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Top therapists in Chattanooga, TN accepting new patients

Get connected with warm, affirming mental health providers throughout Chattanooga—from the vibrant neighborhoods of Hixson to St. Elmo to Southside. Headway's 1,041 licensed providers offer flexible sessions covered by insurance, with the average client saving 75% through our platform.

Wesley Nichols

Wesley Nichols

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“My approach to therapy is collaboratively identifying where a client wants to be and helping them take steps forward.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Lauren Hagan

Lauren Hagan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.8 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“My approach is warm, curious, and collaborative, with a willingness to be direct when it is helpful.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Caitlin Murray

Caitlin Murray

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“I feel I have made the most difference when I can make genuine connections with my clients and we can look for answers or solutions together.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Westbrook

Laura Westbrook

Therapist

In-person • 2.7 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“I utilize a very person centered approach to therapy, creating a supportive and healthy therapeutic relationship is always my first priority...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Amanda Hatcher

Amanda Hatcher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.3 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“I provide thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults across the lifespan, with a focus on helping patients better understand the connection between mind, body, and life stressors.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nathan Knappier

Nathan Knappier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with 20 years of nursing and nursing education experience. I offer both therapy and medication management so you can get the support you need in one place if that feels right for you.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hannah Blackwell

Hannah Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“My role as a therapist is to help facilitate the behavioral and thought change that will ultimately lead clients to achieving their goals, from decreased anxious symptoms to increased emotional regulation.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eric Greer

Eric Greer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“I'm a Marine Corps combat veteran, a former firefighter, a man in long-term recovery, and someone who's known both trauma and transformation firsthand.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Trish Proctor

Trish Proctor

Therapist

In-person • 4.9 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“I work within a bio-psycho-social-spiritual framework, using techniques such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Sydney Minnis

Sydney Minnis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a powerful tool for change, and I strive to create a warm, collaborative space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Heather Conn

Heather Conn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“I specialize working with neurodivergent folks, those navigating anxiety, people pleasing, and perfectionism make peace with themselves, their relationships, and their bodies.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Isaac Monson

Isaac Monson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


Hi, I’m Isaac, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MHSP) who works with individuals and couples navigating life’s challenges and relationship struggles. I have experience supporting clients with sex addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, premarital counseling, and spiritual concerns. I’m especially passionate about helping people who feel stuck—whether in unhealthy patterns, relationships, or self-discovery. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and accepted just as you are.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Infertility, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Mark Wells

Mark Wells

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“Mark loves walking alongside people as they work through the challenge of living in a beautiful yet broken world.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Blake Feagans

Blake Feagans

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“My approach is rooted in relational therapy, emphasizing the significance of authentic connections and mutual accountability in the healing process.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Shanna Johnson

Shanna Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“I help clients build emotional awareness, reconnect with their authentic values, and create meaningful, sustainable change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Direct, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Douglas Harper

Douglas Harper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Hixson, TN


“I tend to utilize a conversational style of psychotherapy to help build rapport and trust between us.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Leigh Irvin

Leigh Irvin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Hixson, TN


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood as we work together.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joelle Marlin

Joelle Marlin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Apison, TN


“I approach each session with curiosity, care, and an open mind... combining various evidence-based approaches such as CBT and ACT.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
David Quagliana

David Quagliana

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Cleveland, TN


“I offer highly relational, in-depth therapy for people seeking to work through complex circumstances and wounds toward greater self-understanding, self-acceptance, and meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
David Webb

David Webb

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Cleveland, TN


“Drawing on decades of experience, I offer a compassionate, practical, and holistic approach to therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michael Waldrop

Michael Waldrop

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Cleveland, TN


“I work from a person centered approach which means I tailor my approach to the needs of the individual or couple before me.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Julie Tilley

Julie Tilley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Cleveland, TN


“My goal for each session is that clients leave feeling better about their life than when they entered the office.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elaine Pase

Elaine Pase

Therapist

In-person • Winchester, TN


“I use aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a strength-based model, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and psychodynamic therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sheena Rymer

Sheena Rymer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Copperhill, TN


Sheena Rymer, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), received a Master's Degree in Social Work from Valdosta State University in May 2014 and a clinical license in Social Work in September 2019. During that time, she interned and worked at Miller Counseling Services, Pruitt Nursing Home, Mountain Education Charter School, and Fannin County School System. She facilitated groups; provided care consultations and coordinated services for clients both admitted and discharged from the nursing home; and provided individual counseling services. Moreover, Sheena has over five years experience in crisis intervention. Sheena is an active member of School Social Work Association of America (SSWAA), Fannin Children's Fund (FCF), and Social Workers Action Group (SWAG).

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cindy Davis

Cindy Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • McMinnville, TN


“My approach to counseling is person-centered and strength-based. This means I believe each person already holds strengths, resilience, and wisdom within themselves...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexandra Brzezienski

Alexandra Brzezienski

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have a special passion for helping healthcare professionals, caregivers, and anyone experiencing secondary trauma.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Mychicia Wooden

Mychicia Wooden

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe that healing occurs within the context of supportive relationships and that therapy can provide a space for growth, insight, and lasting transformation.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kelly Mabey

Kelly Mabey

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Douglas Devaney

Douglas Devaney

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach to therapy is eclectic. I like to try and match my work style to my client and prefer to see myself as a supportive guide on life's journey.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beverly Taylor

Beverly Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward healing and meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Priddy

Elizabeth Priddy

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I help adults move beyond simply managing symptoms and begin reconnecting with themselves in a deeper, more meaningful way.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cecilia Hamilton

Cecilia Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I partner with my clients on this journey and help them revamp their story and restore healing while promoting growth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Smith

Elizabeth Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Mt. Juliet, TN


“My style is warm, supportive and down-to-earth. I want my clients to feel comfortable, so I focus on creating a safe, non judge mental space where they can share openly.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katrina Hall

Katrina Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Clients are able to be heard, without judgement, and to walk away from each session with insight into their own lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Angelia Holland-Dunning

Angelia Holland-Dunning

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and judgment-free. You bring the story and I'll bring the steady support and practical tools.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherry Krickel

Sherry Krickel

Therapist

Virtual • Murfreesboro, TN


“My clients often appreciate my warm, compassionate approach and my ability to create a safe environment where meaningful growth feels possible.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nancy Truett

Nancy Truett

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I provide compassionate care that is humanistic first, with an added trauma-informed approach to treating a variety of mental health disorders.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Katheryn Matthews

Katheryn Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“As a clinical wholeness therapist, I offer you the opportunity to understand the intimate connection between the body, mind & spirit through evidence-based treatment modalities...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Diabetes
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dylan Melgar

Dylan Melgar

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I hold over five years of experience in mental health and have seen a wide range of ages, diagnoses, cultures, and levels of willingness to change their life circumstances. I provide my clients with the freedom to be who they are and to take off their masks. I have seen and heard almost everything and invite people to be their honest selves with me.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mary Linkous

Mary Linkous

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I have worked for almost 20 years in community mental health and most of those in management positions. I have been in private practice for 7 years and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, family difficulty and work/career issues.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists serving Chattanooga, TN

Number of therapists serving Chattanooga, TN
There are over 1,034 therapists in Chattanooga, TN accepting new patients.
1,034+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 83%Trauma
  • 80%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Ascension
  • 54%BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 3%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 81%Online only
  • 18%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 82%Woman
  • 18%Man
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider
  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Chattanooga

Finding the right therapist in Chattanooga starts with identifying what kind of support you're looking for. Whether you're seeking help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship concerns, or something else, look for a licensed provider who specializes in that area. Common license types in Tennessee include LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), and psychologists. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners are also available if you're interested in medication management.

With many providers practicing across the Chattanooga area — from downtown and the Southside to Hixson, Ooltewah, and Signal Mountain — it helps to consider logistics alongside clinical fit. Think about whether you prefer in-person or virtual sessions, what days and times work for your schedule, and whether a provider's approach and background match your preferences. Reading a provider's bio before booking can give you a clearer sense of what to expect.

Therapy in Chattanooga can be expensive without insurance, but using in-network benefits is one of the most straightforward ways to lower your cost. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Costs vary based on your specific plan and location, so confirming your coverage is a good first step.

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