Alcohol Use Therapists in Franklin, TN
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If maturity, plenty of life experience, and a strong faith in God are important criteria in your selection of a therapist, we may be a good fit.
If maturity, plenty of life experience, and a strong faith in God are important criteria in your selection of a therapist, we may be a good fit.
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It is possible to move through life with minimal struggle. Your outward action in harmony with the inner voice that guides you, doing the right thing for the right reason, with a feeling of the wind at your back, effortless. One school of thought is that if you are not busy doing something and staying on top of things, you will lose your edge and your effectiveness. This attitude can create an over-active mind, prone to excessive worry and stress. The Art of Struggle Reduction takes a different approach. Moving through life with minimal worry, stress, and struggle makes one more effective, not less.
It is possible to move through life with minimal struggle. Your outward action in harmony with the inner voice that guides you, doing the right thing for the right reason, with a feeling of the wind at your back, effortless. One school of thought is that if you are not busy doing something and staying on top of things, you will lose your edge and your effectiveness. This attitude can create an over-active mind, prone to excessive worry and stress. The Art of Struggle Reduction takes a different approach. Moving through life with minimal worry, stress, and struggle makes one more effective, not less.
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In our journey through life, we encounter times that are tough to navigate. It could be a fresh challenge that appears out of nowhere or an old emotional wound that requires healing. Sometimes, we need a place to share our thoughts, feelings, and emotions freely. That's where counseling steps in as a valuable tool. I see it as a way to guide and support your personal growth and healing, helping you move forward.
In our journey through life, we encounter times that are tough to navigate. It could be a fresh challenge that appears out of nowhere or an old emotional wound that requires healing. Sometimes, we need a place to share our thoughts, feelings, and emotions freely. That's where counseling steps in as a valuable tool. I see it as a way to guide and support your personal growth and healing, helping you move forward.
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Elizabeth Saffle
Counselor, MS, LPC-, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with clients presenting with dual diagnoses and co-occurring disorders. I have experience working with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, bi-polar I and II, PTSD, Trauma, addiction disorders, personality disorders, and OCD to name a few. I use a treatment model that is eclectic, as every client's needs vary. These models include, but are not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, EMDR, and Narrative Therapy.
I am passionate about working with clients presenting with dual diagnoses and co-occurring disorders. I have experience working with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, bi-polar I and II, PTSD, Trauma, addiction disorders, personality disorders, and OCD to name a few. I use a treatment model that is eclectic, as every client's needs vary. These models include, but are not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, EMDR, and Narrative Therapy.
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Cara Clarkson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
It can feel helpless when looking for support for anxiety causes anxiety itself. I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced this and have been previously hesitant towards or suspicious of therapy. Whether you are a teenager with social or performance anxiety or an adult navigating the stressors of life transitions and relationships, it is my goal to hold an open, validating space for you to identify what is happening within you as you tell your story, identify pain points along the way, and develop coping skills to tolerate your distress.
It can feel helpless when looking for support for anxiety causes anxiety itself. I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced this and have been previously hesitant towards or suspicious of therapy. Whether you are a teenager with social or performance anxiety or an adult navigating the stressors of life transitions and relationships, it is my goal to hold an open, validating space for you to identify what is happening within you as you tell your story, identify pain points along the way, and develop coping skills to tolerate your distress.
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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.
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Amy Shelton (LPC-MHSP) received her B.A. in Psychology and M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University. Amy completed a PhD. in Clinical Counseling: Teaching and Supervision at Trevecca Nazarene University. Beginning her career as a College Therapist and Counselor at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Amy has over 10 years of experience in both counseling and teaching psychology, She has a passion for helping people and provides care with a patient centered approach. Amy uses an integrative counseling method that leans heavily on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to meet each patient’s individual needs.
Amy Shelton (LPC-MHSP) received her B.A. in Psychology and M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University. Amy completed a PhD. in Clinical Counseling: Teaching and Supervision at Trevecca Nazarene University. Beginning her career as a College Therapist and Counselor at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Amy has over 10 years of experience in both counseling and teaching psychology, She has a passion for helping people and provides care with a patient centered approach. Amy uses an integrative counseling method that leans heavily on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to meet each patient’s individual needs.
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Rebecca K Griffith
Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37069 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with a life transition, perhaps facing a divorce or separation? If you have children, you may be wondering if they are going to be OK, especially if you do not feel like you are OK. Children are impacted emotionally by the same events that impact adults, but they process them differently. I have worked with a variety of clients- ranging from very young children to adults and couples. I have extensive training and experience in trauma - both childhood trauma and adult trauma. I am a certified Trauma therapist (CTT) and am certified in EMDR therapy.
Are you struggling with a life transition, perhaps facing a divorce or separation? If you have children, you may be wondering if they are going to be OK, especially if you do not feel like you are OK. Children are impacted emotionally by the same events that impact adults, but they process them differently. I have worked with a variety of clients- ranging from very young children to adults and couples. I have extensive training and experience in trauma - both childhood trauma and adult trauma. I am a certified Trauma therapist (CTT) and am certified in EMDR therapy.
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Life is a tapestry of experiences - every thread woven together uniquely; specifically stitched is each one of our stories. Inevitably and sadly sooner than wished, comes the problem of pain. Pain can hijack our path (or alter it altogether), leading to hurt, hopelessness and disillusionment. Pain often clouds our vision. We forget that what may appear to be a mess of thread through our eyes might look like a masterpiece from another vantage point. The defining factor? Perspective. Learning to share our story, feel our feelings and tell the truth about them empowers us to live authentic, purposeful lives.
Life is a tapestry of experiences - every thread woven together uniquely; specifically stitched is each one of our stories. Inevitably and sadly sooner than wished, comes the problem of pain. Pain can hijack our path (or alter it altogether), leading to hurt, hopelessness and disillusionment. Pain often clouds our vision. We forget that what may appear to be a mess of thread through our eyes might look like a masterpiece from another vantage point. The defining factor? Perspective. Learning to share our story, feel our feelings and tell the truth about them empowers us to live authentic, purposeful lives.
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Restoration Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, MA, CST
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
Restoration Counseling Center was founded by three Christian Counselors in Franklin, Tennessee, who share a vision for providing healing, grace, and professionalism to those experiencing brokenness in their relationship with self, others, and God. Our counselors have all been trained through nationally accredited counseling programs emphasizing Christian integration. Therapists at Restoration Counseling Center are passionate about helping others attain their goals and consider it a privilege to walk alongside others in healing. We have therapists accepting new clients for immediate openings.
Restoration Counseling Center was founded by three Christian Counselors in Franklin, Tennessee, who share a vision for providing healing, grace, and professionalism to those experiencing brokenness in their relationship with self, others, and God. Our counselors have all been trained through nationally accredited counseling programs emphasizing Christian integration. Therapists at Restoration Counseling Center are passionate about helping others attain their goals and consider it a privilege to walk alongside others in healing. We have therapists accepting new clients for immediate openings.
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Addiction, loss, trauma, conflict…the story does not have to end there. It can move to recovery, acceptance, healing, and connection. Whether the troubles are in our relationships or inside us as individuals, I see counseling as a powerful process for mental and relational health. I have experienced first-hand the healing power of counseling in my own recovery from addiction. I want the same for my clients. I help my clients grow in self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-love…how they view themselves in relation to their world and story
Addiction, loss, trauma, conflict…the story does not have to end there. It can move to recovery, acceptance, healing, and connection. Whether the troubles are in our relationships or inside us as individuals, I see counseling as a powerful process for mental and relational health. I have experienced first-hand the healing power of counseling in my own recovery from addiction. I want the same for my clients. I help my clients grow in self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-love…how they view themselves in relation to their world and story
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Dr. Pamala Hernandez-Kaufman, PsyD, MBA, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
Finding it difficult to cope? Experiencing problems in your most significant relationships? Facing a crisis or loss? Feeling stressed out, burnt out, maxed out, out of ideas, out of it? Help is available! I'm a licensed psychotherapist in Tennessee, California, Florida, and Massachusetts. I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples & families find solutions that are right for them! I offer a safe, supportive, confidential place to find answers and make changes that heal! Don't go through the hard times in life alone--everyone needs help sometimes. You deserve to be your best you!
Finding it difficult to cope? Experiencing problems in your most significant relationships? Facing a crisis or loss? Feeling stressed out, burnt out, maxed out, out of ideas, out of it? Help is available! I'm a licensed psychotherapist in Tennessee, California, Florida, and Massachusetts. I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples & families find solutions that are right for them! I offer a safe, supportive, confidential place to find answers and make changes that heal! Don't go through the hard times in life alone--everyone needs help sometimes. You deserve to be your best you!
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StrongWell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMHC, CPRS, NCPRSS, RN
Not Verified Not Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
*Accepting New Clients!* StrongWell provides counseling for those living with substance, are in recovery, or want to be in recovery. Our sessions are via telehealth and we are available in Texas, Tennessee, Kentucky and Florida.
*Accepting New Clients!* StrongWell provides counseling for those living with substance, are in recovery, or want to be in recovery. Our sessions are via telehealth and we are available in Texas, Tennessee, Kentucky and Florida.
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I help people make the changes they desire in their lives. I don’t use EMDR. DBT. EFT, IFS or any of the other new-fangled techniques. What I do is listen deeply and with compassion and without judgment. I strive to help you better understand yourself and any patterns of thinking, feeling, and behavior that are holding you back from being who you want to be. I have over 40 years of experience working with a variety of problems. I am also an ordained spiritual director and appreciate the opportunity to work with individuals who want their spiritual lives to be addressed as part of their counseling.
I help people make the changes they desire in their lives. I don’t use EMDR. DBT. EFT, IFS or any of the other new-fangled techniques. What I do is listen deeply and with compassion and without judgment. I strive to help you better understand yourself and any patterns of thinking, feeling, and behavior that are holding you back from being who you want to be. I have over 40 years of experience working with a variety of problems. I am also an ordained spiritual director and appreciate the opportunity to work with individuals who want their spiritual lives to be addressed as part of their counseling.
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Joseph W Dabbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADACII, LCADC
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
I work with clients who have mental health concerns (anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use concerns, etc) family concerns/relationship concerns, loss/grief concerns, and transition/adjustment concerns.
I work with clients who have mental health concerns (anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use concerns, etc) family concerns/relationship concerns, loss/grief concerns, and transition/adjustment concerns.
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As children, most of us didn't get taught what we needed to know so that we could become mature adults and often times we find ourselves asking "why do I do what I do" & "how did I lose myself." There are concrete answers to these questions which can change your life. I teach clients how to better understand their story so that they may connect the dots. If you understand how you got here you can make changes in the way you think, feel and act. Finding root causes of issues that keep you stuck enables you to experience clarity and insight which reduces feelings of confusion, frustration and hopelessness. This therapy is
As children, most of us didn't get taught what we needed to know so that we could become mature adults and often times we find ourselves asking "why do I do what I do" & "how did I lose myself." There are concrete answers to these questions which can change your life. I teach clients how to better understand their story so that they may connect the dots. If you understand how you got here you can make changes in the way you think, feel and act. Finding root causes of issues that keep you stuck enables you to experience clarity and insight which reduces feelings of confusion, frustration and hopelessness. This therapy is
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Arise Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
If you are feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, my services aim to introduce clarity, serenity, and self-motivation. I consider Counseling my passion and as my client it is my hope that you feel a sense of warmth, safety, and community as I walk alongside you on your journey. As a passionate LPC-MHSP, I have experience working with individuals overcoming; Trauma, depression, anxiety and panic attacks, sexual assault, grief/loss, divorce adjustment, addiction/recovery, spiritual identity issues, conflict resolution, individual relationship issues, self-esteem, identity work, and perfectionism.
If you are feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, my services aim to introduce clarity, serenity, and self-motivation. I consider Counseling my passion and as my client it is my hope that you feel a sense of warmth, safety, and community as I walk alongside you on your journey. As a passionate LPC-MHSP, I have experience working with individuals overcoming; Trauma, depression, anxiety and panic attacks, sexual assault, grief/loss, divorce adjustment, addiction/recovery, spiritual identity issues, conflict resolution, individual relationship issues, self-esteem, identity work, and perfectionism.
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TalkDr Christian Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD , LCADC , BCPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064
Dr. Michael Walsh Gannon, PhD, LCADC and the staff of TalkDr Christian Counseling, specialize in treating the root causes of whatever contributes to keeping you stuck. In essence, we assist the natural healing process of getting you "unstuck" once you achieve freedom from your pain. TalkDr Christian Counseling uses empathic and biblically based counseling to achieve results.
Dr. Michael Walsh Gannon, PhD, LCADC and the staff of TalkDr Christian Counseling, specialize in treating the root causes of whatever contributes to keeping you stuck. In essence, we assist the natural healing process of getting you "unstuck" once you achieve freedom from your pain. TalkDr Christian Counseling uses empathic and biblically based counseling to achieve results.
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Cammi Priode
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
My passion is working with adult women, so much so it’s all I see in my practice! That’s right only women, 18 years and older. The reason I’m so passionate about working with adult women is because of the issues they face and the unique ways those issues look in a woman’s life. I bring over 10 years’ experience working directly with women and their emotional difficulties including trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, relational issues and codependency, work/life balance, body image, and more.
My passion is working with adult women, so much so it’s all I see in my practice! That’s right only women, 18 years and older. The reason I’m so passionate about working with adult women is because of the issues they face and the unique ways those issues look in a woman’s life. I bring over 10 years’ experience working directly with women and their emotional difficulties including trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, relational issues and codependency, work/life balance, body image, and more.
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I am very open to working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I feel especially suited to work with couples, families, and individuals who have experienced IPV or childhood trauma and individuals or families impacted by substance use. I am trauma-informed and work with individuals who have been impacted by systemic racism, oppression, or other forms of marginalization. I help my clients restore their sense of worth through creative methods grounded in self-acceptance and self-compassion.
I am very open to working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I feel especially suited to work with couples, families, and individuals who have experienced IPV or childhood trauma and individuals or families impacted by substance use. I am trauma-informed and work with individuals who have been impacted by systemic racism, oppression, or other forms of marginalization. I help my clients restore their sense of worth through creative methods grounded in self-acceptance and self-compassion.
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Alcohol Use Therapists
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.
How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.