Psychoanalytic Therapists in Columbia, TN
The Wellness Collaborative, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401
I honed my helping skills providing over a decade of individual, couple, and family counseling and working several years in the crisis intervention and crisis stabilization field in the states of California and Virginia. My experience and knowledge equips me to share with others as a marriage and family therapist, minister, coach, consultant and author, and allows me to facilitate positive change in peoples' lives. As a helper of people, I understand that we, human beings, express our greatest potential when we discover and remove the obstacles that hinder our capabilities.
I honed my helping skills providing over a decade of individual, couple, and family counseling and working several years in the crisis intervention and crisis stabilization field in the states of California and Virginia. My experience and knowledge equips me to share with others as a marriage and family therapist, minister, coach, consultant and author, and allows me to facilitate positive change in peoples' lives. As a helper of people, I understand that we, human beings, express our greatest potential when we discover and remove the obstacles that hinder our capabilities.
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.
I am the founder, owner and supervising therapist of Saving Grace Counseling in Franklin, TN. I have a license in TN in Professional Counseling, as well as a retired license California as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. My graduate education was rooted in a family systems approach with a later focus on Christian Counseling. I have experience working with children ages 2 - 18, as well as adults of all ages, in a wide range of settings. As such, I am well prepared to work with the entire family system.
I am the founder, owner and supervising therapist of Saving Grace Counseling in Franklin, TN. I have a license in TN in Professional Counseling, as well as a retired license California as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. My graduate education was rooted in a family systems approach with a later focus on Christian Counseling. I have experience working with children ages 2 - 18, as well as adults of all ages, in a wide range of settings. As such, I am well prepared to work with the entire family system.
Meredith J Sachs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, TN 38401 (Online Only)
Immediate Availability! I am a licensed therapist with many years of experience in both acute inpatient and traditional outpatient settings. I graduated from Lipscomb University with my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2014. My mission in my career is to walk alongside you on your journey towards healing and growth. I seek to form collaborative and trusting relationships with my clients, and I believe that every single person makes sense in light of their own story. Your story is unique, and you are brave for owning your truth!
Immediate Availability! I am a licensed therapist with many years of experience in both acute inpatient and traditional outpatient settings. I graduated from Lipscomb University with my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2014. My mission in my career is to walk alongside you on your journey towards healing and growth. I seek to form collaborative and trusting relationships with my clients, and I believe that every single person makes sense in light of their own story. Your story is unique, and you are brave for owning your truth!
As a PhD in Depth Psychology, my passion is helping women reconnect with their authentic selves through a holistic approach to healing. My work focuses on guiding women through life’s transitions, from rebuilding confidence and establishing healthy boundaries to deepening their connection with body and soul. I specialize in blending traditional depth psychology with somatic practices, equine sessions, and mindfulness to support emotional well-being and transformation. In my practice, I offer individual coaching and group programs, both virtually and in-person, at my serene farm in Culleoka, TN.
As a PhD in Depth Psychology, my passion is helping women reconnect with their authentic selves through a holistic approach to healing. My work focuses on guiding women through life’s transitions, from rebuilding confidence and establishing healthy boundaries to deepening their connection with body and soul. I specialize in blending traditional depth psychology with somatic practices, equine sessions, and mindfulness to support emotional well-being and transformation. In my practice, I offer individual coaching and group programs, both virtually and in-person, at my serene farm in Culleoka, TN.
Online Therapists
Heather Norton
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37201 (Online Only)
I specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD. This approach to ERP focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD. I also believe in the importance of treating the emotional dynamics that underlie OCD symptoms. I therefore integrate psychoanalytic treatment within and alongside ERP, to foster deeper and more lasting change than ERP alone can offer.
I specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD. This approach to ERP focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD. I also believe in the importance of treating the emotional dynamics that underlie OCD symptoms. I therefore integrate psychoanalytic treatment within and alongside ERP, to foster deeper and more lasting change than ERP alone can offer.
I specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD. This approach to ERP focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD. I also believe in the importance of treating the emotional dynamics that underlie OCD symptoms. I therefore integrate psychoanalytic treatment within and alongside ERP, to foster deeper and more lasting change than ERP alone can offer.
I specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD. This approach to ERP focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD. I also believe in the importance of treating the emotional dynamics that underlie OCD symptoms. I therefore integrate psychoanalytic treatment within and alongside ERP, to foster deeper and more lasting change than ERP alone can offer.
Louis Psychoanalytic Institute in psychoanalysis.
Choosing a psychotherapist is a very important decision. Talking to someone new about yourself can be intimidating. I provide a setting that is comfortable, safe, and completely confidential. I ask what brings you to see me and what kind of help you feel you need. Sometimes it can be helpful to interview other professionals. Finding a good match is essential and my interest is always in what is best for the client. I do my best to make treatment recommendations and provide services most likely to help you.
Louis Psychoanalytic Institute in psychoanalysis.
Choosing a psychotherapist is a very important decision. Talking to someone new about yourself can be intimidating. I provide a setting that is comfortable, safe, and completely confidential. I ask what brings you to see me and what kind of help you feel you need. Sometimes it can be helpful to interview other professionals. Finding a good match is essential and my interest is always in what is best for the client. I do my best to make treatment recommendations and provide services most likely to help you.
Heather Norton
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (Online Only)
I specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD. This approach to ERP focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD. I also believe in the importance of treating the emotional dynamics that underlie OCD symptoms. I therefore integrate psychoanalytic treatment within and alongside ERP, to foster deeper and more lasting change than ERP alone can offer.
I specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD. This approach to ERP focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD. I also believe in the importance of treating the emotional dynamics that underlie OCD symptoms. I therefore integrate psychoanalytic treatment within and alongside ERP, to foster deeper and more lasting change than ERP alone can offer.
I am trained in depth psychology including psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, and Jungian perspectives.
Life experiences can disrupt our connection to self—to psyche—resulting in loss of our internal resources. As a result, we can feel overwhelmed and disoriented when faced with challenges. Therapy can help provide a supportive relationship where these experiences can be explored—recovery of lost or devastated parts of the self can begin. Some of the areas I support clients with include religious trauma and deconstruction, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship and family issues, mind-body connection, complex trauma, and creativity,
I am trained in depth psychology including psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, and Jungian perspectives.
Life experiences can disrupt our connection to self—to psyche—resulting in loss of our internal resources. As a result, we can feel overwhelmed and disoriented when faced with challenges. Therapy can help provide a supportive relationship where these experiences can be explored—recovery of lost or devastated parts of the self can begin. Some of the areas I support clients with include religious trauma and deconstruction, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship and family issues, mind-body connection, complex trauma, and creativity,
I specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD. This approach to ERP focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD. I also believe in the importance of treating the emotional dynamics that underlie OCD symptoms. I therefore integrate psychoanalytic treatment within and alongside ERP, to foster deeper and more lasting change than ERP alone can offer.
I specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD. This approach to ERP focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD. I also believe in the importance of treating the emotional dynamics that underlie OCD symptoms. I therefore integrate psychoanalytic treatment within and alongside ERP, to foster deeper and more lasting change than ERP alone can offer.
Marion Malone
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Antioch, TN 37013 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Marion C. Malone LPC-MHSP I am a licensed therapist. I approach my therapeutic process with my client's best interest as the priority. I focus on my client's total wellbeing and empowerment. My client focus is for the client to develop and manage healthier skills for processing the experiences in their lives. I communicate best when I can directly express my thoughts and when my client is safe to share their thoughts, feelings and experiences with me.
Hello, my name is Marion C. Malone LPC-MHSP I am a licensed therapist. I approach my therapeutic process with my client's best interest as the priority. I focus on my client's total wellbeing and empowerment. My client focus is for the client to develop and manage healthier skills for processing the experiences in their lives. I communicate best when I can directly express my thoughts and when my client is safe to share their thoughts, feelings and experiences with me.
Jeffrey L Binder
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37221 (Online Only)
With over 45 years in clinical practice, treating a wide variety of issues, I appreciate that each person has a unique personal story. I believe that remaining current with relevant scientific findings enhances my clinical work. I also believe that training young therapists at four universities has sharpened my thinking about how to understand each individual, as well as improving my skills in conducting therapy. Over a decade of doing psychotherapy research has deepened my understanding about how psychotherapy works. I tailor my therapeutic approach to your personal situation. We will work together to resolve your problems.
With over 45 years in clinical practice, treating a wide variety of issues, I appreciate that each person has a unique personal story. I believe that remaining current with relevant scientific findings enhances my clinical work. I also believe that training young therapists at four universities has sharpened my thinking about how to understand each individual, as well as improving my skills in conducting therapy. Over a decade of doing psychotherapy research has deepened my understanding about how psychotherapy works. I tailor my therapeutic approach to your personal situation. We will work together to resolve your problems.
Jerry Mayberry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
I provide therapy with individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, educational and other diversified backgrounds. With over 18 years’ experience in the mental health field, I provide support and practical feedback to help you effectively address the challenges you are facing in your life. With compassion and understanding, I work with you to help you build on your strengths and attain the personal growth you are committed to accomplishing. Much of my job is to ask you questions you may not have asked yourself, to help you think about yourself and your problems in a new way.
I provide therapy with individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, educational and other diversified backgrounds. With over 18 years’ experience in the mental health field, I provide support and practical feedback to help you effectively address the challenges you are facing in your life. With compassion and understanding, I work with you to help you build on your strengths and attain the personal growth you are committed to accomplishing. Much of my job is to ask you questions you may not have asked yourself, to help you think about yourself and your problems in a new way.
Dr. Nicole Bryant: As You Are Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
At work, you’re a rock star! You can handle anything that comes your way. Whenever there’s a problem, you’re the one who fixes it. It’s your show and you’re killing it. So why do you feel so unfulfilled? On paper, you’re successful – making your family proud. But inside, something is still missing. A longing emptiness sits deep in the pit of your stomach. You’ve always worked so hard to pursue goals “at any cost,” but you’ve begun to realize that the cost was your well-being. All of your relationships seem to be out of obligation. You never have any time to care for yourself. Unless something changes, things will only get worse...
At work, you’re a rock star! You can handle anything that comes your way. Whenever there’s a problem, you’re the one who fixes it. It’s your show and you’re killing it. So why do you feel so unfulfilled? On paper, you’re successful – making your family proud. But inside, something is still missing. A longing emptiness sits deep in the pit of your stomach. You’ve always worked so hard to pursue goals “at any cost,” but you’ve begun to realize that the cost was your well-being. All of your relationships seem to be out of obligation. You never have any time to care for yourself. Unless something changes, things will only get worse...
We are all on our own unique journey in life. At times, we come across obstacles that get in the way of living our ideal life. Together, we will not only work to identify your unique goals and values, but also work to overcome the barriers in your life so that you can return to living a life you find meaningful and fulfilling.
We are all on our own unique journey in life. At times, we come across obstacles that get in the way of living our ideal life. Together, we will not only work to identify your unique goals and values, but also work to overcome the barriers in your life so that you can return to living a life you find meaningful and fulfilling.
I help disgruntled couples, frustrated parents, overwhelmed teenagers, and anxious business owners. Human beings are social and require environments that make them feel valuable, understood, protected, and free to communicate all emotions. Take control of your happiness, replace anxiety with peace of mind, navigate relationship issues, improve your parenting toolbox, make tough decisions, and take control of the emotional rollercoaster. Your life is a journey not a destination, it helps to sit in the driver's seat.
I help disgruntled couples, frustrated parents, overwhelmed teenagers, and anxious business owners. Human beings are social and require environments that make them feel valuable, understood, protected, and free to communicate all emotions. Take control of your happiness, replace anxiety with peace of mind, navigate relationship issues, improve your parenting toolbox, make tough decisions, and take control of the emotional rollercoaster. Your life is a journey not a destination, it helps to sit in the driver's seat.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety or overthinking, intrusive thoughts or images that are distressing or confusing, or maybe just dealing with daily life, stresses, or relationships? You may be fed up with the control anxiety has over you, feeling overwhelmed in everyday situations, or guilt for having intrusive thoughts. You might not even remember a time when things didn’t feel like this. Either way, one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to take back control and enjoy your life. You’re ready to face your fears and break free of old patterns. Most of all, you’re ready to feel more at peace.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety or overthinking, intrusive thoughts or images that are distressing or confusing, or maybe just dealing with daily life, stresses, or relationships? You may be fed up with the control anxiety has over you, feeling overwhelmed in everyday situations, or guilt for having intrusive thoughts. You might not even remember a time when things didn’t feel like this. Either way, one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to take back control and enjoy your life. You’re ready to face your fears and break free of old patterns. Most of all, you’re ready to feel more at peace.
My approach is to actively engage, creating a supportive and collaborative environment that is equally empathic and challenging. By focusing on both past experiences and present circumstances, I seek to access the client's inner strengths in order to overcome difficult situations, make noticeable changes and break unhealthy patterns.
My approach is to actively engage, creating a supportive and collaborative environment that is equally empathic and challenging. By focusing on both past experiences and present circumstances, I seek to access the client's inner strengths in order to overcome difficult situations, make noticeable changes and break unhealthy patterns.
I have over 10 years of experience in the mental health field in a variety of settings (private practice, community mental health, university counseling center, state hospital, and in-home services). My services include individual, family, and couples/marital therapy. I primarily work with adults and couples. I believe that disturbances of thought, feeling, and behavior are caused by ‘obstacles’ to healthy brain functioning. My role as a therapist is to remove the obstacles that stand in the way of you having 100% of your intellect, wisdom, passion, humor, curiosity, energy, logic, creativity, and joyfulness available to you!
I have over 10 years of experience in the mental health field in a variety of settings (private practice, community mental health, university counseling center, state hospital, and in-home services). My services include individual, family, and couples/marital therapy. I primarily work with adults and couples. I believe that disturbances of thought, feeling, and behavior are caused by ‘obstacles’ to healthy brain functioning. My role as a therapist is to remove the obstacles that stand in the way of you having 100% of your intellect, wisdom, passion, humor, curiosity, energy, logic, creativity, and joyfulness available to you!
See more therapy options for Columbia
Nearby Psychoanalytic Therapists Searches for Columbia
See More Psychoanalytic TherapistsPsychoanalytic Therapists
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.