Adoption Therapists in Franklin, TN
Life's transitions are so challenging - especially for kids. Whether it's a major life-changing event like adoption, divorce, or trauma, or the day-to-day tasks like getting dressed or going to school, many kids need some extra support to navigate their worlds. Your child may be acting out with big behaviors, recovering from a traumatic event, transitioning into a new home, or processing difficult emotions. Your teen may be feeling isolated and depressed, lashing out in anger, or struggling to manage their responsibilities. Whatever the case may be, they need your support!
Life's transitions are so challenging - especially for kids. Whether it's a major life-changing event like adoption, divorce, or trauma, or the day-to-day tasks like getting dressed or going to school, many kids need some extra support to navigate their worlds. Your child may be acting out with big behaviors, recovering from a traumatic event, transitioning into a new home, or processing difficult emotions. Your teen may be feeling isolated and depressed, lashing out in anger, or struggling to manage their responsibilities. Whatever the case may be, they need your support!
Katie Black
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37065 (Online Only)
I am also passionate about helping postpartum women and those going through different adoption situations.
I am a fully licensed professional counselor with 7 years of therapy experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate their personal journeys. I see patients aged 8 and up with mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, mood disorders, OCD, and struggling with their walk in faith. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process where we work together to understand your unique challenges and develop personalized strategies for overcoming them. I am accepting new patients via virtual/telehealth services through a HIPAA-compliant video conference.
I am also passionate about helping postpartum women and those going through different adoption situations.
I am a fully licensed professional counselor with 7 years of therapy experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate their personal journeys. I see patients aged 8 and up with mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, mood disorders, OCD, and struggling with their walk in faith. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process where we work together to understand your unique challenges and develop personalized strategies for overcoming them. I am accepting new patients via virtual/telehealth services through a HIPAA-compliant video conference.
HopeNation offers assistance with: anxiety, depression, life transitions, academic difficulties, trauma, bipolar disorders, behavioral issues related to acting out & dysregulation, ADHD, grief & loss, social difficulties, impact of divorce, & adoption/foster care.
Does your child, teen or young adult (up to age 26) struggle to experience the best that life has to offer? As a parent do you have challenges that create overwhelm and distance between you and your child? As a young adult, are you at a loss for how to handle what life throws your way? HopeNation therapists offer hope and healing to children, teens, young adults and their families by empowering our clients to take charge of their lives. Proven interventions are used within a supportive and non-judgmental space that allows growth and transformation to take hold and flourish. You are not alone, reach out and connect today...
HopeNation offers assistance with: anxiety, depression, life transitions, academic difficulties, trauma, bipolar disorders, behavioral issues related to acting out & dysregulation, ADHD, grief & loss, social difficulties, impact of divorce, & adoption/foster care.
Does your child, teen or young adult (up to age 26) struggle to experience the best that life has to offer? As a parent do you have challenges that create overwhelm and distance between you and your child? As a young adult, are you at a loss for how to handle what life throws your way? HopeNation therapists offer hope and healing to children, teens, young adults and their families by empowering our clients to take charge of their lives. Proven interventions are used within a supportive and non-judgmental space that allows growth and transformation to take hold and flourish. You are not alone, reach out and connect today...
Jessica Davidson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC, MHSP-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37069
Are you worried about your child? Does your child not seem like themselves? Your child may be irritable, aggressive and defiant. Your child may seem angry or withdrawn. Adolescents often refuse to talk to you, participate in enjoyable activities, experience thoughts of suicide or do things to harm themselves. Your child may have experienced a traumatic event or is having difficulty navigating a life change such as divorce, death of a family member or adoption. You may feel hopeless and not sure how to help your child. If this sounds familiar, I can help. I have experience working with children with these same issues.
Are you worried about your child? Does your child not seem like themselves? Your child may be irritable, aggressive and defiant. Your child may seem angry or withdrawn. Adolescents often refuse to talk to you, participate in enjoyable activities, experience thoughts of suicide or do things to harm themselves. Your child may have experienced a traumatic event or is having difficulty navigating a life change such as divorce, death of a family member or adoption. You may feel hopeless and not sure how to help your child. If this sounds familiar, I can help. I have experience working with children with these same issues.
Hi, my name is Allyson Doering, but you can call me Ally. I am a pre-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist welcome to my page! I am able to see clients in-office in Brentwood, TN and virtually in the state of Washington through Mindful Therapy Group. I work with families (who want to learn how to reconnect as a whole family unit), adoption trauma, sexual abuse, daily life stressors, LGBTQ+ population, generalized anxiety, grief/loss and navigating narcissistic abuse.
Hi, my name is Allyson Doering, but you can call me Ally. I am a pre-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist welcome to my page! I am able to see clients in-office in Brentwood, TN and virtually in the state of Washington through Mindful Therapy Group. I work with families (who want to learn how to reconnect as a whole family unit), adoption trauma, sexual abuse, daily life stressors, LGBTQ+ population, generalized anxiety, grief/loss and navigating narcissistic abuse.
I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating through life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, self-esteem issues, adoption issues, and both perinatal and postpartum mental health.
Life can often be unpredictable and force us to navigate through different seasons of change. I aim to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your experiences and find strength in your vulnerability. Utilizing a person-centered approach, we will work collaboratively to make meaning of your story, and equip you with the necessary skills and tools to fully embrace life. I genuinely believe in the power of connection, and my approach encourages you to embrace authenticity while working towards gaining confidence and trust in yourself as you find the strength to take another step forward.
I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating through life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, self-esteem issues, adoption issues, and both perinatal and postpartum mental health.
Life can often be unpredictable and force us to navigate through different seasons of change. I aim to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your experiences and find strength in your vulnerability. Utilizing a person-centered approach, we will work collaboratively to make meaning of your story, and equip you with the necessary skills and tools to fully embrace life. I genuinely believe in the power of connection, and my approach encourages you to embrace authenticity while working towards gaining confidence and trust in yourself as you find the strength to take another step forward.
I love supporting individuals and couples through the life stages of infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and adoption.
Are you a woman struggling with your journey to or into parenthood? Are your emotions interfering with your life, relationships, and happiness? Is life not what you expected it to be? Has depression or anxiety robbed you of your joy? Are you wondering if it will ever be your turn? Are you experiencing trauma from your body's diagnoses and fearing that a doctor will never understand? Now, more than ever, we are focusing on women, their relationship to their body and prioritizing their mental health. You don't have to face the complexities of womanhood, your menses or struggles on your journey to parenthood alone.
I love supporting individuals and couples through the life stages of infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and adoption.
Are you a woman struggling with your journey to or into parenthood? Are your emotions interfering with your life, relationships, and happiness? Is life not what you expected it to be? Has depression or anxiety robbed you of your joy? Are you wondering if it will ever be your turn? Are you experiencing trauma from your body's diagnoses and fearing that a doctor will never understand? Now, more than ever, we are focusing on women, their relationship to their body and prioritizing their mental health. You don't have to face the complexities of womanhood, your menses or struggles on your journey to parenthood alone.
Elizabeth J. Burton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064
Waitlist for new clients
As a PMH-C specialist, I have advanced training and experience working with pregnancy, postpartum, adoption, and related adjustment and attachment issues.
Hi! I’m Elizabeth and am so glad you are here looking for a safe space to heal and process life. I support adults navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, grief, behavioral issues, and trauma recovery. I specialize in therapy for attachment & relationship dynamics, trauma & abuse, and perinatal mood & anxiety disorders for expectant and postpartum parents.
As a PMH-C specialist, I have advanced training and experience working with pregnancy, postpartum, adoption, and related adjustment and attachment issues.
Hi! I’m Elizabeth and am so glad you are here looking for a safe space to heal and process life. I support adults navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, grief, behavioral issues, and trauma recovery. I specialize in therapy for attachment & relationship dynamics, trauma & abuse, and perinatal mood & anxiety disorders for expectant and postpartum parents.
Too often we live life in the fog of good health and favorable circumstances. But then, inevitably, something happens. Something difficult and hard to understand that pushes to the forefront the need for wisdom. Is there hope? On whom can I depend? What am I living for? What matters? Will I live? How will I live? Author and poet Wendell Berry said: "It may be that when we no longer know which way to go, we have begun our real journey. The mind that is not baffled is not employed. The impeded stream is the one that sings."
Too often we live life in the fog of good health and favorable circumstances. But then, inevitably, something happens. Something difficult and hard to understand that pushes to the forefront the need for wisdom. Is there hope? On whom can I depend? What am I living for? What matters? Will I live? How will I live? Author and poet Wendell Berry said: "It may be that when we no longer know which way to go, we have begun our real journey. The mind that is not baffled is not employed. The impeded stream is the one that sings."
As your therapist, I will provide a tender and nurturing environment to process persistent worry, depression and general life stress. Fear, anxiety and depression can disrupt the quality of your daily life and seeking professional guidance and support can allow you to move through these stressors and develop both effective coping skills and healthy emotional habits. Life stress doesn't have to be debilitating and long term change is absolutely achievable. I work with individuals, children and families.
As your therapist, I will provide a tender and nurturing environment to process persistent worry, depression and general life stress. Fear, anxiety and depression can disrupt the quality of your daily life and seeking professional guidance and support can allow you to move through these stressors and develop both effective coping skills and healthy emotional habits. Life stress doesn't have to be debilitating and long term change is absolutely achievable. I work with individuals, children and families.
Together Works
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, TBRI, Edu
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
I believe that one of the greatest power and influence in our lives are our relationships with others. It is from relationships that all of our trauma, negativity, and heartache originate; however, it is only through relationships that we can also find true healing for prior wounds that continue to determine present actions and emotions. The difference in these two kinds of relationships is honesty, vulnerability, and reciprocity: a mutual connection that cultivates intimacy and acceptance by removing shame and anxiety. It is only through these authentic relationships that we can truly feel complete and secure in our own skin.
I believe that one of the greatest power and influence in our lives are our relationships with others. It is from relationships that all of our trauma, negativity, and heartache originate; however, it is only through relationships that we can also find true healing for prior wounds that continue to determine present actions and emotions. The difference in these two kinds of relationships is honesty, vulnerability, and reciprocity: a mutual connection that cultivates intimacy and acceptance by removing shame and anxiety. It is only through these authentic relationships that we can truly feel complete and secure in our own skin.
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I work collaboratively with my clients to empower them to take control back in their lives, gain insight into who they are and how they are functioning, and to make changes that will last a lifetime. It is important to feel heard, understood, validated, and safe when discussing personal issues and concerns. I provide an atmosphere of trust and support that allows my clients to explore, discover, grow, and implement effective tools and strategies to improve their life and their well-being and to break free from the destructive patterns and behaviors that have kept them stuck. You are worth it, and you deserve it.
I work collaboratively with my clients to empower them to take control back in their lives, gain insight into who they are and how they are functioning, and to make changes that will last a lifetime. It is important to feel heard, understood, validated, and safe when discussing personal issues and concerns. I provide an atmosphere of trust and support that allows my clients to explore, discover, grow, and implement effective tools and strategies to improve their life and their well-being and to break free from the destructive patterns and behaviors that have kept them stuck. You are worth it, and you deserve it.
Jack Carmody
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37069
I am accepting new clients for counseling! Is your marriage or relationship stuck? Feeling depressed? Anxious? I am a licensed therapist providing christian counseling services to couples and individuals. I offer in-person sessions in Nashville/Franklin, and video options for anyone in South Carolina, Florida, or Tennessee. I see teenagers and adults, and really enjoy working with men and veterans.
I am accepting new clients for counseling! Is your marriage or relationship stuck? Feeling depressed? Anxious? I am a licensed therapist providing christian counseling services to couples and individuals. I offer in-person sessions in Nashville/Franklin, and video options for anyone in South Carolina, Florida, or Tennessee. I see teenagers and adults, and really enjoy working with men and veterans.
Brittany Volpei
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064 (Online Only)
Aspects of life can be utterly overwhelming. Seemingly good things are hard, relationships are messy, and there are new normals to navigate. Whether you’re in a season of difficulty or you’re trying to make sense of a previous one, healing and transformation are within reach. In the context of safety and compassion, you will better understand yourself and be seen by another. We will process your story, explore the effects of your thoughts of emotions, address trauma, access your strength, and identify meaningful avenues for change.
Aspects of life can be utterly overwhelming. Seemingly good things are hard, relationships are messy, and there are new normals to navigate. Whether you’re in a season of difficulty or you’re trying to make sense of a previous one, healing and transformation are within reach. In the context of safety and compassion, you will better understand yourself and be seen by another. We will process your story, explore the effects of your thoughts of emotions, address trauma, access your strength, and identify meaningful avenues for change.
Reaching out for support can be hard. I’m so grateful you’ve found your way here. No matter the age, I believe we are all working to navigate the world the best way we know how. Often, in the midst of that journey, we reach a point where we need help along the way. As a therapist, I consider it an honor to come alongside individuals and families on their healing journey.
Reaching out for support can be hard. I’m so grateful you’ve found your way here. No matter the age, I believe we are all working to navigate the world the best way we know how. Often, in the midst of that journey, we reach a point where we need help along the way. As a therapist, I consider it an honor to come alongside individuals and families on their healing journey.
Kristen Bauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC/MHS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37069
Do you feel like you need to "have it all together," but on the inside you're falling apart? Are you seeing success in life and work, but feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and loneliness? Therapy is a place to belong. A place to let your guard down. A place to learn, grow, and heal. By working together, we can get to the root of what is holding you back from living the life you dream. Healing your past wounds and overcoming the anxiety, loneliness, and disconnection is not only possible, but it is attainable.
Do you feel like you need to "have it all together," but on the inside you're falling apart? Are you seeing success in life and work, but feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and loneliness? Therapy is a place to belong. A place to let your guard down. A place to learn, grow, and heal. By working together, we can get to the root of what is holding you back from living the life you dream. Healing your past wounds and overcoming the anxiety, loneliness, and disconnection is not only possible, but it is attainable.
As a mental health counselor specializing in children, teens, young adults, and their parents, I am committed to creating safe, nurturing environments for self-exploration and growth. My approach is grounded in person-centered theory, fostering empathy and unconditional positive regard. Utilizing play therapy and expressive arts therapy, I engage clients creatively, helping them articulate their feelings and build resilience! I believe in the importance of involving parents in the therapeutic process to empower them with tools to support their children.
As a mental health counselor specializing in children, teens, young adults, and their parents, I am committed to creating safe, nurturing environments for self-exploration and growth. My approach is grounded in person-centered theory, fostering empathy and unconditional positive regard. Utilizing play therapy and expressive arts therapy, I engage clients creatively, helping them articulate their feelings and build resilience! I believe in the importance of involving parents in the therapeutic process to empower them with tools to support their children.
Jacki Montroy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37069 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with women in their 40s + whose life looks great on paper but feel discontent and boxed in. After taking care of other people's needs over their own for years, too many women reach “middle age” and are faced with finding their own identity outside of their kids and career. This leaves them feeling overwhelmed and discontent. Left unaddressed, discontent quickly turns to resentment. If you’re struggling with resentment in your relationships with your partner, kids, or your life, I can help. I also have over a decade of experience with adolescents and their families; our world has changed and parenting has to change with it.
I work with women in their 40s + whose life looks great on paper but feel discontent and boxed in. After taking care of other people's needs over their own for years, too many women reach “middle age” and are faced with finding their own identity outside of their kids and career. This leaves them feeling overwhelmed and discontent. Left unaddressed, discontent quickly turns to resentment. If you’re struggling with resentment in your relationships with your partner, kids, or your life, I can help. I also have over a decade of experience with adolescents and their families; our world has changed and parenting has to change with it.
Jack Justin Dreher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064 (Online Only)
I recognize that the journey that brought you to therapy may not have been an easy one. I work to assist you in your self-exploration, learning, and growth by creating a safe, nurturing, respectful, yet challenging environment. I prioritize your autonomy and personal responsibility throughout the healing process.
I recognize that the journey that brought you to therapy may not have been an easy one. I work to assist you in your self-exploration, learning, and growth by creating a safe, nurturing, respectful, yet challenging environment. I prioritize your autonomy and personal responsibility throughout the healing process.
Hannah Redden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067 (Online Only)
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) originally from Louisiana, now based in Tennessee. My career has primarily revolved around nurturing the social, emotional, and behavioral growth of children aged from birth to six years old. This involves collaborating with caregivers such as parents, grandparents, and teachers to address both the individual needs of the children and the emotional support required by the caregivers themselves.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) originally from Louisiana, now based in Tennessee. My career has primarily revolved around nurturing the social, emotional, and behavioral growth of children aged from birth to six years old. This involves collaborating with caregivers such as parents, grandparents, and teachers to address both the individual needs of the children and the emotional support required by the caregivers themselves.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.