Grief Therapists in Knoxville, TN

All of us can find ourselves in a difficult, confusing, or even painful point in our lives. Or maybe we just see a particular area in which we want to grow. I work with teens, adults, couples, and families to help them navigate through those parts of life. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, sexual concerns, a difficult loss, or you are navigating a new chapter in your life, I would love to be able to help. I want to help you sort through those challenges and leverage your unique strengths to meet them.

Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or as if life is out of balance? This is the case for many people. Stress and trauma can affect us in many ways leading to difficulty with medical and emotional well-being. Reaching out for support is the first step in the change process, empowering us with the skills to overcome life's challenges. It is important to me to provide you with a safe, relaxing, and non-judgmental space while assisting you in your journey to learn coping strategies and grow as an individual, family, or couple.

During unexpected challenges in life, you may feel alone and as if no one fully understands your pain. You may even feel stuck and hopeless that things will ever improve or change. The decision to reach out for support is often scary, but an important and courageous step towards healing. Throughout my work hearing each person’s unique story, I have come to believe that meaningful connection and change is possible for everyone.

I am really glad you are here. It can be hard to find places where we feel seen and truly heard. Whether you're dealing with profound grief, managing anxiety or depression, or carrying the weight of past traumas, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you on this journey of discovery and healing. With extensive experience caring for people from all walks of life, I approach each person's challenges with deep empathy and respect. Together, we'll create a safe and nurturing space where you can find the comfort and understanding you deserve, along with the tools that will empower you to move forward with confidence and strength.

Have you recently experienced the death of a loved one or beloved pet? Do you struggle with feelings of regret, guilt, or isolation? Well-intentioned messages from others may be to “just push through it” or "give it time." However, we are often left feeling alone and uncertain about how we are supposed to resume our relationships, careers and lives. For some, unresolved grief can lead to poor physical health and a lower quality of life. Grief is not a sign that you are unwell or unevolved. It means that you have loved and wanted love to continue. Love and healing beyond the loss is possible.

I am a licensed therapist and hold specialty certifications in Grief/Thanantology (Association of Death Education and Counseling), Clinical Certified Trauma Professional (IATP) & EMDR Level II certification. I have worked with many clients following traumatic loss or those experiencing anxiety, depression, past or current abusive situations, post abortion stress syndrome (PASS), parenting special needs children, or chronic or life shortening illnesses. I also offer a monthly support group for those seeking healing after the suicide of a significant person in their life (see information in "groups" below)

Not accepting new clients at this time. Life has a way of overwhelming us and convincing us that we are powerless. I seek to work with individuals in life transitions to help them connect with their own agency and combat the lies life tells us. Whether it is anxiety, depression, trauma or grief that has control over you we can work collaboratively to promote change and build healthy relationships/ lifestyles. I work with individuals ages 10 and up who are looking for a non-judgmental environment to uncover their voice/story in order to locate power and meaning.

Are you ready to connect with a counselor who can assist you with what you need? Are you looking to be understood while sorting through life difficulties you or your family are facing? I work with children, families, adults and couples who are working through grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions and conflict.

There are many challenges we face throughout our lives that can impact our ability to function in various ways. They may affect our personal self-care, interpersonal and family relationships, and work/academic responsibilities. These difficulties can leave us feeling confused, anxious, and isolated. In these seasons, it's especially important to feel a sense of safety and understanding, and to know you are not alone. As a therapist, I want to walk alongside you and provide the support needed to help on your journey towards healing and find what works best for you.

Julius M. Jefferies is a Clinical Mental Health Therapist serving the Knox County area of Tennessee with specialties in a wide range of individual, couple, and group therapy interventions. His clinical experience in the last 25 years has focused on holistic, solution-focused therapy for both adolescents and adults who are living with autism, crisis, psychological disorder, trauma, and grief.  Julius earned a Masters of Mental Health Counseling from Freed-Hardeman University followed by specialty certifications in Grief Counseling, Autism Disorder Specialist intervention, and as an End of Life Doula.

After growing up in Texas, I earned my bachelors degree at NYU in New York City & my doctorate at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, TN. Shortly thereafter, I worked at the University of Delaware & then moved to TN to work as a practicing psychologist & professor training students in counseling & psychology. Through my private practice, I am available to work with individuals in 40 states in the U.S. via telehealth (see the PsyPact website for more information & the full map of participating states).

It takes courage to do what you are doing, and I commend you for taking the first step. Fear, anxiety, grief, and depression are emotions that we all experience. They aren’t unusual, but at times they can feel like a runaway train, stealing your thoughts, time, energy and happiness. I work together with my clients on managing and regulating these overwhelming thoughts and emotions, and help them to draw from their own strength to live a life that’s purposeful and fulfilling according to their values. You are the expert on you, and I will be there to give insight, feedback, and offer new perspectives and coping skills.

Welcome to Knoxville's Premier Center for Counseling & Psychological Services. We have multiple licensed Psychologists who are currently accepting new patients. We are trained as generalists and therefore are able to work with a wide range of presenting concerns including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, women's issues, perinatal issues, self-harm, OCD, sports performance issues and more. We provide individual, couples, and group therapy. Call today to schedule your first appointment!

Jessica Kyle is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Mental Health Service Provider qualification (LPC-MHSP) with 5 years of experience. Jessica is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and families address challenges to live a better and more meaningful life. She specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, addiction, behavioral issues in children, and major life changes. Jessica completed her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Milligan University. Her personal mental health experiences coupled with her education and professional experience enable her to give clients the support they seek.

At one point or another, we all feel worn down, disconnected, or just "stuck." Maybe it's a stressful situation or an ongoing problem that won't seem to resolve, or perhaps it's hard to identify a reason at all. In these moments, my goal is to join others where they are and work together toward peace and positive change. I hope to provide a place where you can re-examine how you've come to see yourself and others, learn skills for identifying and managing challenges you're facing, and open up to re-engage in the connections most important to you.

I am passionate about assisting individuals and families in growing to their fullest potential. I do not view an individual's problems in a negative manner but believe that many obstacles can be used as opportunities to bring about positive changes and personal growth. A primary focus of my work history includes, working with clients and couples who have experienced depression, anxiety, loss and trauma. I have past experience working as a group facilitator in an intensive outpatient program for eating disorders and specialize in working with clients who struggle with disordered eating patterns.

I believe that each individual already possesses the solutions to the challenges they face. My role as a counselor and a healer is to be a companion in the discovery of those solutions. I am a reliable guide with over 25 years of experience working with people of all ages. I specialize in helping people during major life transitions, times of grief & loss, and with trauma recovery. During my 11 years in Hospice, I learned how to help people navigate the many challenges that come with grief and loss. ​ As a long time meditation instructor, one of the hallmarks of my practice is the use of meditation as a tool for healing.

If you are experiencing grief, overwhelming stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, communication issues, substance use, social anxiety, difficulty at work, or have a specific problem you would like to work through, now is the time to reach out. The world today is complicated and these issues can seem to come out of no where or perhaps they have been a struggle for some time, but you don't have to go it alone. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, or learn new coping strategies, I look forward to working with you.

I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, and/or trauma related disorders who hope to have an improvement in lifestyle. I have worked in the Clarksville area since 2008 with a variety of populations, with extensive work with active duty and veteran individuals. In every situation, my goal is to make sure you are heard, not as a symptom or something that needs to be fixed, but as a human with feelings and goals.