EMDR Therapists in Columbia, TN
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Diana Casella Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401
We can get our heads and our hearts on the same page! I offer several different evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness & Emotional Regulation Techniques and Parts Work in order to help you feel capable of moving forward to make positive changes with less fear, doubt and self-recrimination.
Are there things in your past that you just can’t seem to get over? Sometimes when bad things happen to us it causes us to believe things about ourselves that are just not true. Intellectually we may know that we are safe now, and that we are lovable and capable human beings. However, when we’ve experienced trauma, it may still feel like deep down we are not safe, that we are not good enough, that we are not capable of moving past these events so that we can become the best version of ourselves.
We can get our heads and our hearts on the same page! I offer several different evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness & Emotional Regulation Techniques and Parts Work in order to help you feel capable of moving forward to make positive changes with less fear, doubt and self-recrimination.
Are there things in your past that you just can’t seem to get over? Sometimes when bad things happen to us it causes us to believe things about ourselves that are just not true. Intellectually we may know that we are safe now, and that we are lovable and capable human beings. However, when we’ve experienced trauma, it may still feel like deep down we are not safe, that we are not good enough, that we are not capable of moving past these events so that we can become the best version of ourselves.
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I work with children age 7 and adolescents, teens, young adults, Individuals and Couples, Family and Seniors, I am trained in Trauma, PTSD, EMDR, Sexual Abuse, Neglect, , Substance Addictions, Young Adults Relational Issues, Cultural Issues, Sexual Orientation, Grief and Dying, , Divorce & Co-Parenting,Family Conflicts, School, Career and Job Changes.
Being a good listener by engaging with you is paramount to what I see as working with current issues client's face. Understanding that clients search for solutions to their problems, knowing and learning how to help themselves become stronger, whether a survivor of trauma, infidelity, substance abuse or neglect, or anger you may hit a breaking point. Please know that together we can take you to the next level, to what works best for setting goals and interventions best done where change can happen. Don't put off today where you want to be tomorrow-change can make a difference.
I work with children age 7 and adolescents, teens, young adults, Individuals and Couples, Family and Seniors, I am trained in Trauma, PTSD, EMDR, Sexual Abuse, Neglect, , Substance Addictions, Young Adults Relational Issues, Cultural Issues, Sexual Orientation, Grief and Dying, , Divorce & Co-Parenting,Family Conflicts, School, Career and Job Changes.
Being a good listener by engaging with you is paramount to what I see as working with current issues client's face. Understanding that clients search for solutions to their problems, knowing and learning how to help themselves become stronger, whether a survivor of trauma, infidelity, substance abuse or neglect, or anger you may hit a breaking point. Please know that together we can take you to the next level, to what works best for setting goals and interventions best done where change can happen. Don't put off today where you want to be tomorrow-change can make a difference.
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My passion is helping individuals heal from complex trauma, using EMDR.
My name is Katie Ledbetter. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working as a psychotherapist since 2011. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of TN Knoxville and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University. My passion is helping individuals heal from complex trauma, using EMDR. I offer EMDR individual sessions, 50 or 90 minutes or EMDR intensives from 1 to 3 days for individuals that are highly motivated, and want to start their healing journey right away. I have extensive experience working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and childhood abuse.
My passion is helping individuals heal from complex trauma, using EMDR.
My name is Katie Ledbetter. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working as a psychotherapist since 2011. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of TN Knoxville and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University. My passion is helping individuals heal from complex trauma, using EMDR. I offer EMDR individual sessions, 50 or 90 minutes or EMDR intensives from 1 to 3 days for individuals that are highly motivated, and want to start their healing journey right away. I have extensive experience working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and childhood abuse.
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My specialty is working with the adult population providing EMDR in 50-minute sessions or 1-3 day intensives.
It is my pleasure to offer therapeutic counseling in a comfortable, supportive environment where untapped resources abound and individuals experience renewed hope and confidence in self. If you or a loved one is currently experiencing a difficult season in life and feel prompted to explore therapeutic options, please feel free to email with any questions or concerns you may have.
My specialty is working with the adult population providing EMDR in 50-minute sessions or 1-3 day intensives.
It is my pleasure to offer therapeutic counseling in a comfortable, supportive environment where untapped resources abound and individuals experience renewed hope and confidence in self. If you or a loved one is currently experiencing a difficult season in life and feel prompted to explore therapeutic options, please feel free to email with any questions or concerns you may have.
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I have completed specialized training in EMDR (Levels I and II) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Do you feel like you've gotten lost on your journey towards a fulfilling, meaningful life? It takes courage to seek help, and I am grateful that you have taken the first step towards a better life. I believe that every moment filled with doubt, anxiety or pressure can be used as a catalyst for a fresh start. Your road to optimal mental health begins the minute you commit to change, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.
I have completed specialized training in EMDR (Levels I and II) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Do you feel like you've gotten lost on your journey towards a fulfilling, meaningful life? It takes courage to seek help, and I am grateful that you have taken the first step towards a better life. I believe that every moment filled with doubt, anxiety or pressure can be used as a catalyst for a fresh start. Your road to optimal mental health begins the minute you commit to change, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.
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My name is Sandra Holt and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in McMinnville, Tennessee, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
My name is Sandra Holt and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in McMinnville, Tennessee, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
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I incorporate a combination of treatment modalities including EMDR, Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Psychodrama, Somatic Therapy, and Experiential Therapy.
My name is Tori Rogers. I am passionate about helping people move through pain, find empowerment, regulate their nervous systems, and connect to themselves in a more meaningful way. I believe, at times, we all feel like strangers to ourselves. I believe we are already whole and can feel shattered at the same time. I believe that the antidote to shame is self love. I believe that there is no better vehicle to connection to oneself than the natural world. I believe in chasing dreams. I believe that tapping into one’s intuition is the key to empowerment. I believe in holistic healing (which occurs mostly OUTSIDE of the therapy office).
I incorporate a combination of treatment modalities including EMDR, Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Psychodrama, Somatic Therapy, and Experiential Therapy.
My name is Tori Rogers. I am passionate about helping people move through pain, find empowerment, regulate their nervous systems, and connect to themselves in a more meaningful way. I believe, at times, we all feel like strangers to ourselves. I believe we are already whole and can feel shattered at the same time. I believe that the antidote to shame is self love. I believe that there is no better vehicle to connection to oneself than the natural world. I believe in chasing dreams. I believe that tapping into one’s intuition is the key to empowerment. I believe in holistic healing (which occurs mostly OUTSIDE of the therapy office).
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Ginger Poag
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CEMDR, SEP
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401
I am a certified EMDR therapist, consultant and trainer, that provides fast healing by harnessing the power of your brain with EMDR.
Tired of years of therapy and no true, lasting healing? I work with individuals that have tried many forms of therapy, but still feel the deep pain of feeling alone, stuck, in a toxic relationship again, frequently being triggered, and haunted by their past. I specialize in working with adults who experienced childhood sexual abuse, narcissistic abuse, and trauma. Childhood trauma doesn't have to continue to have its grip on you, and take away your happiness! True healing is possible with EMDR. Over the 30 years that I have been in this field, I have seen hundreds of clients get their life, joy and happiness back.
I am a certified EMDR therapist, consultant and trainer, that provides fast healing by harnessing the power of your brain with EMDR.
Tired of years of therapy and no true, lasting healing? I work with individuals that have tried many forms of therapy, but still feel the deep pain of feeling alone, stuck, in a toxic relationship again, frequently being triggered, and haunted by their past. I specialize in working with adults who experienced childhood sexual abuse, narcissistic abuse, and trauma. Childhood trauma doesn't have to continue to have its grip on you, and take away your happiness! True healing is possible with EMDR. Over the 30 years that I have been in this field, I have seen hundreds of clients get their life, joy and happiness back.
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Kesha Smotherman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401
I am licensed in the state of Tennessee and Alabama and currently accepting new clients. I have two office spaces available for in person meetings and the ability to meet virtually. I work well with children, teens, and adults. I have extensive history and training to work with individuals who have sexual behavioral problems, trauma histories, depression, anxiety, adhd, anger, addiction and relationship issues. I am trained to treat using EMDR, CBT, DBT, MRT, and TF-CBT. I believe that everyone has the capacity and ability to change and I look forward to speaking with you about how I may be able to assist you and your loved ones.
I am licensed in the state of Tennessee and Alabama and currently accepting new clients. I have two office spaces available for in person meetings and the ability to meet virtually. I work well with children, teens, and adults. I have extensive history and training to work with individuals who have sexual behavioral problems, trauma histories, depression, anxiety, adhd, anger, addiction and relationship issues. I am trained to treat using EMDR, CBT, DBT, MRT, and TF-CBT. I believe that everyone has the capacity and ability to change and I look forward to speaking with you about how I may be able to assist you and your loved ones.
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Jana L Chatham
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401 (Online Only)
Do you need wisdom, inspiration, and a strategy that can move you from feeling "stuck" to "empowered"? I specialize in trauma, marriage and parenting issues, sexual betrayal, depression and overcoming grief. Guided by the power of the Holy Spirit, and using my skills in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and EMDR, we will work together to move you towards holistic healing.
Do you need wisdom, inspiration, and a strategy that can move you from feeling "stuck" to "empowered"? I specialize in trauma, marriage and parenting issues, sexual betrayal, depression and overcoming grief. Guided by the power of the Holy Spirit, and using my skills in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and EMDR, we will work together to move you towards holistic healing.
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I have been trained in both EMDR and brainspotting.
Are the things that once made you happy no longer making you happy? Have you been through a traumatic experience that left you feeling scared, lonely, or even doubting who you are? Maybe you’ve been through a series of little things that you believe shouldn’t be bothering you, but they are. Have you found yourself on Google trying to figure yourself out only to find article after article about “childhood trauma”? I feel you. You are not alone. Together, I believe we can reduce your suffering, find direction, and feel happiness once again. My office is a safe and affirming space for all LGBTQ+ people.
I have been trained in both EMDR and brainspotting.
Are the things that once made you happy no longer making you happy? Have you been through a traumatic experience that left you feeling scared, lonely, or even doubting who you are? Maybe you’ve been through a series of little things that you believe shouldn’t be bothering you, but they are. Have you found yourself on Google trying to figure yourself out only to find article after article about “childhood trauma”? I feel you. You are not alone. Together, I believe we can reduce your suffering, find direction, and feel happiness once again. My office is a safe and affirming space for all LGBTQ+ people.
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Shelby Buffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401 (Online Only)
In my practice, I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, EMDR, and therapeutic yoga skills.
Hey there, I'm Shelby. I know the decision to start therapy isn't always the easy one but I hope to provide a space for you to grow. In my practice, I focus on helping individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, burn out, relationship dynamic issues, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. I focus on providing an environment that feels collaborative, welcoming, and supportive while I help individuals learn and grow.
In my practice, I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, EMDR, and therapeutic yoga skills.
Hey there, I'm Shelby. I know the decision to start therapy isn't always the easy one but I hope to provide a space for you to grow. In my practice, I focus on helping individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, burn out, relationship dynamic issues, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. I focus on providing an environment that feels collaborative, welcoming, and supportive while I help individuals learn and grow.
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Evelyn Howard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401 (Online Only)
I am also a certified EMDR therapist.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Drug Addictions Counselor in the State of Tennessee with over 14 years of experience.
I am also a certified EMDR therapist.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Drug Addictions Counselor in the State of Tennessee with over 14 years of experience.
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Michelle Dubey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW, CCTS-I
Verified Verified
Columbia, TN 38401
I am a seasoned licensed clinical social worker with Apex Recovery, deeply committed to supporting individuals facing trauma and substance use disorders through a holistic lens that incorporates fitness and wellness practices. In my practice, I believe in addressing mental health challenges from a comprehensive perspective, recognizing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. That's why alongside traditional therapeutic approaches, I place a strong emphasis on integrating holistic and fitness-based interventions into our work together.
I am a seasoned licensed clinical social worker with Apex Recovery, deeply committed to supporting individuals facing trauma and substance use disorders through a holistic lens that incorporates fitness and wellness practices. In my practice, I believe in addressing mental health challenges from a comprehensive perspective, recognizing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. That's why alongside traditional therapeutic approaches, I place a strong emphasis on integrating holistic and fitness-based interventions into our work together.
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Adam Luke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401 (Online Only)
One of the scariest parts of therapy is the unknown. Our fear of therapy focuses on what we will have to say, the things we will have to feel but rarely when we think of therapy do we focus on the things we may find within ourselves. Like the courage to speak power to our own voice. The reality that we are not the sum of the worst things that have happened to us. Hell, maybe that we have always been valuable and we never deserved the way we were treated, the hurt we were given or the hurt that is still present within us. It is through our therapeutic process that we are able to organize your thoughts and prioritize your voice.
One of the scariest parts of therapy is the unknown. Our fear of therapy focuses on what we will have to say, the things we will have to feel but rarely when we think of therapy do we focus on the things we may find within ourselves. Like the courage to speak power to our own voice. The reality that we are not the sum of the worst things that have happened to us. Hell, maybe that we have always been valuable and we never deserved the way we were treated, the hurt we were given or the hurt that is still present within us. It is through our therapeutic process that we are able to organize your thoughts and prioritize your voice.
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My name is Christy Tunnell, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist. My approach to therapy is one of open and honest communication between myself and my clients. I like to be direct but at the same time gentle. I also utilize humor in my approach when it is needed. My focus has always been helping whomever I am working with become the best versions of themselves.
My name is Christy Tunnell, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist. My approach to therapy is one of open and honest communication between myself and my clients. I like to be direct but at the same time gentle. I also utilize humor in my approach when it is needed. My focus has always been helping whomever I am working with become the best versions of themselves.
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You may be struggling with a life transition, anxiety, depression, fears, or a trauma history that keeps resurfacing. You deserve a break. You deserve to be free and "un-stuck". It's time for you to take some time for yourself, make some changes, move forward, and live up to your potential. I am interested in your goals, where you are now, and how to help you get where you'd like to go.
You may be struggling with a life transition, anxiety, depression, fears, or a trauma history that keeps resurfacing. You deserve a break. You deserve to be free and "un-stuck". It's time for you to take some time for yourself, make some changes, move forward, and live up to your potential. I am interested in your goals, where you are now, and how to help you get where you'd like to go.
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Do you feel haunted by things in your past that keep interfering with you here in the present? Are there issues that you have emotional reactions to that don't make sense? Bad relationships and traumatic events are difficult to process and resolve. They can linger and affect your abilities in many ways. Depression, anxiety, low self esteem, poor relationships, poor communication, and other coping problems can be a result.
Do you feel haunted by things in your past that keep interfering with you here in the present? Are there issues that you have emotional reactions to that don't make sense? Bad relationships and traumatic events are difficult to process and resolve. They can linger and affect your abilities in many ways. Depression, anxiety, low self esteem, poor relationships, poor communication, and other coping problems can be a result.
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Dr. Stacy Jagger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT-S, DMin
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401
Dr. Stacy Jagger is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S), and an AAMFT Approved Supervisor with her Doctorate in Ministry. But she’s not just a book-trained therapist, as her story attests. She is a speaker, author, transformational coach, mentor, visionary. She’s the founder of Music City Family Therapy and the inventor of the Mountain Method, her proprietary treatment protocol for working with the whole family when the primary concern is their children’s well-being. Stacy also regularly appears on Nashville’s WSMV and WKRN television stations.
Dr. Stacy Jagger is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S), and an AAMFT Approved Supervisor with her Doctorate in Ministry. But she’s not just a book-trained therapist, as her story attests. She is a speaker, author, transformational coach, mentor, visionary. She’s the founder of Music City Family Therapy and the inventor of the Mountain Method, her proprietary treatment protocol for working with the whole family when the primary concern is their children’s well-being. Stacy also regularly appears on Nashville’s WSMV and WKRN television stations.
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Sometimes beginning the process of therapy can be a little scary. The gifts that can be discovered through the challenge may inspire, transform, generate, and insight a new outlook on one's future. I have great compassion for those that want to make changes in their life. Family, child (play therapy), teens and individul, along with groups are all a part of my practice. Helping to discover your ultimate truth and having healthy, intimate, communicative, and nurturing relationships can bring freedom to your world and that is the goal.
Sometimes beginning the process of therapy can be a little scary. The gifts that can be discovered through the challenge may inspire, transform, generate, and insight a new outlook on one's future. I have great compassion for those that want to make changes in their life. Family, child (play therapy), teens and individul, along with groups are all a part of my practice. Helping to discover your ultimate truth and having healthy, intimate, communicative, and nurturing relationships can bring freedom to your world and that is the goal.
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EMDR Therapists
Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.
Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.
What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.