Feminist Therapists in Brentwood, TN

I'm extremely passionate about helping others live to their truest potential. Life has a way of putting many of us in a chronic fight or flight mode, and I strive to bring people back to their space of equilibrium. That place you go when you close your eyes and think about a life without as much chaos doesn't have to be a mere daydream, we can work together to make it reality.

I am licensed in Tennessee and Indiana, with 11 years of professional practice experience and over 25 years in higher education. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. At present, much of my work occurs through online platforms: Grow, Headway, BetterHelp, and Calmerry.

Often times when we feel stuck in our lives, it is because we are noticing a conflict in our internal world. Part of us feels one way, while another part feels very differently. It is my belief that we all enter this world with the capacity to feel grounded and at peace, yet as we experience the hardships of life, we lose connection with that inner safety. Instead, we begin to experience the burdens of shame, grief and/or loneliness; and parts of us take on roles that may show up as anxiety, perfectionism, sadness, self-criticism, dissociation - or many other symptoms, thoughts, or emotions that you find yourself struggling with.

I am a caring and empathetic person who has a heart for helping people. As a therapist I seek to work collaboratively with clients in establishing treatment goals. My hope is that clients will learn new and healthier ways of living and gain a greater ability to treat both themselves and others with compassion. It takes courage to step into the therapy room, so I work to provide a disarming and open space for clients to share. My curiosity guides me as I get to know people for who they are and I enjoy helping clients learn to think, feel, and act in new, productive ways to become the people they want to be.

CURRENT AVAILABILITY!! Trauma Therapy of Nashville is currently accepting new clients! Our therapists are highly skilled to work with trauma and integrative in their work with clients. Using evidenced-based and holistic therapy methods, clients receive an integrative treatment approach that is tailored to their individual needs. We would love to connect with you! Contact our Client Care Coordinator, Jenna, at Admin@TraumaTherapyNashville.com.

I seek to destigmatize mental healthcare for all populations and provide a safe space where my clients feel seen and heard to navigate their relationships with themselves and others. As a South Asian American and daughter of immigrants, I have first hand experience of the deep effects that family of origin and cultural conflicts have on your lived experiences. I provide support for my clients in being their authentic selves and help them develop the skills they need to thrive. I want my clients to have an empathetic space to explore their challenges, process their thoughts and emotions, and experience healing.

My primary therapeutic focuses are: all aspects of adoption, relational issues, self - worth, family of origin wounds, codependency, recovering from trauma (complex, sexual, religious, etc.), neurodivergence and parenting. Over the past decade as a therapist, I have found myself most passionate about working with adolescents, women, and pre-marital couples. it would be a joy to walk alongside you as we work on these things together utilizing research-based practices, creativity, humor, and a whole - body approach.

I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy at any point in time. We can experience both immense joy and deep grief and trauma. Sometimes the latter overwhelms our ability to see the joy in our life or makes us feel like we are not living as we were meant to. If you keep feeling stuck no matter what you've tried to do on your own or in other therapies, that normally means there is trauma or pain that has not been processed yet. Enter me, I'm not like a regular therapist; I'm a cool therapist (I'm actually not cool, but I think I can be fun even when therapy isn't always the most fun). I want to help you feel unstuck.

There's nothing more gratifying to me than witnessing people courageously say the things they thought they couldn't say, do the things they thought they couldn't do, and move through feelings they thought would surely take them under. All of which leads to the life experience they have been yearning for. Shame, addiction, anxiety, trauma, grief, disordered eating, depression, etc. are all factors that impact a person's ability to move forward, and many who struggle may even feel a sense of hopelessness after having tried countless methods to get "unstuck." With the right help and tools, life can and does get better.

Currently accepting new individual clients! I am also now available to couples seeking premarital or prebaby counseling. I love helping individuals and couples answer big questions about their identities, values, and the stories that have shaped them. Whether you're here to process life transitions, trauma, relationships, or just the hard parts of being human, I will meet you where you are, and you will always have a voice in my room.

My clients are often those struggling with anxiety, self-worth, and life transitions/adjustments. I also have particular specialities and experience with grief, substance addictions or those who are the loved one of a person with addictions, and trauma. When you read the word "trauma" it doesn't have to mean only abuse, car accidents, etc. There are various stressful life experiences that register as trauma, such as divorce, neglect/abandonment, health related issues and diagnoses, miscarriages, and many more. All that is needed from you is a desire to be present in the counseling space. The rest we walk through together.

Do you want to feel better? To worry less and enjoy life more? To feel confident and think highly of yourself? To have better control of your emotions? To have meaningful, lasting relationships? To feel that self-love everyone’s preaching? Nobody teaches us how to do this stuff. I get it. I’ve felt disempowered, lost, and not good enough. Learning to deeply know and accept myself liberated me from shame, doubt, and the grips of anxiety. And I’ve made it my mission to help women recognize their authentic worth and wield their full potential.

Many clients come to us after feeling stuck in talk therapy. Talking about your problems is helpful, but sometimes you need more! If you are ready to take your healing to the next level, please reach out! We integrate somatic and experiential therapies, such as EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy, IFS, psychodrama, nature therapy, ketamine-assisted therapy, Neurofeedback, holistic health coaching, and more, to go deeper, so you can truly heal from past experiences. There are no quick fixes - there is only the journey to truly know, love, and care for yourself, and our team of expert therapists is ready to take the journey with you.

She’s the kid you never had to worry about, and now you worry about her all the time. Maybe being a high achiever has come with her being really tough on herself. Have friendships or school performance changed? You want to understand what's going on so that you can help. You just want to see your daughter be free and confident, feel good, and have a happy life. I help anxious teen girls and young women find their voice. Now offering option of Canine Assisted Therapy with myself and my canine assistant, Edge (in photo). I'm LGBTQ+ affirming and welcome clients across the gender spectrum. Groups for teens & young adults limited avail.

Hello there. Within my counseling practice, I specialize in providing empathetic support to women grappling with the complexities of relationships (with self and others). Our connections hold profound significance in life, yet they can also be a primary source of conflict, pain, and confusion. This often sparks internal questioning and a variety of conflicting emotions including: feelings of inadequacy, feeling stuck, unseen or misunderstood, anxiety, guilt, shame, anger...to name a few. Creating a safe space to process through these emotions and experiences is important and offers opportunity for a more balanced life.

Life feels burdensome. You struggle to keep up with its changes and demands, and often feel overwhelmed. Your relationships feel distressing and distant, and you’re not sure how to make this work anymore. You've experienced loss, and the pain is challenging to manage. It’s an endless cycle leaving you feeling alone and stuck. You want the chaos to quiet, the joy to return, and the darkness to lift. I believe there’s a way through pain and heartache. Let’s uncover hope and healing together.

Do day to day stressors, life transitions, or mental health concerns sometimes leave you feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking for ways to talk more effectively about your thoughts and emotions, or find new ways to cope with what life throws at you? I look forward to helping you tackle these challenges, in a relationship that feels safe, real, and human. My commitment to those I work with is to be fully present, nonjudgmental, and encouraging of each individual's ability to be an expert of his/her own life, thoughts, and emotions.

I help men, women, and LGBTQIA+ adults explore who they are and who they want to be. I deeply enjoy working with those who have experienced complex relational or religious/spiritual trauma, those who live with chronic pain or illnesses, and those (yes, you) high-achieving, perfectionists, creatives & professionals. Whether you're coming to therapy for the first time or the tenth time, my goal is that you are able to leave our sessions encouraged, equipped, and more compassionate towards yourself and others.

Are you feeling spread thin between all of your responsibilities and obligations? Is your stress level maxed out? Whether you’re dealing with the demands of motherhood, seeking personal growth, processing grief, or healing of any kind, I am here to support you. I take a Bowenian based approach and feel we all have the power within ourselves to live life to our full potential. Reach out today to schedule a free consultation call. Looking forward to talking with you soon.