Depression Therapists in Dandridge, TN
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Hi! My name is Jennifer W. Catlett, and I have been a licensed clinical social worker for over 25 years. If you’re feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or experiencing relationship issues, I want you to know I’m here for you.
Hi! My name is Jennifer W. Catlett, and I have been a licensed clinical social worker for over 25 years. If you’re feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or experiencing relationship issues, I want you to know I’m here for you.
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I enjoy helping clients reduce Depression/Anxiety as well as work through Grief/Loss and Trauma.
Although we often come to therapy with a problem, we also come to be heard and understood, to feel like we matter, and to learn self-compassion. Do you feel overly nervous at times and held back from things you want to do or goals you would like to accomplish? Find yourself over-estimating the odds of something "wrong" possibly happening or assuming worst-case scenario outcomes? There are methods that can be learned to decrease intensity, frequency, and duration of anxiety episodes. I look forward to helping you develop calming skills and replace unhelpful thought patterns with less anxiety producing ones.
I enjoy helping clients reduce Depression/Anxiety as well as work through Grief/Loss and Trauma.
Although we often come to therapy with a problem, we also come to be heard and understood, to feel like we matter, and to learn self-compassion. Do you feel overly nervous at times and held back from things you want to do or goals you would like to accomplish? Find yourself over-estimating the odds of something "wrong" possibly happening or assuming worst-case scenario outcomes? There are methods that can be learned to decrease intensity, frequency, and duration of anxiety episodes. I look forward to helping you develop calming skills and replace unhelpful thought patterns with less anxiety producing ones.
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***ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS*** I welcome adults, teenagers, children, and couples. I have 21 years experience in the Mental Health field and always continue to learn how to best help a variety of populations. I have experience in and am able to treat people who have Anxiety, Depression, on the Autism Spectrum,Bi-polar, ADHD, OCD, Addictions, Phobias, ODD, Substance Abuse, Eating Disorders and low self-esteem.
***ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS*** I welcome adults, teenagers, children, and couples. I have 21 years experience in the Mental Health field and always continue to learn how to best help a variety of populations. I have experience in and am able to treat people who have Anxiety, Depression, on the Autism Spectrum,Bi-polar, ADHD, OCD, Addictions, Phobias, ODD, Substance Abuse, Eating Disorders and low self-esteem.
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Ricky Varney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dandridge, TN 37725
Waitlist for new clients
My experience includes couple's/marriage counseling, issues related to traumatic experiences, grief and loss, life changes, behavior issues, depression, anxiety, issues related to addiction and recovery from addiction, and more.
We all have things going on, and it can be hard to know the way forward for every situation we are faced with, especially if we feel alone. I believe that no matter who you are or where you are in life, a way forward often begins with stopping to reflect. Having someone present can help that happen.
My experience includes couple's/marriage counseling, issues related to traumatic experiences, grief and loss, life changes, behavior issues, depression, anxiety, issues related to addiction and recovery from addiction, and more.
We all have things going on, and it can be hard to know the way forward for every situation we are faced with, especially if we feel alone. I believe that no matter who you are or where you are in life, a way forward often begins with stopping to reflect. Having someone present can help that happen.
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Stacey Guthrie
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, MHSP, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Dandridge, TN 37725
For Adults: Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Life Changes, Motivation, and Sexuality.
My practice is for people who want to make a lifestyle change and will commit to personal healing and growth while facing life’s challenges. Life can be hard for Children, Adolescents, and Adults, and sometimes very difficult to handle. It helps having someone listen offering unconditional positive regard. Clients learn and practice communication and problem solving skills, conflict resolution, boundaries, and healthy life style choices. Counseling involves change and helps let go of self-defeating patterns. Goals may be set based upon the client’s needs. A variety of approaches may be used to best suit the individual.
For Adults: Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Life Changes, Motivation, and Sexuality.
My practice is for people who want to make a lifestyle change and will commit to personal healing and growth while facing life’s challenges. Life can be hard for Children, Adolescents, and Adults, and sometimes very difficult to handle. It helps having someone listen offering unconditional positive regard. Clients learn and practice communication and problem solving skills, conflict resolution, boundaries, and healthy life style choices. Counseling involves change and helps let go of self-defeating patterns. Goals may be set based upon the client’s needs. A variety of approaches may be used to best suit the individual.
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KCF Counseling LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dandridge, TN 37725
Waitlist for new clients
My training and experience assist couples and individuals in renewing their lives and help them move beyond anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and drug/alcohol struggles during our time together.
Greetings! My name is Kay C Free, and I am here to help you on your journey to wellness. Life on life's terms can be challenging at best. Experiencing life's hardships, whether current or past, grief, anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma or drug/alcohol struggles, can only add to those challenges. I believe, however, that everyone has the capacity to move beyond those challenges and experience strong, healthy lives and relationships! Taking the first step toward seeking help is often the hardest part of the journey but seeking in itself shows inner strength and the capacity for resilience.
My training and experience assist couples and individuals in renewing their lives and help them move beyond anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and drug/alcohol struggles during our time together.
Greetings! My name is Kay C Free, and I am here to help you on your journey to wellness. Life on life's terms can be challenging at best. Experiencing life's hardships, whether current or past, grief, anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma or drug/alcohol struggles, can only add to those challenges. I believe, however, that everyone has the capacity to move beyond those challenges and experience strong, healthy lives and relationships! Taking the first step toward seeking help is often the hardest part of the journey but seeking in itself shows inner strength and the capacity for resilience.
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Claudia Hirsemann Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dandridge, TN 37725
I have limited openings online or in person. I treat severe trauma, complex/developmental trauma, toxic relationship trauma, and misfit people, substance abuse, and am LGBTQIA+ affirming. I work with people 18 years and older. Whether you are dealing with a recent or life long issue your experiences have a great impact on your life. Often we are given mixed or untrue messages & labels that follow us throughout life. I want to help you differentiate who YOU really are from who you have been told you "should be." Together we can find your Authentic You. The fastest way to begin is to fill out this form: forms.gle/56kW2sB42UwQd6DAA
I have limited openings online or in person. I treat severe trauma, complex/developmental trauma, toxic relationship trauma, and misfit people, substance abuse, and am LGBTQIA+ affirming. I work with people 18 years and older. Whether you are dealing with a recent or life long issue your experiences have a great impact on your life. Often we are given mixed or untrue messages & labels that follow us throughout life. I want to help you differentiate who YOU really are from who you have been told you "should be." Together we can find your Authentic You. The fastest way to begin is to fill out this form: forms.gle/56kW2sB42UwQd6DAA
More Therapists Nearby
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Julie Daniel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Jefferson City, TN 37760 (Online Only)
I am Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Tennessee. My areas of focus include counseling for adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, trauma-related behaviors and symptoms, substance abuse disorders. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Insight Gaining and Communication, Couples Therapy, and the disease concept of addiction in my work.
I am Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Tennessee. My areas of focus include counseling for adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, trauma-related behaviors and symptoms, substance abuse disorders. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Insight Gaining and Communication, Couples Therapy, and the disease concept of addiction in my work.
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Shannon McBride
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jefferson City, TN 37760 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel a little anxious, depressed or restless without quite knowing why? Maybe you know your role as a mom, dad, student, professional, etc.
One of the things life has taught me is to not believe everything you think because our mind can really play tricks on us. There is hope even when you think there is none. There are solutions even when you cannot see them, because you have more power than you know.
Do you ever feel a little anxious, depressed or restless without quite knowing why? Maybe you know your role as a mom, dad, student, professional, etc.
One of the things life has taught me is to not believe everything you think because our mind can really play tricks on us. There is hope even when you think there is none. There are solutions even when you cannot see them, because you have more power than you know.
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Connie D O’Neal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson City, TN 37760
A client’s growth process starts with the desire for change and continues with a trusting therapeutic relationship. My desire is to provide that therapeutic relationship as well as counseling services to nurture emotional & mental well-being leading to healing and growth for pre-teens, teens, adults, seniors, and couples, with a wide range of issues. Setting goals, making a treatment plan, & working toward developing coping skills to reduce anxiety, depression &/or working on such problems as school issues, self-esteem, or grief/loss. Whatever the need, there is support available. Reach out today & we will start the healing journey
A client’s growth process starts with the desire for change and continues with a trusting therapeutic relationship. My desire is to provide that therapeutic relationship as well as counseling services to nurture emotional & mental well-being leading to healing and growth for pre-teens, teens, adults, seniors, and couples, with a wide range of issues. Setting goals, making a treatment plan, & working toward developing coping skills to reduce anxiety, depression &/or working on such problems as school issues, self-esteem, or grief/loss. Whatever the need, there is support available. Reach out today & we will start the healing journey
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Morgan Frazier Bowlin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson City, TN 37760
I look forward to working with clients who are hoping to learn more about how issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and patterns of thought impact their life.
I have experience working with infants/toddlers, children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and Child-Parent Psychotherapy. I offer a compassionate, encouraging, patient, and supportive nature when working with clients. I am able to sit with clients in their struggles and explore their goals of how they want life to be improved as we work through their issues together.
I look forward to working with clients who are hoping to learn more about how issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and patterns of thought impact their life.
I have experience working with infants/toddlers, children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and Child-Parent Psychotherapy. I offer a compassionate, encouraging, patient, and supportive nature when working with clients. I am able to sit with clients in their struggles and explore their goals of how they want life to be improved as we work through their issues together.
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Jean Ellen Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jefferson City, TN 37760 (Online Only)
I understand that making the decision to enter therapy is not always easy. Some therapists take on the role of identifying what is "wrong" with a client or how the client needs to be "fixed." I view my role as your therapist as helping you identify and utilize the healthy coping skills you already have to resolve issues. The answers are there, and I appreciate that you are more familiar with the issues than anyone else. I will work with you to reveal the path and help you get the obstacles out of the way, including the many ways we can be our own worst enemy.
I understand that making the decision to enter therapy is not always easy. Some therapists take on the role of identifying what is "wrong" with a client or how the client needs to be "fixed." I view my role as your therapist as helping you identify and utilize the healthy coping skills you already have to resolve issues. The answers are there, and I appreciate that you are more familiar with the issues than anyone else. I will work with you to reveal the path and help you get the obstacles out of the way, including the many ways we can be our own worst enemy.
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Alexis Castle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Jefferson City, TN 37760
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I'm Alexis, a creative therapist with a direct approach. I enjoy working side by side with my clients to help them reach their goals. Starting therapy is a difficult step for many and I aim to present a welcoming and safe environment for each of my clients. My clinical focus is working with individuals who have experienced trauma, have complex PTSD, or are working through dissociative disorders. In addition, I work with women who have ADHD— especially those that have been diagnosed in adulthood. I am trained in EMDR and in DBR levels 1-3 as well as adjunctive DBR trainings.
Hello! I'm Alexis, a creative therapist with a direct approach. I enjoy working side by side with my clients to help them reach their goals. Starting therapy is a difficult step for many and I aim to present a welcoming and safe environment for each of my clients. My clinical focus is working with individuals who have experienced trauma, have complex PTSD, or are working through dissociative disorders. In addition, I work with women who have ADHD— especially those that have been diagnosed in adulthood. I am trained in EMDR and in DBR levels 1-3 as well as adjunctive DBR trainings.
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Alisha L Cobb
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Jefferson City, TN 37760
Special interest in helping people work through difficulties they are facing in order to get to a better place in life. Everyone faces various types of struggles throughout life and it is nice to find someone who can help you navigate through those times. It's very important to me to develop strong, trusting relationships with my clients. This creates a safe environment for issues to be discussed and goals to be set. A solid working relationship helps people feel comfortable in discussing difficult things and situations they are going through which helps to get to the root of a problem & find a true solution.
Special interest in helping people work through difficulties they are facing in order to get to a better place in life. Everyone faces various types of struggles throughout life and it is nice to find someone who can help you navigate through those times. It's very important to me to develop strong, trusting relationships with my clients. This creates a safe environment for issues to be discussed and goals to be set. A solid working relationship helps people feel comfortable in discussing difficult things and situations they are going through which helps to get to the root of a problem & find a true solution.
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Accepting new clients! Sometimes, the weight of our emotions can become too much to carry alone. When life feels overwhelming, therapy can provide the support and guidance needed to move toward change. It is important to remember that seeking help is not a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength and self-awareness. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe space to be who you are without judgement.
Accepting new clients! Sometimes, the weight of our emotions can become too much to carry alone. When life feels overwhelming, therapy can provide the support and guidance needed to move toward change. It is important to remember that seeking help is not a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength and self-awareness. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe space to be who you are without judgement.
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Morgan Daniels Dudash
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson City, TN 37760
I am driven to support individuals in their personal growth and development, as well as help them make positive changes in their lives. I enjoy working with those who have a strong desire to understand themselves better, identify their core values and beliefs, and develop a greater sense of self-awareness and self-acceptance. I appreciate individuals who are open to exploring their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and who are willing to challenge themselves to try new things and take risks. I understand that it can be difficult to step out of one’s comfort zone, but I am here to support and encourage individuals.
I am driven to support individuals in their personal growth and development, as well as help them make positive changes in their lives. I enjoy working with those who have a strong desire to understand themselves better, identify their core values and beliefs, and develop a greater sense of self-awareness and self-acceptance. I appreciate individuals who are open to exploring their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and who are willing to challenge themselves to try new things and take risks. I understand that it can be difficult to step out of one’s comfort zone, but I am here to support and encourage individuals.
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Samantha Dickens
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson City, TN 37760
Life can often seem confusing and out of control. During those times, it can be difficult to maintain a daily routine and enjoy the little moments. It’s common to experience highs and lows that come along with stress but sometimes washing your hair can even feel like a mountain to climb. As a therapist, I would like to come alongside you and help in those times of difficulties.
Life can often seem confusing and out of control. During those times, it can be difficult to maintain a daily routine and enjoy the little moments. It’s common to experience highs and lows that come along with stress but sometimes washing your hair can even feel like a mountain to climb. As a therapist, I would like to come alongside you and help in those times of difficulties.
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Jacob Ramsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Jefferson City, TN 37760
Not accepting new clients
My experience includes working with trauma/PTSD, men's issues, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, spiritual issues, and life adjustment issues.
Are you looking for targeted treatment for your problems? Do you feel alone in a struggle? Are you or a loved one dealing with anxiety or depression? Healing in our lives can begin when we share our joys and pains, and if you have found yourself stuck, alone or just unsure about where to start, I would like to offer to be a part of that healing process. Scheduling is as simple as calling my office or booking online at my website. If you would like to speak with me for a brief introductory phone call, give my office a call to schedule that as well.
My experience includes working with trauma/PTSD, men's issues, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, spiritual issues, and life adjustment issues.
Are you looking for targeted treatment for your problems? Do you feel alone in a struggle? Are you or a loved one dealing with anxiety or depression? Healing in our lives can begin when we share our joys and pains, and if you have found yourself stuck, alone or just unsure about where to start, I would like to offer to be a part of that healing process. Scheduling is as simple as calling my office or booking online at my website. If you would like to speak with me for a brief introductory phone call, give my office a call to schedule that as well.
Online Therapists
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Donna K Ford
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
Norris, TN 37828 (Online Only)
If you are experiencing grief, overwhelming stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, communication issues, substance use, social anxiety, difficulty at work, or have a specific problem you would like to work through, now is the time to reach out. The world today is complicated and these issues can seem to come out of no where or perhaps they have been a struggle for some time, but you don't have to go it alone. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, or learn new coping strategies, I look forward to working with you.
If you are experiencing grief, overwhelming stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, communication issues, substance use, social anxiety, difficulty at work, or have a specific problem you would like to work through, now is the time to reach out. The world today is complicated and these issues can seem to come out of no where or perhaps they have been a struggle for some time, but you don't have to go it alone. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, or learn new coping strategies, I look forward to working with you.
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My areas of expertise include Trauma and Attachment, ADHD and other neurodivergent issues, Anxiety and Depression, Mental Performance and Sports, and Parenting and Family systems.
Being human is hard! I believe most of us are doing the best we can with the awareness that we currently have, and also know that things can be easier and we can feel better. We must learn to attend to our own internal experiences to safely connect with ourselves and with others and build a healthy support system from the inside out. I’m passionate about providing a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore dysfunctional patterns that are causing pain, increasing stress, and taking away from our fulfillment in life. We must be and create the change we want to see, and I am here to help you, your family, and your child reach their goals.
My areas of expertise include Trauma and Attachment, ADHD and other neurodivergent issues, Anxiety and Depression, Mental Performance and Sports, and Parenting and Family systems.
Being human is hard! I believe most of us are doing the best we can with the awareness that we currently have, and also know that things can be easier and we can feel better. We must learn to attend to our own internal experiences to safely connect with ourselves and with others and build a healthy support system from the inside out. I’m passionate about providing a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore dysfunctional patterns that are causing pain, increasing stress, and taking away from our fulfillment in life. We must be and create the change we want to see, and I am here to help you, your family, and your child reach their goals.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.