Find a licensed online therapist in Ridgeside, TN

Hello! You can call me Kalene (Kay-lean)! I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2015 and a social worker since 2013. I am experienced and what I like to call seasoned, as life has taught me many things through times of sorrow, pain, grief, and, other times, so much joy. My knowledge also comes from higher education and practice of that knowledge throughout my career. Each year, I meet licensing requirements by yearly obtaining continuing educational credits. Additionally, I am a doctorate student who completed all coursework with a 4.0 and in the research phase. Further, I am well-rounded and have experience working with young and older clients. Serving ten years in the military taught me how to and the importance of working with an array of different people from various backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, religions, sexualities, and overall different socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. My passion is in supporting others through multiple parts of their journeys utilizing practical, evidence-based approaches. Some therapy strategies may include cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing techniques, supportive therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, whole health, and a variety of other strategies or a mixture thereof. I want you to know that therapy is a process. The changes you want to see will only happen after some time, more than likely, but will result from various interactions we will have together, which will make a difference. I often refer to therapy as going to a chiropractor. You do not go to a chiropractor and say give me a spine. You have a spine, and all you need is an alignment. This means you are the true expert in your life, and you do have what you need. My plan in this current stage of your journey is to help you use what you have; sometimes, it just takes aligning things differently. I look forward to supporting you by first listening, clarifying what is heard, and advocating for your individuality, even in your partnership or marriage. Therapy strategies are not a one-size-fits-all. If you do not wish to have someone highly motivated, a positive and rational thinker who continually supports the use of your strengths and believes that YOU CAN every time, then I am not the one for you. I also incorporate many coaching and motivational principles as they are a part of my personality. Remember, you are unique, and for me to adjust what is needed, I will need your feedback and honesty regarding what is working or what you may need more. I look forward to supporting you during this part of your journey. Please participate and trust the process. Trust is a big word, but it will be well worth the journey!

As a licensed therapist with three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients address challenges like stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma, and self-esteem issues. I am particularly passionate about supporting people through life transitions, workplace challenges, and personal growth journeys. My therapeutic approach is compassionate and client-centered, designed to create a safe space where individuals can explore their deepest struggles. I work collaboratively with clients to develop meaningful strategies for healing, whether they're dealing with social anxiety, relationship difficulties, mood disorders, or seeking greater self-understanding. I bring extensive expertise in addressing issues such as caregiver stress, midlife transitions, attachment challenges, and personal empowerment. My goal is to help clients build resilience, improve communication, and rediscover their sense of purpose and self-worth. I am committed to walking alongside you as you navigate life's most challenging moments with strength and compassion.

Hello and Welcome! Are you tired of trying to resolve problems and issues life has thrown at you, tired of friends and family offering advice or struggling alone with things that seem overwhelming? The reason I became a social worker and progressed to being a therapist is because of my own life experiences. I joined the military out of high school to escape. After three years I came back to the same places and people that I had run away from. I enrolled in college and started counseling with a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who changed my life. She helped me realize that I could change detrimental aspects of my life and gave me the support I needed to succeed. If you are struggling with life challenges, I would like to help you. I recognize that taking the first steps to make changes can be incredibly difficult and I strive to create a calm and relaxed relationship with my clients, so they feel comfortable discussing the intimate details of their problems and life challenges. My style of counseling is warm, empathetic. I use a strength based, goal oriented approach for my clients to set attainable goals to help empower them overcome obstacles they face on their life journey. I have worked with inpatient and outpatient clients from adolescents to geriatrics with a broad range of problems in individual and group settings. I would welcome the opportunity to assist you regarding the obstacles in your personal or professional life. SPECIALITIES Stress and Anxiety Depression Grief/Loss adjustment issues Trauma and Abuse Domestic violence Codependency Life changes Asperger's syndrome Elder care CLINICAL APPROACHES Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution Focused Therapy Client Centered Therapy Motivational Interviewing Tennessee license #5759

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 9 years of experience working in private practice. I love working with clients on establishing balance and self-care in their lives, increasing their sense of purpose and direction, working through blocks that prevent them from success and connecting to their authentic self! I am most passionate about helping highly-sensitive women reclaim their confidence, inner strength and nervous system sustainability. I also enjoy helping young adults through the differentiation process, transitioning from people-pleasing into self-ownership. My counseling style is warm and laid-back. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing or labels. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Hey, I think it’s time for a deep breath! The more we chase speculation the more we turn those things into a mental drain. Most of us just need to slow things down and relax, to let our natural gifts come to the surface. Sometimes the assets in our toolboxes get a little rusty. I can help you re-discover them for current and upcoming challenging scenarios. For over 30 years my client base has encompassed individuals, couples, and families in a number of diverse areas. I have counseled in homes, organizations, schools, places of worship, and the military. Ten years of international experience allows me to assess relationships from a variety of diverse angle. I prefer to work with my clients in the present and future. It was Winston Churchill’s wife that said “ You are strong because you are imperfect, you are wise because you have doubts.” So being imperfect and having doubts is important. I'd like to think I’m practical and motivating, with a dash of humor. I'm available Monday - Friday with my pre-set days/times from the AM: 5:00, 6:15, 7:30, 8:45, 11:30 and in the PM: 12:45, 2:00, 3:15, 4:30. And also Saturday: 5:00, 6:15, 7:30, 845. All in CST time zone. My clients set their own day/times with the BetterHelp Scheduler. And upfront I don't do in-session therapy by "text only." Clients and I can text each other between sessions as needed. Folks after 30 years of walking down this career path I know at this time in my life what I'm good at, and ones that I'm moving on from. As a result I have a narrow range of clients. I have been involved with all the noted areas below – believe I’ve left behind a good tradecraft in those areas that covered many years. My best interests are with you - giving you the best service you deserve. So based on the above, I’m don’t take clients in the following areas: pornography, ADHD, domestic violence, clients 29 and below, anxiety, A&D& and Vape, anxiety, LBGTQ, pre-marital counseling, suicidal ideation (under a year), upper level clergy administration, and those wanting live chat therapy only. MOST IMPORTANT, on the first session - the use of a firehose strategy doesn’t work out for the both of us. You know the firehose – info bombarding because you want to get me up to date, an emotionally charged dump of data that I can’t keep up with – a waste of the first session. I need you to entrust your case to me - everything will come to the surface soon; but there’s a method for that. To me the first session is important - the last thing I want to do is waste our time. I look forward to talking with you!

"No shame or judgment" we all need a safe place to unpack our thoughts, feelings, and experiences. None of us gets through life without support, connection, and understanding. I want to create that place for you. I want to help you be understood, resource you with options, and be with you on your healing journey. Today is a new day. I look forward to talking with you and meeting you. Online virtual connecting by video or phone is a great way to feel safe, both physically and socially. With any digital video or audio device you can be in your car, at a park, at a cafe, or on your sofa and have instant connection with me-someone trained and licensed to help you process and sort out whatever uncertainties you may have. Step one is admitting you need help, that is your strength today. To walk toward life requires courage. Contact me. A three stranded cord is not easily broken: you, me, and your Faith!

I am a fully licensed therapist in Tennessee, and I specialize in trauma, crisis, and co-occuring disorders. My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself, and I do that by using compassionate, evidence-based care for all my clients. I have extensive experience working with veterans, survivors of sexual assault, and individuals managing panic disorders, people who are justice involved, and post-traumatic stress. My therapeutic practice is deeply rooted in a person-centered approach- therapy is not one-sized-fits-all, so I work to offer a supportive environment that honors the individual journey, with particular sensitivity to those seeking faith-informed or conservative-aligned counseling approaches. I work hard to create a safe-space for my clients to develop resilience, process challenging emotions like guilt and shame, and cultivate pathways toward healing and personal growth. Whether you're struggling with traumatic experiences, navigating life transitions, or seeking support for mood-related challenges, I'm committed to walking alongside you with genuine care and professional expertise.

I am a licensed professional counselor in Tennessee with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, GLBT-related issues, coping with grief and loss, ADHD, parenting issues, & chronic medical problems. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

As a licensed therapist in Tennessee, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, emotional challenges, and personal growth. My approach centers on empowering clients to develop self-love, improve communication, and overcome barriers like social anxiety, isolation, and workplace stress. With expertise in grief counseling, self-esteem development, and anger management, I create a compassionate space where clients can explore their experiences. I'm particularly passionate about helping individuals work through attachment issues, trauma recovery, and life purpose exploration. My therapeutic practice honors the unique experiences of women, neurodivergent individuals, and those facing family dynamics or caregiving challenges. I draw from evidence-based approaches to support clients in building resilience, understanding themselves more deeply, and creating meaningful change. I believe every person has inherent strength and potential. Together, we'll collaborate to develop strategies that help you move toward healing, self-acceptance, and a more fulfilling life journey.

I am licensed in Tennessee with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, & anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

As a licensed therapist in Tennessee, I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenging life transitions, interpersonal dynamics, and personal growth. I specialize in addressing depression, trauma recovery, social anxiety, and relationship difficulties with a compassionate, client-centered approach. My therapeutic work focuses on understanding each person's unique journey, whether they're struggling with mood disorders, workplace stress, attachment challenges, or navigating significant life changes like divorce. I offer a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, develop healthier coping strategies, and build emotional resilience. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I aim to create a collaborative therapeutic space that honors individual experiences and promotes meaningful personal transformation. My goal is to empower clients to understand themselves more deeply and move toward healing and personal growth. I look forward to being a part of your story for a page or two!

I am licensed in Tennessee with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, coping with grief, coping with loss, despression, concentration, & memory. I also have experience working with focus. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Hi, I’m Mary! I have over 10 years of experience as a social worker, including 5 years of clinical experience spanning work with elementary-aged children in school-based settings and supporting older adults in community mental health. That range has shaped how I understand people across different life stages and experiences, and I bring that perspective into the work I do now. I especially enjoy working with individuals navigating depression, panic/anxiety, self-esteem/image, young adult life transitions, and relationship conflicts. In my personal time, I enjoy reading books with my book club, thrift shopping, and belly laughing with my son. I am looking forward to meeting and supporting you on your journey.

Hi, I’m Claire Ashcraft, a therapist based Tennessee. I believe that therapy is a deeply personal journey—and it’s an honor to walk alongside you as you navigate the complex, messy, and meaningful parts of life. Whether you’re struggling with grief, anxiety, identity, or loss, I provide a warm, compassionate space where you can process your experiences without judgment. My approach is integrative and tailored to you. I use mindfulness practices like deep breathing and guided imagery to help clients regulate their emotions, reconnect with their bodies, and build resilience. I often incorporate expressive writing, talk therapy, and honest conversation to help release pain and uncover strength. My work is grounded in empathy, directness, and a belief that progress comes through real connection. As an adoptee, I bring personal insight into questions of identity, belonging, and complex family dynamics. I especially love working with children and teens, whose openness and curiosity create rich opportunities for growth and healing. Clients describe me as warm, genuine, and grounded—I meet you where you are with honesty and care, calling out unhelpful patterns while creating space for self-compassion and change. Whether you’re feeling stuck in grief, overwhelmed by anxiety, or just unsure where to begin, you don’t have to do this alone. If you’re ready to be truly seen and supported, I’d be honored to be part of your healing journey. Reach out today to schedule your first session.