Depression Therapists in Old Hickory, TN
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Now Accepting Aetna Insurance and offering Evening & Weekend Appointments > Have you ever wondered what a psychologist does? Broadly, psychologists help individuals improve emotional, physical, and social functioning. A psychologist might help a client with 1) depression, anxiety, anger, or insomnia 2) a chronic medical/physical condition negatively impacting functioning, or 3) managing acute stress/adjustment related to divorce, retirement, or the death of a loved one. Support, psychoeducation, a fresh perspective, and improved coping skills can help you better manage and overcome factors interfering with your quality of life.
Now Accepting Aetna Insurance and offering Evening & Weekend Appointments > Have you ever wondered what a psychologist does? Broadly, psychologists help individuals improve emotional, physical, and social functioning. A psychologist might help a client with 1) depression, anxiety, anger, or insomnia 2) a chronic medical/physical condition negatively impacting functioning, or 3) managing acute stress/adjustment related to divorce, retirement, or the death of a loved one. Support, psychoeducation, a fresh perspective, and improved coping skills can help you better manage and overcome factors interfering with your quality of life.
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Kristin works with clients struggling with anxiety and depression, mood disorders, substance abuse and addiction, ADHD, and trauma.
Kristin Cuzzourt, LPC-MHSP Kristin Cuzzourt is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University, a Massage Therapy Certificate from Lexington Healing Arts Academy, and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Georgia. Kristin believes all humans have inner strengths and abilities; but sometimes life causes us to lose belief in ourselves. This can show up as anxiety, depression, stress and feeling overwhelmed, or just feeling lost or stuck.
Kristin works with clients struggling with anxiety and depression, mood disorders, substance abuse and addiction, ADHD, and trauma.
Kristin Cuzzourt, LPC-MHSP Kristin Cuzzourt is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University, a Massage Therapy Certificate from Lexington Healing Arts Academy, and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Georgia. Kristin believes all humans have inner strengths and abilities; but sometimes life causes us to lose belief in ourselves. This can show up as anxiety, depression, stress and feeling overwhelmed, or just feeling lost or stuck.
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Nashville BrainCore provides a unique, drugless, painless, noninvasive approach to treating brainwave dysregulation associated with symptoms of many neurological-based conditions like Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Memory Loss, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Panic Attacks, Autism, Post-Stroke, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Traumatic Brain Injury (e.g. Concussions), and many more. The relaxing and therapeutic treatment involves our Neurofeedback Practitioner, first, identifying the brainwave dysregulation with a noninvasive and painless brainwave analysis, and then determining a proper treatment plan that is tailored to your needs.
Nashville BrainCore provides a unique, drugless, painless, noninvasive approach to treating brainwave dysregulation associated with symptoms of many neurological-based conditions like Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Memory Loss, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Panic Attacks, Autism, Post-Stroke, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Traumatic Brain Injury (e.g. Concussions), and many more. The relaxing and therapeutic treatment involves our Neurofeedback Practitioner, first, identifying the brainwave dysregulation with a noninvasive and painless brainwave analysis, and then determining a proper treatment plan that is tailored to your needs.
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Pre-Marital Counseling, Grief, Infidelity, Depression, Feelings of Rejection, Identity Issues, Marital Issues, Finding Purpose, Self-Worth, Suicidal-Ideation.
Welcome... I'm glad you're here! When I have the opportunity, I enjoy leading others into overall wellness. Truthfulness is essential for transformation. How may I assist you? Relationships, Marriage, Depression, Loneliness; what challenges are you facing today? Try not postponing your health and wellbeing. Let's work towards resolution of those things that may be depriving you from living your best. Perhaps, help you cope with the here/now. The toughest part to seeking assistance can be "taking the first step"... Please call/text/or email me today.
Pre-Marital Counseling, Grief, Infidelity, Depression, Feelings of Rejection, Identity Issues, Marital Issues, Finding Purpose, Self-Worth, Suicidal-Ideation.
Welcome... I'm glad you're here! When I have the opportunity, I enjoy leading others into overall wellness. Truthfulness is essential for transformation. How may I assist you? Relationships, Marriage, Depression, Loneliness; what challenges are you facing today? Try not postponing your health and wellbeing. Let's work towards resolution of those things that may be depriving you from living your best. Perhaps, help you cope with the here/now. The toughest part to seeking assistance can be "taking the first step"... Please call/text/or email me today.
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In order to reduce stress, depression, and anxiety I counsel individuals, couples and families, offering tools in our sessions to assist with conflict resolution, anger management, effective communication, self care, and grief recovery. Encouraging each person to take care of themselves physically, emotionally, and spiritually in order to live up to their fullest potential. Whether it's a new obstacle or something lingering from the past, a crisis, or a stronghold, biblically based counseling will rebuild restore and renew hope comfort and freedom from grief despair and anxiety. With Board Certification in Marriage and Family NCCA
In order to reduce stress, depression, and anxiety I counsel individuals, couples and families, offering tools in our sessions to assist with conflict resolution, anger management, effective communication, self care, and grief recovery. Encouraging each person to take care of themselves physically, emotionally, and spiritually in order to live up to their fullest potential. Whether it's a new obstacle or something lingering from the past, a crisis, or a stronghold, biblically based counseling will rebuild restore and renew hope comfort and freedom from grief despair and anxiety. With Board Certification in Marriage and Family NCCA
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I have been in the counseling ministry for 30 years. I am dedicated to assist families and individuals within the community who may suffer with anger and depression and are looking for ways to resolve conflict and find resolution. I can help you with new communication skills, how to learn to improve emotional intelligence and gain spiritual well-being. I also have a desire to work with those who may be suffering with anxiety, grief or loneliness find joy and peace.
I have been in the counseling ministry for 30 years. I am dedicated to assist families and individuals within the community who may suffer with anger and depression and are looking for ways to resolve conflict and find resolution. I can help you with new communication skills, how to learn to improve emotional intelligence and gain spiritual well-being. I also have a desire to work with those who may be suffering with anxiety, grief or loneliness find joy and peace.
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Jason Brandon Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Old Hickory, TN 37138
I have been in the mental health field for over 15 years working with adolescents and adults in individual, family, and couples therapy. I have an eclectic approach to the therapeutic process which is very client centered and collaborative in nature. I am experienced in helping with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, addictions....among numerous other things. The journey of growth and self-discovery can be a difficult road. I am in this field because I sincerely want to help.
I have been in the mental health field for over 15 years working with adolescents and adults in individual, family, and couples therapy. I have an eclectic approach to the therapeutic process which is very client centered and collaborative in nature. I am experienced in helping with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, addictions....among numerous other things. The journey of growth and self-discovery can be a difficult road. I am in this field because I sincerely want to help.
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I believe I can help those with anxiety, depression, experiencing life transitions, and those who feel lost, lonely, or misunderstood to find more meaning and purpose to live a fuller life.
My first responsibility as your counselor is to provide a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space which facilitates your growth process and where you can openly share with someone who listens and cares. As we get to know each other, you’ll find that I believe change can occur when we discover or recover how to be attuned to our true, authentic selves and live from that knowing and those values. I also believe healing and growth can occur when we are seen and known and are caring for our social, physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual selves. Together, we can build knowledge and skills which can help in the long-term.
I believe I can help those with anxiety, depression, experiencing life transitions, and those who feel lost, lonely, or misunderstood to find more meaning and purpose to live a fuller life.
My first responsibility as your counselor is to provide a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space which facilitates your growth process and where you can openly share with someone who listens and cares. As we get to know each other, you’ll find that I believe change can occur when we discover or recover how to be attuned to our true, authentic selves and live from that knowing and those values. I also believe healing and growth can occur when we are seen and known and are caring for our social, physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual selves. Together, we can build knowledge and skills which can help in the long-term.
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Dominic Alleva is a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2015. He holds a Master of Arts in Mental Health Clinical Counseling from Argosy University. Dominic is certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trained in various evidence-based therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. He creates a compassionate and safe environment for personal growth and healing.
Dominic Alleva is a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2015. He holds a Master of Arts in Mental Health Clinical Counseling from Argosy University. Dominic is certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trained in various evidence-based therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. He creates a compassionate and safe environment for personal growth and healing.
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Zainab Suara is a Psychologist in Tennessee. She graduated from the University of Hartford in which she received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Additionally, she earned her Bachelor's degree in Biology from Howard University in Washington, D. C. , her Master of Science in Public Health from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN, and her MA in Clinical Practices in Psychology from the University of Hartford.
Zainab Suara is a Psychologist in Tennessee. She graduated from the University of Hartford in which she received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Additionally, she earned her Bachelor's degree in Biology from Howard University in Washington, D. C. , her Master of Science in Public Health from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN, and her MA in Clinical Practices in Psychology from the University of Hartford.
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LaToya Phillips-Burkeen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPC-MH
Verified Verified
Old Hickory, TN 37138
LaToya Phillips-Burkeen is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee. She has a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science from Tennessee State University. LaToya utilizes strength-based approaches and integrates different treatment modalities to meet the goals and needs of individuals, such as person-centered and solution-focused theories. LaToya believes relationships and connection are very important to an individual's growth and development while managing challenging life transitions and emotions. She provides emotional support and guidance to those experiencing grief and loss.
LaToya Phillips-Burkeen is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee. She has a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science from Tennessee State University. LaToya utilizes strength-based approaches and integrates different treatment modalities to meet the goals and needs of individuals, such as person-centered and solution-focused theories. LaToya believes relationships and connection are very important to an individual's growth and development while managing challenging life transitions and emotions. She provides emotional support and guidance to those experiencing grief and loss.
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Vanessa Yvette Reyes
Pre-Licensed Professional, MMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Old Hickory, TN 37138
I believe that walking alongside my clients as they begin their journey of healing is both an honor and a privilege. I strive to provide a safe and non-judgemental place for my clients while acknowledging their individual barriers and circumstances. I am passionate about meeting clients where they are and seeing clients reach their full potential. I am able to provide services for Individuals, Couples, and Pre-Marital Couples.
I believe that walking alongside my clients as they begin their journey of healing is both an honor and a privilege. I strive to provide a safe and non-judgemental place for my clients while acknowledging their individual barriers and circumstances. I am passionate about meeting clients where they are and seeing clients reach their full potential. I am able to provide services for Individuals, Couples, and Pre-Marital Couples.
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Lisa Corbin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, LADAC
Verified Verified
Old Hickory, TN 37138 (Online Only)
What an honor it is to share space with folks who want to enjoy their lives to the fullest! I'm here to help you improve relationships, regulate emotions, overcome past hurts, and plan for living your best life. I'll work with you to move past barriers so that you can achieve your goals. I am passionate about empowering you to be the greatest version of yourself. If you measure yourself as a "human doing" instead of a "human being”, if you have difficulty setting boundaries with friends and family, if you find yourself repeating the same patterns that are no longer serving you, I'd love to talk with you.
What an honor it is to share space with folks who want to enjoy their lives to the fullest! I'm here to help you improve relationships, regulate emotions, overcome past hurts, and plan for living your best life. I'll work with you to move past barriers so that you can achieve your goals. I am passionate about empowering you to be the greatest version of yourself. If you measure yourself as a "human doing" instead of a "human being”, if you have difficulty setting boundaries with friends and family, if you find yourself repeating the same patterns that are no longer serving you, I'd love to talk with you.
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I welcome all, including those who have no Insurance. But the sessions will be limited. Those who prefer to incorporate Faith matters in sessions are most welcome!
I welcome all, including those who have no Insurance. But the sessions will be limited. Those who prefer to incorporate Faith matters in sessions are most welcome!
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Lauren Alaine Fields
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Old Hickory, TN 37138 (Online Only)
I have been working in the field of mental health and addiction since 2006. I have worked in inpatient alcohol and drug units, geriatric services, primary care, outpatient addiction, and outpatient mental health. I have experience treating a multitude of issues and enjoy clients who are motivated for change. I understand that each individual is unique and will require an individualized approach to treatment. Therefore, I will provide a thorough assessment to see if additional services are needed and work to connect my clients to the appropriate providers. I work closely with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and
I have been working in the field of mental health and addiction since 2006. I have worked in inpatient alcohol and drug units, geriatric services, primary care, outpatient addiction, and outpatient mental health. I have experience treating a multitude of issues and enjoy clients who are motivated for change. I understand that each individual is unique and will require an individualized approach to treatment. Therefore, I will provide a thorough assessment to see if additional services are needed and work to connect my clients to the appropriate providers. I work closely with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and
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It can be very difficult achieving our goals in our own strength. More often than not, it is our own fearful beliefs that hinder us from doing so. Hypnotherapy combined with the transformational Word of God can help you overcome your anxieties, addictions and bad habits and also help you reach your goals resulting in a happier, healthier YOU! Galatians 1:5-7
It can be very difficult achieving our goals in our own strength. More often than not, it is our own fearful beliefs that hinder us from doing so. Hypnotherapy combined with the transformational Word of God can help you overcome your anxieties, addictions and bad habits and also help you reach your goals resulting in a happier, healthier YOU! Galatians 1:5-7
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating children and adolescents. I have been working with children for over 20 years and truly enjoy seeing children move from timid and anxious to confident and self assured. I can help kids deal with divorce, death, abuse, anxiety and many other issues that affect children and adolescents. I will help them to be better at dealing with life as it comes to them and to be more assured when things get hard. I am a Consultant with EMDR which is trauma therapy. I also see adults for EMDR as well with children and adolescents.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating children and adolescents. I have been working with children for over 20 years and truly enjoy seeing children move from timid and anxious to confident and self assured. I can help kids deal with divorce, death, abuse, anxiety and many other issues that affect children and adolescents. I will help them to be better at dealing with life as it comes to them and to be more assured when things get hard. I am a Consultant with EMDR which is trauma therapy. I also see adults for EMDR as well with children and adolescents.
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Dr. Tom Essary at Adhibitus LLC
Pastoral Counselor, PhD, MaCR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Hickory, TN 37138
It is my desire to assist families and individuals who are interested in improving their self-esteem, emotional intelligence, and spiritual well-being. Life is easier and more satisfying when we are at peace with ourselves. It is very important that everyone knows that there is Christian counseling and then there is secular psychology counseling. Adhibitus llc is a Christian Counseling group. At Adhibitus LLC we believe counseling should involve praying about the client’s difficulties and looking to the authority of the Bible for guidance. In this way, Adhibitus LLC seek to encourage clients to build a dependency on God.
It is my desire to assist families and individuals who are interested in improving their self-esteem, emotional intelligence, and spiritual well-being. Life is easier and more satisfying when we are at peace with ourselves. It is very important that everyone knows that there is Christian counseling and then there is secular psychology counseling. Adhibitus llc is a Christian Counseling group. At Adhibitus LLC we believe counseling should involve praying about the client’s difficulties and looking to the authority of the Bible for guidance. In this way, Adhibitus LLC seek to encourage clients to build a dependency on God.
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Life as a new mom can be filled with worries, self-doubt, and unexpected relationship changes. You may be weary from exhaustion, feeling totally overwhelmed or unsure of yourself. You’re probably missing the way things used to be in your relationship with your partner and in your life. But at the end of the day, you’re ready for relief. You’re ready to stop surviving each day; you’re so ready to start enjoying this time with your family. You’re absolutely ready to start thriving in motherhood.
Life as a new mom can be filled with worries, self-doubt, and unexpected relationship changes. You may be weary from exhaustion, feeling totally overwhelmed or unsure of yourself. You’re probably missing the way things used to be in your relationship with your partner and in your life. But at the end of the day, you’re ready for relief. You’re ready to stop surviving each day; you’re so ready to start enjoying this time with your family. You’re absolutely ready to start thriving in motherhood.
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Benton Counseling and Consulting Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Hickory, TN 37138
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.