Female Therapists in Chattanooga, TN

Life is full of non-stop change; whether it's yourself, your children or your family it can become overwhelming and deeply affect every area of your life. In our work together, I hope you feel encouraged to explore and build upon strengths that you are already doing to enrich your relationships and deepen awareness of yourself.

I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy and take a trauma-informed, family systems perspective. I have experience working with the following issues: childhood behavioral disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, relational/interpersonal issues, spirituality issues, self-esteem, grief and loss, adjustment and phase of life issues. I believe that all individuals are worthy to be known and I enjoy getting to know about the uniqueness of each individual and family in a safe therapeutic environment.

Life's challenges can lead us to a place where recognizing the person in the mirror becomes foreign. The fights with your partner, the fear of the future, or desiring a sense of direction and meaningful connection can leave us feeling frozen, overwhelmed, and distanced from where we’d like to be. Your unique experience matters - which is why I work to foster empathy, openness, authenticity, safety, and caring challenges within therapy - to meet you where you are and journey beside you as you seek to find yourself and your relationships again.

Hi! I’m Kate. If you’re here, you’re already brave. It takes tremendous bravery and courage to seek professional help, to sit with and process some feelings of hurt. I believe it to be an incredible privilege to work as a counselor. To be trusted with some of the most vulnerable places in an individual’s life is an honor and I will uphold your story with integrity. I believe in the concept of wellness, in healing the whole person rather than a diagnosis or a problem. I consider counseling to be beneficial for all people, regardless of what may bring someone into my space. I would love to work together towards a journey of healing!

I acknowledge and respect the effort it takes to reach out for help. The strength it takes to say "enough!, I'm sick and tired of being sick and tired". The courage it takes to choose towards something more, something better, than where you are at right now. Thank you for being here! What if every wrongness was a strength not yet acknowledged? You are stronger than you think and worth so much more than you can imagine. The fact that you are reading this right now is proof of that!

Relationships are hard! The drama and emotional roller coaster are exhausting. After trying diligently to give all that you can, you end up dumped, rejected, or betrayed again. Beating yourself up, inevitably feeling unlovable. So you hide your emotions and stay busy to protect yourself. But inside, it's impossible to ignore that sadness and loneliness are growing. All you want is someone who cares and who can be there for you. But it's hard to attract the right person. Your friends are moving on with their lives, while you wonder if happiness just wasn't meant for you. You're so tired of trying that you feel resentful and empty.

I have known since I was a teenager that I wanted to be a social worker. It was when I was 14 that an LCSW was able to connect with me and help me through a dark depression and the amplified anxiety that often goes along with it. It has been my passion since then to provide that same help to others. I have 15 years of experience working in the mental health field, 10 of those as an LCSW. I have experience with individual therapy and group therapy modalities, both on an outpatient and an inpatient basis.

As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in supporting teens and adults navigating through challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, anger, grief, and relational conflicts. Drawing from the transformative Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapeutic model, I empower clients to cultivate curiosity, calm, creativity, clarity, courage, compassion, and connectedness within themselves and their relationships. Additionally, I integrate Restoration Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to tailor treatment to each individual's needs. I aim to guide clients on a journey towards enhanced well-being and healing.

I believe meaningful connection changes people — this is what the therapeutic process is about. I am passionate about encouraging growth and restoration for those questioning their purpose or identity and searching for meaning. I works with those facing grief and loss, generational trauma, racial identity, emotional neglect, parenting questions, religious trauma, anxiety, attachment, mid-life evaluation, personal identity development and more.

My ideal clients are adults (ages 18+) navigating connection in relationship. This can look like relationship to self ("What's going on with me? Why do I feel this way? What needs do I have? Am I allowed to think these things?") or relationship to others ("Do they really love me? Am I important to them? Why do I feel so anxious with them? Will I ever feel known or understood?"). There are plenty of questions and struggles in relationships. With openness and curiosity, you can find helpful and healthy answers that soothe the anxiousness and confusion about what it is to be connected.

There are times in our lives where we feel overwhelmed and are experiencing emotional distress for a variety of reasons. Working with a therapist can help with addressing these difficulties and finding the right tools to assist and move forward in life. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma. Coping with traumatic experiences can lead to many difficult paths, including struggles with: anxiety, depression, panic attacks, nightmares, fear, poor self-worth, addictions, physical pain, difficult relationship dynamics, safety issues, and negative thoughts.

Relationships build the context of our lives. We learn who we are from those around us. This exchange has the power to influence our thoughts and beliefs about ourselves. While relationships have the beautiful ability to build us up, encourage us, and support us, they also have the reverse effect. Have you ever been in a relationship that tore you down, made you question your worth, damaged your self-esteem, or left you wondering why you weren't enough? Have these unhealthy or toxic relationships hindered your ability to seek out and sustain a healthy one? This story doesn't have to be yours forever and you're not alone.

I have experience with childhood trauma, substance abuse, depression, and anxiety, as well as other mental health issues. I work with my clients to discover the most helpful way to reach their goals. I ask my clients to do the hard work, and I am with them every step of the way.

I am a Board Certified Christian Counselor who works with women to help them move from feeling overwhelmed and stuck in life to being able to thrive in their homes and relationships. I am trained in emotional abuse, trauma, the effects of narcissism in relationships, and grief. I specialize in helping women overcome the pain of domestic abuse, church hurt, and spiritual abuse. I also work with many women who are struggling with burnout and extreme stress, or who are struggling with perfectionism, overthinking, people pleasing, low self worth, feelings of shame, or trouble finding their purpose and calling in life.

I see individual clients aged 18 and up, most commonly struggling with feelings of isolation, difficulty in relationships, depression, anxiety, guilt/shame, negative view of self, difficulty with fluctuating emotions and issues related to trauma (which includes a range of experiences such as early emotional neglect, childhood or adult emotional/physical/sexual abuse, exposure to violence in the community, exposure to systemic racism or sexism, among many others.)

Hello! I believe that choosing the right therapist to meet your individualized needs is an extremely important decision. I enjoy working with all kinds of people that are in different places in their lives. I find it so exciting to see people commit to change and then watch the growth that follows. I appreciate being blessed with the opportunity to be part of such a healing process. I can offer education and guidance with building healthier coping skills, more effective ways to cope with stressors, and positive thinking patterns.

I come to the therapy field by way of the legal field. My time in the legal field cultivated a deep appreciation of peoples’ stories - including their conflicts, struggles, and desire for healing and connection. Exploring our story in a safe and nurturing environment allows us to more deeply connect with ourselves and navigate the many difficulties of life. I hope our work together will help you better understand the many parts that make up your story so that you feel empowered as you journey through life. I am honored to have the opportunity to walk alongside people as they work toward contentment and wholeness.

Life can become overwhelming at times. I consider it a privilege to walk through difficult parts of your journey with you. Life transitions, family distress and conflict, abuse, divorce, anxiety, depression, as well as child and adolescent behavioral concerns, can leave you feeling helpless. I am honored to help you find your strength to cope in times of pain and suffering.

If you’re looking for support and a caring partner to help you navigate life’s challenges, I’m here for you. My approach is to walk alongside you as you work towards your personal growth, offering a safe and inviting space for you to explore and make meaningful changes.