I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 20 years. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where my clients can gain new insight and build skills to manage the many challenges life can present. My approach is collaborative and strengths-based. Whether you are struggling with depression, feeling anxious, or trying to adjust to a new situation, I'm here to support you with empathy and evidence-based care. I draw from modalities such as CBT, mindfulness, trauma informed care an...
Most of the students I work with are figuring out who they are while juggling school, family, friendships, and their future. Many feel the weight of being “the strong one” for everyone else, but behind closed doors they’re tired, anxious, or questioning if they’re enough. Some are navigating being away from home for the first time, carrying family expectations, or balancing the pressure to succeed with the need to just breathe. Others feel out of place on campus and want a space where they don’t...
Hello! I am Gwen Pontikes, the dedicated practitioner behind Therapy with Gwen, Trauma & Addiction. As a licensed counselor, I provide psychotherapy services tailored to address challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. Leveraging my expertise in EMDR and somatic developmental trauma therapy, I aim to foster holistic growth by connecting thoughts, emotions, physical health, and spirit. Together, we will establish goals, monitor progress, and utilize your unique strengths to hel...
Hi, I’m Ryan! If you’re living with ADHD, autism, trauma, OCD, sleep issues, or a brain that just never seems to turn off, you aren’t alone. Maybe you’ve felt this way your whole life, or maybe you’re facing new circumstances that have highlighted difficulties you didn’t know were there. Many people I work with feel exhausted from holding it all together, frustrated by procrastination or sensory overload, or overwhelmed by anxiety and emotions that feel bigger than they can manage. Our sessions ...
PSYCHē is a private network of therapists across multiple states. Our job is to pair our clients with great clinicians all over the country. Let us do the work for you. Whether it’s individual therapy, couples therapy, adolescent, or family therapy—we've got you covered. Need Telehealth? Most of our therapists see people online, so that's no problem. We also offer Standard DBT and Radically Open DBT skills groups online on multiple days throughout the week ranging from $100-$125. New memb...
Many of my clients report feeling "stuck". Stuck in relationships, jobs, school, families, past trauma, thoughts, feelings, behaviors, etc. I feel honored to partner with my clients to make individualized plans to help you reach the goals that you have for your life....
College can be one of the most exciting—and overwhelming—seasons of life. Between academic pressure, changing friendships, family expectations, relationships, and figuring out who you are, it’s easy to feel stressed, anxious, or unsure of yourself. You don’t have to navigate that alone. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience supporting teens and young adults through life’s transitions. My approach is strength-based and relationship-focused, meaning I see...
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I am a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience, specializing in trauma-informed care. My focus is to create a safe, empowering space for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and trauma. Through an approach that centers on understanding the impact of life experiences, recognizing client symptoms, and helping individuals build self-awareness and resilience through a trauma-sensitive lens. I believe in a holistic, client-centered ap...
I love working with people facing challenges in their relationships, whether romantic or otherwise. My goal is to help you identify what you truly want, where you encounter obstacles, and to help you address any self-imposed obstacles. We'll work together to make change happen fast so that what you want is more likely to become reality. I won’t just nod along, so if you're looking for someone who doesn't skirt around the issues, you're on the right profile. I have experience working with a wi...
Right now you may be overwhelmed by spiraling thoughts and debilitating fear -- struggling to process your emotions. People see you as smart and successful, but inside you feel like you're barely hanging on. You’d like to understand yourself more and learn skills that help you feel stronger and healthier. This is the work that I do. I specialize in helping smart, caring women who struggle with anxiety learn to find more balance. Clients who’ve worked with me have reported that they understan...
There are many changes and transitions that take place during college, and I am here to support you through any struggle that you are facing. You are not alone, and I invite you to please take a look at my website and Psychology Today for more information: https://www.amescenterforcounseling.com/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/ames-center-for-counseling-nashville-tn/733400 "Change is hard at first, messy in the middle, and gorgeous at the end" - Robin Sharma...
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in both private practice and the public school system. I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients across many backgrounds, and I especially enjoy working with college students and young adults who are navigating self-esteem, identity exploration, life transitions, and/or social anxiety. My approach blends practical coping tools with deeper self-understanding. I often incorporate personality frameworks, attachment styles, and love languages ...
You’re capable, intelligent, and driven — but lately anxiety, pressure, or self-doubt may feel overwhelming. Maybe you’ve always been the “high-achiever,” yet no matter how much you accomplish, it never quite feels like enough. Between academics, relationships, family expectations, and planning your future, it’s exhausting to carry so much on your own. What if you could pursue your goals without constant worry, comparison, or burnout? I specialize in working with college women navigating a...
My clients don't come to therapy to hear someone nod and agree with everything they say—that isn't worth their time or money. They want real help. They want to know "what to do" and "how to fix it" because they are struggling with depression, severe anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, suicidal thoughts, parenting issues, and other painful situations. They're looking for a true expert that they can actually talk to. I'm a member of PSYPACT which means I can see clients in every state that ...
If you've experienced abuse, assault, or trauma, you know the impact can feel overwhelming, affecting your sense of self, emotional wellbeing, and the relationships in your life. I specialize in supporting individuals healing from sexual, physical, emotional, or spiritual abuse and trauma, helping you rediscover freedom and connection. I also enjoy working with individuals exploring their gender or sexual identity and the LGBTQIA2S+ community, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to pro...
Zephyr Care specializes in neurodiversity-affirming assessments for ADHD, autism, learning differences, and mental health for adults and children. We have immediate openings for appointments and can see people in TN and most other states. We specialize in high masking autism and understand the unique presentations of autistic women/girls as well as profiles like pathological demand avoidance (PDA)....
At New Chapter Therapy, I provide holistic, client-centered care for adults seeking support with trauma, anxiety, perinatal mental health, and major life transitions. Using an integrative approach, including EMDR, CBT, DBT, and narrative-based work, I help clients reconnect with their strengths and create new, empowered chapters in their lives. Sessions are available in Hendersonville, Nashville, and virtually....
Are you stressing over a big life transition coming up? Are you feeling overwhelmed with racing thoughts and don’t know what to do next? Life can be overwhelming, and a lot of us could use someone to work through it with. Therapy can provide that safe place to talk through whatever you’re facing and to find a healthy way to move ahead. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, or navigating relationships, I offer individualized support and tools to help you with your s...
Corisa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and attachment ruptures/issues. She earned her master’s degree from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 2020 and has worked in the trauma field in nonprofit settings since 2015. She has worked with the Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, The Sexual Assault Center, and Catholic Charities of Middle Tennessee providing crisis support as well as trauma-focused treatment for ...