Bipolar disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Cookeville, TN

Your story is unlike anyone else's, and parts of it may feel hard to make sense of, let alone say out loud. Maybe anxiety or depression has become the background noise of your life, old experiences keep resurfacing in your relationships, or you are carrying thoughts you have never felt safe saying to anyone. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I work with individuals and couples of all ages and cultural backgrounds on anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, personality concerns, and relationship difficulties. You are already doing more well than you realize, and I want to help you build on that.

I’m a Fully Licensed Clinical Psychologist (TN, CO) with supporting folks through Life’s Challenges with Compassion, Wisdom, Joy & Practical Care . Work in Health / Wellness, Spirituality, Higher Education & Psychological Services for US Military, School, Church, Business & Law Enforcement communities : US / Europe (Belgium, Netherlands, Germany).

I help adults navigating fear, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, trauma, stress, loneliness, major life transitions, relationship issues, meaning, and personal growth . I believe all deserves to feel heard, respected & supported in a safe, nonjudgmental space . My style is warm, thoughtful & tailored to each person's unique experiences, needs, wants, dreams, beliefs, values, goals & strengths.

I value the link among emotional health, intelligence, physical wellness, love, work, play, relationships, joy & spirituality.

WELCOME. Clients from All Walks of Life.

Diverse ages, education, lifestyles, beliefs, parents, CEOs,

religious/non-religious, students, blue-collars, intellectuals,

healthcare providers . Cultural Competence ~ work only with English-speaking clients from : Europe, USA, Latin America, Canada.

Ever notice how a stressful week makes your shoulders tight or your chest feel heavy? Our minds and bodies speak the same language.

Welcome to Balance & Bliss Therapy. For 18 years, my passion has been helping people heal by listening to both their life story and their somatic experience. I don't just treat the mind from the neck up; I weave somatic techniques into every single session.

• Relational Healing: Whether we are untangling partnership knots with EFT and the Gottman Method, we always track how your nervous system responds.
• Emotional Regulation: When learning day-to-day tools through DBT and CBT, we connect your thoughts to your physical responses.
• Trauma Resolution: By combining these systems with EMDR, we can safely target where your body is holding onto trauma and gently let it go.

Outside the office, I actively practice the balance I teach. You can usually find me training my therapy dog, hitting the highway in my camping trailer, getting lost in a book, catching a live concert, or enjoying chaotic, joyful quality time with my grandkids.

Clients should know that I believe therapy works best when it is built on trust, honesty, and collaboration. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported while we work together toward meaningful change. As a counselor and Navy veteran, I value integrity, perseverance, and service to others. I also respect the role that personal values and faith can play in someone’s life and am comfortable incorporating those perspectives into counseling when it is important to the client.

I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I treat a wide range of mental health challenges including anxiety and stress, mood disorders, trauma, depression, coping with chronic illness, military family life, and life transitions. I have 30 years of working with service members, families and support system members.