Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Franklin, TN

Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You.” ― Dr. Seuss. Karl Bremer is a dedicated professional with a passion for empowering individuals, couples, and families to lead fulfilling lives. Holding a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's in professional counseling from Liberty University, Karl has cultivated a deep understanding of human behavior and relationships.

I have had the privilege, for the last 40 years, of working with over 12,000 courageous folks who have taught me invaluable lessons over and over about the incredible resilience and possibilities of the human spirit. Utilizing our six day workshop for individuals and couples, individual, couples, group and family therapy, Heartstream Journeys treats issues around relationship struggles, historical trauma and the desire to create life in the most meaningful way in primary love relationships, parenting, with family and friends and within oneself and one's spiritual connection. It is my profound privilege to Journey with you.

I believe that all of us have suffered from feeling that we are not in control of our lives. When that experience persists then our instinct to protect ourselves can push us into patterns of behaviors that range from bad habits to behavior that damages relationships and threatens our physical and mental health. I help people by focusing on their strengths rather than their weaknesses, to build supportive relationships with themselves and others, and to help them see themselves as unique and worthwhile persons. We do this together through a therapeutic relationship.

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.

Don't let anxiety, depression, or addiction hold you back any longer. I have over 13 years of experience helping people like you. Getting started is easy; give me a call or send me a quick email. Together, we’ll map out a path to a brighter, happier you.

Everyone faces challenges in today's fast-paced society. Sometimes, the challenges can feel overwhelming. Therapy can help address issues that interfere with our relationships, goals, happiness and ability to function. Change in behavior does not typically come easily, though. Established thinking and behavior patterns may get us through the day, but they also can prevent us from reaching our full potential. When a client establishes a therapeutic relationship with a counselor, they in essence are saying that merely functioning is not good enough. They want more: increased self-awareness, improved relationships, enhanced professional success, greater personal happiness.

“THE Anger Management Guy in Nashville!” Author of "Navigate Anger" . Face and Video sessions available. Counseling for adult individuals. Over 20 years in private practice.

My practice is psychoeducational assessment only. Please note that I do not provide therapy. My clients are typically families of students in preschool through college who have suspected exceptionalities such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, TBI, giftedness, etc. Client goals typically include improved functioning, clarity, diagnosis when appropriate, strategies, recommendations, and advocacy. What clients say is most helpful is having test data and my clinical judgment to provide clarity, then help them navigate what to do with that data and how to get the help their student needs.

There was a time that I was so desperate to make my own marriage work that I went back to school to become a Marriage & Family Therapist. I, then, spent the next decade researching human connection. Not only did this research save my own marriage, I have now helped thousands of couples develop a connection that they didn't think was possible.

Do you feel stuck in patterns you can’t control? Like feelings show up in ways you can’t think yourself out of? As a trauma therapist, I believe that our bodies and nervous systems are home to memories that continue to impact us in our day-to-day lives. We may still have parts of us that stay in high-alert, ruminating and planning. Or we may have parts that rage, shut down, numb-out, or freeze. In therapy, we learn to honor these patterns and appreciate their service to us. We also work on building a nurturing relationship with our inner child parts, providing them with care and kindly asking for the breath of space.

I desire to be an authentic, non-judgmental, calm presence in order to create a safe place for you to share your story. In the field of marriage and family therapy, we focus on relationships. I want to help people find peace in their relationship with self and others.

The Refuge Center exists to offer excellent, accessible, and affordable mental and emotional healthcare services in support of a transformational impact on communities. With over 70 Staff Therapists, Contract Therapists, and Interns, we can provide a wide variety of services and specialized techniques including, EMDR, Music Therapy, and Neurofeedback.

Do you feel like the pressures and problems of life are crushing in on you, causing you to wonder just how much longer you can hang on? Are life experiences causing lost sleep, chronic pain, and impairments in your everyday life? Do you feel isolated, like no one really understands what it's like to be you? Life can deal some pretty nasty blows, and can at times, knock us down, and can even make us wonder if there's hope, or a reason to go on. As a trauma survivor, I know how it feels to be overwhelmed, feeling isolated and defeated! I also know there is HOPE and life after trauma. There truly is hope!

My therapy is client focused. I see clients virtually in their homes, office, and any place they have privacy and WiFi. I ask them to share why they came for counseling and listen intently in the attempt to understand their problems and why they are seeking help. I ascertain if they are court ordered or if they came on their own. I conduct a short assessment to identify their problem (s) and focus on their issues. I assess the need for medication and recommend them when needed. I address relationship issues, mental health issues and/or addiction. I take insurance and credit cards. My PhD is in Counseling Psychology.

I am a Holistic Therapist meaning I treat mental health through the lens of the whole person: emotional, relational, physical, and spiritual. I offer experiences treating depression, trauma, anxiety, eating disorders and other mental health issues aiming to bring clients into their bodies and out of the mode of traditional talk therapy. These include psychodrama, sand tray, art, and yoga therapy. Wounding happens through living, relational, body-felt experiences and require similar experiences to heal. I create a safe container and relationship for the natural process of healing to occur. Expect to move, breath, and feel... we will not just sit and talk.

My therapy is client focused. I see them virtually. This gives them the opportunity to receive counseling at home, office or any place they have WiFi and privacy. I ask them to share why they came for counseling and listen intently in the attempt to understand their problems and why they are seeking help. Are they court ordered or did they come on their own. Then I conduct the assessment they need or a short assessment to identify their problem and focus on their issues. I assess the need for medication and recommend them if needed. My PhD is in Counseling Psychology.

Marcia Lara is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee who has been practicing since 1997. She has a Master's Degree in Counseling/Psychology. Marcia uses an eclectic approach to therapy, with the goal of using the most effective form of treatment based on the client's needs. She goes by the motto, "it is less important to the client how much you know, as compared to how much you care. " Marcia speaks fluent Spanish, and although she is not Hispanic has had many years of experience working with the Spanish speaking population. She specializes in the treatment mood and anxiety disorders.

Whether it's your first experience in therapy, or your first experience after a bad experience, I am here to help you see what therapy can truly be. Life creates challenges and barriers to help us understand who we truly are and who we want to become. We all want to find what it means to be our best selves. Sometimes this causes us to feel judgmental of ourselves, second guess boundaries we are putting down to better our lives, or we notice an overwhelming amount of negative self-talk towards ourselves.

We support you in finding the therapist who's right for you! We offer a safe place to address anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, premarital counseling, grief and loss, spiritual abuse, trauma, and stress, among other concerns. We serve individuals, couples, and families of all ages and from diverse backgrounds. Whether you have been struggling with a particular issue for years or you just want to try to make your life a little better, we are here to help.