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As a licensed therapist, I believe that the best work is done in partnership with my clients, and together we can create and accom...
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As a licensed therapist, I believe that the best work is done in partnership with my clients, and together we can create and accomplish goals that improve mental health and well-being.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of experience supporting adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in helping clients manage bipolar disorder, ADHD, substance use, depression, and anxiety. I aim to create a safe, collaborative space where clients can explore their emotions, build coping skills, and move toward emotional balance and self-empowerment.
I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern New Hampshire University. My approach incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy to help clients identify patterns, regulate emotions, and develop healthier coping strategies.
I bring empathy, patience, and genuine understanding to every session. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to experience happiness and fulfillment. Together, we’ll work toward developing the tools and mindset needed to overcome challenges and create lasting positive change.
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As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circ...
As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circumstances and how building new life skills can empower us once again.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor–Mental Health Service Provider with over 26 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s emotional and relational challenges. I specialize in helping clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and codependency. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative, empowering clients to develop insight, self-awareness, and emotional balance while fostering personal growth and resilience.
I hold a Doctorate in Psychology from North Central University. I integrate cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, and relational approaches, creating a safe space for emotional exploration and healing. My goal is to help clients strengthen boundaries, improve relationships, and develop lasting tools for wellness.
I believe healing begins when you feel truly understood. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, or life transitions, you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we can explore what’s been holding you back and build new pathways toward peace, confidence, and authentic connection.
Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it....
Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it.
John Barsotti is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Tennessee, and he has been practicing therapy for the past 8 years. John's counseling style is non-judgemental, empathetic, and compassionate. He uses a holistic approach to help clients identify their strengths to help manage a balance of self-care, mindfulness, and well-being. John uses several different evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy. Using a client-centered approach, the focus is to identify and implement techniques to help clients manage their needs and goals.
John completed his Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences at the University of Memphis ('09). Then, he completed his Master of Social Work, also at the University of Memphis, in 2015. John has worked in community, residential, and outpatient settings. There is a wide variety of diagnoses he's worked with, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, child and family issues, anger management, and substance abuse problems. Trauma and abuse are other areas in which he's treated.
John is hopeful to help those trying to manage mental health disorders, whether mild, moderate, or severe. He believes the therapeutic process is valuable in making positive changes in pursuit of both short and long-term goals. If you are ready to engage in this professional relationship, schedule an appointment today!
I’m passionate about helping others navigate their unique journeys because let's face it, we all need a little guidance and a lot ...
I’m passionate about helping others navigate their unique journeys because let's face it, we all need a little guidance and a lot of coffee to get through life!
Chelsea Lane is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 6 years of experience helping clients navigate mental health and life challenges. Chelsea blends empathy, humor, and real-life experience to create a safe, judgment-free space for healing. She specializes in supporting clients facing anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.
Chelsea holds a Master’s in Social Work from the University of South Carolina. Her approach combines clinical insight with compassion and a bit of humor, helping clients feel comfortable and confident in their path toward growth. Her approachable, down-to-earth style empowers clients to feel heard and supported on their journey.
Chelsea invites clients to show up just as they are. Whether you’re navigating emotional overwhelm or seeking a safe space to talk things through, her goal is to walk beside you with no judgment, just understanding and care. She’s here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
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Family therapy helps families resolve conflicts and strengthen their relationships. It is led by qualified mental health professionals like psychologists, licensed professional counselors (LPCs), and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) who have extensive training in family dynamics and group communication.
Thriveworks family therapists in Chattanooga, TN usually begin by asking what everyone’s goals are for family counseling. Family members may need help with very specific issues or with general relationship functioning. But there are three main purposes in family counseling: to educate, to counsel, and to strengthen. Thriveworks also offers online family therapy and in-person services, so you may all meet in an office together or join a video call from your home depending on everyone’s location and availability.
The most effective form of Family therapy will often depend on the family itself, as there are many types of family therapy for therapists to use as they see fit in order to best meet the needs of their clients. However, one of the most commonly used types of family therapy is structural family therapy (SFT). SFT focuses specifically on family dynamics and interactions, looking at how they shape the relationships and structure present in the family. It can be effectively used to treat a variety of concerns.
This answer often looks different to each family that starts family therapy. However, some signs that your family might need to consider family counseling include frequent fights or misunderstandings, constant tension, experiencing loss, behavioral issues, marital issues, divorce, and blended family issues, among others.
In family therapy, therapists will often start by asking questions and assessing individual and family dynamics. From there, they may employ therapeutic techniques such as structured family therapy, CBT, strategic family therapy, and more depending on the present concerns and conflicts. From there, a therapist will work to open lines of communication between family members and facilitate emotional healing and growth.
Family therapy can be incredibly successful, with some studies reporting a success rate of almost 90% for improving participants’ emotional and mental health, and around 66% for improving their physical health.
Thriveworks therapists in Chattanooga, TN offer both online family therapy and in-person family therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Family therapy is usually short term and solution-focused, with most families accomplishing their goals in 12 sessions or fewer. However, it can also last for longer if the probles at hand are more complex — and that’s okay, too.
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