Therapists Beginning With U in Tennessee

At Ubuntu Counseling & Wellness we believe that we are all hard wired for connection and have an innate desire to simply matter. Often times, the pain and fear we experience in relation to depression, anxiety, grief/loss, vulnerability, life transitions and more are indicative of feelings of disconnection. It is my desire to meet clients in that space of disconnection and offer a therapeutic relationship characteristic of empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness.

I understand that when you or your child are having a hard time, it affects the entire family and daily life. If you are the parent/guardian of a child who needs a therapist who will listen to your insight as their parent, or if you are a young adult struggling with family, school, work, or feelings of depression, anxiety or stress, you have come to the right place. Perhaps you don't feel like counseling has worked in the past and need a new approach to what you or your child is dealing with. Perhaps you are a looking for a counselor that will incorporate your faith. Whoever you are, you have come to the right place.

I utilize a trauma focused, client centered approach to work with those with a history of trauma (PTSD/CPTSD), anxiety, depression, disordered eating, and relationship difficulties such as family and/or intimate partner dynamics. I am able to provide therapy to those who have been harmed by toxic religion and have a desire to deconstruct/reconstruct their current or past faith practice. I'm also comfortable processing issues of systemic oppression, trauma, and racism. I am able to work with teens, adults, couples, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. I am able to offer in person or live virtual sessions.

Do you feel stuck in patterns you can’t control? Like feelings show up in ways you can’t think yourself out of? As a trauma therapist, I believe that our bodies and nervous systems are home to memories that continue to impact us in our day-to-day lives. We may still have parts of us that stay in high-alert, ruminating and planning. Or we may have parts that rage, shut down, numb-out, or freeze. In therapy, we learn to honor these patterns and appreciate their service to us. We also work on building a nurturing relationship with our inner child parts, providing them with care and kindly asking for the breath of space.

We become the most invested in the products of our own creation. Often the time and space to appreciate and enjoy what we created is overrun by tasks and attention needed for other details in order to generate or maintain ongoing success. The hustle to succeed frequently mirrors the anxiety of failure. How can achieving rest positively impact your business, as well as your personal relationships? Art is a great tool for mindfulness and self-awareness that enables you the choice to act instead of react to people and situations that exist in your daily life.

NOW accepting new clients! Is it time for a change in your life? Life can get pretty challenging at times. Depression and anxiety can feel unshakable. Purpose can feel unclear. Effective communication, trust and true support can feel unreachable. Sometimes we come across challenges that are hurdles to achieving our goals. You may often find yourself feeling isolated and helpless when attempting to resolve these barriers. Days can start to seem like a blur as you struggle to find joy. Therapy can help clear the fog by teaching skills that help you reach your goals and improve your quality of life.

I believe every patient should receive evidence based treatments which allow them the best opportunity at real and lasting recovery. This means I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Therapy in treating OCD, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders and Eating disorders. This allows me to be a very hands on therapist. I regularly take clients out into the community to engage in exposure therapy and behavioral activation which allows me to provide support and encouragement throughout the process. I genuinely believe that OCD, anxiety, depression and eating disorders are very treatable conditions when being treated with effective and active treatments.

I am currently FULL at this time. When available, my primary area of focus is helping couples find effective ways of communicating and improving their overall connection. I am Level 3 Trained in the Gottman Method (Look up John Gottman on youtube for an idea of this approach). I also really enjoy working with children, adolescents, early adults, and adults. I have extensive experience working with various mental health disorders from psychosis, depression, anxiety, ptsd, and grief and loss. If you are looking for a counselor that is genuine and down-to-earth, I'd love to help.

You or your child are experiencing a stressful point in your life. You need someone to walk alongside you as you navigate life. Battling anxiety, depression, and/or ADHD is hard and at times scary. You may feel like your life is out of control. We all go through times of unbearable stress or times where we feel stuck. Navigating relationships as an adult, teen or child can be challenging. Looking for help for your child/teen does not mean you are a bad parent. Parenting is hard! The same goes for looking for help for yourself; it takes courage to ask for help so stop beating yourself up!

It is my passion to work alongside individuals on issues related to the pervasive impacts of trauma. This includes childhood sexual abuse, attachment wounds, anxiety, panic, depression, self-esteem concerns, relational discord, infidelity, and grief. I am also drawn to offering support for those effected by the gaps in our systems related to military/families, as well as those struggling with postpartum related issues. My passion for these areas has driven me to help fill in those gaps through the support and psycho education that lacks in these important populations.

Whether you are facing the hardest moments of your life, or just trying to embrace the transition to a new season, I want to create a safe and accepting space for you to process and gain deeper insight. In my experience as a counselor, I have had the honor of sitting with individuals and couples who have faced a broad range of issues. My clinical interests include trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, life-transitions, and relationship issues. It is my honor to sit with those who are in the midst of dark moments, and help shine a light on the steps forward.