Transgender Therapists in Knoxville, TN
Jennifer M Kuhn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSSW, LSC
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37932
Waitlist for new clients
One of my favorite quotes from Alice in Wonderland is: "It's no use going back to yesterday, because I was a different person then." When we feel stuck in our world, it is so hard to see past our pain and frustration. My goal as a therapist is to guide clients down an intentional path of balance and healing. Our thoughts can be so powerful. Negative ones hold us captive and keep us in the dark, but positive thoughts have the ability to transform us.
One of my favorite quotes from Alice in Wonderland is: "It's no use going back to yesterday, because I was a different person then." When we feel stuck in our world, it is so hard to see past our pain and frustration. My goal as a therapist is to guide clients down an intentional path of balance and healing. Our thoughts can be so powerful. Negative ones hold us captive and keep us in the dark, but positive thoughts have the ability to transform us.
The decision to start therapy is not always easy, and finding the right therapist can seem daunting. Whatever challenges life has thrown your way, you want a therapist who supports you with compassion, curiosity, and commitment. I believe that human connection is at the heart of healing, and I strive to develop a strong, client-centered therapeutic relationship based on trust and acceptance. I offer a safe and affirming environment for all clients. It is an act of bravery to embark on a healing journey, and I would be honored to be apart of yours.
The decision to start therapy is not always easy, and finding the right therapist can seem daunting. Whatever challenges life has thrown your way, you want a therapist who supports you with compassion, curiosity, and commitment. I believe that human connection is at the heart of healing, and I strive to develop a strong, client-centered therapeutic relationship based on trust and acceptance. I offer a safe and affirming environment for all clients. It is an act of bravery to embark on a healing journey, and I would be honored to be apart of yours.
Unfortunately, I am currently not accepting new clients. As a queer therapist with ADHD, I understand the struggles of navigating unwelcoming and ill-equipped systems. Many people who grow up with undiagnosed ADHD experience unique challenges. Often, this involves a constant battle of self-blame for not being able to effortlessly accomplish what seems to come naturally to others. The emotional distress created by this leaves people feeling confused and misunderstood. I help people to: better understand their diagnosis; work to reduce and eliminate years of shame; and develop functional, realistic skills beyond just using a planner.
Unfortunately, I am currently not accepting new clients. As a queer therapist with ADHD, I understand the struggles of navigating unwelcoming and ill-equipped systems. Many people who grow up with undiagnosed ADHD experience unique challenges. Often, this involves a constant battle of self-blame for not being able to effortlessly accomplish what seems to come naturally to others. The emotional distress created by this leaves people feeling confused and misunderstood. I help people to: better understand their diagnosis; work to reduce and eliminate years of shame; and develop functional, realistic skills beyond just using a planner.
Tessa Chancey is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider Designation, who has been practicing since 2016. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She then graduated from Columbia University in the City of New York with a Master of Arts and a Master of Education in Psychological Counseling. Tessa approaches her therapeutic work from a Cognitive Behavioral lens and works collaboratively with her patients to reach their goals. She provides a non-judgmental and safe space for patients to gain awareness and understanding on their healing journey.
Tessa Chancey is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider Designation, who has been practicing since 2016. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She then graduated from Columbia University in the City of New York with a Master of Arts and a Master of Education in Psychological Counseling. Tessa approaches her therapeutic work from a Cognitive Behavioral lens and works collaboratively with her patients to reach their goals. She provides a non-judgmental and safe space for patients to gain awareness and understanding on their healing journey.
Whether you are struggling with mental health issues, your identity, or just need someone to talk to, I believe help should be non-judgmental and accessible to everyone. I especially enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, high school and college students, people of all spiritual or religious beliefs (including people without religious beliefs), and self-identified “people-pleasers.”
Whether you are struggling with mental health issues, your identity, or just need someone to talk to, I believe help should be non-judgmental and accessible to everyone. I especially enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, high school and college students, people of all spiritual or religious beliefs (including people without religious beliefs), and self-identified “people-pleasers.”
Mariah Williams Wooldridge
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37930
I'm mostly telehealth, with in person options on Mondays. I help clients honor their past, find their voice, and create their future. It's important that my clients feel valued and respected. My commitment to you is simple: to hold an open non-judgmental space where you may reflect, learn, and grow while feeling supported, safe, and gently challenged. Eventually our discoveries will become a part of your inner voice. You'll be able to notice patterns, challenge your thoughts, and consistently live according to your ideal values. You will become your own advocate. Our work will be together, but your success will be yours.
I'm mostly telehealth, with in person options on Mondays. I help clients honor their past, find their voice, and create their future. It's important that my clients feel valued and respected. My commitment to you is simple: to hold an open non-judgmental space where you may reflect, learn, and grow while feeling supported, safe, and gently challenged. Eventually our discoveries will become a part of your inner voice. You'll be able to notice patterns, challenge your thoughts, and consistently live according to your ideal values. You will become your own advocate. Our work will be together, but your success will be yours.
Laura Catherine Eddlemon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37919
Waitlist for new clients
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the field I strive to provide informed and evidence based treatment to clients of diverse backgrounds in a safe, supportive, and accepting environment. Therapy is a unique experience in which we can create the space that we don't often make for ourselves otherwise to stay with and explore our thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I recognize that seeking support can be difficult and I truly value the positive feedback my clients have provided regarding their feelings of comfort and safety in their work with me.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the field I strive to provide informed and evidence based treatment to clients of diverse backgrounds in a safe, supportive, and accepting environment. Therapy is a unique experience in which we can create the space that we don't often make for ourselves otherwise to stay with and explore our thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I recognize that seeking support can be difficult and I truly value the positive feedback my clients have provided regarding their feelings of comfort and safety in their work with me.
Elizabeth Haren is a Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider with over 25 years experience working in the field of mental health. She has experience working with mental health, substance related, and trauma induced issues. She works with adolescent, adult, and senior clients. Her holistic approach to counseling and therapy utilizes mindfulness and strength-based approaches to empower each client and help them use their own talents and strengths to improve their lives in a meaningful way.
Elizabeth Haren is a Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider with over 25 years experience working in the field of mental health. She has experience working with mental health, substance related, and trauma induced issues. She works with adolescent, adult, and senior clients. Her holistic approach to counseling and therapy utilizes mindfulness and strength-based approaches to empower each client and help them use their own talents and strengths to improve their lives in a meaningful way.
Joshua Coy Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37918
I know that seeking help can be overwhelming and there are many qualified individuals who could help you, but you need a therapist who is a good fit for you. Consider if I am this "good fit". I believe I have the unique ability to connect with my clients, and they with me. This can be done through empathy. Empathy is the experience of understanding another persons thoughts, feelings, and conditions from their point of view. I work hard at doing this with every individual and their unique experiences. Irvin Yalom, a renowned psychologist, suggested, therapy is mostly a process of removing obstacle
I know that seeking help can be overwhelming and there are many qualified individuals who could help you, but you need a therapist who is a good fit for you. Consider if I am this "good fit". I believe I have the unique ability to connect with my clients, and they with me. This can be done through empathy. Empathy is the experience of understanding another persons thoughts, feelings, and conditions from their point of view. I work hard at doing this with every individual and their unique experiences. Irvin Yalom, a renowned psychologist, suggested, therapy is mostly a process of removing obstacle
Bridget Kane is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2024. Children often have large, adultlike emotions, that they may struggle to present or know how to cope with, but as their counselor, Bridget will do everything she can to help them understand that their feelings are real and valid, no matter how old they are.
Bridget Kane is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2024. Children often have large, adultlike emotions, that they may struggle to present or know how to cope with, but as their counselor, Bridget will do everything she can to help them understand that their feelings are real and valid, no matter how old they are.
Tabitha Miles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37919
I enjoy working with individuals in managing life challenges by identifying and building upon strengths, in order to gain a greater sense of self and develop confidence. As a clinical therapist and a yoga teacher, I am passionate in maintaining awareness of the MindBody connection. My goal is to provide a warm, relaxed, and non-judgmental environment to allow clients to feel safe and supported. My desire is to meet you where you are in your life journey and assist you along the path to self discovery, as each individual is the expert in his/her personal life experiences.
I enjoy working with individuals in managing life challenges by identifying and building upon strengths, in order to gain a greater sense of self and develop confidence. As a clinical therapist and a yoga teacher, I am passionate in maintaining awareness of the MindBody connection. My goal is to provide a warm, relaxed, and non-judgmental environment to allow clients to feel safe and supported. My desire is to meet you where you are in your life journey and assist you along the path to self discovery, as each individual is the expert in his/her personal life experiences.
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For over 17 years Anne has had the privilege of providing therapy/coaching services to children, adolescents, and adults who have been negatively impacted by varying life circumstances. Anne is passionate about helping clients understand that a diagnosis does not define who they are, but only identifies the patterns they are struggling with. Anne believes "everyone has a story in which each chapter can create different needs and challenges". She adds, "Therapy/Coaching provides a safe and confidential space to process and learn new coping strategies or to challenge the way we look at those challenges and needs".
For over 17 years Anne has had the privilege of providing therapy/coaching services to children, adolescents, and adults who have been negatively impacted by varying life circumstances. Anne is passionate about helping clients understand that a diagnosis does not define who they are, but only identifies the patterns they are struggling with. Anne believes "everyone has a story in which each chapter can create different needs and challenges". She adds, "Therapy/Coaching provides a safe and confidential space to process and learn new coping strategies or to challenge the way we look at those challenges and needs".
I earned my PhD from the University of Tennessee, and am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have received specialized training in many areas, including evaluations, hypnosis, trauma recovery, depression, and anxiety, behavioral issues and family therapy. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families, and have specific training in the treatment of law enforcement officers and emergency responders. I do a great deal of work with families and children going through divorce. My therapeutic style is generally cognitive-behavioral, but varies from case to case depending on the needs of the client. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard and respected.
I earned my PhD from the University of Tennessee, and am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have received specialized training in many areas, including evaluations, hypnosis, trauma recovery, depression, and anxiety, behavioral issues and family therapy. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families, and have specific training in the treatment of law enforcement officers and emergency responders. I do a great deal of work with families and children going through divorce. My therapeutic style is generally cognitive-behavioral, but varies from case to case depending on the needs of the client. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard and respected.
Christopher D Watkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37919
Waitlist for new clients
I use a Cyclical Psychodynamic approach. This is an integrative approach to therapy, which combines empirically supported therapies- relational psychodynamics, cognitive-behavioral therapy, attachment theory, and family systems theory. It works by creating corrective emotional experiences in therapy and developing new ways of interacting with others outside of therapy. This process facilitates increased awareness, resilience, better strategies, and increased effectiveness.
I use a Cyclical Psychodynamic approach. This is an integrative approach to therapy, which combines empirically supported therapies- relational psychodynamics, cognitive-behavioral therapy, attachment theory, and family systems theory. It works by creating corrective emotional experiences in therapy and developing new ways of interacting with others outside of therapy. This process facilitates increased awareness, resilience, better strategies, and increased effectiveness.
Lizzie Nichols
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPC, MHSP(T)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37918
Are you exploring your LGBTQIA+ identity and feeling unsupported? Are relationship and intimacy issues leaving you frustrated and disconnected? Maybe you’re dealing with sexual dysfunction and wondering if it will ever get better. Are attachment issues or substance abuse creating barriers in your life? Perhaps family dynamics from your past are weighing you down, or you're navigating the challenges of neurodivergence and feeling overwhelmed. If you’re tired of feeling stuck and searching for a way forward, I’m here to help. Let’s work together to create a path to a more fulfilling, authentic life.
Are you exploring your LGBTQIA+ identity and feeling unsupported? Are relationship and intimacy issues leaving you frustrated and disconnected? Maybe you’re dealing with sexual dysfunction and wondering if it will ever get better. Are attachment issues or substance abuse creating barriers in your life? Perhaps family dynamics from your past are weighing you down, or you're navigating the challenges of neurodivergence and feeling overwhelmed. If you’re tired of feeling stuck and searching for a way forward, I’m here to help. Let’s work together to create a path to a more fulfilling, authentic life.
Carrie Joy Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37921
Carrie's background and training is in Integrative Mental Health for Anxiety and Depression, Gender, and Substance Use (both abstinence and moderation goals) Therapy. After a very rewarding and joyful career of raising five children, Carrie discovered her passion for psychology, therapy, and the clients she has been honoured to work with. Nothing is quite as rewarding as watching a client during an "aha" moment or hearing about a particularly difficult challenge successfully overcome. Nothing touches the soul quite as much as someone trusting you with their deepest of pains.
Carrie's background and training is in Integrative Mental Health for Anxiety and Depression, Gender, and Substance Use (both abstinence and moderation goals) Therapy. After a very rewarding and joyful career of raising five children, Carrie discovered her passion for psychology, therapy, and the clients she has been honoured to work with. Nothing is quite as rewarding as watching a client during an "aha" moment or hearing about a particularly difficult challenge successfully overcome. Nothing touches the soul quite as much as someone trusting you with their deepest of pains.
Susan Wendy Hundley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37919 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the areas of depression, infertility, anxiety, relationship issues/boundaries, and grief. I am an advocate for those I work with, empowering them to find strength within themselves to become successful independently. However, I also enjoy problem solving and supporting self-determination. I am a realist, meaning that I do not expect that life will become easy or happiness will be immediately achieved, but I also feel few things are insurmountable. I work tirelessly to improve the lives of the individuals and couples who see me because this is my passion.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the areas of depression, infertility, anxiety, relationship issues/boundaries, and grief. I am an advocate for those I work with, empowering them to find strength within themselves to become successful independently. However, I also enjoy problem solving and supporting self-determination. I am a realist, meaning that I do not expect that life will become easy or happiness will be immediately achieved, but I also feel few things are insurmountable. I work tirelessly to improve the lives of the individuals and couples who see me because this is my passion.
Insightful Journey™ Therapy Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37923
You’ve heard that life is a journey. Actually, we believe that life is about multiple journeys. Perhaps your most important is the exploration to help you heal. It is the one where you gain insight into your mind and heart. At Insightful Journey, we serve as your guides to help you overcome roadblocks such as depression, anxiety, and trauma that are preventing you from being successful. Everyone’s quest is unique, so we take a personalized approach to help get you on track to reach your destination.
You’ve heard that life is a journey. Actually, we believe that life is about multiple journeys. Perhaps your most important is the exploration to help you heal. It is the one where you gain insight into your mind and heart. At Insightful Journey, we serve as your guides to help you overcome roadblocks such as depression, anxiety, and trauma that are preventing you from being successful. Everyone’s quest is unique, so we take a personalized approach to help get you on track to reach your destination.
Katie Singer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2016. Katie received her Bachelors in Psychology and her Masters in Social Work from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Katie enjoys working with clients to overcome the "stuck" feeling that often accompanies experiencing trauma and mental health difficulties. Katie firmly believes that each person is an expert of their own experience and takes a collaborative trauma-informed approach in therapy. She provides a space to help individuals feel more empowered to overcome the difficulties of life and to help people thrive in the present.
Katie Singer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2016. Katie received her Bachelors in Psychology and her Masters in Social Work from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Katie enjoys working with clients to overcome the "stuck" feeling that often accompanies experiencing trauma and mental health difficulties. Katie firmly believes that each person is an expert of their own experience and takes a collaborative trauma-informed approach in therapy. She provides a space to help individuals feel more empowered to overcome the difficulties of life and to help people thrive in the present.
Faith Shultz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37923 (Online Only)
Are you dealing with life's difficulties? Do you struggle with feeling powerless, anxious, depressed, or just "different"? You deserve to be heard and I'm here to listen.
Are you dealing with life's difficulties? Do you struggle with feeling powerless, anxious, depressed, or just "different"? You deserve to be heard and I'm here to listen.
