Strength-Based Therapists in Memphis, TN

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Shelonda Phillips-McDonald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38120
Have you acknowledged that you have a problem and are now seeking help? When you talk to family or friends, do you feel like you are not being heard? I believe that the first step in the healing process for any issue is to be "heard" and have someone to listen to you. I provide a safe place for individuals, families, parents, and couples to speak and begin the healing process. My goal is to provide a warm, nurturing, accepting environment that meets the client where they are at.
Have you acknowledged that you have a problem and are now seeking help? When you talk to family or friends, do you feel like you are not being heard? I believe that the first step in the healing process for any issue is to be "heard" and have someone to listen to you. I provide a safe place for individuals, families, parents, and couples to speak and begin the healing process. My goal is to provide a warm, nurturing, accepting environment that meets the client where they are at.
(901) 617-4573 View (901) 617-4573
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Latrina D Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38117
I have specialized experience in processing traumatic experiences; using strength-based, solution-focused counseling, motivational interviewing, career and education planning, and life coaching.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself, family and friends; the world? Has your story become lost in the loudness of “getting it done”? Is it hard for you to make sense of it all? If this is you, I may be able to help. My goal is to walk with you as you reconnect to your world. We can do this by teaching you skills to restore your voice and build authentic relationships. I am passionate about social issues and approach counseling from a place of authentic, honest connection. I believe there are many threats in society, meant to traumatize and fracture us. My goal is to help you overcome adversity and achieve wholeness.
I have specialized experience in processing traumatic experiences; using strength-based, solution-focused counseling, motivational interviewing, career and education planning, and life coaching.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself, family and friends; the world? Has your story become lost in the loudness of “getting it done”? Is it hard for you to make sense of it all? If this is you, I may be able to help. My goal is to walk with you as you reconnect to your world. We can do this by teaching you skills to restore your voice and build authentic relationships. I am passionate about social issues and approach counseling from a place of authentic, honest connection. I believe there are many threats in society, meant to traumatize and fracture us. My goal is to help you overcome adversity and achieve wholeness.
(901) 245-5602 View (901) 245-5602
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Lauren Hudson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38125
I use a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strength-based Therapy.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Tired of life catching you off guard? Need help unlocking the tools to be the greatest version of yourself? Let me help and guide you to a fulfilling and engaging life. I am with Anchored in Healing Counseling & Coaching. The past 7 years, I have worked with a variety of clients that struggle with depression, conflict management and anxiety. I have worked closely with families and assisted with behavior modification and problem solving. I want to help those suffering in silence find their voice. I can assist with identifying key areas of struggle and ways to manage those issues.
I use a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strength-based Therapy.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Tired of life catching you off guard? Need help unlocking the tools to be the greatest version of yourself? Let me help and guide you to a fulfilling and engaging life. I am with Anchored in Healing Counseling & Coaching. The past 7 years, I have worked with a variety of clients that struggle with depression, conflict management and anxiety. I have worked closely with families and assisted with behavior modification and problem solving. I want to help those suffering in silence find their voice. I can assist with identifying key areas of struggle and ways to manage those issues.
(901) 617-7289 View (901) 617-7289
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Markiesha Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38103
I will use a strength-based, trauma informed approach to help you unpack the root causes to your challenges.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and negative thoughts? Do you feel down and blue after giving birth to a baby and don’t know why? Are you tired of putting up a facade on the outside when in fact you are hurting on the inside? Have you lost a loved one and have difficulty coping with grief? Are these feelings affecting your personal and professional relationships? My goal is to help you navigate through this journey that we call “life” by providing you with the necessary tools to overcome life’s obstacles.
I will use a strength-based, trauma informed approach to help you unpack the root causes to your challenges.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and negative thoughts? Do you feel down and blue after giving birth to a baby and don’t know why? Are you tired of putting up a facade on the outside when in fact you are hurting on the inside? Have you lost a loved one and have difficulty coping with grief? Are these feelings affecting your personal and professional relationships? My goal is to help you navigate through this journey that we call “life” by providing you with the necessary tools to overcome life’s obstacles.
(313) 217-3854 View (313) 217-3854
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Mario Fulton II
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38103
Life is a journey, not a race. Each of our journey's differ, but that is what makes us unique. As a therapist my goal is to help you process things that happened in your past, is happening in the present, and equip you with the tools for things that can happen in your future. I enjoy working with individuals who are experiencing life transitions, anxiety, trauma, and depression. I also enjoy helping clients unpack their issues and create coping skills. I have years of experience working with children and young adults, but I also enjoy working with middle aged adults and seniors.
Life is a journey, not a race. Each of our journey's differ, but that is what makes us unique. As a therapist my goal is to help you process things that happened in your past, is happening in the present, and equip you with the tools for things that can happen in your future. I enjoy working with individuals who are experiencing life transitions, anxiety, trauma, and depression. I also enjoy helping clients unpack their issues and create coping skills. I have years of experience working with children and young adults, but I also enjoy working with middle aged adults and seniors.
(901) 660-2109 View (901) 660-2109
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Dr. Leigh Pitre
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCMHSP, NCC, CH
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38117
I would like to start off by saying it takes courage to take the first step in your healing journey! I specialize in treating trauma, attachment-based issues, and couples. I take a whole-body approach that helps create and maintain lasting change. My ultimate goal for therapy with my clients is to help create corrective emotional experiences so that healing can occur. Whether that’s on an individual basis, or with a couple and the relational cycle. I truly believe it is an honor to walk alongside my clients throughout the healing process!
I would like to start off by saying it takes courage to take the first step in your healing journey! I specialize in treating trauma, attachment-based issues, and couples. I take a whole-body approach that helps create and maintain lasting change. My ultimate goal for therapy with my clients is to help create corrective emotional experiences so that healing can occur. Whether that’s on an individual basis, or with a couple and the relational cycle. I truly believe it is an honor to walk alongside my clients throughout the healing process!
(901) 617-4260 View (901) 617-4260
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Trey Browder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38117
Are you ready for a change? Have you been struggling to find direction in your life? Is substance use or addiction part of your story? Do you feel like others dictate your agenda leaving you feeling unfulfilled or inadequate? Are you one of the many struggling with stress, anxiety, overwhelm and depression? You are not alone. Many of us are left searching for more depth and meaning in our lives and feeling like we are not living up to our true potential. Some of us are also finding that our personal finances are out of alignment with our lifestyle as we try to solve internal struggles with external solutions. I'm here to offer hope.
Are you ready for a change? Have you been struggling to find direction in your life? Is substance use or addiction part of your story? Do you feel like others dictate your agenda leaving you feeling unfulfilled or inadequate? Are you one of the many struggling with stress, anxiety, overwhelm and depression? You are not alone. Many of us are left searching for more depth and meaning in our lives and feeling like we are not living up to our true potential. Some of us are also finding that our personal finances are out of alignment with our lifestyle as we try to solve internal struggles with external solutions. I'm here to offer hope.
(901) 582-5209 View (901) 582-5209
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Lance Faegenburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38111  (Online Only)
Sometimes dark places need flashlights. Early in my education to become a therapist, I learned being allowed to walk with someone during a dark time in their life is an honor. As a therapist it is my intention to earn that honor, to be a flashlight of sorts, and to help remove those emotional filters which often darken our experiences.
Sometimes dark places need flashlights. Early in my education to become a therapist, I learned being allowed to walk with someone during a dark time in their life is an honor. As a therapist it is my intention to earn that honor, to be a flashlight of sorts, and to help remove those emotional filters which often darken our experiences.
(901) 557-8889 View (901) 557-8889
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Cristin Laird
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38119
Being a teenager and a young-adult in a post-pandemic world is hard. Add in anxiety, up and down moods, problems with focus and prioritizing, or relationship conflicts and it can feel overwhelming, impossible, and like things will never get better. Not only do we have typical day-to-day concerns like figuring out who we are and what we want to be, but we may be struggling with perfectionism, communicating, taking things personally, making friends, or getting along better with our parents. The loneliness of feeling misunderstood and not knowing what to do is crippling.
Being a teenager and a young-adult in a post-pandemic world is hard. Add in anxiety, up and down moods, problems with focus and prioritizing, or relationship conflicts and it can feel overwhelming, impossible, and like things will never get better. Not only do we have typical day-to-day concerns like figuring out who we are and what we want to be, but we may be struggling with perfectionism, communicating, taking things personally, making friends, or getting along better with our parents. The loneliness of feeling misunderstood and not knowing what to do is crippling.
(901) 668-7016 View (901) 668-7016
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InnerChanges Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38117
Are you searching for healthier relationships and better communication? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, orthe residual effects of trauma? Do you feel overwhelmed? Inner Changes CounselingLLC is here to help you as you begin to make the changes needed to live your best life. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist ( TN, TX, IL) and a Clinical Fellow of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. I have over twenty years of experience in the Helping Profession, and I am passionate about helping people live up to their full potential. Contact me today to schedule your confidential telehealth session.
Are you searching for healthier relationships and better communication? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, orthe residual effects of trauma? Do you feel overwhelmed? Inner Changes CounselingLLC is here to help you as you begin to make the changes needed to live your best life. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist ( TN, TX, IL) and a Clinical Fellow of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. I have over twenty years of experience in the Helping Profession, and I am passionate about helping people live up to their full potential. Contact me today to schedule your confidential telehealth session.
(901) 617-3592 View (901) 617-3592
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LaTraci Aldridge
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38117
My mission is to empower clients with knowledge about themselves and their strengths. Furthermore, I will work clients to help them identify their truth as it relates to their lives. I seek to help clients pull from within themselves the strength needed to persevere and overcome daily life obstacles and struggles. I hope to have clients find their own strength to work through their issues. I aspire for clients to celebrate the small wins and use that to push them to greater gains.
My mission is to empower clients with knowledge about themselves and their strengths. Furthermore, I will work clients to help them identify their truth as it relates to their lives. I seek to help clients pull from within themselves the strength needed to persevere and overcome daily life obstacles and struggles. I hope to have clients find their own strength to work through their issues. I aspire for clients to celebrate the small wins and use that to push them to greater gains.
(901) 582-8063 View (901) 582-8063
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Angela Marie Brignole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38104  (Online Only)
Welcome, I'm happy to share a little about my clinical practice with you. I have 20 yrs of clinical experience utilizing evidence-based modalities that include EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT and CBT-I), solution focused brief therapy (SFBT), ACT, CPT, psychodynamic, relapse and crisis prevention. In the span of my career, I've worked with numerous populations that include individuals in acute and outpatient psychiatry, as well as perinatology, and active duty special operations service members.
Welcome, I'm happy to share a little about my clinical practice with you. I have 20 yrs of clinical experience utilizing evidence-based modalities that include EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT and CBT-I), solution focused brief therapy (SFBT), ACT, CPT, psychodynamic, relapse and crisis prevention. In the span of my career, I've worked with numerous populations that include individuals in acute and outpatient psychiatry, as well as perinatology, and active duty special operations service members.
(901) 665-3589 View (901) 665-3589
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Chelsey Dixon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38120
I strive to maintain a warm and safe environment for my clients, helping them feel connected and validated. Starting therapy can seem overwhelming, but I am here to support you throughout this process. We will work to determine what your goals are and how you can get there. I work well with people wanting to heal their past traumas that continue to impact their daily life. I also utilize my own Christian faith to counsel clients that are interested in exploring their own relationship with God and processing religious trauma in a safe and nonjudgmental way.
I strive to maintain a warm and safe environment for my clients, helping them feel connected and validated. Starting therapy can seem overwhelming, but I am here to support you throughout this process. We will work to determine what your goals are and how you can get there. I work well with people wanting to heal their past traumas that continue to impact their daily life. I also utilize my own Christian faith to counsel clients that are interested in exploring their own relationship with God and processing religious trauma in a safe and nonjudgmental way.
(901) 582-8332 View (901) 582-8332
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Alex Smith Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38112  (Online Only)
::You do not have to be good. You do not have to walk on your knees for a hundred miles through the desert repenting. You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves. {excerpt from Mary Oliver’s Wild Geese):: When seeking help, the therapeutic relationship is where it all starts. My desire is to offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate foundation for each person I share space with. I want you to believe, as much as I do, in your own inherent resilience and capacity to self- heal.
::You do not have to be good. You do not have to walk on your knees for a hundred miles through the desert repenting. You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves. {excerpt from Mary Oliver’s Wild Geese):: When seeking help, the therapeutic relationship is where it all starts. My desire is to offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate foundation for each person I share space with. I want you to believe, as much as I do, in your own inherent resilience and capacity to self- heal.
(901) 350-5241 View (901) 350-5241
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Melanie Spurgeon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38157
When you walk into my office, my hope is to meet you wherever you are in your path, and you feel some of the pressure fall off. It is my joy and passion to help women navigate the college and various adult seasons of life. These stages are full of transitions that can be exciting and stressful. You might be experiencing changes in relationships with family and friends, learning how to process and share emotions, discovering identity and belonging, discerning gifting and career paths, or feeling stuck from hurts in the past. But you do not have to walk this journey alone!
When you walk into my office, my hope is to meet you wherever you are in your path, and you feel some of the pressure fall off. It is my joy and passion to help women navigate the college and various adult seasons of life. These stages are full of transitions that can be exciting and stressful. You might be experiencing changes in relationships with family and friends, learning how to process and share emotions, discovering identity and belonging, discerning gifting and career paths, or feeling stuck from hurts in the past. But you do not have to walk this journey alone!
(901) 459-5348 View (901) 459-5348
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Transitional Anger Management Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38125
As a 3rd year Doctor of Behavioral Health student, with 22 years of experience in providing anger management counseling, you are in good hands! Sunday groups are available. call 901.608.1000. www.gotangermanagement.com
As a 3rd year Doctor of Behavioral Health student, with 22 years of experience in providing anger management counseling, you are in good hands! Sunday groups are available. call 901.608.1000. www.gotangermanagement.com
(901) 295-0296 View (901) 295-0296
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Mary Therese (Terez) Carter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38111
Most sessions will be conducted via Telehealth. My goal is to help you gain the insight, clarity and understanding you seek to resolve relationship issues and/or decrease anxiety, depression and personality difficulties whether yours or those around you. I have many years of varied life experience including: having lived in Chad, Africa and Italy, raised a multi-cultural, blended family, went through divorce, step-children, life transitions and family of origin dysfunction. I am a LCSW (Licensed clinical social worker) since 2006 and have been employed with Samaritan Counseling since 2014.
Most sessions will be conducted via Telehealth. My goal is to help you gain the insight, clarity and understanding you seek to resolve relationship issues and/or decrease anxiety, depression and personality difficulties whether yours or those around you. I have many years of varied life experience including: having lived in Chad, Africa and Italy, raised a multi-cultural, blended family, went through divorce, step-children, life transitions and family of origin dysfunction. I am a LCSW (Licensed clinical social worker) since 2006 and have been employed with Samaritan Counseling since 2014.
(901) 499-3629 View (901) 499-3629
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Terry Bernardini
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38117
Are anxiety and depression constant companions in your life? Do you wonder if fulfillment in life, relationships, and work are possible? It could be that your life was going quite well until an unwelcome visitor such as chronic pain, a diagnosis, loss, addiction, betrayal, or trauma showed up to stay. Or, it could be that you have rarely if ever enjoyed a sense of well-being. My greatest joy is in helping people find strength, hope, and happiness despite the darkest of life’s experiences.
Are anxiety and depression constant companions in your life? Do you wonder if fulfillment in life, relationships, and work are possible? It could be that your life was going quite well until an unwelcome visitor such as chronic pain, a diagnosis, loss, addiction, betrayal, or trauma showed up to stay. Or, it could be that you have rarely if ever enjoyed a sense of well-being. My greatest joy is in helping people find strength, hope, and happiness despite the darkest of life’s experiences.
(901) 371-4711 View (901) 371-4711
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Lakeisha Conway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38104
If you're looking for a quality, affordable and convenient social work supervision experience then search no more. As the owner of Best Practice Supervision, Coaching & Consulting, I provide clinical social worker supervision to LMSWs seeking LCSW licensure as well as assist with exam prep (emphasizing test taking strategies) for those seeking their LMSW in the State of TN. I provide online and face to face clinical supervision in the Memphis and Mid-South area for those seeking a close and easily accessible commute. I am also a Practice Monitor for those who have been sanctioned by TN Social Work Board.
If you're looking for a quality, affordable and convenient social work supervision experience then search no more. As the owner of Best Practice Supervision, Coaching & Consulting, I provide clinical social worker supervision to LMSWs seeking LCSW licensure as well as assist with exam prep (emphasizing test taking strategies) for those seeking their LMSW in the State of TN. I provide online and face to face clinical supervision in the Memphis and Mid-South area for those seeking a close and easily accessible commute. I am also a Practice Monitor for those who have been sanctioned by TN Social Work Board.
(901) 250-9330 View (901) 250-9330
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Adina Samberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38120  (Online Only)
Reaching out is tough, but once you take that first major step you are on the road to recovery, empowering yourself to benefit from the validation, compassion and support you may be longing for. Whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, anger or low self-esteem; struggling with intrusive thoughts, mood disorders, relationships, trauma or other challenges, my goal is to work together with you to reach your goals. A strengths-based approach can help you gain insight, clarity and empowerment to make positive choices and desired changes to be the best you and live your best life.
Reaching out is tough, but once you take that first major step you are on the road to recovery, empowering yourself to benefit from the validation, compassion and support you may be longing for. Whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, anger or low self-esteem; struggling with intrusive thoughts, mood disorders, relationships, trauma or other challenges, my goal is to work together with you to reach your goals. A strengths-based approach can help you gain insight, clarity and empowerment to make positive choices and desired changes to be the best you and live your best life.
(901) 589-6270 View (901) 589-6270
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Strength-Based Therapists

How does strength-based therapy work?

During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.

Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?

Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.

How long does strength-based therapy last?

There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.

How effective is strength-based therapy?

Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.