Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Nashville, TN

We specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD and anxiety disorders. This approach focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD.

I believe that you have the ability to achieve fulfilling life goals and to make healthy life choices for yourself. As a mental health therapist, my job is to be the tool to assist you in the decision-making process and to achieve those goals. I have worked across all levels of care - from outpatient therapy services all the way up to psychiatric hospitals - while treating a variety of issues for teens and adults.

I know it can feel so isolating to experience anxiety, depression, or just mental health concerns you cannot explain. Although many people experience these things, healing is best fostered in relationships. Together, we can help that "loud speaker" put the microphone away.

I work with individuals and couples using CBT, interpersonal psychodynamic therapy, and EMDR among other techniques. Interests include trauma, anxiety, relationships issues, family of origin issues, and how coping strategies to manage past situations may be tripping us up currently. I am skillful at helping clients find new solutions when they hit impasses. I strive to provide a collaborative, healing relationship where clients can unlearn, relearn, or learn anew as appropriate to be able to experience their full range of emotions and live without too much of their energy being tied up in the past. Humor is often useful in our journey.

I'm here to help you make sense of where you are at in your life and move through in a healthy way. How did you get here? How have you made it this far? What's going well in your life? I help clients who are struggling with difficult emotions, unsure of how to cope in a healthy way, turning to substances, addictions or other maladaptive ways of coping. I'm here to help you uncover your authentic self, embrace this person and take control back over your life.

If you’re struggling with depression anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, chronic illness/disability taking the first step in therapy is intimidating but I will work hard to make this first step as comfortable as possible. I have a passion for working with individuals with Chronic Illness/Chronic Pain/Disability, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions. I believe that true healing happens when the entire person is cared for (mind and body) which informs my integrative approach to therapy.

I specialize in individual therapy for adults and couples counseling in Nashville, Brentwood, Music Row, and surrounding areas, as well as online therapy for residents of Tennessee and Florida. I am certified in Imago Relationship Therapy and Prepare/Enrich Premarital & Marital Counseling. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques and am trained in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) as well. I believe the therapeutic relationship should be supportive, honest, and collaborative. Using a nonjudgemental, affirming, and open approach, my aim is to provide a safe and nurturing atmosphere.

Hi! My name is Katia, and you’ll find me to be a positive, personable, and open-minded young black female therapist who can offer you a safe place to grow and better understand yourself and your relationships. My practice of therapy is goal-centered and brought together with humor and kindness. Being in a position to serve my community is something I hold in high regard, and as your therapist, I am eager to listen, to comfort, and to understand you. Wherever you are in your process, I am here to support you and to help you become the very best version of yourself.

I love working with teens, young adults, and women navigating life transitions, trauma, relationship issues, identity, and deconstruction. I hope to create space for people to be seen, heard, and loved so meaningful change can happen. I strive to empower clients to believe they are capable of growing and healing the areas of their lives they feel stuck in. I integrate many treatment modalities for each client because everyone is unique and their needs are different, but overall, I want therapy to be a collaborative process. My goal is for people to leave my office feeling less alone and have a greater sense of autonomy.

I work with those who suffer from anxiety, trauma recovery, relational issues, grief and loss, and in exploring self-identity. I also enjoy work with individual clients who seek help in their relationship. My goal as a therapist is to create and manage hope for change with you as a client. To teach you tools and skills that help you exercise agency in your every day life to move away from where you currently are and towards where you dream to be. I see clients from a space of wild curiosity, authenticity, and compassion, and hope that they too can one day be curious, authentic and compassionate towards self and towards others.

Ellie Mental Health strives to bridge the gap in mental health services and provide quality care for each and every client. Our goal is to have a therapist that is a great fit for you and every other person that walks through our door. We are passionate about providing services rooted in creativity, compassion, authenticity, humor, determination and acceptance. Ellie therapists provide services to individuals, couples, and families. Our therapists are in-network with many of the major insurance providers, offering more affordable therapy services to our local community. We offer in-person and Telehealth sessions to best suit your needs. Many of our clients come to see us to learn how to cope with anxiety, depression, PTSD, neurodivergent disorders (OCD, ADHD, Autism), personality disorders, as well processing through the day-to-day frustrations we all experience. We have clinicians that are trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, DBT, CBT, and play therapy. We work with children, teens, and adults alike. We want you to not just survive, but actually thrive. That starts with finding a therapist you can vibe with!

In this high-achieving, fast-paced world, you may find yourself struggling with anxiety, burnout, and perfectionism. You might feel like finding balance in life is an impossible goal. Maybe your friends see you as someone who has it all together, but you feel like you're drowning in expectations and overwhelm. While our brains are so adaptive, sometimes we need to partner with someone who sees our struggle underneath the facade. If this sounds like you, I would love to help!

You may be experiencing "stuckness" in your life, feeling caught in thought loops that have left you overwhelmed, anxious, in pain, hopeless. Yet, something brought you here – somewhere within you is an action tendency to move toward healing, growth, and connection. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, OCD, trauma, or existential struggles over identity, relationships, loss, or life transitions, together through therapy, we can tap into that healing energy already within you, reframe and make space for painful experiences, reconstruct ways of moving through the world, and create space for movement toward what matters most to you.

My goal is to provide a warm and personalized approach to therapy. I'm here to listen and work with you, adapting my methods to your unique journey. I specialize in helping adults, particularly those in early adulthood to navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, relationship issues, perfectionism, and major life transitions. My focus is on creating a safe and empathetic space where we can explore and address your needs together.

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 stress and anxiety blocking your path to a fulfilling life? Do you often find yourself merely going through the motions, feeling stuck in negativity and fear? I specialize in transforming these struggles into peace and serenity, guiding you towards the freedom and fulfillment we all deserve. Let’s reconnect you with your dreams and the vibrant life you are meant to live!

My private practice is different than most therapy practices. First, my personal practice is small. My role as President of The Briggs Institute, Inc. allows me to limit my caseload size. This assures that my clients receive the attention they deserve. Second, my experience in academia places me at the forefront of the field of marriage and family therapy. This means that my practice is informed by scientific research that most private practice therapists can't easily access.

A major thread in Ashley’s work has been care for families. Having worked in volunteer and professional capacities with children and families for more than 17 years and as a mother of three young children, Ashley has found herself with a deep care for helping people find their own healing to stop cycles of toxic stress. When children or teens feel out of control or parents feel overwhelmed, working through issues that require learning how to emotionally regulate (i.e. trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, ADD, or OCD) can lead to healing that improves one’s ability to securely connect in relationships.

I have experience working with individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal conflict, and difficult life transitions. I believe that everyone has the potential to heal and grow, and I'm committed to helping clients reach their full potential.