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I believe everyone deserves to feel heard and respected. My counseling approach focuses on helping people achieve their goals, nav...
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I believe everyone deserves to feel heard and respected. My counseling approach focuses on helping people achieve their goals, navigate challenging times, and develop confidence in their coping skills.
I am a licensed professional counselor and mental health service provider (LPC-MHSP) with 8 years of experience helping individuals improve their mental health and overall quality of life. I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction, and I have extensive experience supporting clients with a wide range of needs in community mental health settings.
I earned my doctorate in counselor education and supervision from Lindsey Wilson College, following completion of my master’s degree in counseling. I am trained in trauma-specific approaches, including EMDR, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotion-focused therapy, and I work with both individuals and couples.
My goal is to create a safe, trusting space where you feel supported in being open about both the challenges and strengths in your life and relationships. Together, we will identify what you need to heal, grow, and move forward. If you are ready to begin or continue your healing journey, I invite you to schedule an appointment.
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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 can provide helpful information, but I don’t know everything! You be the expert on you and we will work together to overcome wha...
I can provide helpful information, but I don’t know everything! You be the expert on you and we will work together to overcome whatever challenges you face.
Brian Gregory is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience. He specializes in supporting adults with concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, and stress. Brian was inspired to become a counselor while working as a minister in a small rural community and seeing the limited resources available to people needing mental health assistance. He enjoys hiking, woodworking, music, and exercising.
Brian has a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University. He utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques depending on client needs.
Brian strives to meet clients where they are and join them with empathy and compassion in a safe environment where they can move at their own pace. If you are ready to work together toward better mental health, schedule an appointment with Brian 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.
As one who has experienced grief, loss, and trauma, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circu...
As one who has experienced grief, loss, and trauma, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circumstances and how building new skills can empower us once again.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience providing virtual individual therapy for adults across Tennessee. I specialize in helping clients navigate life transitions, trauma, loss, and relationship challenges that disrupt emotional balance. My approach empowers clients to recognize their capacity for growth, resilience, and change while developing the tools and self-awareness needed to create meaningful, lasting progress in their lives.
I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Tennessee. My approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and motivational interviewing to provide care that meets each client where they are on their healing journey.
I believe therapy is a shared journey toward healing and self-discovery. My role is to walk alongside you with compassion and curiosity, helping you process difficult emotions, strengthen coping skills, and reclaim a sense of peace and purpose. Together, we can build a life that feels authentic, balanced, and aligned with your values.
Connection, validation, instruction, and processing are pivotal needs in any circumstance that life throws our way....
Connection, validation, instruction, and processing are pivotal needs in any circumstance that life throws our way.
Krystal Bryant is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked with a variety of populations including, children and youth, geriatric, crisis management, substance use and general mental health. Krystal received her Masters in Social Work from East Tennessee State University. She participated in an intensive training in trauma focused CBT and DBT for her first two years as a therapist and this has shaped her therapeutic path.
Here are some words from Krystal herself:
I am a trauma informed cognitive behavioral therapist with a focus on using interventions for somatic recovery and cognitive reframing.
I treat the following disorders:
Trauma and stress related disorders such as CPTSD, PTSD, Adjustment, OCD, Social Phobia, General Anxiety, Stress Management
Mood disorders including Depression and Bipolar.
Crisis Care Management including Borderline Personality Disorder, Suicidality, self harm, and existential crisis
ADHD, grief, women's health, outpatient substance abuse disorder, insomnia (behavioral interventions), emotion regulation, and self esteem
I am NOT trained in couples or family counseling, eating disorders, autism or gender dysphoria
I operate out of the following modalities and theories: CBT, DBT, ERP, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Behavioral Interventions, client centered approach, Polyvagal theory, Trauma informed care (Cognitive Processing and Internal Family Systems).
I am also aware that not everyone is seeking OR in need of a specific intervention type of therapy. Sometimes we are looking for a place to be heard and a place to work through our own thoughts. I can provide a nonjudgmental atmosphere where we can work on identifying triggers for the current ailment, uncovering root cause, provide a validating listening environment, and refer to other professions to help with your individual healing journey. (psychiatry, psych NP, nutritionist, medical PCP, holistic health practitioners, case management or other community resources such as AA, NA, homeless shelters, domestic violence shelters etc.)
As a woman who has experienced counseling of her own prior to becoming educated in the field, I understand how important out for h...
As a woman who has experienced counseling of her own prior to becoming educated in the field, I understand how important out for help is.
Danielle Drew is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Mental Health Service Provider designation (LPC-MHSP) in the state of Tennessee. She has years of experience working with clients as young as 4 and as old as 65. Danielle specializes in treating anxiety, depression, adjustment-related issues, PTSD, personality disorders, relationships and marital issues, gender dysphoria- or identity-related issues, grief, and more.
Danielle completed her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Austin Peay State University. Danielle utilizes an integrative treatment approach to match her client's needs, but she mostly uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and attachment-based (AT) theories to guide her sessions.This, coupled with her professional experience and compassion for helping others, enables her to provide a safe space for her clients and to not feel alone in their journey.
Danielle is confident that she can help you work through the mental health concerns or conditions you might be experiencing. She also congratulates you for having the courage to take the first step toward reaching out. If you are ready to work together with Danielle, schedule an appointment with her today!
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Self-harm counseling is aimed at helping individuals who struggle with harming themselves break this pattern by addressing the underlying emotional causes and working to develop new, healthier coping skills. Thriveworks self-harm therapists in Knoxville, TN are experienced in treating those who self-harm with empathy, compassion, and unconditional regard in order to help them heal and recover, both physically and emotionally.
Self-harm counseling at Thriveworks often uses cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to help clients discover the connections between their thoughts and feelings and their behaviors. By assessing these areas, Thriveworks Knoxville therapists can help clients find and address the true emotional roots of their patterns and, from there, effectively adjust unwanted behaviors.
Self-harm counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of self-harm counseling will often depend on a variety of factors, such as the intensity of an individual’s symptoms or the current levels of stress present in their lives. Because of this, treatment can last a handful of months or on a continual basis over the course of years. In the end, it’s up to the client and their individual needs.
Many people who have coped through self-harm in the past are learning that there is another way. They are survivors, and while cutting may have helped them endure in the short term, they want more for the long term. These people are also working with mental health professionals to heal wounds and learn new coping skills.
That is why Thriveworks Knoxville offers therapy for self-harm. We have worked with many clients who self-harm, and our therapists have watched them learn new, healthier ways to handle life’s stress and trauma. Reach out today for self-harm counseling.
Cutting is likely the most recognizable form of self-harm, but it is by no means the only form. There is no limit to the ways people can pursue self-injury, and each individual’s method is unique and personal. Some people self-harm as a response to difficult seasons in life, and they go months or even years in between injuring themselves. Others self-harm as a ritual—possibly even on a daily basis.
While self-mutilation will be unique to each person, examples of the various forms of self-harm include:
The answers to when, why, and how people cope with self-harm will be unique to each person, but generally speaking, there are situations that people face that may increase their risk of turning to self-injury as a coping mechanism. The following as risk factors for cutting and other forms of self-harm:
When people utilize self-harm, they are often doing the best they know to survive. The old cliché, however, is often true, “when we know better, we do better.” When people who self-harm learn different ways of coping, they have different ways to cope when they feel that psychological pain. Thus, learning other coping mechanisms is an important part of healing. Examples of different coping methods include…
Prioritizing one’s physical and emotional safety. Give yourself permission to avoid unsafe people and situations where you will feel triggered. Think about when and where you feel safe, and pursue those situations.
Practice mindfulness. After numbing emotions for so long, allow yourself to feel anything. Anger. Sadness. Regret. Happiness. Guilt. Allow those feeling to arise and notice them.
Connect with a friend. Is there someone in your life who could encourage you? Support you? Consider reaching out and asking that loved one for what you need.
Learning how to cope without harming oneself can be a difficult process, and many people turn to mental health professionals to guide their way. Skilled therapists may be able to lead people toward long-term healing instead of momentary relief.
If you are ready to see a therapist about your self-injuries, know that Thriveworks Knoxville has appointments available. When you call our office, you may have your first appointment within the same week. We offer weekend and evening appointments, and we work with most insurance companies.
Let’s get started. Call Thriveworks Knoxville today.
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