Couples Counseling Therapists in Chattanooga, TN

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Judy K Herman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, MA, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37419
Executive Relational Coaching & Counseling for ambitious women in helping professions. Gain emotional grounding to navigate & eliminate relationship stress in the 9-to-5 workplace & the 24/7 life space. Whether you seek couples or individual work, you know that something has to change & you're unsure of what you need. Previous couples counseling didn't last. The challenges are time & cooperation. You're unsure of which direction to take. Get crystal clear & save time with your initial Precision Session: a thorough 90 minute diagnostic road map which gets you clear & brings massive value & confidence with your next right steps.
Executive Relational Coaching & Counseling for ambitious women in helping professions. Gain emotional grounding to navigate & eliminate relationship stress in the 9-to-5 workplace & the 24/7 life space. Whether you seek couples or individual work, you know that something has to change & you're unsure of what you need. Previous couples counseling didn't last. The challenges are time & cooperation. You're unsure of which direction to take. Get crystal clear & save time with your initial Precision Session: a thorough 90 minute diagnostic road map which gets you clear & brings massive value & confidence with your next right steps.
(423) 556-8791 View (423) 556-8791
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Karen Fortuno
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37405
If any of these scenarios are your reality, I would love to help bring healing, peace and intimacy back to your relationship.
Does life with your partner look different then you imagined? Are you worried to bring up issues because it always seems to end in a blowout? Is the person you used to love and adore now a source of pain and stress? Or maybe there been a betrayal of trust that has made it impossible to move forward and find joy with each other? Is it difficult to enjoy your children and spouse because of the demands of raising children, working and running a household? Has there has been a loss of passion and intimate connection? Perhaps you feel you are simply roommates.
If any of these scenarios are your reality, I would love to help bring healing, peace and intimacy back to your relationship.
Does life with your partner look different then you imagined? Are you worried to bring up issues because it always seems to end in a blowout? Is the person you used to love and adore now a source of pain and stress? Or maybe there been a betrayal of trust that has made it impossible to move forward and find joy with each other? Is it difficult to enjoy your children and spouse because of the demands of raising children, working and running a household? Has there has been a loss of passion and intimate connection? Perhaps you feel you are simply roommates.
(423) 299-4917 View (423) 299-4917
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Brent Collins
Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Choosing a counselor with whom you share personal and sensitive information can leave you feeling uneasy and requires courage. I believe if you are researching counselors, you are ready to make changes in your life. I would consider it a privilege to join you in this journey to pursue change and wholeness. I consider each client a unique person with gifts and strengths that can enable them to find solutions to their challenges.
Choosing a counselor with whom you share personal and sensitive information can leave you feeling uneasy and requires courage. I believe if you are researching counselors, you are ready to make changes in your life. I would consider it a privilege to join you in this journey to pursue change and wholeness. I consider each client a unique person with gifts and strengths that can enable them to find solutions to their challenges.
(423) 897-1772 View (423) 897-1772
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Angie (Angelique) Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37402
I have over 24 years of experience in dealing with children and families, teens, adults, and couples.
Life can be hard, and sometimes we need some extra help and support to get through those difficult times. Whether it's dealing with young children or teenagers, relationship or family issues, anxiety or depression, the challenges of college life or jobs, or the curve ball that life throws at us, it can be stressful to manage, and can be helpful to have someone outside of the situation to talk with.
I have over 24 years of experience in dealing with children and families, teens, adults, and couples.
Life can be hard, and sometimes we need some extra help and support to get through those difficult times. Whether it's dealing with young children or teenagers, relationship or family issues, anxiety or depression, the challenges of college life or jobs, or the curve ball that life throws at us, it can be stressful to manage, and can be helpful to have someone outside of the situation to talk with.
(615) 235-1628 View (615) 235-1628
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Karla Del Carmen Dupre
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37408
I have over two decades of experience in working with families, couples and at-risk adolescents.
Life can feel overwhelming and, in the midst of situations, you might feel stuck or broken and, no matter how hard you try, your efforts are simply not enough. We have all been there! Our thoughts are powerful and have a profound impact on how we see the world around us, develop and foster relationships and navigate through life’s challenges.
I have over two decades of experience in working with families, couples and at-risk adolescents.
Life can feel overwhelming and, in the midst of situations, you might feel stuck or broken and, no matter how hard you try, your efforts are simply not enough. We have all been there! Our thoughts are powerful and have a profound impact on how we see the world around us, develop and foster relationships and navigate through life’s challenges.
(423) 594-2613 View (423) 594-2613
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Dr. Lar'Mara Henderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Waitlist for new clients
Scenic City Therapy, LLC. specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms with individuals, couples, and groups. Dr. Henderson has worked with active-duty military and veteran populations over the past 20 years and offers an inclusive environment sensitive to the unique needs of this population.
Scenic City Therapy, LLC. specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms with individuals, couples, and groups. Dr. Henderson has worked with active-duty military and veteran populations over the past 20 years and offers an inclusive environment sensitive to the unique needs of this population.
(423) 295-9132 View (423) 295-9132
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Mind-Body Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37421
We all experience relationship conflict, overwhelming/traumatic events, and internal struggles. My therapeutic approach is focused on helping my clients to better understand themselves and how their history has impacted their present. Along this journey, I empower clients to use certain tools and resources to move forward into the vision that they want for their future. I approach experiences and beliefs from a trauma lens, utilizing EMDR to reduce distress, regulate nervous system functioning, update neural pathways, and bridge the gap between the brain and body.
We all experience relationship conflict, overwhelming/traumatic events, and internal struggles. My therapeutic approach is focused on helping my clients to better understand themselves and how their history has impacted their present. Along this journey, I empower clients to use certain tools and resources to move forward into the vision that they want for their future. I approach experiences and beliefs from a trauma lens, utilizing EMDR to reduce distress, regulate nervous system functioning, update neural pathways, and bridge the gap between the brain and body.
(423) 561-9677 View (423) 561-9677
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Brianna Westphalen
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, MFT-I
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37408
Are you experiencing stressors in your life that are overwhelming and don’t know where to turn for support? We all reach a point in life where we feel stuck and lost, especially when the relationships around us are painful or when unexpected change happens. I believe that everything you are experiencing makes sense in your holistic context, but this does not have to be the end of your story. I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adult individuals, couples in all stages of life, and families seeking help with life transitions, grief, trauma, identity issues, and relational conflict.
Are you experiencing stressors in your life that are overwhelming and don’t know where to turn for support? We all reach a point in life where we feel stuck and lost, especially when the relationships around us are painful or when unexpected change happens. I believe that everything you are experiencing makes sense in your holistic context, but this does not have to be the end of your story. I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adult individuals, couples in all stages of life, and families seeking help with life transitions, grief, trauma, identity issues, and relational conflict.
(423) 456-9479 View (423) 456-9479
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Aubrey Perin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, -MHSP, RYT-200
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37411
Life is a journey you take toward owning your story. Unfortunately, we often encounter obstacles that distort our perspective and hinder our ability to see ourselves accurately and move toward the things that bring us the most joy and peace. Whether you’ve been derailed by traumatic life events, disordered eating, depression and anxiety, addiction, grief, spiritual abuse, or other life altering transitions, it is my belief that you have the strength and resiliency to find a meaningful life living into the fullest expression of who you are.
Life is a journey you take toward owning your story. Unfortunately, we often encounter obstacles that distort our perspective and hinder our ability to see ourselves accurately and move toward the things that bring us the most joy and peace. Whether you’ve been derailed by traumatic life events, disordered eating, depression and anxiety, addiction, grief, spiritual abuse, or other life altering transitions, it is my belief that you have the strength and resiliency to find a meaningful life living into the fullest expression of who you are.
(423) 214-2173 View (423) 214-2173
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Christopher Byrnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Mental illnesses, addictions and relationship problems - I have found that these three arenas are where most of our pain centers. And also where so much work has been done. You've gotten this far, and I'd consider it a privilege to fight the next battle alongside you.
Mental illnesses, addictions and relationship problems - I have found that these three arenas are where most of our pain centers. And also where so much work has been done. You've gotten this far, and I'd consider it a privilege to fight the next battle alongside you.
(423) 454-2667 View (423) 454-2667
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Meredith Vining Parker
MA
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37421  (Online Only)
I am a Masters Level therapist with 17+ years experience. I work with older children through senior adults, marriage/family/parenting issues, and mental health disorders, such as Depression and Anxiety. As a former teacher, I have a unique combination of experiences that contribute to my success in working with youth. When counseling school age children, I involve the client's entire environment (parents, teachers, etc.) to develop a comprehensive plan in treating the whole client. I am a member of the AACC.
I am a Masters Level therapist with 17+ years experience. I work with older children through senior adults, marriage/family/parenting issues, and mental health disorders, such as Depression and Anxiety. As a former teacher, I have a unique combination of experiences that contribute to my success in working with youth. When counseling school age children, I involve the client's entire environment (parents, teachers, etc.) to develop a comprehensive plan in treating the whole client. I am a member of the AACC.
(423) 381-8950 View (423) 381-8950
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Joshua Alexander
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFTI, MS, AAMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37411
The couples and individuals I work with come to therapy feeling isolated, undervalued, and unheard. If you are tired of not feeling good enough, ashamed, or angry, my hope is to help you rediscover what love means, heal your connection within yourself and each other, and create a new chapter of your story. I practice with couples and individuals from a client-focused perspective of unconditional acceptance- no matter what you bring to therapy, it has a place. I have hope that we can discover the tools together to process, heal, and journey forward finding the version of yourself that you want to be.
The couples and individuals I work with come to therapy feeling isolated, undervalued, and unheard. If you are tired of not feeling good enough, ashamed, or angry, my hope is to help you rediscover what love means, heal your connection within yourself and each other, and create a new chapter of your story. I practice with couples and individuals from a client-focused perspective of unconditional acceptance- no matter what you bring to therapy, it has a place. I have hope that we can discover the tools together to process, heal, and journey forward finding the version of yourself that you want to be.
(423) 295-7633 View (423) 295-7633
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Hillary Mossburg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37404
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy and take a trauma-informed, family systems perspective. I have experience working with the following issues: childhood behavioral disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, relational/interpersonal issues, spirituality issues, self-esteem, grief and loss, adjustment and phase of life issues. I believe that all individuals are worthy to be known and I enjoy getting to know about the uniqueness of each individual and family in a safe therapeutic environment.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy and take a trauma-informed, family systems perspective. I have experience working with the following issues: childhood behavioral disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, relational/interpersonal issues, spirituality issues, self-esteem, grief and loss, adjustment and phase of life issues. I believe that all individuals are worthy to be known and I enjoy getting to know about the uniqueness of each individual and family in a safe therapeutic environment.
(423) 205-5762 View (423) 205-5762
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Nadine Steele
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADAC, ICADC, CADC-II, SAP, NCLC
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37415
If you're feeling overwhelmed, Steele Recovery Addiction Support Services may be what you need. My name is Nadine Steele and I am a licensed/certified Addiction Counselor & Coach for men, women & families. Since 1995 I have worked in the field of addiction from residential to drug court. We know there are many problems that addiction brings and we want to help by offering support in various modalities. Let me know if we can help.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, Steele Recovery Addiction Support Services may be what you need. My name is Nadine Steele and I am a licensed/certified Addiction Counselor & Coach for men, women & families. Since 1995 I have worked in the field of addiction from residential to drug court. We know there are many problems that addiction brings and we want to help by offering support in various modalities. Let me know if we can help.
(423) 455-5644 View (423) 455-5644
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Deborah Adams
Pastoral Counselor, MAPC
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37405  (Online Only)
I work with Individuals, Couples & Familes facing issues of spirituality, trauma/co-occurring disorders, marital issues, grief, addictions, disability/chronic illness, narcissistic abuse, anger mgmt, challenging life transitions, forgiveness, reconciliation, family mediation, and more.
Challenging relationships, situations, & illness can shape and guide your emotions, choices, & outlook till you find yourself striving to get by and not thriving. One day you look at life around and wonder how you got to this place. I can lend a helping hand to walk with you, help you to understand the bigger picture of your situation and how you got to this place. Together we can begin that journey of confronting and overcoming roots of your challenges encouraging transformative change which will enable healthier relationships with yourself, with God, & others. Contact me for a complimentary 20 min consultation.
I work with Individuals, Couples & Familes facing issues of spirituality, trauma/co-occurring disorders, marital issues, grief, addictions, disability/chronic illness, narcissistic abuse, anger mgmt, challenging life transitions, forgiveness, reconciliation, family mediation, and more.
Challenging relationships, situations, & illness can shape and guide your emotions, choices, & outlook till you find yourself striving to get by and not thriving. One day you look at life around and wonder how you got to this place. I can lend a helping hand to walk with you, help you to understand the bigger picture of your situation and how you got to this place. Together we can begin that journey of confronting and overcoming roots of your challenges encouraging transformative change which will enable healthier relationships with yourself, with God, & others. Contact me for a complimentary 20 min consultation.
(470) 250-8432 View (470) 250-8432
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Thad Oliver
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, LADAC
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37405  (Online Only)
Are you or someone you care about struggling with alcohol or drugs? Is your drinking damaging your relationships, your parenting, or your livelihood? Are you looking for a response to life's ups and downs besides taking yet another drink or drug, despite all the consequences? Are you on your recovery journey and need a little extra support? We all can build a life worth living. This requires the ability to solve problems, take some chances, and do the things that don't always feel good to get where you want.
Are you or someone you care about struggling with alcohol or drugs? Is your drinking damaging your relationships, your parenting, or your livelihood? Are you looking for a response to life's ups and downs besides taking yet another drink or drug, despite all the consequences? Are you on your recovery journey and need a little extra support? We all can build a life worth living. This requires the ability to solve problems, take some chances, and do the things that don't always feel good to get where you want.
(423) 436-8634 View (423) 436-8634
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Anna Downer Youngs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37411
Not accepting new clients
Anna loves working with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger issues, parenting struggles and chronic pain. Anna is a person of faith who works with persons of all backgrounds and faith or non-faith orientations. Anna offers radical acceptance of the client's experience and perspective, working together toward greater insight, connectedness, personal power and integrated health. ​Anna gives the client a thorough understanding of treatment so the client is an empowered and confident agent in the healing process. Anna values non-violence, empathy, and direct communication so that healing is pursued as safely and quickly as possible.
Anna loves working with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger issues, parenting struggles and chronic pain. Anna is a person of faith who works with persons of all backgrounds and faith or non-faith orientations. Anna offers radical acceptance of the client's experience and perspective, working together toward greater insight, connectedness, personal power and integrated health. ​Anna gives the client a thorough understanding of treatment so the client is an empowered and confident agent in the healing process. Anna values non-violence, empathy, and direct communication so that healing is pursued as safely and quickly as possible.
(423) 220-4545 View (423) 220-4545
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Leslie Corrao-Montgomery
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, MFT-I, AAMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37421
My ideal clients are adults (ages 18+) navigating connection in relationship. This can look like relationship to self ("What's going on with me? Why do I feel this way? What needs do I have? Am I allowed to think these things?") or relationship to others ("Do they really love me? Am I important to them? Why do I feel so anxious with them? Will I ever feel known or understood?"). There are plenty of questions and struggles in relationships. With openness and curiosity, you can find helpful and healthy answers that soothe the anxiousness and confusion about what it is to be connected.
My ideal clients are adults (ages 18+) navigating connection in relationship. This can look like relationship to self ("What's going on with me? Why do I feel this way? What needs do I have? Am I allowed to think these things?") or relationship to others ("Do they really love me? Am I important to them? Why do I feel so anxious with them? Will I ever feel known or understood?"). There are plenty of questions and struggles in relationships. With openness and curiosity, you can find helpful and healthy answers that soothe the anxiousness and confusion about what it is to be connected.
(423) 607-8961 View (423) 607-8961
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Barrett Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, EMDR TR
Verified Verified
Chattanooga, TN 37404
I offer individual and couples therapy sessions.
Have you struggled with justifying understanding yourself better? Have you sacrificed yourself for many seasons in life to come upon a day where old coping patterns are not getting you through like they once did? Do you have crippling past experiences that keep influencing your present? If any of the above statements resonate with you, I would enjoy hearing from you and seeing if we would be a good fit for some future therapy sessions.
I offer individual and couples therapy sessions.
Have you struggled with justifying understanding yourself better? Have you sacrificed yourself for many seasons in life to come upon a day where old coping patterns are not getting you through like they once did? Do you have crippling past experiences that keep influencing your present? If any of the above statements resonate with you, I would enjoy hearing from you and seeing if we would be a good fit for some future therapy sessions.
(423) 380-2612 View (423) 380-2612
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Katelyn Schroeder
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37405
Are your relationships in need? Whether it’s a romantic, parent-child, or working relationship, I am confident we can identify and relieve the pressures from anxiety, trauma, conflict, communication, and injury. What about your relationship with yourself? How can you find more motivation, love, and healthy coping? You are an individual with past and present experiences that can influence your relationships. The stress of life weighs heavy on the most sacred connections you have with yourself and to others. Come and gain the support and tools you need to thrive! I'd love to see you in couples' or individual counseling.
Are your relationships in need? Whether it’s a romantic, parent-child, or working relationship, I am confident we can identify and relieve the pressures from anxiety, trauma, conflict, communication, and injury. What about your relationship with yourself? How can you find more motivation, love, and healthy coping? You are an individual with past and present experiences that can influence your relationships. The stress of life weighs heavy on the most sacred connections you have with yourself and to others. Come and gain the support and tools you need to thrive! I'd love to see you in couples' or individual counseling.
(423) 451-8142 View (423) 451-8142

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.