Trauma Focused Therapists in Athens, TN

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Hannah Sexton
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT-I, MS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Athens, TN 37303
It’s normal as a parent to feel overwhelmed or exhausted when your teen or child are hurting and working through life adjustments, problems at school, and other major changes. Children and teens communicate through their actions due to lack of understanding the emotions underneath. My passion is to help children and teenagers who are struggling to process their emotions and work through life’s difficulties by providing a safe and warm place for them to grow more in who they are.
It’s normal as a parent to feel overwhelmed or exhausted when your teen or child are hurting and working through life adjustments, problems at school, and other major changes. Children and teens communicate through their actions due to lack of understanding the emotions underneath. My passion is to help children and teenagers who are struggling to process their emotions and work through life’s difficulties by providing a safe and warm place for them to grow more in who they are.
(423) 244-0032 View (423) 244-0032
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Maddie Storz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AAMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Athens, TN 37303
I utilize experiential, somatic, parts-work, emotion focused, grief-work, trauma focused and narrative techniques in my process.
Pregnancy, parenthood and fertility challenges can be so stressful and overwhelming it can be difficult to know how to manage all the emotions and intensity of the stress. It can feel like you're drowning! I would love to be there with you in the healing process. My passion is working with individuals navigating the perinatal (pertaining to the period between conception and 3 years postpartum) and parenthood stages of life. I have advanced training in postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, traumatic birth experiences, stillbirth, child loss, pregnancy loss, reproductive trauma, assisted fertility stress and fertility challenges.
I utilize experiential, somatic, parts-work, emotion focused, grief-work, trauma focused and narrative techniques in my process.
Pregnancy, parenthood and fertility challenges can be so stressful and overwhelming it can be difficult to know how to manage all the emotions and intensity of the stress. It can feel like you're drowning! I would love to be there with you in the healing process. My passion is working with individuals navigating the perinatal (pertaining to the period between conception and 3 years postpartum) and parenthood stages of life. I have advanced training in postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, traumatic birth experiences, stillbirth, child loss, pregnancy loss, reproductive trauma, assisted fertility stress and fertility challenges.
(423) 564-5685 View (423) 564-5685
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Hannah Fraser
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, MFTI
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Athens, TN 37303
I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), DBT, Experiential techniques, Gottman's Emotion Coaching, and other evidence-based practices.
Hello! I am a therapist that specializes in family therapy and therapy for children and teens ages 3-18. I also enjoy working with adults of all ages who are experiencing grief, anxiety, or tics. I believe that people are exceptionally resilient. However, there are times when circumstances become too overwhelming to bear alone. Children may have difficulty sharing their emotions verbally and will instead act out, causing stress in the family. My passion is creating a safe space for healing to occur. I work with children and families experiencing anxiety, depression, tics, autism (levels 1 and 2), trauma, grief, divorce, and more.
I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), DBT, Experiential techniques, Gottman's Emotion Coaching, and other evidence-based practices.
Hello! I am a therapist that specializes in family therapy and therapy for children and teens ages 3-18. I also enjoy working with adults of all ages who are experiencing grief, anxiety, or tics. I believe that people are exceptionally resilient. However, there are times when circumstances become too overwhelming to bear alone. Children may have difficulty sharing their emotions verbally and will instead act out, causing stress in the family. My passion is creating a safe space for healing to occur. I work with children and families experiencing anxiety, depression, tics, autism (levels 1 and 2), trauma, grief, divorce, and more.
(423) 455-9751 View (423) 455-9751
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Deanna L Milford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Athens, TN 37303
I am passionately committed to working with couples, families, and individuals of most ages. I have 4+ years of experience working with children and families in the foster care system and the range of effects this has on each family member. It is a privilege to work with couples and families in conflict to keep them together when possible, and mitigate the devastating consequences of divorce when it’s unavoidable. Some of these consequences include: trauma, suicidal thoughts and ideation, anxiety, depression, behavioral, and relational issues (insecurity, instability, and conflict).
I am passionately committed to working with couples, families, and individuals of most ages. I have 4+ years of experience working with children and families in the foster care system and the range of effects this has on each family member. It is a privilege to work with couples and families in conflict to keep them together when possible, and mitigate the devastating consequences of divorce when it’s unavoidable. Some of these consequences include: trauma, suicidal thoughts and ideation, anxiety, depression, behavioral, and relational issues (insecurity, instability, and conflict).
(423) 295-9131 View (423) 295-9131
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Rachel La Rea Hatchett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Athens, TN 37303
I have worked with children and families for 15 years with the last 8 years being in mental health. I have a desire to help people find their road to healing. I have worked with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, self-harm, suicidal-ideations, phase of life changes, divorce and self-esteem struggles that often life brings. Together we will work to find your road to healing. I want to work with you to empower you to find the solutions and strength to overcome whatever obstacles you are facing.
I have worked with children and families for 15 years with the last 8 years being in mental health. I have a desire to help people find their road to healing. I have worked with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, self-harm, suicidal-ideations, phase of life changes, divorce and self-esteem struggles that often life brings. Together we will work to find your road to healing. I want to work with you to empower you to find the solutions and strength to overcome whatever obstacles you are facing.
(423) 497-0841 View (423) 497-0841
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Glyndora Spring Condon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MFT, LPC, CTMH, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Athens, TN 37303
I have been helping others: Special needs, Relational, Behavioral, A&D, Elderly, and Children as a C.N.A., Foster mother, Care giver, Activity Director, and as a Therapist during my adult life. I have 10 grandchildren, and 4 are special needs children. I have several years experience providing Couples/Marriage, Family, and Behavioral and Mental therapy; and am eclectic in my use of modalities. I am an author with Good News and multiple other psychology sites. Heal and Hope Counseling Services, LLC have 3-5 counselors of diverse backgrounds, cultures, languages, and specialties!!! We provide in office and Telehealth for our clients!
I have been helping others: Special needs, Relational, Behavioral, A&D, Elderly, and Children as a C.N.A., Foster mother, Care giver, Activity Director, and as a Therapist during my adult life. I have 10 grandchildren, and 4 are special needs children. I have several years experience providing Couples/Marriage, Family, and Behavioral and Mental therapy; and am eclectic in my use of modalities. I am an author with Good News and multiple other psychology sites. Heal and Hope Counseling Services, LLC have 3-5 counselors of diverse backgrounds, cultures, languages, and specialties!!! We provide in office and Telehealth for our clients!
(423) 525-8538 View (423) 525-8538
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Steve Knapp
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Athens, TN 37303
Waitlist for new clients
Pain is an unavoidable reality in life, but it does not have to have the final word. If we are willing to step into our emerging story, new possibilities of healing and growth become achievable and lead us towards a more meaningful life. Whether it is dealing with the effects of trauma or other negative past life events, persistent or recurrent painful emotions, or a difficult season of life, we all have times where it is hard to find the path forward. But there is a path forward, especially when we are willing to reach out for help.
Pain is an unavoidable reality in life, but it does not have to have the final word. If we are willing to step into our emerging story, new possibilities of healing and growth become achievable and lead us towards a more meaningful life. Whether it is dealing with the effects of trauma or other negative past life events, persistent or recurrent painful emotions, or a difficult season of life, we all have times where it is hard to find the path forward. But there is a path forward, especially when we are willing to reach out for help.
(423) 345-9381 View (423) 345-9381
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Heal and Hope Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MFT, LPC, CTMH, CCTP
Verified Verified
Athens, TN 37303
We are more than a business, we are a ministry to any who come to us in need for help. We have multiple counselors: Glyndora Condon MS MFT LPC CTMH, CCTP EMDRIA ACS: specializing in behavioral, relational (marriage, couple, children, friendships) emotional, trauma, anger, autism, domestic violence, life transitions, dissociative, addictions, and provides certified classes for DV, Anger, A&D, and Parenting; also Kelly Brownlow, MS SW, who specializes Family/Children/Adolescent and behavioral issues. Amanda Teague MSW, trauma and DID; Lakita Quarles, LME; Family, adolescents, A&D issues. Cierra Cannaly MFT-Child and adult, multi-issue
We are more than a business, we are a ministry to any who come to us in need for help. We have multiple counselors: Glyndora Condon MS MFT LPC CTMH, CCTP EMDRIA ACS: specializing in behavioral, relational (marriage, couple, children, friendships) emotional, trauma, anger, autism, domestic violence, life transitions, dissociative, addictions, and provides certified classes for DV, Anger, A&D, and Parenting; also Kelly Brownlow, MS SW, who specializes Family/Children/Adolescent and behavioral issues. Amanda Teague MSW, trauma and DID; Lakita Quarles, LME; Family, adolescents, A&D issues. Cierra Cannaly MFT-Child and adult, multi-issue
(423) 380-0204 View (423) 380-0204
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Savannah Szpur
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, TN 37371
Welcome! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern passionate about working with individuals and couples seeking healing, restoration, and stabilization from interpersonal and relational distress. Navigating various life challenges throughout adulthood can bring about anxiety and stress. For individuals who have endured dysfunctional relationships, these effects may feel overwhelming. Some might experience feeling stuck, directionless, confused, enraged, depressed, anxious, and ashamed. However, there is hope.
Welcome! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern passionate about working with individuals and couples seeking healing, restoration, and stabilization from interpersonal and relational distress. Navigating various life challenges throughout adulthood can bring about anxiety and stress. For individuals who have endured dysfunctional relationships, these effects may feel overwhelming. Some might experience feeling stuck, directionless, confused, enraged, depressed, anxious, and ashamed. However, there is hope.
(423) 840-7981 View (423) 840-7981
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Nicole Duckett
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, MFT-I
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Athens, TN 37303
Everyone needs to recharge their batteries and therapy is a great place to plug in! You’ve already taken that first step by exploring your options for a therapist to fit your needs. Processing life’s difficulties promotes healing and increases your strength and resilience. I believe you have many strengths and I strive to assist you in discovering your power and potential while you build confidence and experience growth. Together, we can navigate through those areas where you may feel stuck or alone. My goal is to help each person who enters this space to feel safe, valued, and cared for.
Everyone needs to recharge their batteries and therapy is a great place to plug in! You’ve already taken that first step by exploring your options for a therapist to fit your needs. Processing life’s difficulties promotes healing and increases your strength and resilience. I believe you have many strengths and I strive to assist you in discovering your power and potential while you build confidence and experience growth. Together, we can navigate through those areas where you may feel stuck or alone. My goal is to help each person who enters this space to feel safe, valued, and cared for.
(423) 919-9073 View (423) 919-9073
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Julie Warren Tilley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Athens, TN 37303
My goal is to hold hope for individuals, couples and families until they are able to hope for themselves. If you need a safe space to explore your truth and move toward the best version of yourself, you found that space in my office. My office (Cleveland or Chattanooga) will provide calm, comfort and support to you in the toughest of times life can throw at you.
My goal is to hold hope for individuals, couples and families until they are able to hope for themselves. If you need a safe space to explore your truth and move toward the best version of yourself, you found that space in my office. My office (Cleveland or Chattanooga) will provide calm, comfort and support to you in the toughest of times life can throw at you.
(423) 379-6753 View (423) 379-6753
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Collin Killough
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFT-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, TN 37303
Hello! I am a marriage and family therapist who specializes in couples and teen-young adult individuals. I hope to provide you with a haven of safety and gentle support in your healing process. During our work together, my goal is to help you mend wounded relationships, develop healthy coping skills, and create a sense of stability in your life. For individual therapy, I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, and ADHD. For couples therapy, I specialize in working through communication, divorce, trauma, and infidelity. I prioritize creating a space of mutual trust and empathy as we process vulnerable topics together.
Hello! I am a marriage and family therapist who specializes in couples and teen-young adult individuals. I hope to provide you with a haven of safety and gentle support in your healing process. During our work together, my goal is to help you mend wounded relationships, develop healthy coping skills, and create a sense of stability in your life. For individual therapy, I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, and ADHD. For couples therapy, I specialize in working through communication, divorce, trauma, and infidelity. I prioritize creating a space of mutual trust and empathy as we process vulnerable topics together.
(423) 220-4464 View (423) 220-4464
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Courtney Liljekvist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, TN 37303
I work with children (ages 4-12), adolescents, families, and adults. My goal is to offer a safe space to those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidality, low self-esteem, family conflict, or attachment issues. While I like to draw from multiple approaches, including: attachment work, play therapy, mindfulness practices, art therapy, CBT, and family therapy. I ultimately tailor my approach to the needs of the person. Coming to therapy takes a significant step of bravery and I strive to create an environment that promotes acceptance and growth.
I work with children (ages 4-12), adolescents, families, and adults. My goal is to offer a safe space to those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidality, low self-esteem, family conflict, or attachment issues. While I like to draw from multiple approaches, including: attachment work, play therapy, mindfulness practices, art therapy, CBT, and family therapy. I ultimately tailor my approach to the needs of the person. Coming to therapy takes a significant step of bravery and I strive to create an environment that promotes acceptance and growth.
(423) 561-9914 View (423) 561-9914
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Kristi Byrd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Athens, TN 37371
I have worked with children in different capacities throughout my life and have been in the mental health field for over 10 years providing therapy for children, individuals and families. I have worked with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, autism, relationship issues, trauma, self harm and much more. I believe that YOU are the expert in your life, however I know that at times it is helpful to be able to talk to someone else. I strive to empower, encourage and support each person that I work with. I enjoy meeting new people and working to help others create the life they truly desire to live.
I have worked with children in different capacities throughout my life and have been in the mental health field for over 10 years providing therapy for children, individuals and families. I have worked with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, autism, relationship issues, trauma, self harm and much more. I believe that YOU are the expert in your life, however I know that at times it is helpful to be able to talk to someone else. I strive to empower, encourage and support each person that I work with. I enjoy meeting new people and working to help others create the life they truly desire to live.
(423) 436-9727 View (423) 436-9727

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Sherry L Lovin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Etowah, TN 37331
I have a passion for working with children, teens, individuals, couples, and families that are struggling from life altering events, such as, physical and emotional trauma, substance use and abuse, addiction(s), marital and relational issues, grief, and or family conflict. I have many years of experience working with foster children/families, and 13 years working in a Christ-centered faith-based substance abuse rehabilitation program. I am very passionate about helping my clients recover from past traumatic experiences that have created long-lasting effects upon themselves and their relationships with others.
I have a passion for working with children, teens, individuals, couples, and families that are struggling from life altering events, such as, physical and emotional trauma, substance use and abuse, addiction(s), marital and relational issues, grief, and or family conflict. I have many years of experience working with foster children/families, and 13 years working in a Christ-centered faith-based substance abuse rehabilitation program. I am very passionate about helping my clients recover from past traumatic experiences that have created long-lasting effects upon themselves and their relationships with others.
(865) 302-3698 View (865) 302-3698

Online Therapists

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Katie Wheeler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37909
I have been trained in trauma focused evidence based practices including EMDR and Trauma Focused CBT.
Have you experienced a trauma in your life which you are finding to be difficult to cope with? Are you noticing your past wounds are impacting who you are today? Moving forward after a traumatic event can be difficult. I aim to provide my clients with a secure and accepting environment. My ideal client would come to session ready to process difficult things while they curl up on my couch and feel at home in my office space. Although I have seen clients of all ages and diagnoses, I feel the most comfortable with teen and adult aged clients who are currently experiencing PTSD, anxiety, depression/grief, or binge eating disorder.
I have been trained in trauma focused evidence based practices including EMDR and Trauma Focused CBT.
Have you experienced a trauma in your life which you are finding to be difficult to cope with? Are you noticing your past wounds are impacting who you are today? Moving forward after a traumatic event can be difficult. I aim to provide my clients with a secure and accepting environment. My ideal client would come to session ready to process difficult things while they curl up on my couch and feel at home in my office space. Although I have seen clients of all ages and diagnoses, I feel the most comfortable with teen and adult aged clients who are currently experiencing PTSD, anxiety, depression/grief, or binge eating disorder.
(865) 217-0931 View (865) 217-0931
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Jordan Haynes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37919
I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Parent Child Interaction Training (PCIT) & Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
Welcome! For the past seven years, my passion has been to help facilitate personal growth in young children, adolescents, and teens. My primary focus is to be someone you can turn to in a time of need. The stress of growing up in today's ever-changing society can be overwhelming. I would like to join you on your journey to develop the skills necessary to overcome those stressors by teaching you the skills needed. I like to practice from an unconditional, supportive therapist role, in a relaxing environment. I am dedicated to using all my resources to help achieve peace & happiness in your lives!
I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Parent Child Interaction Training (PCIT) & Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
Welcome! For the past seven years, my passion has been to help facilitate personal growth in young children, adolescents, and teens. My primary focus is to be someone you can turn to in a time of need. The stress of growing up in today's ever-changing society can be overwhelming. I would like to join you on your journey to develop the skills necessary to overcome those stressors by teaching you the skills needed. I like to practice from an unconditional, supportive therapist role, in a relaxing environment. I am dedicated to using all my resources to help achieve peace & happiness in your lives!
(865) 205-6277 View (865) 205-6277
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Kat Tackett
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPC-T, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37412
Hey there! I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and young adults facing challenges like anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, PTSD, and self-harming behaviors. With experience in diverse settings, including foster care, crisis intervention, and college counseling, I am passionate about empowering young people ages 5-24 to navigate life's difficulties and achieve their goals.
Hey there! I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and young adults facing challenges like anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, PTSD, and self-harming behaviors. With experience in diverse settings, including foster care, crisis intervention, and college counseling, I am passionate about empowering young people ages 5-24 to navigate life's difficulties and achieve their goals.
(423) 564-6557 View (423) 564-6557
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Katherine Fleming
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37923
My name is Katie Fleming, and I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC-MHSP) in Tennessee. Most of my clinical experience has focused on treating trauma in children, adolescents, and adults. I have received training in several evidence-based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR.) Currently I am focusing my practice on treating adults with neurocognitive impairments, neurodivergence, and functional neurological disorders via my partnership with Knox Neuro in Knoxville, TN.
My name is Katie Fleming, and I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC-MHSP) in Tennessee. Most of my clinical experience has focused on treating trauma in children, adolescents, and adults. I have received training in several evidence-based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR.) Currently I am focusing my practice on treating adults with neurocognitive impairments, neurodivergence, and functional neurological disorders via my partnership with Knox Neuro in Knoxville, TN.
(865) 832-7647 View (865) 832-7647
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Shelby Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37923
Owning our story and re-writing our narrative can be incredibly empowering. You are allowed and encouraged to be human with all its complexities in my office. Whether you find growth in verbal processing, journaling, or would like to use art as a therapeutic tool, I enjoy using my skills as an abstract thinker and creative clinician to empower you to reach your goals. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing space where you can tell your story and find healing. We will work collaboratively, building a strong therapeutic alliance based on trust, respect, and open communication.
Owning our story and re-writing our narrative can be incredibly empowering. You are allowed and encouraged to be human with all its complexities in my office. Whether you find growth in verbal processing, journaling, or would like to use art as a therapeutic tool, I enjoy using my skills as an abstract thinker and creative clinician to empower you to reach your goals. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing space where you can tell your story and find healing. We will work collaboratively, building a strong therapeutic alliance based on trust, respect, and open communication.
(865) 830-6336 View (865) 830-6336

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