Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT) Therapists in Oak Ridge, TN
Growth can be a difficult journey, and you do not have to be alone in it! Whether you are navigating a life transition, family conflict, healing from past traumas, or struggling to maintain boundaries- I am here to help. Life can throw so many circumstances at us day to day. Which, can often lead to sadness, lack of motivation, hyper-vigilance and many more overwhelming emotions. Though these circumstances are difficult, I am here to support you in achieving your goals and cultivating a life-worth living.
Growth can be a difficult journey, and you do not have to be alone in it! Whether you are navigating a life transition, family conflict, healing from past traumas, or struggling to maintain boundaries- I am here to help. Life can throw so many circumstances at us day to day. Which, can often lead to sadness, lack of motivation, hyper-vigilance and many more overwhelming emotions. Though these circumstances are difficult, I am here to support you in achieving your goals and cultivating a life-worth living.
I individualize each person and family member and believe that incorporating all members of the family is an important component in the process of therapy. I integrate treatment, care, and resources which support a healthy mind, body and spirit. I focus on the strengths of the individual and family and build on those strengths. My approach is direct and practical integrative and holistic. I specialize in neurofeedback treatment. Neurofeedback is an evidence based, noninvasive, drug free method of self-regulation, used to treat many diagnosis including anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, chronic pain, PTSD, etc.
I individualize each person and family member and believe that incorporating all members of the family is an important component in the process of therapy. I integrate treatment, care, and resources which support a healthy mind, body and spirit. I focus on the strengths of the individual and family and build on those strengths. My approach is direct and practical integrative and holistic. I specialize in neurofeedback treatment. Neurofeedback is an evidence based, noninvasive, drug free method of self-regulation, used to treat many diagnosis including anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, chronic pain, PTSD, etc.
One of the things life has taught me is to not believe everything you think because our mind can really play tricks on us. There is hope even when you think there is none. There are solutions even when you cannot see them, because you have more power than you know.
One of the things life has taught me is to not believe everything you think because our mind can really play tricks on us. There is hope even when you think there is none. There are solutions even when you cannot see them, because you have more power than you know.
Sabrina Peterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my practice! You inspire me! It takes a great deal of courage to reach out and ask for help and I admire that! Sometimes our expected life path shifts and it can feel extremely overwhelming to find our footing and get back on track to living the life we deserve. My blended therapeutic approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness can help you do just that. I strongly believe that in order to make meaningful changes in our lives, we have to get to the core beliefs (both about the self and about the world we live in) that are driving our behaviors.
Welcome to my practice! You inspire me! It takes a great deal of courage to reach out and ask for help and I admire that! Sometimes our expected life path shifts and it can feel extremely overwhelming to find our footing and get back on track to living the life we deserve. My blended therapeutic approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness can help you do just that. I strongly believe that in order to make meaningful changes in our lives, we have to get to the core beliefs (both about the self and about the world we live in) that are driving our behaviors.
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Virtua Visits-Telehealth. We specialize in sessions via the internet on high encrypted, Hipaa Compliant systems (similar to FaceTime, Skype, etc.) It allows for same day sessions for clients who are not able to make it into one of our physical locations. Clients can use their phones, tablets, laptops, and PC's. We are a professional counseling firm with experienced counselors in Sexual Abuse, Relationship/Marital Counseling, Family Counseling, Codependency Counseling, Gender Identity, Incarceration/Probation Counseling, and specialize in Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling for adults and teens, as well as Trauma and PTSD.
Virtua Visits-Telehealth. We specialize in sessions via the internet on high encrypted, Hipaa Compliant systems (similar to FaceTime, Skype, etc.) It allows for same day sessions for clients who are not able to make it into one of our physical locations. Clients can use their phones, tablets, laptops, and PC's. We are a professional counseling firm with experienced counselors in Sexual Abuse, Relationship/Marital Counseling, Family Counseling, Codependency Counseling, Gender Identity, Incarceration/Probation Counseling, and specialize in Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling for adults and teens, as well as Trauma and PTSD.
Life can be heavy and it's always good to have someone help you carry it. I want to meet you where you are and I prioritize providing a safe, welcoming space to process whatever it is you are carrying. I believe that each person's journey is unique and I am committed to work collaboratively with you to explore your concerns and develop effective strategies for growth and healing.
Life can be heavy and it's always good to have someone help you carry it. I want to meet you where you are and I prioritize providing a safe, welcoming space to process whatever it is you are carrying. I believe that each person's journey is unique and I am committed to work collaboratively with you to explore your concerns and develop effective strategies for growth and healing.
Parents often reach out when they feel worried, overwhelmed, or unsure how to best support their child. Maybe your child is anxious, emotionally reactive, withdrawn, or struggling socially or at school. Maybe your teen feels misunderstood, shuts down, or is carrying more stress than they can explain. Many families come to therapy not because they’ve failed, but because they care deeply and want things to feel calmer, safer, and more connected. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and parents, helping families navigate anxiety, big emotions, family stress, and life transitions. I believe that behavior is communication.
Parents often reach out when they feel worried, overwhelmed, or unsure how to best support their child. Maybe your child is anxious, emotionally reactive, withdrawn, or struggling socially or at school. Maybe your teen feels misunderstood, shuts down, or is carrying more stress than they can explain. Many families come to therapy not because they’ve failed, but because they care deeply and want things to feel calmer, safer, and more connected. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and parents, helping families navigate anxiety, big emotions, family stress, and life transitions. I believe that behavior is communication.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MHSP) in the State of Tennessee, and am a National Board-Certified Counselor (NCC). I have worked with clients of all ages in a variety of settings and currently see clients ages 8 and up. My approach to counseling is client-centered and is tailored to the needs of each individual client, drawing on my knowledge and training in different modalities, including play therapy, art therapy, CBT, ACT and EMDR. When I am not working, I enjoy a rare quiet night at home with my family, but I spend most of my time these days driving one of my kids to their many events.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MHSP) in the State of Tennessee, and am a National Board-Certified Counselor (NCC). I have worked with clients of all ages in a variety of settings and currently see clients ages 8 and up. My approach to counseling is client-centered and is tailored to the needs of each individual client, drawing on my knowledge and training in different modalities, including play therapy, art therapy, CBT, ACT and EMDR. When I am not working, I enjoy a rare quiet night at home with my family, but I spend most of my time these days driving one of my kids to their many events.
Hi! I'm Sarah Lee, LCSW. I have provided therapy in a variety of settings and with various age groups since 2018. I am looking to work with clients who may be struggling to cope with depression, life transitions, anxiety, unprocessed anger/hurt, difficulties with communication, relationship frustrations, conflict. I engage the client in conversation using open-ended questions, focusing on creating a therapeutic alliance and providing a space for open and honest communication.
Hi! I'm Sarah Lee, LCSW. I have provided therapy in a variety of settings and with various age groups since 2018. I am looking to work with clients who may be struggling to cope with depression, life transitions, anxiety, unprocessed anger/hurt, difficulties with communication, relationship frustrations, conflict. I engage the client in conversation using open-ended questions, focusing on creating a therapeutic alliance and providing a space for open and honest communication.
When you are hurting you need someone to talk to who will help you figure out what to do. There are always changes we can make to be less miserable. I particularly enjoy working with couples having marital problems, with teenagers, and with people dealing with grief and loss.
When you are hurting you need someone to talk to who will help you figure out what to do. There are always changes we can make to be less miserable. I particularly enjoy working with couples having marital problems, with teenagers, and with people dealing with grief and loss.
As a trained clinician and someone who has benefited from therapy myself, I know how terrifying it can be to consider going to a counselor. My goal with all of my clients is to put them at ease by caring for and accepting them just as they are, and to understand the issues they are facing. I want to know what your needs and goals are, and help you create a roadmap to accomplish your goals. I want to understand what you want, and why, so that I can tailor a treatment plan specific to your needs and expectations.
As a trained clinician and someone who has benefited from therapy myself, I know how terrifying it can be to consider going to a counselor. My goal with all of my clients is to put them at ease by caring for and accepting them just as they are, and to understand the issues they are facing. I want to know what your needs and goals are, and help you create a roadmap to accomplish your goals. I want to understand what you want, and why, so that I can tailor a treatment plan specific to your needs and expectations.
If you are considering starting therapy, you may be at a vulnerable place in your life. It's possible you're healing from past experiences, managing conflict, struggling to discover who you are, or experiencing new or enduring mental health symptoms. You may have even tried therapy before and felt defeated by a lack of therapeutic connection or ability to create meaningful change. I am passionate about creating a space where children, adolescents and adults feel their most seen, heard and accepted even when they feel their most vulnerable.
If you are considering starting therapy, you may be at a vulnerable place in your life. It's possible you're healing from past experiences, managing conflict, struggling to discover who you are, or experiencing new or enduring mental health symptoms. You may have even tried therapy before and felt defeated by a lack of therapeutic connection or ability to create meaningful change. I am passionate about creating a space where children, adolescents and adults feel their most seen, heard and accepted even when they feel their most vulnerable.
If you feel stuck in cycles with food, body image, or mood, therapy can help you find steadier ground. Many of the people I work with are navigating depression, bipolar spectrum experiences, anxiety, or major life transitions and want a more manageable way forward. They may feel frustrated by past attempts at change or unsure how to take the first step toward stability.
If you feel stuck in cycles with food, body image, or mood, therapy can help you find steadier ground. Many of the people I work with are navigating depression, bipolar spectrum experiences, anxiety, or major life transitions and want a more manageable way forward. They may feel frustrated by past attempts at change or unsure how to take the first step toward stability.
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.
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.
Life can get really hard. Whether it's your career, relationship, family and parenting, health or a loss, starting a new stage in life, or feeling stuck in old patterns, these moments can push you to your limits. We can lose ourselves in worry, anger, sadness, and avoidance. But these are also the moments when you can decide to make changes and find new ways forward.
Life can get really hard. Whether it's your career, relationship, family and parenting, health or a loss, starting a new stage in life, or feeling stuck in old patterns, these moments can push you to your limits. We can lose ourselves in worry, anger, sadness, and avoidance. But these are also the moments when you can decide to make changes and find new ways forward.
I am here to get you and the people you love through this difficult time. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Mental Health Service Provider with over ten years of experience supporting individuals and couples. As a Knoxville native and University of Tennessee graduate, I’ve worked in outpatient, hospital, residential, and crisis settings. I help clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship difficulties. I also provide alcohol and drug assessments, domestic violence assessments, and emotional support animal letters. My approach is collaborative, practical, and focused on empowering you to create lasting change.
I am here to get you and the people you love through this difficult time. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Mental Health Service Provider with over ten years of experience supporting individuals and couples. As a Knoxville native and University of Tennessee graduate, I’ve worked in outpatient, hospital, residential, and crisis settings. I help clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship difficulties. I also provide alcohol and drug assessments, domestic violence assessments, and emotional support animal letters. My approach is collaborative, practical, and focused on empowering you to create lasting change.
Life experiences, relationships, and past trauma can shape how we see ourselves and the world. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe, supportive space where individuals can explore their emotions, gain insight into their struggles, and develop practical strategies for healing and growth. I am committed to helping clients build resilience, improve emotional regulation, and foster self-compassion as they navigate their unique journeys toward healing and well-being.
Life experiences, relationships, and past trauma can shape how we see ourselves and the world. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe, supportive space where individuals can explore their emotions, gain insight into their struggles, and develop practical strategies for healing and growth. I am committed to helping clients build resilience, improve emotional regulation, and foster self-compassion as they navigate their unique journeys toward healing and well-being.
It’s great to meet you! I’m a licensed therapist with over 13 years of experience, and I’m passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with resilience and clarity. In my practice, I specialize in supporting clients through life transitions, building healthy relationships, and integrating faith into their mental health journey. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT, I focus on how our thoughts and perspectives shape our emotional well-being, always with a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach.
It’s great to meet you! I’m a licensed therapist with over 13 years of experience, and I’m passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with resilience and clarity. In my practice, I specialize in supporting clients through life transitions, building healthy relationships, and integrating faith into their mental health journey. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT, I focus on how our thoughts and perspectives shape our emotional well-being, always with a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach.
Therapy shouldn't feel like talking to a stranger in a quiet room. It's a space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood without pressure to be anything other than yourself. I'm here to learn your story, understand your perspective, and help you make sense of what you're experiencing in a way that feels supportive and human.
Therapy shouldn't feel like talking to a stranger in a quiet room. It's a space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood without pressure to be anything other than yourself. I'm here to learn your story, understand your perspective, and help you make sense of what you're experiencing in a way that feels supportive and human.
Are you struggling with regulating yourself, communicating your needs, sinking into despair, or getting sucked into trauma memories? What about trying to focus and you can't sit still, or the opposite of having to do everything at once by yourself? Looking for someone who is not your typical therapist? Someone who thinks and talks outside of the box? Let me introduce myself: I am Sam. I want to help you better understand your actions, strengthen your ability to connect with others, and develop a better view of life.
Are you struggling with regulating yourself, communicating your needs, sinking into despair, or getting sucked into trauma memories? What about trying to focus and you can't sit still, or the opposite of having to do everything at once by yourself? Looking for someone who is not your typical therapist? Someone who thinks and talks outside of the box? Let me introduce myself: I am Sam. I want to help you better understand your actions, strengthen your ability to connect with others, and develop a better view of life.
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What should I expect from rational emotive behavior therapy?
The therapist will work with the individual to recognize rigid thought patterns that sabotage goals and set them back. The objective is to identify, challenge and reframe negative thoughts and enable an individual to understand that they possess control over their emotions and their behavior. This therapy often emphasizes the use of reasoning and self-direction.
Is rational emotive behavior therapy effective?
Rational emotive behavior therapy is evidence-based and is highly effective. It helps a person reframe self-defeating or catastrophizing thoughts and gives them tools to approach a range of circumstances they may encounter post-therapy as well. REBT can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.
When do I know if I need treatment with rational emotive behavior therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with rigid, unreasonable thoughts that dwell in negativity, they may feel stuck. A rational emotive behavior therapist can help a person examine and change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior. This concise and concrete therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
How long does rational emotive behavior therapy last?
REBT therapy treatment is short-term and focused in nature. It can last for a set number of sessions, ending within a few weeks or months. Like any type of therapy, however, sessions depend on the individual, as well as the severity of their condition or problem. The individual may wish to ask the therapist about typical progress and how long they expect treatment to take.


