Therapists in Green Hills, Nashville, TN
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Guided Path Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, LPCC-S, LCHMC-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37209 (Online Only)
I have experience using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical-Behavior Therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling.
Hi I'm Leah, the owner, CEO, and therapist for Guided Path Counseling. I am happy to have so many wonderful therapists at Guided Path! We will make sure that you are paired with the therapist that best fits your needs. We have experience working with a variety of populations, including incarcerated, inpatient, couples, military, families, adolescents, and children. Besides traditional therapy, I offer assessments for emotional support animals and evaluations for gender affirming care procedures.
I have experience using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical-Behavior Therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling.
Hi I'm Leah, the owner, CEO, and therapist for Guided Path Counseling. I am happy to have so many wonderful therapists at Guided Path! We will make sure that you are paired with the therapist that best fits your needs. We have experience working with a variety of populations, including incarcerated, inpatient, couples, military, families, adolescents, and children. Besides traditional therapy, I offer assessments for emotional support animals and evaluations for gender affirming care procedures.
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Mary Haycraft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing for 8 years.I have experience working in community mental health centers, intensive outpatient facilities, hospitals, and schools with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and substance abuse. I enjoy working with individuals who are ready for a change in their life. I have experience using cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed therapy as well as dialectical behavioral therapy to motivate and empower my clients. My ideal client is ready to actively work on improving their quality of life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing for 8 years.I have experience working in community mental health centers, intensive outpatient facilities, hospitals, and schools with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and substance abuse. I enjoy working with individuals who are ready for a change in their life. I have experience using cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed therapy as well as dialectical behavioral therapy to motivate and empower my clients. My ideal client is ready to actively work on improving their quality of life.
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Jana Moon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
I am EMDR certified, and use CBT, DBT, CPT, and solution focused therapy.
Undergoing lasting change outside of our comfort zone can be a vulnerable process. I strive to provide a safe place for individuals to come and to be able to embrace healing. It can be an even more difficult process if one is not in a safe environment. Providing this safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere is crucial, in addition to working collaboratively with a supportive therapist. My goal is to help individuals cultivate healthiness in every area of an their lives, physically, emotionally, and mentally.
I am EMDR certified, and use CBT, DBT, CPT, and solution focused therapy.
Undergoing lasting change outside of our comfort zone can be a vulnerable process. I strive to provide a safe place for individuals to come and to be able to embrace healing. It can be an even more difficult process if one is not in a safe environment. Providing this safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere is crucial, in addition to working collaboratively with a supportive therapist. My goal is to help individuals cultivate healthiness in every area of an their lives, physically, emotionally, and mentally.
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Sara Jane Tinker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR, SEP®
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
We'll personalize your therapy prescription from DBT, CBT, Psychoeducation and Somatic Experiencing for inner regulation & peace.
Want restored self-worth, healthy patterns to get needs met, and a loving, authentic relationship? Desire more friends? Less over-thinking, over-reacting? Life in the present moment? Peace? End worry? I combine Somatic Experiencing, Attachment Work, & EMDR to help heal broken hearts & childhood wounds; or specific needs for recovery from stress, trauma, accidents, illness, assault, chronic pain, betrayal, loss, infidelity, or breakups; easing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, mood swings, PTSD & Complex Trauma, or addictive behaviors. I work with couples, individuals, & the range of personality and mood disorders.
We'll personalize your therapy prescription from DBT, CBT, Psychoeducation and Somatic Experiencing for inner regulation & peace.
Want restored self-worth, healthy patterns to get needs met, and a loving, authentic relationship? Desire more friends? Less over-thinking, over-reacting? Life in the present moment? Peace? End worry? I combine Somatic Experiencing, Attachment Work, & EMDR to help heal broken hearts & childhood wounds; or specific needs for recovery from stress, trauma, accidents, illness, assault, chronic pain, betrayal, loss, infidelity, or breakups; easing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, mood swings, PTSD & Complex Trauma, or addictive behaviors. I work with couples, individuals, & the range of personality and mood disorders.
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Lauren S Kelley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37212
I also incorporate skills-focused therapies such as CBT, DBT, ACT and mindfulness practices to provide clients with skills to manage day-to-day stress.
“If I had an hour to solve a problem, I’d spend 55 minutes thinking about the problem and five minutes thinking about the solutions." -- Albert Einstein. I also believe that the quality of the solution you generate is in direct proportion to your ability to identify the problem you hope to solve. My goal in therapy is to provide you with a safe space to tell your story, to sort through it, examine it and make peace with it. In this process, my hope is that you will be able to clarify your strengths, values and goals and identify practical solutions to overcoming barriers to living a full and meaning-centered life.
I also incorporate skills-focused therapies such as CBT, DBT, ACT and mindfulness practices to provide clients with skills to manage day-to-day stress.
“If I had an hour to solve a problem, I’d spend 55 minutes thinking about the problem and five minutes thinking about the solutions." -- Albert Einstein. I also believe that the quality of the solution you generate is in direct proportion to your ability to identify the problem you hope to solve. My goal in therapy is to provide you with a safe space to tell your story, to sort through it, examine it and make peace with it. In this process, my hope is that you will be able to clarify your strengths, values and goals and identify practical solutions to overcoming barriers to living a full and meaning-centered life.
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I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. My hopes are to create a safe and welcoming environment where you feel empowered, respected, and supported through this journey. I value acceptance and will always advocate for and with you. I appreciate numerous techniques and aim to collaboratively tailor my interventions to best suit your unique needs.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. My hopes are to create a safe and welcoming environment where you feel empowered, respected, and supported through this journey. I value acceptance and will always advocate for and with you. I appreciate numerous techniques and aim to collaboratively tailor my interventions to best suit your unique needs.
Symmetry Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
Symmetry Counseling provides compassionate and evidence-based counseling services for children and families, adolescents and adults. Our goal is to empower individuals and families to function at their highest emotional, social and intellectual levels by rediscovering their core values and returning to their authentic self.
Symmetry Counseling provides compassionate and evidence-based counseling services for children and families, adolescents and adults. Our goal is to empower individuals and families to function at their highest emotional, social and intellectual levels by rediscovering their core values and returning to their authentic self.
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Jameyuh Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
Therapy focuses on the essential areas of the complexity of human behavior and development in a collaborative therapeutic setting. Therapy provides the opportunity to process challenges an individual may be struggling with by identifying coping skills and therapeutic resources. Transparency and vulnerability are necessary to approach sensitive personal experiences, and most importantly, I believe barriers can be broken with awareness, accountability, education, and resources. As a Licensed Master Social Worker, my educational background and work experience has enhanced my ability to treat various challenges and trauma.
Therapy focuses on the essential areas of the complexity of human behavior and development in a collaborative therapeutic setting. Therapy provides the opportunity to process challenges an individual may be struggling with by identifying coping skills and therapeutic resources. Transparency and vulnerability are necessary to approach sensitive personal experiences, and most importantly, I believe barriers can be broken with awareness, accountability, education, and resources. As a Licensed Master Social Worker, my educational background and work experience has enhanced my ability to treat various challenges and trauma.
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Benjamin Holmes Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
You are too valuable to ignore. The issues you're facing are too solvable to avoid. The quality of your experience in this life is too important to neglect. Showing up for yourself can mean a lot of different things. Connecting with one of our therapists can be the first step in a series of meaningful steps toward a life full of success, satisfaction and serenity. We help our clients set intentions for their lives and walk with them on their journey toward mental, emotional and relational health.
You are too valuable to ignore. The issues you're facing are too solvable to avoid. The quality of your experience in this life is too important to neglect. Showing up for yourself can mean a lot of different things. Connecting with one of our therapists can be the first step in a series of meaningful steps toward a life full of success, satisfaction and serenity. We help our clients set intentions for their lives and walk with them on their journey toward mental, emotional and relational health.
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Alyssa J Marmo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
Along the way I have learned that a deeper understanding of self evolves from a deeper understanding of the “stuff” that causes us to think, believe, and behave in the way that we do. Most of the time, the “stuff” is handed down to us or imprinted on us in our childhood or from our experiences. If you are wanting to better understand yourself to break free from the patterns and cycles that may be consuming you, it would be my honor to join you on your journey of self-discovery. I am passionate about supporting those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, stress, and life transitions.
Along the way I have learned that a deeper understanding of self evolves from a deeper understanding of the “stuff” that causes us to think, believe, and behave in the way that we do. Most of the time, the “stuff” is handed down to us or imprinted on us in our childhood or from our experiences. If you are wanting to better understand yourself to break free from the patterns and cycles that may be consuming you, it would be my honor to join you on your journey of self-discovery. I am passionate about supporting those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, stress, and life transitions.
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Jacqueline Paul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37204 (Online Only)
Are you seeking a therapist that can help you better understand your emotions, have more joy and fulfillment in life, and less conflict in your relationships? If so, I would be honored to support you on your healing journey of self-discovery and skill building. One’s past experiences combined with current stressors and life’s demands can be overwhelming, even painful, but you do not need to manage it all by yourself. Support is available!
Are you seeking a therapist that can help you better understand your emotions, have more joy and fulfillment in life, and less conflict in your relationships? If so, I would be honored to support you on your healing journey of self-discovery and skill building. One’s past experiences combined with current stressors and life’s demands can be overwhelming, even painful, but you do not need to manage it all by yourself. Support is available!
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Megan Moir Flores
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
I work with individuals needing help with life transitions, relationships (family, dating, spouse) and/or those who are wanting to take a look at their relationships with substances, food, and/or money. Maybe you came from a "good" family, where your parents meant well but lacked some emotional skills that it would be helpful to talk about and get some healing so your relationship with yourself and others improves. I work with adults of all ages who are open-minded, self improvers who are eager for change. For more info check out www.megan-flores.com
I work with individuals needing help with life transitions, relationships (family, dating, spouse) and/or those who are wanting to take a look at their relationships with substances, food, and/or money. Maybe you came from a "good" family, where your parents meant well but lacked some emotional skills that it would be helpful to talk about and get some healing so your relationship with yourself and others improves. I work with adults of all ages who are open-minded, self improvers who are eager for change. For more info check out www.megan-flores.com
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Andrea Santa Maria
Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
So often do I hear women and girls searching for a new or more active approach to therapy, where they can learn skills and effectively meet their goals. My approach to therapy is just that. I help women and girls unlock their true potential in therapy by providing a space that is filled with energy, authenticity, and hands-on work. The work I do is dynamic and active, as I believe tangible resources are key to effective therapeutic work. My goal is to create a relatable and modern approach to therapy as we work to break negative patterns, gain self-awareness, and learn new ways to cope with past events and current stresses.
So often do I hear women and girls searching for a new or more active approach to therapy, where they can learn skills and effectively meet their goals. My approach to therapy is just that. I help women and girls unlock their true potential in therapy by providing a space that is filled with energy, authenticity, and hands-on work. The work I do is dynamic and active, as I believe tangible resources are key to effective therapeutic work. My goal is to create a relatable and modern approach to therapy as we work to break negative patterns, gain self-awareness, and learn new ways to cope with past events and current stresses.
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Madison Fisher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
Are you exhausted by racing thoughts? Are you longing for space to process your emotions and thoughts without fear of judgment? Are nervous and on edge, but you don't know why? I work with individuals and groups experiencing anxiety, depression, family concerns, maternal mental health challenges, parenting challenges, grief and loss, trauma, relationship challenges, existential concerns, and life transitions.
Are you exhausted by racing thoughts? Are you longing for space to process your emotions and thoughts without fear of judgment? Are nervous and on edge, but you don't know why? I work with individuals and groups experiencing anxiety, depression, family concerns, maternal mental health challenges, parenting challenges, grief and loss, trauma, relationship challenges, existential concerns, and life transitions.
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Kacey L Holley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-, MHSP
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
Willow Counseling offers discounted rates for our counseling interns. Please contact us to learn more! Life can present unexpected challenges, but you don’t have to struggle alone. Even a situation that may have begun as a small dilemma, can grow to become overwhelming, confusing, and often painful. Whether you are battling depression, anxiety, past or current trauma, or feel as if you are drowning without a rescue in sight, you find yourself searching for a lifeline. I am here to offer you support in navigating life’s difficult emotions. Just know that you are welcome here.
Willow Counseling offers discounted rates for our counseling interns. Please contact us to learn more! Life can present unexpected challenges, but you don’t have to struggle alone. Even a situation that may have begun as a small dilemma, can grow to become overwhelming, confusing, and often painful. Whether you are battling depression, anxiety, past or current trauma, or feel as if you are drowning without a rescue in sight, you find yourself searching for a lifeline. I am here to offer you support in navigating life’s difficult emotions. Just know that you are welcome here.
New Moon Rising Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
Accepting New Clients, Flexible Pricing, Evening + Weekends Available. Are you finding it challenging to manage stress or anxiety? Do you feel like you're constantly running on empty, lacking the energy and motivation to truly enjoy life? Or perhaps you're longing for a sense of purpose and fulfillment, but you're not sure where to start? If you're feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life, struggling to find balance, or simply seeking a deeper sense of well-being, you're in the right place. Our dynamic team of clinicians utilizes evidence-based approaches including EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, IFS, and more.
Accepting New Clients, Flexible Pricing, Evening + Weekends Available. Are you finding it challenging to manage stress or anxiety? Do you feel like you're constantly running on empty, lacking the energy and motivation to truly enjoy life? Or perhaps you're longing for a sense of purpose and fulfillment, but you're not sure where to start? If you're feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life, struggling to find balance, or simply seeking a deeper sense of well-being, you're in the right place. Our dynamic team of clinicians utilizes evidence-based approaches including EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, IFS, and more.
Online Therapists
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Alex Ruh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
I have advanced training in DBT, EMDR, and Somatic therapy.
I'm extremely passionate about helping others live to their truest potential. Life has a way of putting many of us in a chronic fight or flight mode, and I strive to bring people back to their space of equilibrium. That place you go when you close your eyes and think about a life without as much chaos doesn't have to be a mere daydream, we can work together to make it reality.
I have advanced training in DBT, EMDR, and Somatic therapy.
I'm extremely passionate about helping others live to their truest potential. Life has a way of putting many of us in a chronic fight or flight mode, and I strive to bring people back to their space of equilibrium. That place you go when you close your eyes and think about a life without as much chaos doesn't have to be a mere daydream, we can work together to make it reality.
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Elizabeth Redwine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37209 (Online Only)
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, CBT, Solutions-focused Therapy as well as the support and validation of of the therapist/client relationship to provide skills and confidence that can help ease the weight you are carrying.
I have unique experience supporting people who are finding it difficult to care for themselves while they take care of others. This includes helping professionals experiencing professional burnout or secondary trauma, family members caring for those with serious forms of mental or physical illness, and parents managing life changes such as pregnancy, birth and child-rearing, or feeling overwhelmed by day to day life. I am specially certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) which includes pregnancy related and postpartum issues, and have experience treating both mood disorder and psychosis in outpatient and inpatient settings.
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, CBT, Solutions-focused Therapy as well as the support and validation of of the therapist/client relationship to provide skills and confidence that can help ease the weight you are carrying.
I have unique experience supporting people who are finding it difficult to care for themselves while they take care of others. This includes helping professionals experiencing professional burnout or secondary trauma, family members caring for those with serious forms of mental or physical illness, and parents managing life changes such as pregnancy, birth and child-rearing, or feeling overwhelmed by day to day life. I am specially certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) which includes pregnancy related and postpartum issues, and have experience treating both mood disorder and psychosis in outpatient and inpatient settings.
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Hello, I'm Dr. Yanet Vanegas, and I understand that seeking support for mental well-being can be a challenging journey. I'm a child and adolescent psychologist and a perinatal mental health certified provider. My approach goes beyond merely treating symptoms. It’s about sparking lasting change and fostering personal growth. I create personalized treatment plans using the latest therapeutic techniques, including CBT, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for OCD, and DBT.
Hello, I'm Dr. Yanet Vanegas, and I understand that seeking support for mental well-being can be a challenging journey. I'm a child and adolescent psychologist and a perinatal mental health certified provider. My approach goes beyond merely treating symptoms. It’s about sparking lasting change and fostering personal growth. I create personalized treatment plans using the latest therapeutic techniques, including CBT, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for OCD, and DBT.
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Dr. Ashley S. Childers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
Treatment methodologies vary depending on client needs & include aspects of CBT, Narrative Therapy, DBT/RO-DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, ACT, MI & Relational Therapy.
Are you interested in discovering more about yourself? Improve self-esteem, dignity? Set better boundaries? Explore patterns? I see 18 years+ Treatment areas include exploration of Shame, Self-Esteem, Self-Compassion, Trauma, PTSD, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Issues, Shyness, Phobias, Grief and Loss, Boundaries, & Interpersonal Issues. I work well with men and women who want to find more joy in life while increasing mood stability, self-curiosity, & healthy relationships. My philosophy incorporates an egalitarian, collaborative approach steeped in Relational-Cultural Theory; & a belief that clients are the experts on themselves.
Treatment methodologies vary depending on client needs & include aspects of CBT, Narrative Therapy, DBT/RO-DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, ACT, MI & Relational Therapy.
Are you interested in discovering more about yourself? Improve self-esteem, dignity? Set better boundaries? Explore patterns? I see 18 years+ Treatment areas include exploration of Shame, Self-Esteem, Self-Compassion, Trauma, PTSD, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Issues, Shyness, Phobias, Grief and Loss, Boundaries, & Interpersonal Issues. I work well with men and women who want to find more joy in life while increasing mood stability, self-curiosity, & healthy relationships. My philosophy incorporates an egalitarian, collaborative approach steeped in Relational-Cultural Theory; & a belief that clients are the experts on themselves.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.