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Jacqulyn Weisel
Pre-Licensed Professional, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nolensville, TN 37135
Welcome! Using a trauma-focused approach, I currently offer art therapy and talk therapy at Carpe Artista with Ellie Mental Health. I love working with adolescents and teens in ages ranging from 8 to 18, but that does not mean I do not have experience working with adults! I have previous experience in an adult psych rehab, a young adult/adult substance recovery center, a partial hospitalization, and most recently a high school with students and families. I have worked with a wide variety of diagnoses. My passion is to lead clients in finding their voice for themselves and hopefully falling in love with something new and creative.
Welcome! Using a trauma-focused approach, I currently offer art therapy and talk therapy at Carpe Artista with Ellie Mental Health. I love working with adolescents and teens in ages ranging from 8 to 18, but that does not mean I do not have experience working with adults! I have previous experience in an adult psych rehab, a young adult/adult substance recovery center, a partial hospitalization, and most recently a high school with students and families. I have worked with a wide variety of diagnoses. My passion is to lead clients in finding their voice for themselves and hopefully falling in love with something new and creative.
(629) 302-0654 View (629) 302-0654
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Allison Hunnicutt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP, CSAT-S, CMAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nolensville, TN 37135
In my personal and professional life, I have found one thing to be true: Life can be hard. I have a passion for supporting others in resolving pain and reclaiming fullness in life. While pain is an inevitable part of the human experience, suffering is optional. I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families heal from relational and other traumas, problematic sexual behaviors, addictions, and intimacy disorders. I see brokenhearted adults and children as they learn to cope with an unstable world. My heart is to heal the broken hearted and give hope where hope was once lost.
In my personal and professional life, I have found one thing to be true: Life can be hard. I have a passion for supporting others in resolving pain and reclaiming fullness in life. While pain is an inevitable part of the human experience, suffering is optional. I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families heal from relational and other traumas, problematic sexual behaviors, addictions, and intimacy disorders. I see brokenhearted adults and children as they learn to cope with an unstable world. My heart is to heal the broken hearted and give hope where hope was once lost.
(615) 395-2912 View (615) 395-2912

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Cara Clarkson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
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It can feel helpless when looking for support for anxiety causes anxiety itself. I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced this and have been previously hesitant towards or suspicious of therapy. Whether you are a teenager with social or performance anxiety or an adult navigating the stressors of life transitions and relationships, it is my goal to hold an open, validating space for you to identify what is happening within you as you tell your story, identify pain points along the way, and develop coping skills to tolerate your distress.
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Jennifer Rundberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPCMHSP, (temp), ATR-P
Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
I think most of us would say it’s hard work being a child, adolescent, or parent today. Does it often feel like that the frustration levels at your home some times push higher and higher? Kids refusing to go to bed, teens unable to speak, chores or school work not completed, or worse—feelings of hopelessness with your child who is not able to enjoy life as usual? Has it become more difficult for your child or yourself to manage through another day due to grief, anxiety, or events? It can be hard working through these large feelings, and I would like to work with you to help navigate through whatever is happening.
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Rachel Gladys Therapeutic Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37024
Being a kid is supposed to be a magical time filled with fun, learning, exploring, and giggles. As a parent, is there anything worse than realizing something has gotten in the way of your child's magic? When you can't figure out how you and your child got here, parenting becomes unbearably hard. Worse than that is feeling like you don't know how to help your child. You and your child need support, guidance, and someone who believes the magic isn't lost forever. When life gets challenging, I work with kids, teens, families, and parents. I believe that the magic isn't lost, and healing is possible for your child and family.
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Christa Riches
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
When challenges, uncertainty, and major changes occur in our lives, it can be hard to know how to move forward. I am here not to provide “the answer”, but to be the guide and companion on your healing journey – the one shining the light down the path as we navigate the unknown together and find your answers together. We will set goals, face challenges head-on, and explore what it looks like to apply new skills and practice healthy and sustainable care of self within a safe environment.
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Verified Verified
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Franklin, TN 37067
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Verified Verified
Brentwood, TN 37027
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Being Balanced Psychological Services PLLC
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064
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Kara Cross
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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I am a licensed psychotherapist, registered art therapist, artist, former art teacher, and of course, I love using art in my sessions. I can provide a safe, non judgemental space for you to work through whatever life issues you are processing. I believe in empowering my clients to find their voice and foster the potential they already have through realizing self worth, building confidence, and embracing our whole selves. I am excited to hear from you.
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Kathy Huckaby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
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Morgan Gardner
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Verified Verified
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Barb Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
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Brentwood, TN 37027
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Lizzie Harrigan
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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Jenny Matern
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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I am passionate about working with women, parents and children. I walk alongside women as they struggle with relationships or difficult life transitions. I assist parents in exploring new techniques for raising their children. And, I also work directly with the children using play to work through trauma or explore behavioral concerns.
I am passionate about working with women, parents and children. I walk alongside women as they struggle with relationships or difficult life transitions. I assist parents in exploring new techniques for raising their children. And, I also work directly with the children using play to work through trauma or explore behavioral concerns.
(615) 249-5145 View (615) 249-5145
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Molly Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
I have worked with many adolescents, young adults, families and couples desiring to have a better self esteem, coping skills, communication skills, parenting skills, and a trustworthy relationship with others. Many of them are fighting the battle of anxiety, depression, difficult life changes, parenting, victimization, suicidal thoughts, and PTSD. They desire a place of peace, to heal, change, and grow into the family, couple or individual they want to be.
I have worked with many adolescents, young adults, families and couples desiring to have a better self esteem, coping skills, communication skills, parenting skills, and a trustworthy relationship with others. Many of them are fighting the battle of anxiety, depression, difficult life changes, parenting, victimization, suicidal thoughts, and PTSD. They desire a place of peace, to heal, change, and grow into the family, couple or individual they want to be.
(615) 640-3178 View (615) 640-3178
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Lauren Albert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, BC-DMT, LPC
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37064
Hello! If you or your loved one is navigating challenges with emotional eating, disordered eating or want to improve your relationship to food and your body, you are in the right place. I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and trauma. With over 8 years of experience, I offer a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space for clients to explore, heal and begin a more peaceful relationship to food and a positive self-image. My approach is integrative, combining evidence-based practices with innovative body-based techniques to address the interplay between the mind and body.
Hello! If you or your loved one is navigating challenges with emotional eating, disordered eating or want to improve your relationship to food and your body, you are in the right place. I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and trauma. With over 8 years of experience, I offer a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space for clients to explore, heal and begin a more peaceful relationship to food and a positive self-image. My approach is integrative, combining evidence-based practices with innovative body-based techniques to address the interplay between the mind and body.
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Chloe Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
Chloe provides a safe and empowering environment that allows for positive change and personal growth by meeting her clients where they are. Her passion is helping others become confident in who they are and how they function in the world. She uses a fun and creative approach using art therapy alongside traditional counseling, which allows clients to express themselves beyond words. Some children and adolescents do not know how to explain what they are feeling or struggling with; Chloe helps them work through those feelings so they can better themselves and how they relate to others in their lives.
Chloe provides a safe and empowering environment that allows for positive change and personal growth by meeting her clients where they are. Her passion is helping others become confident in who they are and how they function in the world. She uses a fun and creative approach using art therapy alongside traditional counseling, which allows clients to express themselves beyond words. Some children and adolescents do not know how to explain what they are feeling or struggling with; Chloe helps them work through those feelings so they can better themselves and how they relate to others in their lives.
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Teen Therapists

What does therapy for teenagers look like?

When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?

There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?

You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.