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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 950 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.

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
Jucinta Rome

Jucinta Rome

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach to therapy is that clients are the experts on their lives. I am there to support their journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Littleton-Smith

Sarah Littleton-Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I help girls and women navigate anxiety, eating disorders, life transitions, and relationship challenges while creating a space where they feel understood, supported, and empowered.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Leanna Baldner

Leanna Baldner

Therapist

Virtual • Memphis, TN


“I like to do this by exploring a person's story and present moment experiences to discover the reason for the individual's distress and the maladaptive patterns they have used to survive.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Willingham

Alexis Willingham

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe the best treatment plans are developed together, taking into account your unique experiences, goals, and preferences.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Laura Heidler

Laura Heidler

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I want therapy to feel safe, collaborative, and genuinely helpful, whether you're looking for support through something specific or working on long-term change.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 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
Dr. Trillion Small

Dr. Trillion Small

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I work with high-functioning, driven adults who are successful on the outside but often carrying pressure, over-responsibility, or internal strain on the inside.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Karen Roy

Karen Roy

Therapist

Virtual • Memphis, TN


“I bring a grounded, compassionate presence to therapy, creating a safe space for clients to process trauma, grief, and complex life transitions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Renee Hall

Renee Hall

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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
Haley Whetstone

Haley Whetstone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brentwood, TN


“While partnering with my clients, I use a variety of techniques to help them reach their therapeutic goals including internal family systems, mindfulness, cognitive behavior therapy, and attachment based therapy.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Amir Ali Hussaini

Dr. Amir Ali Hussaini

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I support adults and teens with things like anxiety, ADD/ADHD, depression, and mood challenges by providing thoughtful, personalized care that focuses on your goals and lived experience.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Leslie Mower

Leslie Mower

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My style of counseling is raw, uncut, and straight-forward while remaining sensitive, respectful, and culturally aware...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Harrison

Elizabeth Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


With over 30 years of experience as a therapist, I bring both deep expertise and genuine compassion to every client I work with. I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, alcohol and substance use, and relationship challenges.

I believe that healing begins in a space where you feel truly heard. My approach is rooted in warmth, patience, and a deep respect for your unique story. Whether you're carrying the weight of past experiences, struggling with how you cope day to day, or feeling disconnected in your relationships, you don't have to figure it out alone.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Angie Galyean

Angie Galyean

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with women who are currently in emotionally abusive, coercive, or controlling relationships...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 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
Jessica Bush

Jessica Bush

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I help high-achieving women and men unlearn perfectionism rooted in survival mode, so they can move from constant pressure to confidence, clarity, and self-trust.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Holly Waldrop

Holly Waldrop

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Sometimes your mind understands what’s happened, but your body still holds the impact. I’m trained in EMDR and Brainspotting, approaches that help gently process those deeper layers. My work integrates mindfulness and somatic awareness to support nervous system regulation, so change doesn’t just feel intellectual, it feels real, grounded, and lasting.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Natalie Stamey

Dr. Natalie Stamey

Psychologist

Virtual • Tennessee


My name is Dr. Natalie Stamey. I have been a psychologist for over 20 years. I have worked in many settings including private practice, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, jails, and nursing homes. I accept everyone as they are right now and try to help them get to where they want to be. I do not judge and I am not critical. I support people through changes that will help them build a more fulfilling life for themselves.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Patrick Nelson

Patrick Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Chattanooga, TN


“Healing may look a bit different for each person. So I do my best to equip clients with the tools to help them make sense of the hurt and pain they may be going through.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Glen Tilghman

Glen Tilghman

Therapist

Virtual • Union City, TN


“I believe in advocating for improved outcomes while empowering clients to better understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Destiny Woodard

Destiny Woodard

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am passionate about assisting patients in "returning to better days" by integrating holistic care and working closely with patients to achieve their treatment goals.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Racquel O'Riley

Dr. Racquel O'Riley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


This is a telehealth practice. As a personal choice, the use of narcotics or other controlled (DEA) meds are minimal, if any. I've been a psych nurse practitioner for at least 14yrs. I believe in managing conditions with psychiatric and non-psychiatric treatment modalities that are evidence based. The use of the least amount of meds, at lower doses that does the healing of symptoms, is an active process involving the client and based on the reported experiences. Safety is the core of my practice and my job is to help clients understand internal signals and how to prevent another crisis.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
April Howell

April Howell

Therapist

Virtual • Chattanooga, TN


“I help people who feel trapped in their own lives—those struggling with depression, unprocessed trauma, and the weight of critical messages they've internalized.”
PTSD, Trauma, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Leah Talley

Leah Talley

Therapist

Virtual • Chattanooga, TN


“I later became trained in Brainspotting to offer clients a form of relief that normal talk therapy alone could not offer.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Annette Gallardo

Dr. Annette Gallardo

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is compassionate, direct, and solution-focused. I integrate trauma-informed care, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral strategies...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shae Pugliese

Shae Pugliese

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My hope is to create a space where you don't have to perform, have it all figured out, or carry things alone.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tera O'Connor

Tera O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe lasting change comes from understanding the patterns beneath our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors—not simply managing symptoms.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Erica Petree

Erica Petree

Therapist

Virtual • Johnson City, TN


“I believe in providing the educational component of therapy, to understand the "why" and link it with the "behavior".”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Walraven

Michelle Walraven

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I meet clients where they are. The environment is open and accepting - clients find it easy to be relaxed and open.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Auslyn Thomas

Auslyn Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Nashville, TN


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist in the State of Tennessee. I have over 17 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked in community, residential, and juvenile justice settings. I am passionate about working with those struggling with mood and anxiety issues, trauma, and anyone trying to move toward a healthier life. I specialize in Trauma, OCD, and Play Therapy.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Christa Walker

Christa Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I practice a relational, human-centered approach to therapy that is less about being analyzed and more about being in a healthy, supportive relationship.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
LaNee DeJohnette

LaNee DeJohnette

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My passion lies in guiding clients toward becoming their best selves through evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, play therapy, trauma processing, mindfulness-based...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Ja'Quay Brister

Dr. Ja'Quay Brister

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“I collaborate closely with clients to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs, with a focus on promoting holistic wellness and empowering individuals to achieve their mental health goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amanda Harrell

Amanda Harrell

Psychologist

Virtual • Tennessee


Hi, I'm Dr. Amanda Harrell, a licensed clinical psychologist (Psy.D.). Since 2006, it's been a true privilege to walk alongside people in their healing and growth, and I'd be honored to do the same with you. Whatever brought you here — anxiety, depression, the heavy pull of shame or guilt, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, or simply navigating a genuinely tough season — my goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and truly supported as you move toward the life you want.

I earned my doctorate in clinical psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and have spent nearly two decades helping clients bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be. Whether you're facing loss, a major transition, or just feeling overwhelmed, you don't have to do it alone — we'll find a path forward together.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Andres Fraga

Andres Fraga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chattanooga, TN


“I take a holistic approach to my life and work. I know that true wellness comes from taking care of mind, body, and spirit.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Barney

Hannah Barney

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I take a trauma-informed approach that centers safety, autonomy, and deep respect for each person's unique process.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Smith

Katherine Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nashville, TN


“I am sober several years now, a mom, and I won't ask a client to do anything in their healing work that I've not been willing to do myself.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharla Mize

Sharla Mize

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


It is my joy in life to help my clients re-discover their true self. We do this together by challenging old paradigms that get us stuck. As we uncover the true self, I will also help you develop new skills for coping as you move from surviving to thriving. I am a Master's level Professional Counselor, comprehensively trained in DBT, IFS, and NARM.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists serving Cookeville, TN
There are over 944 therapists in Cookeville, TN accepting new patients.
944+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 95%Trauma
  • 90%Stress management
  • 84%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Ascension
  • 53%BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 3%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 80%Online only
  • 20%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
  • 12%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 12%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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