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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Chattanooga, TN

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Chattanooga, TN

Whether you're experiencing flashbacks, avoidance, or emotional numbness from past trauma, Headway's Chattanooga network offers compassionate providers specializing in trauma recovery. Sessions combine techniques like Exposure Therapy and DBT skills to help regulate your nervous system and rebuild safety. Many clients save 75% on mental health care through insurance, with appointments available as soon as tomorrow.

Brittany Sowder

Brittany Sowder

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and genuinely understood—not rushed or judged.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sarah Francis

Sarah Francis

Therapist

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


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is in the practice to help you and your family overcome the difficult challenges that life throws your way. I believe in developing a strong therapeutic relationship that provides a feeling of safety and connection which I feel are keys for therapy to be successful. I have been licensed and practicing for five years specializing in working with children and families.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
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...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 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.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
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...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Renee Hall

Renee Hall

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.3 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“I believe the best psychiatric care begins with listening. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and involved in every treatment decision.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Mia DiMola

Mia DiMola

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • Chattanooga, TN


“I approach every session from a nonjudgmental, open perspective. Our goal will always be to create highly customized action plans...”
PTSD, Trauma, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Infertility, Men's 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
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.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Webb

David Webb

Therapist

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


There’s much more to your story.

I believe therapy should be a place where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow. Drawing on decades of experience, I provide a compassionate, practical, and holistic approach to therapy. I began my work as a spiritual and addictions counselor in 1981 and became a state-licensed mental health therapist in 2007. Since then, I have partnered with individuals, couples, families, and groups to help them build on their strengths, clarify their values, and create lasting change.

Before moving into private practice, I spent 20 years serving the Cleveland, Tennessee community as an outpatient therapist at Hiwassee Mental Health Center.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Erica Edwards

Erica Edwards

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Winchester, TN


“My desire for my patients is for every individual to feel empowered to take control of their mental health.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Savannah Szpur

Savannah Szpur

Therapist

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


Welcome!

I’m Savannah, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for individuals and couples who want healing, restoration, and stabilization in their relationships and personal lives. Adulthood is full of challenges, changes, and hardship. But these challenges can be particularly overwhelming when you’ve entered adulthood with relational or childhood wounds. You may feel stuck, directionless, confused, enraged, depressed, anxious, and ashamed. However, there is hope.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charlotte Bailey

Charlotte Bailey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • McMinnville, TN


Charlotte Bailey, LCSW, C.Ht A Holistic Healing Experience for Mind, Body & Spirit

Are you ready to transform your life at a deeper level? With over two decades of personal commitment and clinical therapy experience—anchored by 28 years of marriage and rich life experience—Charlotte Bailey, LCSW brings empathy, clinical expertise and multiple healing modalities to guide you through your journey.

Who I help:

• Adults navigating depression, anxiety, grief and PTSD

• Individuals seeking relief from the ebb & flow of life’s transitions and challenges

• Couples committed to strengthening their relationship and navigating difficult seasons

• Teens and children adjusting to blended families, divorce, life-stage shifts or family dynamic changes

• Anyone ready to break free from nicotine dependence through the unique Clean BreakTM Smoking Cessation Program

How we work together: • Clinically-trained hypnotherapy to access deep transformation—effective for trauma, panic, anxiety, sleep disorders, grief & loss, pain management and mind-body healing

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy to create actionable, meaningful change

• A compassionate, empathetic approach that honors your whole being—mental, physical, emotional and spiritual

Whether you’re seeking relief, resilience or renewal, I invite you to take the first step. Let’s work together to unlock greater peace, purpose and connection in your life.

Contact & Availability Charlotte Bailey, LCSW Telehealth Available Phone: 1-423-401-8209 Website: https://care.headway.co/providers/charlotte-bailey

Accepting new clients. Insurance accepted and flexible scheduling.

Let’s begin your healing journey today.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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).

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melisse Prusinski

Melisse Prusinski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Madison, TN


I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) and Board Certified Hypnotherapist based in Madison, TN, with 16 years in practice. I hold a Master's in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and am a certified hypnotherapist through the National Guild of Hypnotists. I'm also an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, so I train and supervise other clinicians in addition to seeing clients myself.

I work with adults and families around addiction, trauma and PTSD, and impulse control disorders, along with anxiety, low self-esteem, mood disorders, OCD, relationship issues, and compulsive or disruptive patterns. Hypnotherapy and Internal Family Sytems are my favorite modalities.

I offer both in-person sessions (at Watershed Wellness Cooperative in Madison) and telehealth, with daytime, evening, and weekend availability.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Amanda Gibson

Amanda Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Many of my clients come to therapy seeking a space where they can show up authentically, feel genuinely understood, and begin creating meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Katherine (Katy) Morris

Katherine (Katy) Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe the better we know ourselves, the better able we are to honestly and authentically engage with those around us.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ann Darks

Ann Darks

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“With more than 14 years of experience, I help adults navigate a wide range of emotional challenges, with particular focus on grief, trauma, PTSD, and anxiety.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ashley Elmquist

Ashley Elmquist

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nashville, TN


“Ashley works with clients looking to find healing by stopping cycles of toxic stress related to trauma or core issues developed in childhood.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacey Smith

Stacey Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach combines Cognitive-Behavioral, Person-Centered, Trauma-Focused, and Solutions-Focused Therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Samantha Browning

Samantha Browning

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is warm, relational, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when we look at the whole person, including your relationships, environment, history, strengths, values, and current stressors.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Linda Walters

Dr. Linda Walters

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“As a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience, I am here to provide insight and awareness to most mental health issues and concerns with cultural competency...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamil Matthews

Jamil Matthews

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Memphis, TN


“Vey solution focused. I am open to working through trauma and the challenges in the past however I do it with care to ensure that there are some active solutions in place to move things forward.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Muriel McKinzie

Muriel McKinzie

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I provide a warm, affirming space where you can feel safe exploring the patterns, experiences, and relationships that shape you life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Troy Burnette

Troy Burnette

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I utilize a variety of evidence-based goal-oriented therapeutic techniques to empower you with effective coping mechanisms to help you feel better.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Buchanan

Brittany Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual • Nashville, TN


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's of Science in Social Work from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. I have over 13 years of experience helping adults, teens, children and families in the midst of significant life transitions. I have worked within child welfare, family homelessness, psychiatric hospital care, school, and tele-heath settings. In my practice, I help adolescents and adults overcome challenges related to anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and other life issues.

Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Evans

Christine Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I believe in empowering people to take charge of their own present and future lives. Generally, when you seek therapy, you are overwhelmed and ready to change. I believe you have it within yourself to make sense of your life, focus on creating the life you desire, and feel in control. I use strength and solution-based, client -centered psychotherapy. I am nonjudgmental, compassionate, and have a sense of humor. Regardless of the weight of therapy, we will also laugh!

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD in Chattanooga, TN

Number of therapists serving Chattanooga, TN
There are over 968 therapists in Chattanooga, TN accepting new patients.
968+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Trauma
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 83%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%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
  • 19%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 82%Woman
  • 17%Man
License types
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  • 36%Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 11%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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