Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Chattanooga, TN

I am passionate about meeting you where you are and understanding how you see yourself, others, and the world around you. I believe in the value of relationships with others and how authentic connection can help to facilitate growth, understanding, and healing.

I am passionate about story, visual arts, paying attention to attachment wounds, and a holistic view of the person as emotional, spiritual, and physical. I enjoy using therapeutic art practices with my clients to explore many aspects of hurt and healing. I have several years of experience working in mental and behavioral health treatment, with a variety of ages. I currently desire to work with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, codependency, trauma post-traumatic stress, and other life stressors. I believe we are formed by both the things we have experienced and the relationships we have been a part of.

My ideal client has a gut feeling that they are not living up to their potential in life. They refuse to give up until they see their dreams come true! These clients may struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and addiction issues, but they also desire to set boundaries and overcome trauma and past hurts. Their goals are to learn more about their inner self and how to be fully transparent, spiritually balanced and emotionally present with those that are a part of their inner circle. Although I prefer counseling from a Christian counseling modality, I am open to working with anyone ready to make positive changes in life!

I work with people who are ready to heal. I’m a Christian and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience working with PTSD, grief, anxiety, anger management, depression and other trauma-related issues. I am EMDR certified and an EMDR consultant and trained in Clinical Hypnosis and Brainspotting level 1. All are treatments for trauma, depression, and anxiety according to the latest research in neuroscience. I enjoy partnering with First Responders, military, adults and teenagers to help them work through whatever issues are interfering with their joy. If you have any questions, call or send me an email.

I recognize that the world is largely set up by (and for) those who are neurotypical. For the ones who do not fall into that category (ex. those who have traits of ADHD, ASD, SPD, HSP, etc.) it can lead to some hardships that many do not even realize are factors in one’s everyday life. Because of this, I work hard to offer a space where you feel heard, understood, and valued. I don’t care for words like “fixing” or “normalizing,” but rather, I feel strongly about celebrating neurodivergence and uniqueness, and looking for the strengths that come from the ability to see and process the world in a different way.

Are you struggling with addiction or navigating the trials of your life? Are you trying to find balance in your life again or for the first time? I love working with clients who are motivated for change and are willing to put in the hard work and helping clients solve puzzles and find what they need and want in their lives. I also welcome any partners or family members of those struggling with addictions as it can be a difficult path through that trauma. I find fulfillment working with those who find recovery from addiction and partners and family members who have been betrayed and hurt by the addiction of someone they love.

Mike Tyson once said "Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face." I love this quote because it perfectly represents how life typically goes. We all start by creating a plan and then life, well, happens. We all get knocked down and inevitably we lose our plan. "You either quit or keep going .. they both hurt." Another great quote that perfectly represents therapy. Make no mistake, when done correctly, therapy is hard. However, this hard work will pay incredible dividends. So, if you've taken a few hits and lost your plan, maybe it's time to give therapy a try?

Looking for the right therapist but feeling lost? Rest assured, you're not alone. I love helping both people and couples who are new to therapy or have tried it before. Feeling comfortable with your therapist is key, and I'm dedicated to creating a supportive environment where you can tackle any challenges affecting you or your relationship. I specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals and navigating couples through various relationship challenges With training from Level 1 Gottman, alongside specialized instruction in addressing affairs and trauma. Collaborative problem-solving techniques form the backbone of my approach.

Northshore Counseling Group is dedicated to creating a safe space for individual counseling needs in the greater Chattanooga area. We all have experiences that have led to where we are today. Individual counseling is designed to create space for you to come alongside a counselor and navigate how your story has impacted the way you view yourself and the world around you.

On the outside it looks like you have it all together. But on the inside you never feel good enough and the voice in your head is quick to remind you of all the ways you’re falling short. You've spent the last however-many-years trying to keep everything together, but it’s exhausting, and you don’t think you can do it anymore. You're tired of giving so much to everyone else while you continue to come last on your list. Not anymore. It's time for a change.

I believe that people make sense within their context. And so, I am mindful of context - cultural background, attachment style, family and relationship history, etc. I enjoy the process of listening and attending, especially to those whose voices may feel unheard, such as teens, women, and trauma survivors. My work is informed by an integrative and embodied approach, utilizing various family system theories and trauma-informed interventions. Through establishing a sound therapeutic relationship and safe environment, I am hopeful that your difficult emotions will "make sense," and a story of resilience and compassion will be heard.

If you are at a point of needing change related to your relationships, marriage or otherwise, helping your distressed or challenging child, or healing from past wounds in your life, we are here to help. We help a variety of clients learn to process difficult things and learn new skills to grow and improve their lives and their significant relationships. We are a team structured, outcome focused practice near downtown Chattanooga. We aim to get results for you and give excellent care that is accessible to you by having accessible prices, schedules, and spaces (the views are great too)!

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.

While life is always worth living, it doesn’t always feel that way. We are here to help you help yourself live the life you want — and need — to live. Not sure what that even means? We can help with that too. Our team offers a variety of solutions to a variety of problems/ troubles/sighs/ughs, etc. While each of our clients is literally unique (welcome to humanity!), at intake a lot describe themselves as lonely, dissatisfied, out of control, too up-tight, fine (forced smile), a mess, too much, not enough…perhaps some of that sounds familiar? Whether those fit exactly or not, if you are looking for answers, we're here to help.

I view people as whole beings, including mind, body, and soul. I look at how stress of the mind can affect the body and soul. I use an integrative approach to explore the past and correct maladaptive thinking and behaviors. I strive to help course correct maladaptive thinking and to engage in the healing of old wounds. Struggles I work with: anxiety, depression, addiction, personality disorders, ADHD, military veterans, family related issues, and difficult family experiences. I work with a list of many struggles outside of anything listed here, as well.

You are waking up to the realization that the one who is going to break the cycle of dysfunction in your family is you. There has to be more to life than just existing within the patterns that have come to feel normal; your heart yearns for a more meaningful existence. Still, you aren't sure how to break out of the cycle, set boundaries and figure out what you really want and need to do. I get it, taking full responsibility for your own well-being and creating a better future for yourself sounds like a daunting task, however, you don't have to do it alone.

I am passionate about walking alongside individuals who feel beat down and weary from life’s burdens. Life is not easy, but having someone with an outside view can really help provide the clarity and insight we need. If you are hurting, struggling to stay hopeful, or having trouble finding direction, I would be honored to hear your story and walk with you towards hope and healing.

Accepting Clients: As an EMDR-trained trauma therapist, I help teens, adults, and couples explore pain, expose fear, and experience healing in a real and lasting way. You're probably thinking that something has got to change. You feel stuck, empty, hurt, angry, or just altogether lost in a sea of overwhelming feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. You've been nervous to ask for help, let alone discuss, the difficulties of navigating life and trying to "keep it all together" when things don't feel right at all. Pehaps it's time to try something new.

I have been working in the field of mental healthcare since 2012. While my experience has granted me the privilege of working with a variety of ages and issues, I am most passionate about working with trauma, anger management, panic, anxiety, cutting and self-harming, dissociation, and domestic violence. I have training in EMDR, a specialized therapy developed for the treatment of Post-traumatic Stress and other trauma related concerns. I also frequently utilize mindfulness and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills training in my approach as a way to build resilience and healthy coping.