specialty areas include trauma and PTSD (rape, child abuse, domestic violence, neglect, emotional abuse, car accidents and other accidents, combat exposure, and other violent crimes);
relationship issues (couples therapy, recovering from affairs, LGBT couples, family conflict);
sexuality (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and questioning concerns, sexual performance, diverse sexual expression);
gender (women's issues, men's issues,
transgender
issues);
identity exploration (college students, multicultural populations, career changes);
mood disorders (depression and anxiety);
along with other areas of concern. Please go to www.mcaninchpsychological.com to see more.

Kevin Khye
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Hi there! My name is Kevin Khye. As a person who has been on their own journey of self-discovery, I understand how important it is to have guidance on your path of personal transformation. You know yourself best, and I would be grateful to come alongside you, empowering you to create solutions for your life. Through compassionate support and empathy, I can help you on that journey. Throughout my experience, I’ve helped adults, children, and teens who are dealing with grief and loss, stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, LGBTQ issues, and trauma, in addition to co-facilitating groups for
transgender
youth and their parents.

Tynya Patton— Anxiety Depression Lgbtqia+
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified
Verified
Feeling frustrated by anxiety or depression? Need help
sorting out your gender identity (
gender dysphoria
),
sexual preferences, and other LGBTQIA+ issues? In
therapy, you can get practical help and build coping skills.
You can get the help that you need to reach your goals.
You can learn to better manage both everyday frustrations
and the big events in your life. We will work on skills to
manage stress, build motivation, and move your life
forward in the direction that you want to go. HRT and
confirmation surgery letters if indicated. If you're feeling
overwhelmed and uncertain, let me help you find your
way.

April Michelle Tyson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP, MAC, SAP
Verified
Verified
I am also a SAP for those who operate under DOT safety and have failed a drug test.* We all need someone at one time or another. Reach out, I would love to help. I have many years working with addiction and recovery. I work with many populations to include addictions, codependency, couples, marriage and family, childhood trauma, grief, severe and persistent mental illness such as bi-polar, OCD etc, situational issues, and personality disorders. I work with spiritual issues and have experience working with
transgender
population such as
gender dysphoria
and coming out. I use person centered approach.

Aunge (Andrea) Boyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPCMHSP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Finding a therapist who validates and reflects core aspects of your identity can be difficult. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space for you to feel accepted, respected, and understood. I appreciate working with a diverse group of clients, especially individuals from marginalized and underserved communities (BIPOC, LGBTQ+). My approach is intersectional, collaborative, and based in a social justice framework.

Jackson (Jack) Garner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Do you identify as gender diverse/non-conforming? Are you questioning/discovering your gender or needing a referral letter for transition steps? Jack is a licensed therapist in the states of IN, KY, TN, & IL and a Life Coach with no geographic restrictions. Their practice provides individual counseling and coaching, specializing in gender and they are very well versed in writing referral letters for medical transition steps (Note: All letters are written per WPATH standards and provided under an Informed Consent Assessment Model, meaning just one session with NO additional fees - Letters offered in IN, KY, TN, & IL).

Matthew Lonski (He They)
Counselor, MS Ed, LCPC, LPCMHSP
Verified
Verified
Are you looking for support and guidance on your journey? You don’t have to do it alone. Showing your true colors can feel vulnerable, so it is my intention to hold space in which you can feel safe to be yourself without judgement. My practice is defined by a genuine desire to help you feel comfortable in your own skin. Therapy can act as an anchor, providing the stability and support to explore your identity safely. I will be there every step of the way to support you in forging new paths and helping you discover and build the life you have always imagined.
Office is near:
Nashville, TN 37204 & Online

Alexavery R. Hawkins
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
As part of the LGBTQIA+ community, you deserve a provider who fully welcomes and affirms all of your identities, values, and experiences. Whether you are coming to therapy to explore your gender or sexuality, work through relationship stressors or eating concerns, or heal from the pains of religious-based trauma, you will be seen, heard, and deeply valued in this space. In this collaborative process, we’ll work together to identify your goals and strengths to tailor your care in a client-focused way. From the start, I hope to meet you where you are at and ultimately, inspire personal growth and restoration.
Not accepting new clients

Janet Newsham
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MHS
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
"Care is a state in which something does matter; it is the source of human tenderness" - Rollo May. Making space for ourselves to practice self-care, to care about others, and to live fully in the moment are areas of exploration that can be helpful in seeking healing in the space of therapy. One of my beloved aspects of being a therapist is having conversations about life and helping others grow into their full potential. Together, we create and grow this safe space in our therapeutic relationship, in order for you to share some of your most joyous moments or some of your darkest times.
Waitlist for new clients

Sierra Tuck
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
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!

Juliana Vokes
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
Verified
Self-discovery is an intentional process which helps us create a balanced approach to change. I offer an accepting space for teens, young adults, and the LGBTQ+ community to explore identity, life changes, and relationships.
Nashville, TN 37208
& Online
Waitlist for new clients

Jennifer Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT, CST
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
My passion is working with those who feel stuck- who desire change and healing, regardless of what life circumstance they have experienced, or stage of life they are in. I am focused on empowering my clients through collaboration in a warm, safe, and accepting environment. I believe clients are the true experts of their lives, we all need support, and an unbiased perspective can be helpful in navigating life's challenges. I have been practicing for over 10 years and have extensive training in trauma, including Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and in Sex Therapy.

Leah E. Newman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, MEd, MS
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
LGBTQ+. Gender. Sexuality. Alternative Spirituality. Kink. Sex Work. Vegan. Life Coaching. Tarot. Reiki. Virtual. 420 Friendly. Anxiety. Depression. Adult ADHD. BPD. Couples. Meditation. I specialize in gender transitions, LGBTQ+ living, alternative spiritualities, and mindfulness. Don't worry, our straight friends are always welcome too! Find out more at WWW.LEAHNEWMANCOUNSELING.COM

Karen R Swanay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My ideal client is one who knows they need to make changes and are willing to do the work of therapy. My practice is specialized to help those with OCD, anxiety, and related disorders but I am also a gender therapist. My office is a safe space where you can be you.

Laura Grafham Knapp
Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
When you cut a tree down and look at the growth rings added every year, you can see the way fire, water, wind, and people have impacted its life each year. I believe that people are no different. Our environment shapes us, and nevertheless we grow. Some years are harder than others, but even within the hard years, growth takes place.

Jones Zimmerman
Licensed Professional Counselor, Jones Zimmerman
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Most of the folks I work with have experienced relational trauma (abuse/neglect), dysfunctional family systems, and/or social marginalization. Our brains and nervous systems are incredibly resilient and creative in adapting to these challenges. Ironically, sometimes the very adaptations that once helped us survive keep us stuck in painful patterns. My clients often struggle with chronic anxiety, panic attacks, overwhelming emotions, or numbness and disconnection. They may feel intense self-doubt or internal criticism. They may long for close connections but also feel terrified of relationships.

Uri Samis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that prevent you from thriving and succeeding in ways that deep down you know you can? Perhaps your relationships are suffering, or intimacy feels hard or scary. Whether it's anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress, relationship problems, self-harm, addictions, or something else, my guess is these patterns emerged from a need to cope or survive. I know how hard finding an affirming and non-judgmental therapist can be, especially if you are LGBTQ+. A therapist who meets you exactly where you are right now can be the first step to building the life you want!
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Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
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