Narrative Therapists in Nashville, TN
![Photo of Staci Buford, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ba3ac89b-6083-4622-9e94-5f10be8d2804/2/320x400.jpeg)
My work is shaped by the belief that human connection is biologically imperative. My goal is to help you connect with yourself so you can build deep, fulfilling, lasting relationships with others. I have a holistic approach to healing, advocating that mental, physical, spiritual, and relational health are the keys to optimal well-being.
My work is shaped by the belief that human connection is biologically imperative. My goal is to help you connect with yourself so you can build deep, fulfilling, lasting relationships with others. I have a holistic approach to healing, advocating that mental, physical, spiritual, and relational health are the keys to optimal well-being.
![Photo of Sarah Gray, MMFT, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/aeed586f-cf7c-44ef-8789-d308bf71853c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Currently accepting new individual clients! I am also now available to couples seeking premarital or prebaby counseling. I love helping individuals and couples answer big questions about their identities, values, and the stories that have shaped them. Whether you're here to process life transitions, trauma, relationships, or just the hard parts of being human, I will meet you where you are, and you will always have a voice in my room.
Currently accepting new individual clients! I am also now available to couples seeking premarital or prebaby counseling. I love helping individuals and couples answer big questions about their identities, values, and the stories that have shaped them. Whether you're here to process life transitions, trauma, relationships, or just the hard parts of being human, I will meet you where you are, and you will always have a voice in my room.
![Photo of Matt Dean, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/23fdb824-3dcb-4dfd-bf8d-8bdae24a1010/1/320x400.jpeg)
It may be that your ADHD, anxiety or depression is in control of your life and making it difficult to complete simple tasks during the day. Your relationships don’t seem to work out. You lose control of your anger, driving others away, ultimately leaving you full of shame and alone. Or you have harmful emotions and/or behaviors that are running your life. I work exclusively with men to help them address the issues unique to them in order to achieve emotional maturity and lead full lives. I am also passionate about fly fishing, woodworking, and spending time with family and friends.
It may be that your ADHD, anxiety or depression is in control of your life and making it difficult to complete simple tasks during the day. Your relationships don’t seem to work out. You lose control of your anger, driving others away, ultimately leaving you full of shame and alone. Or you have harmful emotions and/or behaviors that are running your life. I work exclusively with men to help them address the issues unique to them in order to achieve emotional maturity and lead full lives. I am also passionate about fly fishing, woodworking, and spending time with family and friends.
![Photo of Sara Baldwin - Hope Clinic for Women, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6ec622ab-8608-4afb-8fa3-a94fc81a258f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Located in Nashville, TN our licensed counselors see Individuals, Couples, and Families. We offer counseling for: Pregnancy Loss (Miscarriage, Infant Death, Stillbirth, Failed IVF, Abortion), Adoption-Related Loss, Support for Infertility and Reproductive Health Concerns, Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), STD Diagnoses, Grief, Loss, Relationship issues, Sexual Abuse and Assault, Boundaries, Assertiveness and Communication, Self Esteem, and Pornography/Sexual Addiction. We are a faith-based, safe, and confidential place, providing professional counseling regardless of age, race, or religion.
Located in Nashville, TN our licensed counselors see Individuals, Couples, and Families. We offer counseling for: Pregnancy Loss (Miscarriage, Infant Death, Stillbirth, Failed IVF, Abortion), Adoption-Related Loss, Support for Infertility and Reproductive Health Concerns, Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), STD Diagnoses, Grief, Loss, Relationship issues, Sexual Abuse and Assault, Boundaries, Assertiveness and Communication, Self Esteem, and Pornography/Sexual Addiction. We are a faith-based, safe, and confidential place, providing professional counseling regardless of age, race, or religion.
![Photo of Ashley Fox, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/67bcfcb6-2553-4f7f-b1f7-e2e40b7f53de/1/320x400.jpeg)
First and foremost, I want to acknowledge your bravery in taking the step to search for a therapist. Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth is not an easy task, but the rewards can be immeasurable. It would be my privilege to meet with you and discuss what has led you to this pivotal moment in your life. Whether you're grappling with personal relationships, facing a crossroads, feeling stuck, or navigating a challenging season, or simply longing for connection and to be truly seen and heard, I am here to meet you where you are.
First and foremost, I want to acknowledge your bravery in taking the step to search for a therapist. Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth is not an easy task, but the rewards can be immeasurable. It would be my privilege to meet with you and discuss what has led you to this pivotal moment in your life. Whether you're grappling with personal relationships, facing a crossroads, feeling stuck, or navigating a challenging season, or simply longing for connection and to be truly seen and heard, I am here to meet you where you are.
![Photo of Mart Sesler, MS, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f48a1ffb-e2ee-4618-b404-18939c6a5718/1/320x400.jpeg)
Within each of us is an innate desire to be deeply known; to share our story; to be fully seen by another. It is in this achingly vulnerable space where we experience acceptance; belonging; intimate connection. When our lived experiences hold unaddressed narratives of neglect, abuse, abandonment, rigid intolerance or profound loss, the natural longing for connection can become distorted or overridden. What emerges from our understandable aversion to risk and rejection is the imperative to channel all our energy towards managing or keeping hidden the unacceptable parts of ourselves and our story. If this resonates, you are not alone.
Within each of us is an innate desire to be deeply known; to share our story; to be fully seen by another. It is in this achingly vulnerable space where we experience acceptance; belonging; intimate connection. When our lived experiences hold unaddressed narratives of neglect, abuse, abandonment, rigid intolerance or profound loss, the natural longing for connection can become distorted or overridden. What emerges from our understandable aversion to risk and rejection is the imperative to channel all our energy towards managing or keeping hidden the unacceptable parts of ourselves and our story. If this resonates, you are not alone.
![Photo of Shae Pugliese, MS, MFT, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/324d5cef-7bef-48ee-940f-12ab661c02f3/2/320x400.png)
Shae Pugliese
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37204 (Online Only)
Welcome! I know how overwhelming it can be to find a therapist and I am so glad you are here and want to take the next step towards healing. I also want to remind you that whatever you need support with now, you are not alone. I am dedicated to helping clients move from merely surviving to truly thriving. I offer a safe and compassionate space for your healing journey. I work with individuals, couples, and families from all walks of life and acknowledge the importance of meeting clients where they are.
Welcome! I know how overwhelming it can be to find a therapist and I am so glad you are here and want to take the next step towards healing. I also want to remind you that whatever you need support with now, you are not alone. I am dedicated to helping clients move from merely surviving to truly thriving. I offer a safe and compassionate space for your healing journey. I work with individuals, couples, and families from all walks of life and acknowledge the importance of meeting clients where they are.
![Photo of Callie Cox, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/52f1df16-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
One of my favorite song lyrics right now is from the Lumineers, "it is better to feel pain than nothing at all." My work with clients looks like providing them someone to walk through the pain with so that they can create room for the joy that will follow. I work with clients through the attachment and emotional lens to help them create love and relationship that feels safe again.
One of my favorite song lyrics right now is from the Lumineers, "it is better to feel pain than nothing at all." My work with clients looks like providing them someone to walk through the pain with so that they can create room for the joy that will follow. I work with clients through the attachment and emotional lens to help them create love and relationship that feels safe again.
![Photo of Leah Walker - Guided Path Counseling, LPCMHSP, LPCC-S, LCHMC-S, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/710e2bcb-1666-49be-ad74-dfc677c93fd5/2/320x400.jpeg)
Guided Path Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, LPCC-S, LCHMC-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37209 (Online Only)
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.
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.
![Photo of Brendan McCarthy - Brendan McCarthy (Sessions Psychology), MS, LPC, MHSP, NCC, CET-II, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/34218070-53be-4ba8-9982-12259bca6431/1/320x400.jpeg)
Brendan McCarthy (Sessions Psychology)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP, NCC, CET-II
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37216
Brendan McCarthy is a licensed clinical psychotherapist (LPC-MHSP) in the East Nashville, TN area. Brendan treats a wide variety of mental health issues and works with a broad spectrum of clients. Brendan is the owner and director of the group therapy practice, Sessions Psychology. Sessions is a boutique group therapy practice that is home to a team of elite Nashville therapists. Brendan is a Nationally Certified Counselor, as well as a Certified Experiential Therapist (CET3). Additionally, Brendan is a part of the clinical staff at the nationally recognized Onsite Workshops.
Brendan McCarthy is a licensed clinical psychotherapist (LPC-MHSP) in the East Nashville, TN area. Brendan treats a wide variety of mental health issues and works with a broad spectrum of clients. Brendan is the owner and director of the group therapy practice, Sessions Psychology. Sessions is a boutique group therapy practice that is home to a team of elite Nashville therapists. Brendan is a Nationally Certified Counselor, as well as a Certified Experiential Therapist (CET3). Additionally, Brendan is a part of the clinical staff at the nationally recognized Onsite Workshops.
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Dr. Sarah E. Bollinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37209 (Online Only)
My hope is that our work together can reignite those things that bring you the most joy and life. Often this process involves working through the impact of loss, pain, or trauma in a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. I work extensively with artists, musicians, womxn and queer folx, and much of my experience centers around religious trauma and spiritual wounding. My work is informed by humanistic and existential perspectives of psychotherapy, and I often incorporate the use of mindfulness techniques. I am also trained in a number of evidence-based clinical treatments including IFS, ACT, and EMDR.
My hope is that our work together can reignite those things that bring you the most joy and life. Often this process involves working through the impact of loss, pain, or trauma in a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. I work extensively with artists, musicians, womxn and queer folx, and much of my experience centers around religious trauma and spiritual wounding. My work is informed by humanistic and existential perspectives of psychotherapy, and I often incorporate the use of mindfulness techniques. I am also trained in a number of evidence-based clinical treatments including IFS, ACT, and EMDR.
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As your therapist, I welcome you to show up as you are, unapologetically, and I will do the same. Whether you are just starting your healing journey, or are looking for a change of direction, I am here to witness your journey. I enjoy working with those aged 16 and up, and those who are dealing with addiction and recovery, anxiety, grief, relationship concerns, trauma, and specifically religious trauma.
As your therapist, I welcome you to show up as you are, unapologetically, and I will do the same. Whether you are just starting your healing journey, or are looking for a change of direction, I am here to witness your journey. I enjoy working with those aged 16 and up, and those who are dealing with addiction and recovery, anxiety, grief, relationship concerns, trauma, and specifically religious trauma.
![Photo of Carrie Fraser, LMFT, SD, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/700c18e8-8712-4496-b98c-c41c7c721edc/2/320x400.jpeg)
Asking for help and support is a courageous first step toward wholeness. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals and couples to navigate their unique struggles and challenges. We will work together to help you identify your goals for building a healthier and more fulfilling life. In our time together we will develop techniques to help you practice and integrate skills to meet your goals. I am trained in Somatic and Attachment focused EMDR trauma therapy with experience working with clients who have experienced trauma or addiction/codependency directly or within their family systems. I am certified in dream work.
Asking for help and support is a courageous first step toward wholeness. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals and couples to navigate their unique struggles and challenges. We will work together to help you identify your goals for building a healthier and more fulfilling life. In our time together we will develop techniques to help you practice and integrate skills to meet your goals. I am trained in Somatic and Attachment focused EMDR trauma therapy with experience working with clients who have experienced trauma or addiction/codependency directly or within their family systems. I am certified in dream work.
![Photo of Jasmine Randle, LPC, MHSP, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/47f418ad-dc03-403f-b70f-41dc466f5928/3/320x400.jpeg)
Jasmine Randle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37214
Arriving at the place of wholeness oftentimes is a journey. That path has “detours” and “construction” blocks along the way. Some of us barrel through those and some of us turn around. Either direction leaves us in a place where we need healing. We all have the strength to conquer our adversities and I want to partner with you.
Arriving at the place of wholeness oftentimes is a journey. That path has “detours” and “construction” blocks along the way. Some of us barrel through those and some of us turn around. Either direction leaves us in a place where we need healing. We all have the strength to conquer our adversities and I want to partner with you.
![Photo of Teresa Prendes-Walls, MAEdS, LPC, MHSP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3eb8f509-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
My approach to counseling is very interactive and individualized. I like to provide an environment full of creativity, flexibility and humor during the counseling process. Challenging your self-perception, understanding your emotions, and changing your unhelpful behaviors requires tough work, but you won't be doing it alone. Together we will explore the patterns in your life that are keeping you stuck and find healthier ways to achieve what you need so that you can begin creating a life you love.
My approach to counseling is very interactive and individualized. I like to provide an environment full of creativity, flexibility and humor during the counseling process. Challenging your self-perception, understanding your emotions, and changing your unhelpful behaviors requires tough work, but you won't be doing it alone. Together we will explore the patterns in your life that are keeping you stuck and find healthier ways to achieve what you need so that you can begin creating a life you love.
![Photo of Katy Odenbaugh, MSSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/58ce2ec6-ef89-4d81-8e15-4a845c069734/1/320x400.jpeg)
Katy (she/her) is a pre-licensed clinician with experience working with individuals in different stages of life with a wide variety of clinical concerns. She uses a person-centered approach to her work, combining holistic and mindfulness-based techniques.
Katy (she/her) is a pre-licensed clinician with experience working with individuals in different stages of life with a wide variety of clinical concerns. She uses a person-centered approach to her work, combining holistic and mindfulness-based techniques.
![Photo of Julianne Reed, MMFT, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4bc40014-cbec-45b6-b016-113fce3c5b54/2/320x400.jpeg)
Growth requires a willingness to be vulnerable and honest, both with ourselves and others. True healing can only occur when we are brave enough to shine a light on the darkest corners of our souls. My professional experience includes working with previously incarcerated individuals, those facing addiction, and clients dealing with trauma and relational issues. Therapy works when clients bring their courage, openness, and honesty into session. The work is not always a pleasant stroll in the park; rather, it's a challenging trek that requires resilience and determination.
Growth requires a willingness to be vulnerable and honest, both with ourselves and others. True healing can only occur when we are brave enough to shine a light on the darkest corners of our souls. My professional experience includes working with previously incarcerated individuals, those facing addiction, and clients dealing with trauma and relational issues. Therapy works when clients bring their courage, openness, and honesty into session. The work is not always a pleasant stroll in the park; rather, it's a challenging trek that requires resilience and determination.
![Photo of Matt Samek, TLMFT, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d4d521c8-b8e7-43af-abee-69d4040a28b9/1/320x400.png)
The clients I work with are looking for a comfortable environment where they can be heard, understood and supported. They are also looking for tools and resources to help them produce positive change in their lives.
The clients I work with are looking for a comfortable environment where they can be heard, understood and supported. They are also looking for tools and resources to help them produce positive change in their lives.
![Photo of Missy Caldwell, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/56393669-1ef2-44f2-945f-625c589bffc5/2/320x400.jpeg)
Missy has worked in the field of mental health for over fifteen years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She is experienced in working with individuals, couples and youth in the areas of trauma, attachment, depression, anxiety, grief, relational issues, body image, personal growth and self care. In addition to being a mental health clinician, Missy is a registered yoga teacher, with well over 500 hours of training, and an additional 300 hour certification in yoga therapy.
Missy has worked in the field of mental health for over fifteen years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She is experienced in working with individuals, couples and youth in the areas of trauma, attachment, depression, anxiety, grief, relational issues, body image, personal growth and self care. In addition to being a mental health clinician, Missy is a registered yoga teacher, with well over 500 hours of training, and an additional 300 hour certification in yoga therapy.
![Photo of Jenn MacMaster, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e790c184-535e-4533-b6c9-c140d47b25a9/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jenn MacMaster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
"Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional." Haruki Murakami. I will hold a safe space for you to process life and its inevitable pains--change, loss, grief, and trauma. I will join you without judgement: where you are, as you are. Our time together will be collaborative and supportive—a partnership. You will gain an experience of trust and of personal power. You will be equipped with tools and skills relative to the goals that you establish, enabling you to thrive independently. Relationships, "stuckness", trauma, etc. will be addressed and resolved. Together, we will manifest your inherent creativity, purpose, and joy.
"Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional." Haruki Murakami. I will hold a safe space for you to process life and its inevitable pains--change, loss, grief, and trauma. I will join you without judgement: where you are, as you are. Our time together will be collaborative and supportive—a partnership. You will gain an experience of trust and of personal power. You will be equipped with tools and skills relative to the goals that you establish, enabling you to thrive independently. Relationships, "stuckness", trauma, etc. will be addressed and resolved. Together, we will manifest your inherent creativity, purpose, and joy.
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