Find a therapist in Tennessee
If you're not sure where to start, Octave can match you with a therapist in Tennessee based on your needs and preferences, making it easier to move forward with confidence.
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Russell Durdunji
LMFT
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues +11 moreMy therapy style is supportive, down-to-earth, and tailored to the unique needs of each person or relationship I work with. I help individuals, couples, and families navigate stress, relationship issues, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. Whether we’re unpacking patterns, working through conflict, or building new skills, I create a space where you can feel heard and supported. I especially enjoy working with motivated individuals who are ready to explore their inner worlds and build greater self-awareness and insight.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 5PM
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Shelby Saliba-Rogers
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Anxiety +12 moreI like to be gentle yet direct. I am honest and straightforward with clients. I will make conversation light when appropriate and also allow you to delve into your adversities without judgment. It is important to have a deep level of rapport and a good therapeutic alliance with the client. Using a tailored approach allows me to create a plan designed for each client.Next available:Fri Sep 4 @ 5PM
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Lasting Relationships with Clients
Shandi Peters
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Animal Loss +9 moreI believe in offering personalized therapy that focuses on your unique needs and goals. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support clients seeking positive change. I’m dedicated to providing compassionate care and creating a safe, open space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. Together, we’ll work toward growth, self-awareness, and building skills that support your well-being, all through a tailored and meaningful therapeutic experience.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 5PM
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Jana Moon
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Anxiety +15 moreI support individuals as they navigate life’s stressors, relationships, and past experiences. My approach is direct, honest, and collaborative. I create a space where you feel understood and gently challenged so real growth can happen. In our work, I offer thoughtful questions, clear feedback, and help you connect patterns, build insight, and develop practical tools for daily life. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for change, therapy with me focuses on meaningful, lasting growth—not just getting through the week.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 6PM
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Pamela Gray
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Addiction (not substance use), Anger Issues +12 moreI believe therapy should feel supportive, empowering, and tailored to each person’s unique experiences and goals. I work with individuals struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, feeling stuck in life, and addiction issues. My approach to therapy is first and foremost to listen. I understand that attending therapy takes courage, and I respect my clients for taking this step toward their future. I am committed to helping clients move toward greater clarity, confidence, and healing.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 4PM
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Leigh Irvin
LPC
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues +15 moreWelcome — I’m so glad you’re here. Reaching out for support takes courage, and I want to honor that step. My goal is to offer a calm, compassionate space where you can be yourself and explore what’s on your mind and heart. Here, you’ll find understanding without judgment — a place to bring whatever you’re carrying and know it will be met with empathy and respect. Together, we’ll create a safe, supportive environment where you can untangle what feels overwhelming and move toward greater clarity, healing, and self-compassion.Next available:Thu Sep 3 @ 5PM
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Alexander Carey
LCSW
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in Anger Issues, Anxiety +17 moreI’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist, as well as the founder of Ascend Therapy Nashville. I believe therapy is both an art and a science, and it’s my role to create a warm, welcoming, and effective environment for your work. While not an exact science, therapy is most helpful when grounded in solid evidence. I help you rediscover your values, build new tools and insights, and take committed action. I draw from several evidence-based approaches—in other words, I do therapy that works.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 5PM
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Jenae Finney
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Depression +4 moreHello! I'm Jenae—a therapist, coffee enthusiast, and believer in you. I specialize in helping people who feel stuck in survival mode, supporting them in processing pain, fear, or sadness that’s been running their lives. My approach is calm and collaborative, working at your pace with tools like EMDR, mindfulness, and strategies to help your mind and body work together. Therapy with me isn’t about “fixing” you—you’re not broken. It’s about creating safety for your mind and body so healing can begin.Next available:Fri Sep 4 @ 5PM
Corrie Larson
LCSW
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in Animal Loss, Anxiety +16 moreI believe therapy is a space for growth, healing, and reconnecting with your authentic self. I work with women to navigate life transitions, stress, relationship challenges, perfectionism, and burnout. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I integrate a variety of therapeutic modalities to help you identify patterns, gain clarity, and move toward meaningful change in a space that feels safe, supportive, and empowering.Next available:Wed Sep 2 @ 1PM
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Melissa Herb
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Grief +3 moreI will help you through healing, improving, achieving goals, and finding purpose in life. I'm here to assist you in developing skills that will improve your ability to be mindful, regulate emotions, tolerate distress, and be effective in your relationships. Learning these skills builds confidence, and assurance of self, and opens alternatives to getting out of the immediate stuck patterns. As your therapist, I help you to learn and practice these skills. To help ignite motivation, we will use music, art, poetry, and writing.Next available:Wed Sep 2 @ 1PM
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Alesia Jones
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Addiction (not substance use), ADHD +18 moreLife comes with highs and lows—joy, pain, change, and uncertainty. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply seeking clarity, you're not alone. I support clients through trauma, emotional regulation, boundary-setting, and increased awareness of patterns that no longer serve them. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, helping you navigate challenges through your unique lens. Together, we’ll create space for healing, growth, and a life that aligns with who you truly are.Next available:Sun Aug 30 @ 1PM
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Lauren Valencia
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Anxiety +14 moreI use a holistic and client-centered approach and believe the therapeutic relationship is key to making progress. It's this fit between client and therapist that allows you to 'tell it like it is' and for me to provide the space for you to be real. Most importantly, I believe the therapeutic relationship is key to making progress and building resilience in therapy. I also specialize in utilizing Mindfulness and other modalities. I am committed to meeting you where you are on your journey. Together, we can explore at your pace and work towards creating positive change in your life.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 2PM
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It typically takes less than a minute.
Maranda Carney
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Burnout +6 moreI specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety-related disorders. I understand how relentless and consuming anxiety can feel—whether it’s the loop of intrusive thoughts, the weight of compulsions, or a constant sense of unease. As a licensed professional counselor, I believe we all have a story to tell as we navigate life. Everyone deserves a safe space to share their story, build new skills, and gain insight into who they are. My approach is warm, collaborative, and deeply respectful of your lived experience, and I work to create a space where you feel supported.Next available:Tue Sep 1 @ 5PM
Amanda Hill
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Anger Issues, Anxiety +7 moreMy approach to therapy is thoughtful, collaborative, and focused on meaningful, lasting change. I work with adults navigating anxiety, burnout, and life transitions, many of whom feel stretched by the demands of work, relationships, and family life. Together, we explore patterns, build practical coping tools, and create space for clarity and growth. I draw from CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to support emotional balance and resilience. For clients who value it, I also welcome integrating faith and spirituality into therapy.Next available:Thu Sep 3 @ 6PM
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Teressa Crawford
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Anger Issues, Anxiety +9 moreMy therapy style is warm, steady, and practical, offering a space where clients can slow down and feel supported. I focus on helping people understand their patterns, reduce emotional overwhelm, and build coping tools that create meaningful, lasting change. With over 15 years of experience as a licensed clinician, I blend talk therapy, CBT, and solution-focused strategies to provide guidance that feels clear and achievable. My approach is collaborative and nonjudgmental, empowering clients to feel grounded, capable, and confident as they navigate life’s challenges.Next available:Thu Sep 3 @ 5PM
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Ednita Duncan
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Depression +4 moreMy approach is both collaborative and goal-oriented. I focus on creating a safe space where you can explore your challenges and discover effective strategies for relief. Many of my clients notice a decrease in symptoms within the first month, with ongoing improvement as we continue our work together. If you’re ready to take the first step toward feeling better, I’d be honored to support you on this journey.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 2PM
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Imani Brooks
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Addiction (not substance use), ADHD +16 moreI identify the areas of concern that impact my clients' well-being and focus our efforts on managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, or substance abuse. I recognize the importance of building rapport and understanding each client's individual needs. I work closely with clients to develop a treatment plan that aligns with their goals and preferences. I involve clients and empower them to take ownership of their treatment journey and foster a sense of agency in their recovery. One of my key strengths as a therapist is my ability to assess current stressors and prioritize the most pressing issues facing my clients.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 1PM
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Heather Boyd
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Burnout +9 moreI believe in the power of human relationships and know that opportunities to be radically authentic are often limited in daily life. My goal as a therapist is to provide a space where you can be unapologetically yourself. I bring a compassionate, accepting presence and balance it with evidence-based approaches shown to support healing. I often use a blend of EMDR, DBT, and mindfulness in my work. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, and helping people heal from relational wounds.Next available:Tue Sep 1 @ 5PM
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Sierra Kasson
LMFT
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues +19 moreI love getting to know my clients as a starting point for therapy so we can incorporate their interests into treatment. Everyone has unique needs, wants, and goals, and I embrace each person as they are to help them move toward those goals. I work with individuals experiencing trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, and personality disorders, supporting them in building a more positive future while accepting their past. I also encourage clients to explore their challenges from new perspectives to gain deeper understanding and create meaningful change.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 3PM
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Jacqueline Paul
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Caregiver Burnout +12 moreWe focus on skill building, regulating emotions, managing interpersonal conflict, and processing feelings and underlying needs in order to help increase fulfillment and improve overall functioning. My therapeutic style includes using a collaborative and customized approach that targets areas of your life you are seeking to improve. I specifically use Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Supportive therapy, and Solution-focused strategies in my therapeutic approach. My goal is to offer tangible skills you can use outside of session to help feel empowered and manage symptoms that are present.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 3PM
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Shandria Carter
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Burnout +11 moreI specialize in supporting clients with depression, anxiety, stress-related issues, life transitions, and unresolved or repressed trauma. Life happens quickly, and we don’t always have the tools or perspective to show up as our best selves. I believe a successful therapeutic relationship depends on working together to create a sense of peace that might not otherwise exist. I use a client-centered approach, providing a safe space for vulnerability, honesty, and growth.Next available:Sat Sep 5 @ 7PM
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Bradley Clayton
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues +9 moreMy approach to therapy balances evidence-based models with respect and mindfulness for your unique lived experience. I don’t believe therapy is “one size fits all.” I strive to create a space where you can freely express yourself. My style is casual and authentic, focused on building a strong therapeutic relationship and removing barriers to open communication. Together, we’ll work to uncover your strengths, support your healing, and help you move toward personal empowerment.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 8PM
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Get a detailed cost estimate
We can determine what you can expect to pay for therapy sessions by looking up your plan information.
It typically takes less than a minute.
Montoyia Key
LPC
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues +6 moreI believe in living my life by two R’s: release and relief. So often we internalize our feelings and emotions and find relief through negative self-talk, over working, engaging in toxic relationships and overthinking. Which means we never truly deal with the stressor or trigger to release the emotion. Now ask yourself, how is this fair to your present and your future? As a child, internalizing my feelings and emotions was my solution to life, which accompanied me into my adulthood. The inability to release my feelings in a healthy manner encouraged my negative self-talk and self-doubts.Next available:Tue Sep 1 @ 2PM
Britney Taylor
LPC
Virtual & In-Person
Specializes in ADHD, Anxiety +14 moreI work with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, self-esteem, and life transitions. I create a space where you can show up exactly as you are and feel safe, seen, and supported. Life can get heavy, and you do not have to carry it alone. My style is warm, compassionate, and collaborative, while also helping you build insight and gently challenge patterns keeping you stuck. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, process what you have been carrying, and leave each session with meaningful tools, clarity, and support for healing and growth.Next available:Tue Sep 1 @ 2PM
Lasting Relationships with Clients
Bianca Williams
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress +5 moreHey love, I’m Bianca. If you’re carrying the weight of past experiences and trauma, I’m here for you. Even when the hurt is behind us, the memories can linger showing up in our relationships, parenting, careers, and inner peace. Together, we’ll gently unravel old patterns, challenge harmful conditioning, and heal what’s been tucked away. I’ll equip you with tools to manage emotions, set meaningful goals, and shift from survival mode to the soft, fulfilling life you crave. You don’t have to do it alone. Let’s start your healing journey schedule your session today.Next available:Tue Sep 1 @ 2PM
Frequently asked questions about therapists in Tennessee
What matters for your care is that your therapist is licensed in the state where you live. To see an Octave therapist, you are matched with a clinician licensed in Tennessee, whether you meet online or in person. Some licenses fall under interstate agreements that let a therapist practice in more than one state, but you never have to sort that out yourself. Octave confirms every therapist is licensed to work with Tennessee residents before matching you.
To practice in Tennessee, a therapist must hold an active Tennessee license. That means completing a master's or doctoral degree in a mental health field, finishing thousands of hours of supervised clinical work, and passing a national or state licensing exam. Licenses are renewed on a schedule and require ongoing education. Every Octave therapist practicing in Tennessee holds a current Tennessee license, reviewed by our clinical team before they join.
Tennessee therapists practice under several license types, most commonly Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT), and Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC). You may also work with psychologists who hold a PhD or PsyD. All are qualified to provide talk therapy, and the right fit depends on what you want to work on more than the letters after their name. Octave works with licensed therapists across these credentials in Tennessee.
Yes. If your Octave therapist in Tennessee is not the right fit, you can switch at any time at no additional cost. Finding the right match matters more than getting it right on the first try, and it is common to need a session or two to know. Just let us know and we will help you find another licensed Tennessee therapist who suits your needs.
No. You do not need a diagnosis, a referral, or a specific reason to start therapy in Tennessee. Many people see a Tennessee therapist to work through stress, relationships, life changes, or feelings that are hard to name. Your therapist focuses on your goals and what you want to get out of care, not on putting a label on you.
Start with what you want to work on, then look for a Tennessee therapist whose experience and approach match. Practical fit counts too: whether they take your insurance, their availability, and whether you feel comfortable with them. With Octave, you answer a few questions during intake and get matched with a licensed Tennessee therapist who fits your needs, so you do not have to sort through directories on your own.
Look for an active Tennessee license, which confirms the therapist has met the education, training, and exam requirements to practice in Tennessee. Common credentials include LCSW, LMFT, and LPC, along with psychologists who hold a PhD or PsyD. Beyond the license, check that their experience lines up with what you want to work on. Every Octave therapist in Tennessee is licensed and reviewed for credentials, experience, and clinical approach before joining the platform.
In everyday use, "therapist" and "counselor" often mean the same thing: a trained professional who provides talk therapy. Both can be licensed to treat mental health concerns, and what matters most is their license, training, and experience, not the title they use. Octave connects you with licensed Tennessee therapists whose background fits what you are looking for.
A therapist provides talk therapy to help you work through thoughts, feelings, and behavior. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can diagnose conditions and prescribe medication. Some people work with both. Octave provides therapy in Tennessee, and if medication is something you want to explore, your therapist can talk it through with you and help coordinate care with an outside prescriber.
"Therapist" is a broad term for any licensed professional who provides talk therapy. A psychologist is one kind of therapist, someone with a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) who may also do psychological testing. Both provide therapy, and for most people the choice comes down to fit and experience rather than the specific degree. Octave works with licensed Tennessee therapists across these backgrounds.
The most important things are a valid Tennessee license, experience with what you want to work on, and an approach you feel comfortable with. Practical details matter too: whether they are in-network with your insurance, how soon they are available, and whether you connect with them in early sessions. Octave weighs these factors when matching you with a licensed Tennessee therapist, so you are paired with someone who fits both your needs and your schedule.