Trauma Focused Therapists in Chattanooga, TN
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Katelyn Schroeder
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37405
Are your relationships in need? Whether it’s a romantic, parent-child, or working relationship, I am confident we can identify and relieve the pressures from anxiety, trauma, conflict, communication, and burnout. What about your relationship with yourself? How can you find more motivation, relief, and healthy coping? You are an individual with past and present experiences that can influence your relationships. The stress of life weighs heavy on the most sacred connections you have with yourself and to others. Come and gain the support and tools you need to thrive! I'd love to see you in couples' or individual counseling.
Are your relationships in need? Whether it’s a romantic, parent-child, or working relationship, I am confident we can identify and relieve the pressures from anxiety, trauma, conflict, communication, and burnout. What about your relationship with yourself? How can you find more motivation, relief, and healthy coping? You are an individual with past and present experiences that can influence your relationships. The stress of life weighs heavy on the most sacred connections you have with yourself and to others. Come and gain the support and tools you need to thrive! I'd love to see you in couples' or individual counseling.
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Morgan Petet
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, MFT-I
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37405
Central to my therapeutic philosophy is the belief that everyone is deserving of a space where they are free to be their authentic self. I seek to provide an environment where you feel accepted, understood, and empowered to take the next steps in your healing journey. I have experience helping individuals who have experienced trauma, sexuality exploration, life transitions, relational problems, and a wide range of other mental health struggles with children, adolescents, and adults. We all deserve to have a compassionate witness to both the joys and the sorrows of our stories. I'd love to be that witness for you.
Central to my therapeutic philosophy is the belief that everyone is deserving of a space where they are free to be their authentic self. I seek to provide an environment where you feel accepted, understood, and empowered to take the next steps in your healing journey. I have experience helping individuals who have experienced trauma, sexuality exploration, life transitions, relational problems, and a wide range of other mental health struggles with children, adolescents, and adults. We all deserve to have a compassionate witness to both the joys and the sorrows of our stories. I'd love to be that witness for you.
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Aline Defiglia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37408
I own a dynamic group practice in Chattanooga called Ascend Coaching and Therapy. We work with clients in-person at our office in downtown Chattanooga, virtually via phone or video, and outside in the beautiful forests of TN via ecotherapy sessions. I offer Life Coaching, Clinical Hypnotherapy and Integrative Psychotherapy to help you make and keep personal and professional changes, fulfill your potential, improve your health, and heal from the negative experiences and beliefs that hold you back.
I own a dynamic group practice in Chattanooga called Ascend Coaching and Therapy. We work with clients in-person at our office in downtown Chattanooga, virtually via phone or video, and outside in the beautiful forests of TN via ecotherapy sessions. I offer Life Coaching, Clinical Hypnotherapy and Integrative Psychotherapy to help you make and keep personal and professional changes, fulfill your potential, improve your health, and heal from the negative experiences and beliefs that hold you back.
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Holli Richey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RH
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37408 (Online Only)
We are wired to Flourish. And yet, we're not flourishing. Something other than Self Agency is driving. The Inner Critic, the chauffeur of Shame, is driving. When we're bound by toxic shame, we feel like we're stuck, living outside of our core self. There is a way to undo the conditioning of shame and aloneness. I love being a guide for people on THEIR path out of stuckness, disconnection and overwhelm to an experience of wholeness, interconnection and liberation.
We are wired to Flourish. And yet, we're not flourishing. Something other than Self Agency is driving. The Inner Critic, the chauffeur of Shame, is driving. When we're bound by toxic shame, we feel like we're stuck, living outside of our core self. There is a way to undo the conditioning of shame and aloneness. I love being a guide for people on THEIR path out of stuckness, disconnection and overwhelm to an experience of wholeness, interconnection and liberation.
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Lindsay-Jean (Lj) Brehm
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37421
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Are you wondering if therapy is right for you? If you are eager to understand yourself better, work on having more fulfilling and mutually beneficial relationships, heal from broken relationships, embrace major changes in your life, and feel more powerful in your own life, then working with me may facilitate the change that you desire. I work from a Psychodynamic perspective and am heavily influenced by Humanistic theories and techniques. I view clients holistically. I strive to support clients by meeting them where they are, joining with them, and creating a safe environment in which they are able to move toward wellness.
Are you wondering if therapy is right for you? If you are eager to understand yourself better, work on having more fulfilling and mutually beneficial relationships, heal from broken relationships, embrace major changes in your life, and feel more powerful in your own life, then working with me may facilitate the change that you desire. I work from a Psychodynamic perspective and am heavily influenced by Humanistic theories and techniques. I view clients holistically. I strive to support clients by meeting them where they are, joining with them, and creating a safe environment in which they are able to move toward wellness.
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I am a neuro-inclusive/neurodiversity-affirming pre-licensed counselor that enjoys working with autistic folks. I have experience providing support for a wide range of ages and autistic experiences- from those who are newly diagnosed and navigating that process to those who are struggling with the impacts of having to mask in order to survive a world not built for them.
I am a neuro-inclusive/neurodiversity-affirming pre-licensed counselor that enjoys working with autistic folks. I have experience providing support for a wide range of ages and autistic experiences- from those who are newly diagnosed and navigating that process to those who are struggling with the impacts of having to mask in order to survive a world not built for them.
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Welcome! I'm Victoria. As a dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges, I specialize in working with trauma, ADHD, anxiety, life transitions, family dynamics, and the unique experiences of college students. My approach is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental, rooted in evidence-based practices tailored to your specific needs and goals. Whether you're seeking short-term support or long-term therapy, I'm committed to helping you cultivate a life that feels fulfilling and authentic.
Welcome! I'm Victoria. As a dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges, I specialize in working with trauma, ADHD, anxiety, life transitions, family dynamics, and the unique experiences of college students. My approach is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental, rooted in evidence-based practices tailored to your specific needs and goals. Whether you're seeking short-term support or long-term therapy, I'm committed to helping you cultivate a life that feels fulfilling and authentic.
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Dawn Smith Gibbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37421 (Online Only)
In a world that continues to turn with or without us, we often wonder where we can get off in order to regroup. When we are expected to fulfill all of the everyday roles that we have taken on, we tend to lose touch with ourselves. My purpose is to provide an open, restorative and non-judgmental healing space for you. I am pleased to work with individuals who want help with anxiety, depression, trauma and grief. As well as providing support during life transitions, unexpected changes and personal growth.
In a world that continues to turn with or without us, we often wonder where we can get off in order to regroup. When we are expected to fulfill all of the everyday roles that we have taken on, we tend to lose touch with ourselves. My purpose is to provide an open, restorative and non-judgmental healing space for you. I am pleased to work with individuals who want help with anxiety, depression, trauma and grief. As well as providing support during life transitions, unexpected changes and personal growth.
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Anna Glass Clower
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37405
"Well, this isn’t working! What do I do now?" If you are wondering this, I welcome whatever you have to discuss. I love to see a client walk into the room, bursting with the issues carried on the heart, and experience the relief that comes from finally sharing these burdens out loud in a safe space. I see mostly women and female adolescents, plus a few men who want to dig deep. I work best with people who are ready to explore, looking for change, but aren't sure of how to get there.
"Well, this isn’t working! What do I do now?" If you are wondering this, I welcome whatever you have to discuss. I love to see a client walk into the room, bursting with the issues carried on the heart, and experience the relief that comes from finally sharing these burdens out loud in a safe space. I see mostly women and female adolescents, plus a few men who want to dig deep. I work best with people who are ready to explore, looking for change, but aren't sure of how to get there.
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I love working with a wide variety of clients, but I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, and/or survivors of domestic violence. My education combined with personal and professional experience has opened the door for me to work with clients who may be trying to leave an abusive relationship or who are trying to discern if they are are in an abusive/unhealthy relationship. That said, these are not the only issues I help clients with. If you have questions about how I work or the types of clients I see, feel free to send me an email. I’m happy to chat with you.
I love working with a wide variety of clients, but I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, and/or survivors of domestic violence. My education combined with personal and professional experience has opened the door for me to work with clients who may be trying to leave an abusive relationship or who are trying to discern if they are are in an abusive/unhealthy relationship. That said, these are not the only issues I help clients with. If you have questions about how I work or the types of clients I see, feel free to send me an email. I’m happy to chat with you.
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Kristen McGeehon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37411
As humans, we innately desire to be connected to and understood by others. For some, connection feels terrifying, confusing, and unsafe. I can help you build and foster a life with fulfilling relationships, with others & with yourself. My goal is to help you access bravery & empowerment so that your whole, authentic self drives your actions instead of fear. Stop obsessing, people pleasing, & stewing in resentment. Heal the root of feeling misunderstood, unloveable, and out of place. Learn to engage in honest conversations rather than only speaking your truth when you're alone. Create powerful community and deep meaning in your life.
As humans, we innately desire to be connected to and understood by others. For some, connection feels terrifying, confusing, and unsafe. I can help you build and foster a life with fulfilling relationships, with others & with yourself. My goal is to help you access bravery & empowerment so that your whole, authentic self drives your actions instead of fear. Stop obsessing, people pleasing, & stewing in resentment. Heal the root of feeling misunderstood, unloveable, and out of place. Learn to engage in honest conversations rather than only speaking your truth when you're alone. Create powerful community and deep meaning in your life.
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Whoever said “Time heals all wounds” clearly never experienced trauma. When you face something so painful that it feels like it leaves a permanent mark on you, time doesn’t just make that go away. The good news is, healing is possible. You don’t have to suffer like this forever. As a mental health therapist, I work with people who have experienced deep hurt from other people. Maybe it was a parent who never seemed to have time for you. A spouse who belittled you. That family member who violated you. Or the friend who abandoned you.
Whoever said “Time heals all wounds” clearly never experienced trauma. When you face something so painful that it feels like it leaves a permanent mark on you, time doesn’t just make that go away. The good news is, healing is possible. You don’t have to suffer like this forever. As a mental health therapist, I work with people who have experienced deep hurt from other people. Maybe it was a parent who never seemed to have time for you. A spouse who belittled you. That family member who violated you. Or the friend who abandoned you.
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As a therapist, I will work with you to help strengthen the relationship with yourself while learning how to live a more meaningful life. Working with me, you will learn techniques and practices that help you to increase self-awareness and embrace the life you are wanting. Together, we will explore what is holding you back as you integrate tools that will support you in regulating your nervous system and processing emotions.
As a therapist, I will work with you to help strengthen the relationship with yourself while learning how to live a more meaningful life. Working with me, you will learn techniques and practices that help you to increase self-awareness and embrace the life you are wanting. Together, we will explore what is holding you back as you integrate tools that will support you in regulating your nervous system and processing emotions.
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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.
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.
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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.)
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.)
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Counseling is an experience where you get to safely experiment by honestly examining areas of your life that cause a disturbance. Together we work through thoughts, challenging emotions, encouragement, resources, insights, goal planning, problem-solving, and relationships. I learn from those who paved the way before me, my experiences, my research colleagues, and most importantly - from my clients. We look at your story to understand.
Counseling is an experience where you get to safely experiment by honestly examining areas of your life that cause a disturbance. Together we work through thoughts, challenging emotions, encouragement, resources, insights, goal planning, problem-solving, and relationships. I learn from those who paved the way before me, my experiences, my research colleagues, and most importantly - from my clients. We look at your story to understand.
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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.
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.
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Jacob Franklin
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFT-I, MS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37402
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, my passion is working with those who are struggling with relational issues, trauma, depression, or coping with life transitions such as the loss of a loved one. My goal is to assist you in developing skills that will help you to navigate life's challenges, and that help to build and maintain healthy lasting relationships. Often, our struggles make us feel like there is nothing we can do to change ourselves or our situations. I am here to say that it is okay to feel this way, and even more so, it is okay to ask for help.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, my passion is working with those who are struggling with relational issues, trauma, depression, or coping with life transitions such as the loss of a loved one. My goal is to assist you in developing skills that will help you to navigate life's challenges, and that help to build and maintain healthy lasting relationships. Often, our struggles make us feel like there is nothing we can do to change ourselves or our situations. I am here to say that it is okay to feel this way, and even more so, it is okay to ask for help.
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As a therapist with a deep passion for working with pre-teens and teens, I understand that the journey through adolescence can be both exciting and challenging. During these formative years, many young people face significant struggles, including behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, and family dynamics that can feel overwhelming. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where young clients can explore their thoughts and feelings, develop healthy coping strategies, and build resilience.
As a therapist with a deep passion for working with pre-teens and teens, I understand that the journey through adolescence can be both exciting and challenging. During these formative years, many young people face significant struggles, including behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, and family dynamics that can feel overwhelming. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where young clients can explore their thoughts and feelings, develop healthy coping strategies, and build resilience.
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Emu Aragon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCMHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37403 (Online Only)
Clients I see are typically wrestling with experiences that have impacted the way they view themselves, relationships, and the world around them. These experiences often leave us feeling wounded, unable to reconnect with ourselves or others. If this resonates with you, we might be a good fit for each other. As a wounded healer myself I seek to support you on your road to healing in a way that honors your unique set of values, beliefs, and cultural identity. I strive to take the time to get to know you, helping you to feel seen, heard, and understood. Who you want to be is possible. Your story, as it is, doesn't have to define you.
Clients I see are typically wrestling with experiences that have impacted the way they view themselves, relationships, and the world around them. These experiences often leave us feeling wounded, unable to reconnect with ourselves or others. If this resonates with you, we might be a good fit for each other. As a wounded healer myself I seek to support you on your road to healing in a way that honors your unique set of values, beliefs, and cultural identity. I strive to take the time to get to know you, helping you to feel seen, heard, and understood. Who you want to be is possible. Your story, as it is, doesn't have to define you.
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