Therapists in Sumner County, TN

Jennifer K. Knowles
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHSP, CCFP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with clients from all walks of life and with a variety of concerns and lived experiences. My approach to therapy is through a polyvagal-informed, body-based lens incorporating therapeutic modalities designed to attend to biological systems as well as core thoughts, beliefs, and emotions. Clients who are interested in achieving a better understanding of the body/brain connection and who would like to address chronic pain, tension, and trauma in the body will find help here. My goal is to restore ease and empower you to connect with your own innate healing abilities.
I work with clients from all walks of life and with a variety of concerns and lived experiences. My approach to therapy is through a polyvagal-informed, body-based lens incorporating therapeutic modalities designed to attend to biological systems as well as core thoughts, beliefs, and emotions. Clients who are interested in achieving a better understanding of the body/brain connection and who would like to address chronic pain, tension, and trauma in the body will find help here. My goal is to restore ease and empower you to connect with your own innate healing abilities.

Kathryn Wood
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, MT-BC, CRC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Overwhelmed. Anxious. Exhausted. Your brain's a hamster wheel of worst-case scenarios, relentless worry, and you're just...so... OVER it. You've tried ignoring, distracting, or arguing with yourself to get some peace, but relief seems to be temporary. When everything comes barging back, you wonder, "Why can't I stop ...(insert repetitive mental patterns & intrusive thoughts)..? How come..(insert quick-fix).. isn't working? …Will I EVER feel better?!" You know there are ways to find relief from OCD, anxiety, panic attacks, and trauma, but you're not sure quite where to start. Welcome - you've found Emboldened Therapy!
Overwhelmed. Anxious. Exhausted. Your brain's a hamster wheel of worst-case scenarios, relentless worry, and you're just...so... OVER it. You've tried ignoring, distracting, or arguing with yourself to get some peace, but relief seems to be temporary. When everything comes barging back, you wonder, "Why can't I stop ...(insert repetitive mental patterns & intrusive thoughts)..? How come..(insert quick-fix).. isn't working? …Will I EVER feel better?!" You know there are ways to find relief from OCD, anxiety, panic attacks, and trauma, but you're not sure quite where to start. Welcome - you've found Emboldened Therapy!

Hi! I’m Madison. Do you find yourself struggling to find peace in a fast-paced world? Are you feeling overwhelmed and anxious?
Hi! I’m Madison. Do you find yourself struggling to find peace in a fast-paced world? Are you feeling overwhelmed and anxious?

Alyssa Hinesley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hey there! I'm Alyssa (Uh-Lisa), and I have been practicing for over a decade. I specialize in working with women struggling with relationships. I help women move towards more healthy relationship dynamics with themselves, along with their partners, families, and friends. I also work with various women's issues including anxiety, depression, grief, divorce, and phase of life adjustment.
Couples work is also a passion of mine. Areas of emphasis include communication, conflict resolution, and marriage enrichment. I offer 2 day marriage intensives for couples in crisis.
Hey there! I'm Alyssa (Uh-Lisa), and I have been practicing for over a decade. I specialize in working with women struggling with relationships. I help women move towards more healthy relationship dynamics with themselves, along with their partners, families, and friends. I also work with various women's issues including anxiety, depression, grief, divorce, and phase of life adjustment.
Couples work is also a passion of mine. Areas of emphasis include communication, conflict resolution, and marriage enrichment. I offer 2 day marriage intensives for couples in crisis.

Hi there, My name is Tina Davidson-Guest, I am a licensed clinical social worker serving clients in Tennessee and Illinois. My approach to therapy is client centered, as I focus on meeting the client where their present needs are in life. My technique used is ingrained in social worker values that are supportive to improving the lives of clients, treating them with dignity, acknowledging the significance in human relationships, and provide competent care to meet their psycho-therapeutic needs.
Hi there, My name is Tina Davidson-Guest, I am a licensed clinical social worker serving clients in Tennessee and Illinois. My approach to therapy is client centered, as I focus on meeting the client where their present needs are in life. My technique used is ingrained in social worker values that are supportive to improving the lives of clients, treating them with dignity, acknowledging the significance in human relationships, and provide competent care to meet their psycho-therapeutic needs.

Have you ever wondered if you will always feel this way? Maybe you feel alone or like no one understands who you are. Perhaps you struggle with relationships, jobs, family dynamics and anxiety about all of these struggles. You do not have to do this alone and unsupported. If you want someone to accompany you on your path to recognizing your strengths and using them, I would be honored to walk with you.
Have you ever wondered if you will always feel this way? Maybe you feel alone or like no one understands who you are. Perhaps you struggle with relationships, jobs, family dynamics and anxiety about all of these struggles. You do not have to do this alone and unsupported. If you want someone to accompany you on your path to recognizing your strengths and using them, I would be honored to walk with you.

Elise Rhodes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
Worry without relief? Negative or pressured self-talk (i.e. "I should/need to/have to")? Overwhelmed with all of your responsibilities - i.e. work, taking care of family, household tasks, scheduling appointments, taking care of yourself? I know all too well the suffocating and debilitating effects of stress and anxiety. Not only is it physically distressing, it causes us to feel unfulfilled in all aspects of our lives. We often wonder if we'll ever be able to feel joy, calm, and balance again - the answer is "yes" and you've come to the right place. Now, let's get to work!
Worry without relief? Negative or pressured self-talk (i.e. "I should/need to/have to")? Overwhelmed with all of your responsibilities - i.e. work, taking care of family, household tasks, scheduling appointments, taking care of yourself? I know all too well the suffocating and debilitating effects of stress and anxiety. Not only is it physically distressing, it causes us to feel unfulfilled in all aspects of our lives. We often wonder if we'll ever be able to feel joy, calm, and balance again - the answer is "yes" and you've come to the right place. Now, let's get to work!

Hi, I'm Brianna - a strength-based therapist who believes in our innate ability to restore peace and healing. Life's challenges can uproot our sense of peace, leaving us feeling stuck and overwhelmed. But I believe we have the power to envision new possibilities and solutions in our lives.
Hi, I'm Brianna - a strength-based therapist who believes in our innate ability to restore peace and healing. Life's challenges can uproot our sense of peace, leaving us feeling stuck and overwhelmed. But I believe we have the power to envision new possibilities and solutions in our lives.
I have been a licensed therapist since 2020, however, I did counseling in the Army since 1993. I look forward to meeting you. I enjoy doing therapy with people from many different backgrounds. I have done a lot of Therapy with Americans, Japanese, Koreans, Philipinos, and Hispanics. I am open to working with anyone. I enjoy seeing people transform and grow through the therapeutic process. I have traveled a great deal and worked with many different people so we should be relatable. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider. I have two Masters Degrees and a Doctorate in Mental Health Counseling.
I have been a licensed therapist since 2020, however, I did counseling in the Army since 1993. I look forward to meeting you. I enjoy doing therapy with people from many different backgrounds. I have done a lot of Therapy with Americans, Japanese, Koreans, Philipinos, and Hispanics. I am open to working with anyone. I enjoy seeing people transform and grow through the therapeutic process. I have traveled a great deal and worked with many different people so we should be relatable. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider. I have two Masters Degrees and a Doctorate in Mental Health Counseling.

My goal & passion is to value all walks of life & experiences! I know it can be difficult to seek help, the idea of counseling can freak some people out. However, if you're looking here, you're halfway there. The impact of trauma, stigma toward mental health, addictions, the LGBTQ+ community, infidelity can reinforce dysfunctional coping, self-loathing and sometimes self-harm. It can keep people stuck. I understand this on a personal and professional level. Therapy's not easy and not the most ideal at times, but can help if you team up with someone who will earn your trust. I want to help those who want and need support
My goal & passion is to value all walks of life & experiences! I know it can be difficult to seek help, the idea of counseling can freak some people out. However, if you're looking here, you're halfway there. The impact of trauma, stigma toward mental health, addictions, the LGBTQ+ community, infidelity can reinforce dysfunctional coping, self-loathing and sometimes self-harm. It can keep people stuck. I understand this on a personal and professional level. Therapy's not easy and not the most ideal at times, but can help if you team up with someone who will earn your trust. I want to help those who want and need support

Vanessa V Orellana-Griggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
“Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we will ever do”- Brene Brown. Hello! My name is Vanessa and my goal is to help you become a better version of yourself. I am proud of you for taking the first step in taking care of your mental health, it is not easy and I applaud you for that.
“Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we will ever do”- Brene Brown. Hello! My name is Vanessa and my goal is to help you become a better version of yourself. I am proud of you for taking the first step in taking care of your mental health, it is not easy and I applaud you for that.
Meet Our Therapists

Need help with managing your ADHD symptoms, Autism, Anxiety? Finding a treatment provider that truly understands your needs and finding practical solutions does not need to be an additional stressor. I have over 30 years of experience treating children, adults and families and truly believe that therapy is for everyone! Book your first appointment with me by clicking on the "My Website" link on the right or calling today and let's get started on your journey!
Need help with managing your ADHD symptoms, Autism, Anxiety? Finding a treatment provider that truly understands your needs and finding practical solutions does not need to be an additional stressor. I have over 30 years of experience treating children, adults and families and truly believe that therapy is for everyone! Book your first appointment with me by clicking on the "My Website" link on the right or calling today and let's get started on your journey!

Hello! My name is Sandi Hines, LCSW and I am a Licensed Social Worker based in Franklin, Tennessee working with clients across Tennessee via telehealth. I work with adult individuals specializing in anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, and grief, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy. My approach to therapy is to focus on every client as a unique individual. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities such as CBT, ACT, DBT, EFT and Solution Focused Therapy with focus on learning skills and coping strategies that lead to increased self-esteem.
Hello! My name is Sandi Hines, LCSW and I am a Licensed Social Worker based in Franklin, Tennessee working with clients across Tennessee via telehealth. I work with adult individuals specializing in anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, and grief, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy. My approach to therapy is to focus on every client as a unique individual. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities such as CBT, ACT, DBT, EFT and Solution Focused Therapy with focus on learning skills and coping strategies that lead to increased self-esteem.

My overall objective is to provide a safe, nurturing environment for individuals, couples and families to address personal challenges. For those engaging in the therapeutic process, the journey requires courage and commitment to personal growth. My professional experience prepares for me to work in a culturally competent framework with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences. For individuals concerned with spiritual growth, I provide a Christian framework for assessing personal development. My expertise enables me to work effectively with all ages from early childhood through adolescence, young adulthood, middle adulthood and the elderly season.
My overall objective is to provide a safe, nurturing environment for individuals, couples and families to address personal challenges. For those engaging in the therapeutic process, the journey requires courage and commitment to personal growth. My professional experience prepares for me to work in a culturally competent framework with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences. For individuals concerned with spiritual growth, I provide a Christian framework for assessing personal development. My expertise enables me to work effectively with all ages from early childhood through adolescence, young adulthood, middle adulthood and the elderly season.

Maritza Erazo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, MHSP-S, RPT, CIFS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Are you constantly contradicting yourself? A part of you wants to grow and transform into your “true” self, but then you feel as though you are self-sabotaging again. You question how you can work on yourself when you are the one preventing the growth. Pablo Neruda’s poem "We Are Many" describes the internal conflict that many of us feel. As a psychotherapist, I noticed that my clients needed something more than just traditional talk therapy. This realization led me to become a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist to help people “befriend” the internal conflict and embrace it with love and compassion.
Are you constantly contradicting yourself? A part of you wants to grow and transform into your “true” self, but then you feel as though you are self-sabotaging again. You question how you can work on yourself when you are the one preventing the growth. Pablo Neruda’s poem "We Are Many" describes the internal conflict that many of us feel. As a psychotherapist, I noticed that my clients needed something more than just traditional talk therapy. This realization led me to become a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist to help people “befriend” the internal conflict and embrace it with love and compassion.

Hello, my name is Stephanie Holman, LCSW. It takes courage to reach out to a therapist, and I understand the vulnerability required to take that step. I am here to listen without judgment, reflect on the factors contributing to your challenges, and work with you to develop strategies to move forward in a thoughtful and meaningful way. Taking care of yourself is a vital step in your journey, and I am honored to support you along the way. I believe in providing new perspectives and opportunities for growth, offering a safe space where you can put down the pain and fear you’ve been carrying and begin to rediscover yourself.
Hello, my name is Stephanie Holman, LCSW. It takes courage to reach out to a therapist, and I understand the vulnerability required to take that step. I am here to listen without judgment, reflect on the factors contributing to your challenges, and work with you to develop strategies to move forward in a thoughtful and meaningful way. Taking care of yourself is a vital step in your journey, and I am honored to support you along the way. I believe in providing new perspectives and opportunities for growth, offering a safe space where you can put down the pain and fear you’ve been carrying and begin to rediscover yourself.

Greetings, My name is Norman Shaffer and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Tennessee. I have been practicing as a social worker for over a decade now. I like working with adults who are actively seeking a positive change in their life. I like to partner with clients and guide them towards better outcomes and a healthier balance in life.
Greetings, My name is Norman Shaffer and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Tennessee. I have been practicing as a social worker for over a decade now. I like working with adults who are actively seeking a positive change in their life. I like to partner with clients and guide them towards better outcomes and a healthier balance in life.

Esther Chelladurai
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCMHSP, LADAC 2
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Counseling is a powerful tool for personal growth. I firmly believe that guiding someone toward profound transformation is difficult without first experiencing that journey ourselves. The search for the right counselor can feel overwhelming, especially when we don’t yet know what to expect from the process. I am proud to share that I have personally walked the path of transformation, and today, I embrace the freedom that comes with spreading my wings in total autonomy. If you’re seeking to break free from life’s challenges, know that hope and healing are within reach. The journey may not be easy, but it is worth it!
Counseling is a powerful tool for personal growth. I firmly believe that guiding someone toward profound transformation is difficult without first experiencing that journey ourselves. The search for the right counselor can feel overwhelming, especially when we don’t yet know what to expect from the process. I am proud to share that I have personally walked the path of transformation, and today, I embrace the freedom that comes with spreading my wings in total autonomy. If you’re seeking to break free from life’s challenges, know that hope and healing are within reach. The journey may not be easy, but it is worth it!

My passion is to help adults heal from the past and learn to thrive in the present. My name is Elizabeth Botts and I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), structured relaxation, and health coaching. I believe that you are the expert on you and I am an expert in psychology and nutrition and that together we can figure out what you need to improve.
My passion is to help adults heal from the past and learn to thrive in the present. My name is Elizabeth Botts and I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), structured relaxation, and health coaching. I believe that you are the expert on you and I am an expert in psychology and nutrition and that together we can figure out what you need to improve.

Life can take turns that present difficult challenges. We experience those challenges in a number of different ways: difficulties adjusting to new circumstances, confusion in deciding on a career path, struggles in relationships, or coping with loss. Often we feel anxious, depressed, confused, or overwhelmed and need help dealing with feelings and problems that seem beyond our control. Help may come from friends, family members, or significant others, but in some cases help is needed from a trained professional. Therapy is a process that can help people identify more effective strategies both to cope with difficult situations and to achieve their goals.
Life can take turns that present difficult challenges. We experience those challenges in a number of different ways: difficulties adjusting to new circumstances, confusion in deciding on a career path, struggles in relationships, or coping with loss. Often we feel anxious, depressed, confused, or overwhelmed and need help dealing with feelings and problems that seem beyond our control. Help may come from friends, family members, or significant others, but in some cases help is needed from a trained professional. Therapy is a process that can help people identify more effective strategies both to cope with difficult situations and to achieve their goals.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Sumner County, TN
300+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Sumner County, TN who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
84% | Depression |
72% | Coping Skills |
65% | Self Esteem |
62% | Trauma and PTSD |
59% | Grief |
58% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
88% | Aetna |
87% | Cigna and Evernorth |
75% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Sumner County, TN see their clients
60% | In Person and Online | |
40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
18% | Male |