Photo of Victoria J Davidson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, RPT-S Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37408
Why Play Therapy? This is a frequently asked question. I believe that through play, children express themselves in their own developmentally appropriate way. Through play and other expressive therapies, children can resolve problems, cope with difficult emotions,improve cognitive development and help resolve inner conflicts. Although I work mainly with children, my education and training also allow me the opportunity to work with adults on certain issues.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 464-4354
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Chattanooga, TN 37408
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
Why Play Therapy? This is a frequently asked question. I believe that through play, children express themselves in their own developmentally appropriate way. Through play and other expressive therapies, children can resolve problems, cope with difficult emotions,improve cognitive development and help resolve inner conflicts. Although I work mainly with children, my education and training also allow me the opportunity to work with adults on certain issues.
(423) 464-4354
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Office is near:
Chattanooga, TN 37421
I started Aptitude Behavioral Services, LLC to service school-age children in the East TN area. I love working with children through pre-teen ages and have also worked with a few higher-functioning teenagers. My typical day involves working with families that face challenges with behavior and working directly with children to decrease these behaviors while building skill deficits. I enjoy including family in my sessions and want to empower caregivers and family members so that they are equipped to handle behavioral challenges.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 438-1372
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Chattanooga, TN 37421
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
I started Aptitude Behavioral Services, LLC to service school-age children in the East TN area. I love working with children through pre-teen ages and have also worked with a few higher-functioning teenagers. My typical day involves working with families that face challenges with behavior and working directly with children to decrease these behaviors while building skill deficits. I enjoy including family in my sessions and want to empower caregivers and family members so that they are equipped to handle behavioral challenges.
(423) 438-1372
Photo of Michelle Shelley, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Your story matters. I believe that everyone has a story to tell and I feel honored to journey with my clients through the ups and downs of each of those stories. I believe that growth occurs within a safe and nurturing environment with an occasional gentle challenge. One of my passions is to walk along side individuals who have experienced trauma, helping to rediscover hope and journey towards healing and recovery. I am also passionate about helping parents with young children learn practical tools to help reduce difficult behaviors and enhance the parent-child relationship through the use of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 712-0189
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Chattanooga, TN 37404
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
Your story matters. I believe that everyone has a story to tell and I feel honored to journey with my clients through the ups and downs of each of those stories. I believe that growth occurs within a safe and nurturing environment with an occasional gentle challenge. One of my passions is to walk along side individuals who have experienced trauma, helping to rediscover hope and journey towards healing and recovery. I am also passionate about helping parents with young children learn practical tools to help reduce difficult behaviors and enhance the parent-child relationship through the use of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy.
(423) 712-0189
Photo of Jordan Harpley, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with young children, teenagers, and families. Children and teenagers often express themselves through behavior rather than words, and I use a variety of creative, play, and activity-based techniques to connect with my clients throughout the counseling process. I believe that counseling should be individualized for each person and will tailor interventions based on individual interests and strengths. My goal is help children and families learn more effective ways to manage difficult feelings, improve communication, and create stronger bonds.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 271-3606
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Chattanooga, TN 37421
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with young children, teenagers, and families. Children and teenagers often express themselves through behavior rather than words, and I use a variety of creative, play, and activity-based techniques to connect with my clients throughout the counseling process. I believe that counseling should be individualized for each person and will tailor interventions based on individual interests and strengths. My goal is help children and families learn more effective ways to manage difficult feelings, improve communication, and create stronger bonds.
(423) 271-3606
Photo of Corinne Lewis, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, IMH-E Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Offering both TeleTherapy and Face-to-Face appointments. Corinne Lewis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an Infant Mental Health Endorsement (IMH-E). She has experience working with children, adolescents and their caregivers, as well as adults, particularly women who have experienced physical and emotional trauma or are experiencing changes in mood during and after pregnancy.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 454-3299
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Chattanooga, TN 37421
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
Offering both TeleTherapy and Face-to-Face appointments. Corinne Lewis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an Infant Mental Health Endorsement (IMH-E). She has experience working with children, adolescents and their caregivers, as well as adults, particularly women who have experienced physical and emotional trauma or are experiencing changes in mood during and after pregnancy.
(423) 454-3299
Photo of Brook T Sprayberry, Counselor
Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC, MS, MPA Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37421
I enjoy working with individuals across the life span. I especially have a passion for working with families of all types. I have a credential as a Registered Play Therapist and advanced training in Emotion Focused Couple Therapy. What that means is that I tend to work from Attachment Theory. I believe that all individuals were meant to be attached to people in our lives and sometimes things happen that hurt that attachment. With that being said, when a client works consistently with a therapist, even severe problems can either totally resolve itself or become more manageable.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 354-3103
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Chattanooga, TN 37421
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
I enjoy working with individuals across the life span. I especially have a passion for working with families of all types. I have a credential as a Registered Play Therapist and advanced training in Emotion Focused Couple Therapy. What that means is that I tend to work from Attachment Theory. I believe that all individuals were meant to be attached to people in our lives and sometimes things happen that hurt that attachment. With that being said, when a client works consistently with a therapist, even severe problems can either totally resolve itself or become more manageable.
(423) 354-3103
Photo of Katie Burns, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, MHSP Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37408
When you can't look on the bright side, I will sit with you in the dark. I'm Katie and I look forward to talking with you. Life can be difficult. Sometimes we need the help of others who have walked through difficult things themselves and have walked this journey with others. Counselors can fill this role, and this is exactly my goal in my chosen profession. I am an expert in how to Live Well through all seasons of life.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 933-1945 x5
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Chattanooga, TN 37408
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
When you can't look on the bright side, I will sit with you in the dark. I'm Katie and I look forward to talking with you. Life can be difficult. Sometimes we need the help of others who have walked through difficult things themselves and have walked this journey with others. Counselors can fill this role, and this is exactly my goal in my chosen profession. I am an expert in how to Live Well through all seasons of life.
(423) 933-1945 x5
Photo of Kimberly (Kim) Cook, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37412
Kim works with families, couples, individuals, and groups on a variety of issues, including relationships, mental health, spiritual growth, behavioral problems, trauma, parenting, adoption/foster care, and crisis response. She works with children of all ages and is trained in play therapy. She also has extensive experience working with teens, adults, professionals, ministers, and leadership in non-profit organizations. Licensed Clinical Social Worker- MD, VA, TN, NC. Univ. of Maryland, School of Social Work Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Messiah College Member- North American Association of Christian Social Worker
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 635-7790
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Chattanooga, TN 37412
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
Kim works with families, couples, individuals, and groups on a variety of issues, including relationships, mental health, spiritual growth, behavioral problems, trauma, parenting, adoption/foster care, and crisis response. She works with children of all ages and is trained in play therapy. She also has extensive experience working with teens, adults, professionals, ministers, and leadership in non-profit organizations. Licensed Clinical Social Worker- MD, VA, TN, NC. Univ. of Maryland, School of Social Work Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Messiah College Member- North American Association of Christian Social Worker
(423) 635-7790
Photo of Andrea Chase
MS, JD Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37411
Andrea Chase, M.S., J.D. is passionate about helping parents, children, and families that are trying to resolve, overcome, and/or heal from civil and/or criminal litigation matters to include divorce, child custody and visitation, parenting plans, domestic violence, anger, stress, parental alienation, and child abuse and neglect. She is a wife, mother, doctoral student, law school graduate, pre-licensed LPC-MHSP, a TN Rule 31 Family Mediator, and has extensive experience testifying in court as both a fact and expert witness with over 30,000 hours of educational and professional experience working with children and families.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 460-9138
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Chattanooga, TN 37411
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
Andrea Chase, M.S., J.D. is passionate about helping parents, children, and families that are trying to resolve, overcome, and/or heal from civil and/or criminal litigation matters to include divorce, child custody and visitation, parenting plans, domestic violence, anger, stress, parental alienation, and child abuse and neglect. She is a wife, mother, doctoral student, law school graduate, pre-licensed LPC-MHSP, a TN Rule 31 Family Mediator, and has extensive experience testifying in court as both a fact and expert witness with over 30,000 hours of educational and professional experience working with children and families.
(423) 460-9138
Photo of Dottie Hutcheson Stewart, Pastoral Counselor/Therapist
Pastoral Counselor/Therapist, MA
Chattanooga, TN 37415
HOPE SPRINGS ETERNAL! The healing of hearts and souls are a life long passion for me. Quite often, I see people who are angry at the world because someone, or something broke their heart at a point in their life, and they are suffering from the pain and loss that occurred. Grief spills over into every aspect of our lives. But, I have learned that there is always hope. I will be honored to walk beside you and help you discover, and recover,from the pain that life often brings.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 800-5199
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Chattanooga, TN 37415
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
HOPE SPRINGS ETERNAL! The healing of hearts and souls are a life long passion for me. Quite often, I see people who are angry at the world because someone, or something broke their heart at a point in their life, and they are suffering from the pain and loss that occurred. Grief spills over into every aspect of our lives. But, I have learned that there is always hope. I will be honored to walk beside you and help you discover, and recover,from the pain that life often brings.
(423) 800-5199
Photo of Jas Milam, Art Therapist
Art Therapist, ATR/BC Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Have you tried talk therapy but still feel stuck? I am an artist and art therapist with over 30 years of personal recovery. My background is in 12 Step models, Jungian psychology, family systems and lots of art making experience. YOU DO NOT NEED ART TRAINING OR TALENT TO BENEFIT FROM ART THERAPY. Because art is a right-brained function, art therapy can be especially useful to people who are "too smart" for talk therapy. It can also be useful for working with children. If the idea of experiential therapy sounds good to you schedule an assessment today.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 708-4228
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Chattanooga, TN 37404
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
Have you tried talk therapy but still feel stuck? I am an artist and art therapist with over 30 years of personal recovery. My background is in 12 Step models, Jungian psychology, family systems and lots of art making experience. YOU DO NOT NEED ART TRAINING OR TALENT TO BENEFIT FROM ART THERAPY. Because art is a right-brained function, art therapy can be especially useful to people who are "too smart" for talk therapy. It can also be useful for working with children. If the idea of experiential therapy sounds good to you schedule an assessment today.
(423) 708-4228
Photo of Erica Skidmore, Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37411
You have found the courage to begin, and you want someone to walk with you. Maybe you are tired of feeling the crushing weight of anxiety or depression. Maybe you are the parent of a child with special needs, and you don't know what to do next, but you know you need to do something. Maybe you are finally admitting to yourself the truth about your sexuality, spirituality, or situation, and you are ready to grow into the person you are meant to be. I would be honored to join you on your journey.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 299-4990
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Chattanooga, TN 37411
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
You have found the courage to begin, and you want someone to walk with you. Maybe you are tired of feeling the crushing weight of anxiety or depression. Maybe you are the parent of a child with special needs, and you don't know what to do next, but you know you need to do something. Maybe you are finally admitting to yourself the truth about your sexuality, spirituality, or situation, and you are ready to grow into the person you are meant to be. I would be honored to join you on your journey.
(423) 299-4990
Photo of Laura Salazar, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37402
You're probably reading this because you've hit your breaking point and you want to just feel better already. You've tried everything and nothing's working. You're ready for a change. Whether it's your mood, your relationships, or just not being sure about where to go next, I'll help you learn the skills you need to move past these challenges. You want to understand WHY you feel this way & figure out how to fix it. You're looking for tangible tools to use in the middle of those stressful situations. You want to figure out how to really say what you mean & get the other person to understand you.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 799-2043
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Chattanooga, TN 37402
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
You're probably reading this because you've hit your breaking point and you want to just feel better already. You've tried everything and nothing's working. You're ready for a change. Whether it's your mood, your relationships, or just not being sure about where to go next, I'll help you learn the skills you need to move past these challenges. You want to understand WHY you feel this way & figure out how to fix it. You're looking for tangible tools to use in the middle of those stressful situations. You want to figure out how to really say what you mean & get the other person to understand you.
(423) 799-2043
Photo of Juliet N Thomas, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, Ed, LPC, MHSP Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37415
Juliet brings a fun-loving and flexible approach to her work with clients, while also offering support, empathy and structure for families in crisis. Juliet believes in the goodness of people and empowerment of others. She appreciates the person holistically and utilizes mindfulness, contemporary alternative treatments, cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy and collaboration with clients to work toward meaningful change. We all have a story to tell and she would love to hear yours.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 781-1026
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Chattanooga, TN 37415
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
Juliet brings a fun-loving and flexible approach to her work with clients, while also offering support, empathy and structure for families in crisis. Juliet believes in the goodness of people and empowerment of others. She appreciates the person holistically and utilizes mindfulness, contemporary alternative treatments, cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy and collaboration with clients to work toward meaningful change. We all have a story to tell and she would love to hear yours.
(423) 781-1026
Photo of Pam Guess, Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, HSP Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37419
As a Psychologist with over twenty-five years of practice, I have had the opportunity to work alongside individuals and families as they have faced physical, emotional, interpersonal, and intrapersonal life challenges. I often see clients with issues such as depression, anxiety/stress, life transitions, and adjustments to changes in health. While life challenges often shift our focus to what may feel fragile within, I passionately believe that we can find a place of inner strength and regain a sense of .wellness. Thank you for your time in reading about my practice; I look forward to the possibility of meeting with you.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 415-4220
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Chattanooga, TN 37419
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
As a Psychologist with over twenty-five years of practice, I have had the opportunity to work alongside individuals and families as they have faced physical, emotional, interpersonal, and intrapersonal life challenges. I often see clients with issues such as depression, anxiety/stress, life transitions, and adjustments to changes in health. While life challenges often shift our focus to what may feel fragile within, I passionately believe that we can find a place of inner strength and regain a sense of .wellness. Thank you for your time in reading about my practice; I look forward to the possibility of meeting with you.
(423) 415-4220
Photo of Laura Susan Sikes, Counselor
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, MHSP, RPT Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37409
I am a clinical individual, couple and family therapist. Issues typically addressed in my practice include trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment problems, emotional regulation, and relationship issues. I am certified in the use of EMDR, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (Completed Externship and all Core Skills trainings: Supervision and Certification in process). I am a Registered Play Therapist and work with children ages 3+.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 271-3353
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Chattanooga, TN 37409
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
I am a clinical individual, couple and family therapist. Issues typically addressed in my practice include trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment problems, emotional regulation, and relationship issues. I am certified in the use of EMDR, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (Completed Externship and all Core Skills trainings: Supervision and Certification in process). I am a Registered Play Therapist and work with children ages 3+.
(423) 271-3353
Photo of Tobie Thayer, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Child, Adolescent, Family, and Individual Adult Counseling by video, or on the phone. Most insurance plans pay for this expanded service in this environment of social distancing and shelter in place. Anxiety, depression, fear, grief, addictions, and life and professional adjustments, are all areas to work on in therapy
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 313-4707
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Office is near:
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
Child, Adolescent, Family, and Individual Adult Counseling by video, or on the phone. Most insurance plans pay for this expanded service in this environment of social distancing and shelter in place. Anxiety, depression, fear, grief, addictions, and life and professional adjustments, are all areas to work on in therapy
(423) 313-4707
Photo of Anaely (Ani) Hernandez Johnson, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37402
I'm a firm believer that we were never intended to do life alone. I'm humbled and honored to come alongside of my clients during some of their most difficult times. Because, everyone has a story worth telling. But, so often shame, guilt or embarrassment, silences us. And, our stories go untold. Oftentimes, robbing us of living life abundantly. It is my desire to foster an environment where clients feel safe and accepted as they pursue healing and growth. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, relational, and empowering. I focus my practice on serving young children, adults of all ages, and families.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 401-9432
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Chattanooga, TN 37402
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
I'm a firm believer that we were never intended to do life alone. I'm humbled and honored to come alongside of my clients during some of their most difficult times. Because, everyone has a story worth telling. But, so often shame, guilt or embarrassment, silences us. And, our stories go untold. Oftentimes, robbing us of living life abundantly. It is my desire to foster an environment where clients feel safe and accepted as they pursue healing and growth. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, relational, and empowering. I focus my practice on serving young children, adults of all ages, and families.
(423) 401-9432
Photo of Ashley Dillon, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37421
I have a passion for helping parents connect with their kids. Parenting in all stages of life can be difficult, which is why I seek to provide support, understanding, and tools to help enhance your family relationships. While each stage of life brings its own challenges, I am excited to journey with you as a family, or individually, through toddler hood, childhood, and adolescences.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 709-8311
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Chattanooga, TN 37421
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
I have a passion for helping parents connect with their kids. Parenting in all stages of life can be difficult, which is why I seek to provide support, understanding, and tools to help enhance your family relationships. While each stage of life brings its own challenges, I am excited to journey with you as a family, or individually, through toddler hood, childhood, and adolescences.
(423) 709-8311
Photo of Savannah Chavez
MA Verified
Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37421
I love working with children, adolescents, and their families as we tackle challenges that have taken place in their lives. Because I view things from a systems perspective, I believe it is very important for the family unit to be involved throughout the therapeutic process in an effort to help the family heal as a whole.
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
(423) 427-6540
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Chattanooga, TN 37421
Toddlers / Preschoolers (0 to 6)
I love working with children, adolescents, and their families as we tackle challenges that have taken place in their lives. Because I view things from a systems perspective, I believe it is very important for the family unit to be involved throughout the therapeutic process in an effort to help the family heal as a whole.
(423) 427-6540
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Are you looking for help with a toddler in Chattanooga, a preschooler in Chattanooga or a kid less than 6 years old? You may be a mother or father having trouble understanding the behavior of your young toddler or preschooler who may be acting out. There are special ways to communicate with young toddlers or preschoolers and kids younger than 6: these therapists in Chattanooga are trained to help with toddlers' development issues and toddler learning in preschool. They include Chattanooga therapists specializing in toddlers, preschool counselors and psychologists who specialize in working with young toddlers in Chattanooga

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Therapists in Chattanooga are able to work with a wide range of issues and communities, including the BIPOC community in Chattanooga. They offer in person sessions as well as Teletherapy in Chattanooga

For example, if you're seeking a marriage counselor in Chattanooga you'll find that most therapists are trained in marriage counseling or couples counseling in Chattanooga and couples therapy. And they welcome families for family counseling in Chattanooga or family therapy in Chattanooga.