Photo of Denise Powell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Chattanooga, TN
Denise Powell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAP, NBCCH, SAP
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Not accepting new clients
I primarily work with adults. I promote a supportive environment to provide a trusting and caring venue for my clients to explore their concerns. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Certified Employee Assistance Professional Certified Practitioner in Trauma Informed Hypnotherapy and Rapid Resolution Therapy, as well as Certified by the National Board of Certified Clinical Hypnotherapy. My practice focuses on many concerns,in particular I work with addiction, trauma, anxiety, relationship concerns and depression. I am a DOT Substance Abuse Professional, providing services in accordance with DOT regulations.
I primarily work with adults. I promote a supportive environment to provide a trusting and caring venue for my clients to explore their concerns. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Certified Employee Assistance Professional Certified Practitioner in Trauma Informed Hypnotherapy and Rapid Resolution Therapy, as well as Certified by the National Board of Certified Clinical Hypnotherapy. My practice focuses on many concerns,in particular I work with addiction, trauma, anxiety, relationship concerns and depression. I am a DOT Substance Abuse Professional, providing services in accordance with DOT regulations.
(423) 388-4258 x2 View (423) 388-4258 x2
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Corliss LAWLER
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37405
I have been in the practice of Social Work many years. I have a thirst for learning and I greet change with open arms. I completed my training as a nurse at age 55 and have incorporated my nursing skills with my years of Social Work training and experience. During this time I have learned that all people have their answers inside and my job is to help them recognize and build on those answers. Having experienced many situations in my own life I’ve learned to persist and sometimes back up and regroup. I have a lot of joy in my life and hope to help you find yours. I offer animal assisted therapy with Teddy, 5 yo Wheaten Terrier.
I have been in the practice of Social Work many years. I have a thirst for learning and I greet change with open arms. I completed my training as a nurse at age 55 and have incorporated my nursing skills with my years of Social Work training and experience. During this time I have learned that all people have their answers inside and my job is to help them recognize and build on those answers. Having experienced many situations in my own life I’ve learned to persist and sometimes back up and regroup. I have a lot of joy in my life and hope to help you find yours. I offer animal assisted therapy with Teddy, 5 yo Wheaten Terrier.
(423) 205-1140 View (423) 205-1140
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Charles Hiatt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC/MHS, QSAP, MAC, SAE, NBCCH
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37405
I have worked in the counseling field for over 15 years with adults, couples, and adolescents. I received my Master of Science Degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2004. I'm licensed in the State of Tennessee as a Professional Counselor (LPC/MHSP) and nationally certified as a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC). I'm also credentialed as a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) for the US Department of Transportation (DOT) and have completed Gottman Level 1 training.
I have worked in the counseling field for over 15 years with adults, couples, and adolescents. I received my Master of Science Degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2004. I'm licensed in the State of Tennessee as a Professional Counselor (LPC/MHSP) and nationally certified as a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC). I'm also credentialed as a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) for the US Department of Transportation (DOT) and have completed Gottman Level 1 training.
(423) 425-9573 View (423) 425-9573
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Nancy Holland
MS, LPE, CPC
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Not accepting new clients
Choosing to make changes in our lives can be scary and challenging. Having the right individual to help you in facing those changes is imperative. I enjoy working with those interested in making changes in their lives whether it be in facing present life transitions and stressors or dealing with past events/traumas. I have great empathy, compassion and patience in working with those who want to tackle their challenges in a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. I would be honored to work with you and/or your loved one(s) to help you take the steps towards change in your journey through life.
Choosing to make changes in our lives can be scary and challenging. Having the right individual to help you in facing those changes is imperative. I enjoy working with those interested in making changes in their lives whether it be in facing present life transitions and stressors or dealing with past events/traumas. I have great empathy, compassion and patience in working with those who want to tackle their challenges in a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. I would be honored to work with you and/or your loved one(s) to help you take the steps towards change in your journey through life.
(423) 800-5099 View (423) 800-5099
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Darlene Mew
Counselor, LPC-MHS, MBA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37405  (Online Only)
As a compassionate mental health therapist specializing in somatic and attachment-focused therapies, as well as hypnosis, I'm dedicated to facilitating life-transforming experiences for individuals who have faced trauma, struggle with anxiety or have ADHD. My approach emphasizes understanding the mind's workings and equipping clients with effective stress management techniques for the future. For couples seeking deeper connection, both emotionally and sexually, I offer specialized counseling sessions. Together, we delve into the roots of conflicts, fostering mutual understanding and stronger bonds.
As a compassionate mental health therapist specializing in somatic and attachment-focused therapies, as well as hypnosis, I'm dedicated to facilitating life-transforming experiences for individuals who have faced trauma, struggle with anxiety or have ADHD. My approach emphasizes understanding the mind's workings and equipping clients with effective stress management techniques for the future. For couples seeking deeper connection, both emotionally and sexually, I offer specialized counseling sessions. Together, we delve into the roots of conflicts, fostering mutual understanding and stronger bonds.
(423) 244-0003 View (423) 244-0003

Online Therapists

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Nicole A Perez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37919
My ideal client is one who is curious about his/her emotional life. My treatment philosophy is to engage a person in an exploration of their problems in ways that can lead to better relationships, feelings about themselves, and overall day-to-day functioning. My patients should find relief from their symptoms - whatever they may be - while making changes that will help them stay emotionally healthy and symptom-free in the long-term. It is my belief that therapy is a growth process that can only happen by collaboration and genuine trust between patient and therapist.
My ideal client is one who is curious about his/her emotional life. My treatment philosophy is to engage a person in an exploration of their problems in ways that can lead to better relationships, feelings about themselves, and overall day-to-day functioning. My patients should find relief from their symptoms - whatever they may be - while making changes that will help them stay emotionally healthy and symptom-free in the long-term. It is my belief that therapy is a growth process that can only happen by collaboration and genuine trust between patient and therapist.
(865) 325-9986 View (865) 325-9986
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Dr. S. David Hall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37919
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Stephen "David" Hall is the clinic director and co-owner of Haven Counseling Center. Whether your struggle is with relationships, anxiety, spiritual concerns, sexual health, or just personal growth; Dr. Hall would love the chance to help you work through these difficult parts of life. Dr. Hall has a particular interest in music, movies, art, and stories in general, and tries to use the theory and craft of story as a way to help the people he works with find new ways to see their lives and possible solutions.
Dr. Stephen "David" Hall is the clinic director and co-owner of Haven Counseling Center. Whether your struggle is with relationships, anxiety, spiritual concerns, sexual health, or just personal growth; Dr. Hall would love the chance to help you work through these difficult parts of life. Dr. Hall has a particular interest in music, movies, art, and stories in general, and tries to use the theory and craft of story as a way to help the people he works with find new ways to see their lives and possible solutions.
(865) 409-5001 View (865) 409-5001
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Samantha Ann Hutton-Metheney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that clients have the innate ability to heal through accessing their innermost selves. Each client is traveling their own personal, interpersonal, and spiritual path and I act as a guide to help facilitate and co- create healing and wholeness. Through healing old wounds, past traumas, and solving relationship conflicts, I aspire to help individuals, couples, and families reach their highest potentials to aid in having richer and more fulfilling lives. My approach is Transpersonal, which means that I look beyond the ego into the spiritual to encourage wholeness in each client.
I believe that clients have the innate ability to heal through accessing their innermost selves. Each client is traveling their own personal, interpersonal, and spiritual path and I act as a guide to help facilitate and co- create healing and wholeness. Through healing old wounds, past traumas, and solving relationship conflicts, I aspire to help individuals, couples, and families reach their highest potentials to aid in having richer and more fulfilling lives. My approach is Transpersonal, which means that I look beyond the ego into the spiritual to encourage wholeness in each client.
(865) 730-4209 View (865) 730-4209
Photo of Francoise Mastroianni, Counselor in Chattanooga, TN
Francoise Mastroianni
Counselor, LCPC, Hypnoth, SEP, CCPS, CSAS
Verified Verified
Ooltewah, TN 37363
Certified Sexual Addiction Specialist, and Certified Clinical Partner Specialist.The model practiced is multidimensional, treating the addict, partner, coupleship. All three dimensions of the attachment injury are traumatized. The aftermath of discovery/disclosure induces symptoms that impact psysiological responses to the mind, body.The treatment protocol for sexual addiction induced trauma I practice is EMDR, as well as 2 day Intensives. Practicing SEP,we are able to get to wounds of how the body holds the trauma/ attachment injury, using an integrative trauma model.Emotionally Focused Therapy allows helping couples to get to their deepest needs/hurt/rejection/ and betrayal.
Certified Sexual Addiction Specialist, and Certified Clinical Partner Specialist.The model practiced is multidimensional, treating the addict, partner, coupleship. All three dimensions of the attachment injury are traumatized. The aftermath of discovery/disclosure induces symptoms that impact psysiological responses to the mind, body.The treatment protocol for sexual addiction induced trauma I practice is EMDR, as well as 2 day Intensives. Practicing SEP,we are able to get to wounds of how the body holds the trauma/ attachment injury, using an integrative trauma model.Emotionally Focused Therapy allows helping couples to get to their deepest needs/hurt/rejection/ and betrayal.
(630) 282-4643 View (630) 282-4643
Photo of Mind The Gap, Licensed Professional Counselor in Chattanooga, TN
Mind The Gap
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
We partner with you to build meaningful connections and pathways for strength-based outcomes all through an integrative approach tailored specifically to meet YOUR needs.
Tired of "just talk" therapy? Mind the Gap offers holistic, integrative mental health practice that tailors therapy to meet your unique needs. Our team of providers are specialize in bridging the gap between mind and body. If you're wrestling with the chronic fatigue of depression, constantly waiting for the next shoe to drop, grieving the loss of life caused by chronic pain, or feel overwhelmed by your what's happening around you, we can help.
We partner with you to build meaningful connections and pathways for strength-based outcomes all through an integrative approach tailored specifically to meet YOUR needs.
Tired of "just talk" therapy? Mind the Gap offers holistic, integrative mental health practice that tailors therapy to meet your unique needs. Our team of providers are specialize in bridging the gap between mind and body. If you're wrestling with the chronic fatigue of depression, constantly waiting for the next shoe to drop, grieving the loss of life caused by chronic pain, or feel overwhelmed by your what's happening around you, we can help.
(615) 488-5601 View (615) 488-5601
Photo of Penny R. Lukin, Psychologist in Chattanooga, TN
Penny R. Lukin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37923
I have been in professional psychological practice since 1979, been married many years, raised 2 children and shared in raising 3 step-children, so I have many years of clinical and personal experience on which to draw. However, I am always learning and growing, and enjoy sharing the journey of self-discovery with my clients/patients. I tailor my psychological treatment with individuals (adults, adolescents, and children), couples, and families to each person's unique situation. I utilize a variety of different treatment approaches, depending on the problems presented, ranging from cognitive-behavioral, insight, family systems, to supportive reality therapy.
I have been in professional psychological practice since 1979, been married many years, raised 2 children and shared in raising 3 step-children, so I have many years of clinical and personal experience on which to draw. However, I am always learning and growing, and enjoy sharing the journey of self-discovery with my clients/patients. I tailor my psychological treatment with individuals (adults, adolescents, and children), couples, and families to each person's unique situation. I utilize a variety of different treatment approaches, depending on the problems presented, ranging from cognitive-behavioral, insight, family systems, to supportive reality therapy.
(865) 671-0780 View (865) 671-0780
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Reclaiming Hope Coach
MS
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37129  (Online Only)
My ideal client is navigating the turbulent waters of grief after the loss of a significant person, feeling adrift in a sea of emotions like sadness, anger, and confusion. They seek not just to survive their loss but to find a way to grow through their grief, longing for a compassionate guide to help them rediscover their identity and rebuild a life filled with purpose and hope. They want to honor their loved one's memory by living a full, meaningful life, yet need support to navigate this journey towards healing and transformation.
My ideal client is navigating the turbulent waters of grief after the loss of a significant person, feeling adrift in a sea of emotions like sadness, anger, and confusion. They seek not just to survive their loss but to find a way to grow through their grief, longing for a compassionate guide to help them rediscover their identity and rebuild a life filled with purpose and hope. They want to honor their loved one's memory by living a full, meaningful life, yet need support to navigate this journey towards healing and transformation.
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The Art of Struggle Reduction
CAIP, LADAC
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
It is possible to move through life with minimal struggle. Your outward action in harmony with the inner voice that guides you, doing the right thing for the right reason, with a feeling of the wind at your back, effortless. One school of thought is that if you are not busy doing something and staying on top of things, you will lose your edge and your effectiveness. This attitude can create an over-active mind, prone to excessive worry and stress. The Art of Struggle Reduction takes a different approach. Moving through life with minimal worry, stress, and struggle makes one more effective, not less.
It is possible to move through life with minimal struggle. Your outward action in harmony with the inner voice that guides you, doing the right thing for the right reason, with a feeling of the wind at your back, effortless. One school of thought is that if you are not busy doing something and staying on top of things, you will lose your edge and your effectiveness. This attitude can create an over-active mind, prone to excessive worry and stress. The Art of Struggle Reduction takes a different approach. Moving through life with minimal worry, stress, and struggle makes one more effective, not less.
(615) 697-6355 View (615) 697-6355
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Haven Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37919
We are a family-focused counseling clinic in Knoxville, Tennessee, with telehealth availability throughout Tennessee. Haven is a practice that desires to meet the mental health and relational needs of our community, with a particular focus on serving those looking for faith-sensitive services, where belief can be openly integrated into the therapeutic process as clients may desire. We desire to offer a positive and inviting place for adults, children, adolescents, and whole families to receive highly professional support in their emotional and behavioral needs.
We are a family-focused counseling clinic in Knoxville, Tennessee, with telehealth availability throughout Tennessee. Haven is a practice that desires to meet the mental health and relational needs of our community, with a particular focus on serving those looking for faith-sensitive services, where belief can be openly integrated into the therapeutic process as clients may desire. We desire to offer a positive and inviting place for adults, children, adolescents, and whole families to receive highly professional support in their emotional and behavioral needs.
(865) 344-2355 View (865) 344-2355

Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.