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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Cookeville, TN

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Cookeville, TN

Cookeville residents dealing with PTSD and trauma can access 983 licensed providers through Headway who use relaxation training, exposure therapy, and psychoeducation to support recovery. Find a therapist who resonates with you, receive your first consultation free, and begin healing with sessions available as soon as tomorrow with average savings of 75% through insurance.

Hannah Hollingsworth

Hannah Hollingsworth

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I believe reaching out for support is a meaningful first step toward creating positive change. As a warm, compassionate, and welcoming counselor, I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can be your authentic self and feel empowered throughout the counseling process. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 16 insurance carriers
Claire Jergensen

Claire Jergensen

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


If you're a parent watching your child struggle, a teen who feels like no one gets it, or an adult carrying more than you know how to name, you're in the right place. I work with clients across every stage of life, from toddlers to seniors, and I understand that anxiety, depression, and trauma don't look the same at every age. Over the years I've sat with people through some of their hardest moments, and I've learned that healing starts with having one person who won't flinch at what you bring into the room.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christina Cutcher

Christina Cutcher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“My background in oncology and psychiatry gives me a practical understanding of how physical and emotional health connect.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Svetlana Famina

Dr. Svetlana Famina

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I provide professional, confidential and compassionate care. Over the years, I have mastered my diagnostic skills which allows me to design effective treatment plans for my patients.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Timothy Civil-Smith

Timothy Civil-Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Hi! My name is Timothy, I'm a licensed professional counselor. I received my Master's in Counseling in 2022, and have been working as a therapist since then. I've specialized in family issues, childhood trauma, and ADHD, as well as helping people through panic attacks and depression.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandi Vann

Brandi Vann

Therapist

Virtual • Smyrna, TN


“My approach is laid-back and collaborative. I allow my clients to guide the conversation based on what matters most to them, while I offer support, insight, and practical tools along the way.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Betsy Crabtree

Betsy Crabtree

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Knoxville, TN


“I firmly believe that patient-centered care is crucial for fostering trust and healing, and I strive to create an environment where every individual feels valued and heard.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Renetta Albea

Renetta Albea

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My 1st and main priority is meeting each of my clients where they are and displaying a non-judgmental attitude.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Cooper Eaton

Cooper Eaton

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I combine narrative therapy and EMDR to help you understand how your past experiences shape your relationships and sense of self.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Debra Main

Debra Main

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


With over 20 years if experience, I provide counseling to adolescents, adults and senior adults. People from all faiths, cultures and world views are welcome in my practice. Clients come to my office seeking a safe place to process things that may have resulted in feelings of anxiety, depression, stress or relationship difficulties. I specialize in working with clients who have experienced trauma. Counseling is provided from a Biblical worldview and I will pray with clients upon request.

A Master's Degree in Counseling was earned in 2007 from Oakland University in Rochester, MI. Additionally I hold certifications in grief counseling and Story Informed Trauma Therapy (SITT). Work with couples and families is informed by doctoral level study and Gottman training to help improve communication in relationships. I have been married for 50 years, am the mother of two adult children and grand mother of seven.

My office provides a handicapped accessible space to process concerns in a home-like atmosphere. Counseling services are available in person and via telehealth.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Lara

Elizabeth Lara

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Hi, I’m Liz! I help clients heal from past trauma and uncover the root of what’s keeping them feeling stuck. Trauma can shape the way you see yourself, others, and the world—often showing up as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or difficulty setting healthy boundaries.

My work focuses on addressing these deeper patterns to support lasting healing and meaningful personal growth. For those who desire it, I also offer the option to integrate Christian faith into the counseling process.

I believe therapy should not only be effective but also feel human and approachable. We’ll roll up our sleeves and do the work together, while also making space for moments of lightness along the way.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Lanz

Barbara Lanz

Therapist

Virtual • Jonesborough, TN


“My goal is to provide an environment where people feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported as they move toward the life they want to create.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ja'Lisa Giles

Ja'Lisa Giles

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I'm passionate about working with people of color, and I aim to create a supportive, affirming space where you feel seen and respected.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaundra Hardaway

Shaundra Hardaway

Therapist

Virtual • Memphis, TN


“My aim is to help you leave each session feeling supported, heard, and better equipped to navigate the changes you strive for.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Holman

Stephanie Holman

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“True growth occurs in the face of discomfort, so therapy is not always easy. I provide a safe space while you go through those times of discomfort...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laila Ashkazari

Laila Ashkazari

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Laila's clinical approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected to enact change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Khelsea Walker

Khelsea Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Shaquita Starks

Dr. Shaquita Starks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Memphis, TN


I have over 27 years of experience in nursing and mental health care. I specialize in supporting individuals of all ages who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and burnout.

I have a particular passion for working with caregivers, high-achieving professionals, and women who carry the emotional weight of others. My care blends evidence-based psychiatric treatment with holistic approaches to help clients achieve balance in mind, body, and spirit.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Corey Latta

Dr. Corey Latta

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I’m a person-centered therapist with more than ten years of experience helping people navigate grief, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship struggles, family conflict, heartbreak, abuse, and trauma. I work with a broad range of clients and bring specialized training in EMDR and trauma-focused care to my practice. I know what it is to struggle, and I believe healing begins when you no longer have to face that struggle alone. My role is to meet you where you are, help you imagine where you want to be, and walk alongside you as you find the courage to get there.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alyson De Jesus

Alyson De Jesus

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I take a warm and collaborate approach to therapy, creating a space where clients feel safe to be honest.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Heather Mann

Heather Mann

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe in empowering every unique individual to find their strengths to accomplish their goals for counseling.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Park

Christina Park

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, supportive space where clients can better understand themselves, develop practical coping skills, process difficult experiences, and work toward meaningful change.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Starlett Armstrong

Starlett Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual • Jackson, TN


“I employ evidence-based techniques including EMDR, DBT, ARC, and TF-CBT to create a secure environment for exploring emotions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Deandra Calvin

Deandra Calvin

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My communication style is mostly collaborative where information is exchanged and topics are discussed to achieve a common goal.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire

Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“He empowers his clients with the tools to be in control, advocate for themselves and make well-informed treatment decisions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Douglas Harper

Douglas Harper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 15 insurance carriers
Kellie Branch-Dircks

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma (including first responders), aging-related concerns, and members of the agricultural and farming communities.

I provide telehealth services across multiple states, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Amani Dickerson

Amani Dickerson

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Therapy can be a safe, judgment-free place to sort through what feels heavy, confusing, or hard to name.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lindsay Allison

Lindsay Allison

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe choosing to participate in therapy is a courageous and vulnerable step toward your ideal wellness so my primary focus is always creating comfort in a non-judgmental atmosphere.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lee Sinnott

Lee Sinnott

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am passionate about helping everyone to live deliberately and find meaning in their lives through embracing their personal power and developing skills to live life to its' fullest.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Deborah DeFrieze

Deborah DeFrieze

Therapist

Virtual • Jonesborough, TN


Hi, I'm Dr. Deborah DeFrieze, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience helping people work through anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, depression, and life's hardest transitions. If anxiety or overwhelm has been running the show lately, I'm here to help you take the reins back — with a warm, honest, and practical approach.

My path to this work has been a rich one. Alongside my social work career, I spent 33 years in public education — as a teacher in both regular and special education, an assistant principal, a principal, and an assistant professor — and I served as a missionary in Africa for 18 months. Those experiences taught me to meet people where they are, across every walk of life and stage of change. I hold a Master of Social Work from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and a doctorate in education from the University of Georgia, and I'm also a Licensed Massage Therapist, which deepens my appreciation for the mind-body connection in healing.

I draw on evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, tailoring our work to what will help you most.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Makayla King

Makayla King

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Most of my clients are veterans and people working through trauma that has not responded to surface-level approaches.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Bonnie Spicer

Bonnie Spicer

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


My name is Bonnie Spicer and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP). I have 9 years of experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, addiction, just to name a few. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey. I admire your courage and determination for personal growth. I am sorry to hear that you are struggling right now. I can help you with your goals, discuss your concerns, and help you move forward. I am looking forward to working with you and helping you on your journey.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Deborah Perry

Deborah Perry

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe in the healing power of the therapist-client relationship, grounded in honesty and self-awareness.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brooke Pate

Brooke Pate

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe therapy should feel human: honest, relatable, and rooted in genuine connection rather than pressure or perfection.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jordan Osher

Jordan Osher

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My social work practice is rooted in person centered, solution-focused treatment that highlights the strengths and resiliency of the individuals I serve.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandi Hampshire

Brandi Hampshire

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is open-minded, compassionate, and solution-focused. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you, offer a different perspective when needed, and help you recognize your strengths.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lauren Myers

Lauren Myers

Therapist

Virtual • Brentwood, TN


“My style is genuine and real. I believe that good therapy is a balance of building a warm, trusting relationship and acquiring practical skills for application.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists serving Cookeville, TN
There are over 983 therapists in Cookeville, TN accepting new patients.
983+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 94%Trauma
  • 91%Stress management
  • 84%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 65%Ascension
  • 49%BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 17%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 82%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 37%Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider
  • 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 12%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 12%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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