Transgender Therapists in Old Hickory, TN
Micah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Old Hickory, TN 37138
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you or a loved one are navigating the early stages of self-discovery, seeking support during your gender journey, or addressing mental health concerns within the context of your gender identity, I'm here to assist you on your path to self-realization and well-being.
I've been providing affirming and culturally competent therapy since 2022, was a medical social worker for 7 years prior to that. My mission is to create a therapeutic alliance that honors and validates your identity, empowering you to navigate the complexities of self-discovery and personal growth.
Whether you or a loved one are navigating the early stages of self-discovery, seeking support during your gender journey, or addressing mental health concerns within the context of your gender identity, I'm here to assist you on your path to self-realization and well-being.
I've been providing affirming and culturally competent therapy since 2022, was a medical social worker for 7 years prior to that. My mission is to create a therapeutic alliance that honors and validates your identity, empowering you to navigate the complexities of self-discovery and personal growth.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating children and adolescents. I have been working with children for over 20 years and truly enjoy seeing children move from timid and anxious to confident and self assured. I can help kids deal with divorce, death, abuse, anxiety and many other issues that affect children and adolescents. I will help them to be better at dealing with life as it comes to them and to be more assured when things get hard. I am a Consultant with EMDR which is trauma therapy. I also see adults for EMDR as well with children and adolescents.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating children and adolescents. I have been working with children for over 20 years and truly enjoy seeing children move from timid and anxious to confident and self assured. I can help kids deal with divorce, death, abuse, anxiety and many other issues that affect children and adolescents. I will help them to be better at dealing with life as it comes to them and to be more assured when things get hard. I am a Consultant with EMDR which is trauma therapy. I also see adults for EMDR as well with children and adolescents.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
I provide virtual therapy in Tennessee. My focus is on serving young adults and adults navigating life transitions. I believe that the emotions we are most tempted to run away from– fear, grief, anger– exist to tell us about the kind of life we want. I help clients learn to identify and listen to their emotions rather than being overwhelmed or shut down. I use evidence-based approaches to treat depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, and eating disorders. We will also work together to increase mindfulness and self-compassion and strengthen the relationships in your life.
I provide virtual therapy in Tennessee. My focus is on serving young adults and adults navigating life transitions. I believe that the emotions we are most tempted to run away from– fear, grief, anger– exist to tell us about the kind of life we want. I help clients learn to identify and listen to their emotions rather than being overwhelmed or shut down. I use evidence-based approaches to treat depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, and eating disorders. We will also work together to increase mindfulness and self-compassion and strengthen the relationships in your life.
LaToya Phillips-Burkeen is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee. She has a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science from Tennessee State University. LaToya utilizes strength-based approaches and integrates different treatment modalities to meet the goals and needs of individuals, such as person-centered and solution-focused theories. LaToya believes relationships and connection are very important to an individual’s growth and development while managing challenging life transitions and emotions. She provides emotional support and guidance to those experiencing grief and loss.
LaToya Phillips-Burkeen is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee. She has a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science from Tennessee State University. LaToya utilizes strength-based approaches and integrates different treatment modalities to meet the goals and needs of individuals, such as person-centered and solution-focused theories. LaToya believes relationships and connection are very important to an individual’s growth and development while managing challenging life transitions and emotions. She provides emotional support and guidance to those experiencing grief and loss.
I work with adults and children who may experience the world differently, often due to factors such as autism, ADHD, identity, trauma, stage of life, mental health issues, or chronic illness. One essential component to my work with clients is my firm belief that everyone deserves and desires the chance to be seen, understood, and accepted, as part of their healing and growth. For many clients learning to reconnect with themselves, creativity, understanding, and empowerment may lend to self-awareness and grounding, positively impacting not only one's relationship with self, but with others.
I work with adults and children who may experience the world differently, often due to factors such as autism, ADHD, identity, trauma, stage of life, mental health issues, or chronic illness. One essential component to my work with clients is my firm belief that everyone deserves and desires the chance to be seen, understood, and accepted, as part of their healing and growth. For many clients learning to reconnect with themselves, creativity, understanding, and empowerment may lend to self-awareness and grounding, positively impacting not only one's relationship with self, but with others.
Zainab Suara is a Psychologist in Tennessee. She graduated from the University of Hartford in which she received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Additionally, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Howard University in Washington, D.C., her Master of Science in Public Health from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN, and her MA in Clinical Practices in Psychology from the University of Hartford.
Zainab Suara is a Psychologist in Tennessee. She graduated from the University of Hartford in which she received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Additionally, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Howard University in Washington, D.C., her Master of Science in Public Health from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN, and her MA in Clinical Practices in Psychology from the University of Hartford.
Danielle Akins helps individuals and families build practical coping skills, restore emotional balance, and move forward with confidence through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. She provides individual counseling to children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors across Tennessee, offering a supportive space where clients feel heard and understood while working toward meaningful change. Danielle is especially passionate about supporting individuals who have been recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital and those navigating disability paperwork.
Danielle Akins helps individuals and families build practical coping skills, restore emotional balance, and move forward with confidence through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. She provides individual counseling to children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors across Tennessee, offering a supportive space where clients feel heard and understood while working toward meaningful change. Danielle is especially passionate about supporting individuals who have been recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital and those navigating disability paperwork.
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I became a therapist because I needed the kind of therapist I eventually became. Specifically someone who understands that identity is layered. Being Black, queer, a mother, a woman who has navigated systems not built for her isn't a collection of risk factors. It's a complete, complex, worthy life. My clinical work has taken me into spaces many providers quietly avoid. I have a passion for working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals navigating ENM/poly relationships identity, substance use, and burnout. I am a clinician who will challenge you as well as bring human warmth to all spaces I work within.
I became a therapist because I needed the kind of therapist I eventually became. Specifically someone who understands that identity is layered. Being Black, queer, a mother, a woman who has navigated systems not built for her isn't a collection of risk factors. It's a complete, complex, worthy life. My clinical work has taken me into spaces many providers quietly avoid. I have a passion for working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals navigating ENM/poly relationships identity, substance use, and burnout. I am a clinician who will challenge you as well as bring human warmth to all spaces I work within.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ/Queer individuals in areas such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, transgender and queer issues, and trauma.
As a therapist, my job is to empower you as you reach your goals. Your role is to show up as your authentic self and work at your own pace. Sessions are your space, and you get to choose how to use our time together. Whatever you feel your need for the day, that time and space is yours.
I work primarily with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and trauma. I work heavily with the LGBTQ+ community. I also provide kink-aware and affirming sex therapy to adults and couples. Being openly queer and neurodivergent myself, I understand it's important to have a space you can feel accepted and heard.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ/Queer individuals in areas such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, transgender and queer issues, and trauma.
As a therapist, my job is to empower you as you reach your goals. Your role is to show up as your authentic self and work at your own pace. Sessions are your space, and you get to choose how to use our time together. Whatever you feel your need for the day, that time and space is yours.
I work primarily with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and trauma. I work heavily with the LGBTQ+ community. I also provide kink-aware and affirming sex therapy to adults and couples. Being openly queer and neurodivergent myself, I understand it's important to have a space you can feel accepted and heard.
As a kinky, non-binary, neurodivergent, and polyamorous human I understand the difficulty in finding a clinician who understands you and respects your lived experience. As a therapist, I create a therapeutic space that is intersectional, sacred, and honoring of the innate knowledge and ability to heal that we hold in our bodies. I operate from an anti-capitalist and anti-colonial framework and utilize neuroscience and attachment science to help clients understand the effects of oppression and trauma on our minds and bodies in order to heal and build a pleasurable life.
As a kinky, non-binary, neurodivergent, and polyamorous human I understand the difficulty in finding a clinician who understands you and respects your lived experience. As a therapist, I create a therapeutic space that is intersectional, sacred, and honoring of the innate knowledge and ability to heal that we hold in our bodies. I operate from an anti-capitalist and anti-colonial framework and utilize neuroscience and attachment science to help clients understand the effects of oppression and trauma on our minds and bodies in order to heal and build a pleasurable life.
Hello! My name is Lee Owen, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) providing in person therapy in Nashville and virtual therapy across Tennessee. I aim to create a safe space for you to bring your whole self to therapy.
I use evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT to help you understand and respond to emotions so you can feel less overwhelmed and more free. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship problems, and eating disorders. We can also work together to increase mindfulness and self-compassion.
Hello! My name is Lee Owen, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) providing in person therapy in Nashville and virtual therapy across Tennessee. I aim to create a safe space for you to bring your whole self to therapy.
I use evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT to help you understand and respond to emotions so you can feel less overwhelmed and more free. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship problems, and eating disorders. We can also work together to increase mindfulness and self-compassion.
Many people come to therapy feeling constrained by expectations from family, culture, religion, relationships, or earlier versions of themselves. There’s often a quiet sense that something more authentic is trying to emerge, but anxiety, grief, shame, or familiar patterns make it hard to move forward.
I work with adults and teens in the Nashville area navigating life transitions, identity questions, and relationship challenges. My approach is grounded and relational, integrating psychological depth with space for spiritual exploration to support meaningful, lasting change.
Many people come to therapy feeling constrained by expectations from family, culture, religion, relationships, or earlier versions of themselves. There’s often a quiet sense that something more authentic is trying to emerge, but anxiety, grief, shame, or familiar patterns make it hard to move forward.
I work with adults and teens in the Nashville area navigating life transitions, identity questions, and relationship challenges. My approach is grounded and relational, integrating psychological depth with space for spiritual exploration to support meaningful, lasting change.
Hey there, great job at taking the time to focus on your self-care! I know this process can be scary but let’s see if we can walk through it together. I work with a wide variety of clients that have been affected by substance use & addiction(individual struggling themselves or their support systems & those affected by their use). Whether you’re not sure about this whole therapy thing or you know it’s time to make a change, you don’t have to figure out your next steps alone. I have experience in working with the LGBTQ+ community in providing gender & trauma informed care while working towards a happy and fulfilled life.
Hey there, great job at taking the time to focus on your self-care! I know this process can be scary but let’s see if we can walk through it together. I work with a wide variety of clients that have been affected by substance use & addiction(individual struggling themselves or their support systems & those affected by their use). Whether you’re not sure about this whole therapy thing or you know it’s time to make a change, you don’t have to figure out your next steps alone. I have experience in working with the LGBTQ+ community in providing gender & trauma informed care while working towards a happy and fulfilled life.
Are you shaping your life story, or are other people, life events, thoughts, or behaviors writing it? Therapy can assist you in rewriting your story, allowing you to rediscover your true self and begin living intentionally. I can help you overcome negative thought patterns, unproductive behaviors, anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, or past traumas that hold you back. I hold a PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy, and I primarily work with individuals. I offer in-person or Zoom-based sessions.
Are you shaping your life story, or are other people, life events, thoughts, or behaviors writing it? Therapy can assist you in rewriting your story, allowing you to rediscover your true self and begin living intentionally. I can help you overcome negative thought patterns, unproductive behaviors, anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, or past traumas that hold you back. I hold a PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy, and I primarily work with individuals. I offer in-person or Zoom-based sessions.
I am a queer, trans, autistic, trauma informed therapist. I place heavy emphasis on radical acceptance with all clients. My sessions are a judgement-free, fully accepting space. I also emphasize accountability and a realistic outlook on personal actions & emotions. We will work on both accepting and understanding the emotional responses happening and will work to create a more stable mental state by acknowledging when responses are based in reality versus based on internal struggles. I am a big advocate for psychoeducation and often find people can better process emotions and traumas when they understand the scientific basis.
I am a queer, trans, autistic, trauma informed therapist. I place heavy emphasis on radical acceptance with all clients. My sessions are a judgement-free, fully accepting space. I also emphasize accountability and a realistic outlook on personal actions & emotions. We will work on both accepting and understanding the emotional responses happening and will work to create a more stable mental state by acknowledging when responses are based in reality versus based on internal struggles. I am a big advocate for psychoeducation and often find people can better process emotions and traumas when they understand the scientific basis.
My clients are people whose story has taken an unexpected turn, whether through loss, a major life shift, or simply feeling disconnected from the life they thought they'd have. I work with individuals navigating grief or identity, and couples across all relationship structures, including LGBTQ+ and non-traditional partnerships. I take a grounded, collaborative approach, helping you understand your story more deeply and find your footing again. Therapy should feel engaging, honest, even enjoyable, and that's exactly what I aim to create for every person I'm lucky enough to work with.
My clients are people whose story has taken an unexpected turn, whether through loss, a major life shift, or simply feeling disconnected from the life they thought they'd have. I work with individuals navigating grief or identity, and couples across all relationship structures, including LGBTQ+ and non-traditional partnerships. I take a grounded, collaborative approach, helping you understand your story more deeply and find your footing again. Therapy should feel engaging, honest, even enjoyable, and that's exactly what I aim to create for every person I'm lucky enough to work with.
Always offering gender-affirming evals/letters.
Welcome! I am a board-certified clinical, health, and sport psychologist who works with clients from diverse identities and lived experiences. If you are seeking support to better understand your gender, sexuality, or relationship identity, process past trauma, manage alcohol or drug use, or improve your sex or relationship functioning, I’m here to help. I also offer sport/mental performance consultation, support for healthcare workers, executive coaching, and guidance for individuals looking to explore their sociopolitical identity and place in society.
Always offering gender-affirming evals/letters.
Welcome! I am a board-certified clinical, health, and sport psychologist who works with clients from diverse identities and lived experiences. If you are seeking support to better understand your gender, sexuality, or relationship identity, process past trauma, manage alcohol or drug use, or improve your sex or relationship functioning, I’m here to help. I also offer sport/mental performance consultation, support for healthcare workers, executive coaching, and guidance for individuals looking to explore their sociopolitical identity and place in society.
As a nonbinary autistic therapist, I work with queer and neurodivergent kids, teens, adults, and couples seeking a therapist who understands their lived experience. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns that are no longer serving them, overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, burnout, or depression, or seeking support for trauma. I also support folks exploring or navigating queer and neurodivergent identities. Together, we'll create a space grounded in safety and trust where you can deepen self-understanding, process difficult experiences, and move toward a life that feels more authentic, connected, and fulfilling.
As a nonbinary autistic therapist, I work with queer and neurodivergent kids, teens, adults, and couples seeking a therapist who understands their lived experience. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns that are no longer serving them, overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, burnout, or depression, or seeking support for trauma. I also support folks exploring or navigating queer and neurodivergent identities. Together, we'll create a space grounded in safety and trust where you can deepen self-understanding, process difficult experiences, and move toward a life that feels more authentic, connected, and fulfilling.
Are you gender diverse and seeking support? Are you struggling with your identity or determining what social, medical, or legal steps to take (or not take)? Are you struggling with your family/friends, the world at large, or navigating life as a gender diverse person? Jack's private practice is solely devoted to folx who identify as gender diverse and is designed to offer you the support you need through either on-going counseling/coaching or offering expertise in WPATH referral letters (all letters are written in just one session under an informed consent assessment model).
Are you gender diverse and seeking support? Are you struggling with your identity or determining what social, medical, or legal steps to take (or not take)? Are you struggling with your family/friends, the world at large, or navigating life as a gender diverse person? Jack's private practice is solely devoted to folx who identify as gender diverse and is designed to offer you the support you need through either on-going counseling/coaching or offering expertise in WPATH referral letters (all letters are written in just one session under an informed consent assessment model).
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.