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Top therapists in Nashville, TN accepting new patients

Nashville residents deserve accessible mental healthcare. Headway's network of 1,026 providers serves communities throughout East Nashville, Midtown, and Beyond the Boulevard, offering talk therapy and medication management with insurance coverage and sessions available within two weeks.

Deandra Smith

Deandra Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away • Nashville, TN


“I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, postpartum depression, and bipolar disorder in patients 6 years old throughout the lifespan.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amy J Gartner

Amy J Gartner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.5 mi away • Nashville, TN


“I became a therapist because therapy changed my own life and I know how powerful it is to finally feel seen and understood.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosie Nebel

Rosie Nebel

Therapist

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


“My goal from the time we meet is to connect with you as a human first and therapist second. ... I see you as an individual to build a relationship of trust and collaboration with, rather than as a list of problems to solve.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ingrid Ransom Boje

Ingrid Ransom Boje

Therapist

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


“I am a specialized trauma therapist trained in EMDR, IFS, Inner Child, Somatic work, and Gottman Couples Therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lori Dickson

Lori Dickson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and holistic, with a focus on helping you feel heard while developing a treatment plan that supports meaningful and lasting improvement.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Chan

Elizabeth Chan

Therapist

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


“Elizabeth believes that wholeheartedness occurs when one comes to understand their intrinsic worth and their capacity to be seen, heard, known, and loved.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Doug Herr

Dr. Doug Herr

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away • Nashville, TN


“I have ADHD and understand the struggles firsthand. If you suffer from RSD, as well, (Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria), that's also correctable.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alev Ates-Barlas

Alev Ates-Barlas

Therapist

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


“I believe healing begins when you feel truly seen, understood, and supported—not judged or treated as a problem to be fixed.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Madolyn Statler

Madolyn Statler

Therapist

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


“I want to help you conquer the world you live in, make the changes necessary to get there, and help you feel safe and secure knowing you are not alone in handling it all.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Bryant-Likens

Mary Bryant-Likens

Therapist

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


“I specialize in unburdening deeply held wounds and negative core beliefs. Sessions involve a combination of interventions including EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, and experiential work...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Martez Nelson

Martez Nelson

Therapist

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


“My style is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and collaborative. I show up as my real self, and I invite you to do the same.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Callie Cox

Callie Cox

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • Nashville, TN


“I love helping people understand who they are and how they got here through the lens of their childhood and history.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Casey Flow

Casey Flow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.1 mi away • Nashville, TN


“Stories are a huge part of my approach to therapy. I believe therapy is a collaborative process and that clients are the experts on their lives and I feel honored to enter into that space with them.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Wynne Whitley

Wynne Whitley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.4 mi away • Nashville, TN


“More than anything, I want therapy to feel like a place where you can slow down, make sense of things, and start to feel a bit steadier in yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Charmai Davalos

Charmai Davalos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Nashville, TN


“I believe meaningful change can happen not only through understanding, but through experiencing something different in the moment.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charissa Youssi

Charissa Youssi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.1 mi away • Nashville, TN


“I have over 14 years of experience working with adults who have experienced trauma & attachment disruptions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tassel Shanebrook

Dr. Tassel Shanebrook

Therapist

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


“I help individuals who may feel disconnected from their true selves, showing up as depression, anxiety, or a feeling of being unfulfilled.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ashley Elmquist

Ashley Elmquist

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.3 mi away • 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamal Nesbitt

Jamal Nesbitt

Therapist

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


“I approach therapy with a belief that people are experts on their own lives; there's always two experts in the room.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ariana Benes

Ariana Benes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Nashville, TN


“I am certified in perinatal mental health (PMH-C) and am passionate about working with clients throughout the perinatal period.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Walker Duncan

Walker Duncan

Therapist

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


“My passion is for helping people get unstuck from the likes of shame, anxiety, perfectionism, harsh self judgment and criticism, etc. by moving toward genuine self compassion...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsay Loftis

Lindsay Loftis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Nashville, TN


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that healing happens when we feel safe enough to be honest.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melisse Prusinski

Melisse Prusinski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • 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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Renee Lackey

Renee Lackey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Brentwood, TN


“Maybe you’re the person who holds everything together, but inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in your head, or exhausted from trying so hard to get things right.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chelsea Nixon

Chelsea Nixon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Brentwood, TN


Many people come to therapy because something in their relationships isn’t working—conflict that keeps repeating, difficulty feeling close, or a sense of disconnection from themselves or others. Beneath these patterns, there is often something deeper: old wounds, protective strategies, and unmet longings that continue to shape how we show up in the present.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Xiola Harris

Xiola Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.8 mi away • Nashville, TN


“Therapy is deeply personal, and I believe it's important to feel seen. Not just as a set of symptoms, but as a whole person.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Nichols

John Nichols

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Brentwood, TN


“I often see my role as an interpreter—helping you make sense of what's happening beneath the surface and recognize patterns that can be difficult to see from inside them.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alex Carey

Alex Carey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Brentwood, TN


“I've spent years working with veterans and the military, and I've helped many hundreds of clients navigate stressors, from the unimaginable to the ordinary.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Leslie VanRavenswaay

Leslie VanRavenswaay

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Brentwood, TN


“I am passionate about walking alongside women and couples to help them learn, grow, and deepen their relationships with themselves and others.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Connor Anderson

Connor Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Brentwood, TN


“My goal is to provide a safe and nonjudgemental space where people can unpack these significant experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jenny Harmon

Jenny Harmon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Brentwood, TN


“I use a humanistic, solution-focused approach that emphasizes empathy, client strengths, and practical steps toward meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Kenemer

Elizabeth Kenemer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“At times, art, nature, movement, and play therapies may be incorporated in addition to traditional individual talk therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dyamond Williams

Dyamond Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • Nashville, TN


Are you apart of a generation where you want to embrace, embody, and empower your mental stability? Do you believe you have been impacted by unhealthy habits of coping? Maybe the daily stress, past trauma, or woes of motherhood can use some support? If you find yourself answering yes, then this maybe your first step towards healing. My name is Dyamond Williams, therapist and owner of Healing Gems Counseling where we embrace, embody, and empower mental stability. I have a passion for working with the BIPOC community as well as women, professionals, and the everyday individual. My goal is to help you embrace healing without judgement.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bethany Winfield

Bethany Winfield

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Franklin, TN


“I work from an attachment-based perspective and believe that healing occurs within the safety of a strong therapeutic relationship.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Stivers

Elizabeth Stivers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Brentwood, TN


“I feel privileged each time a client or family walks in to my practice... I cherish each opportunity you offer me to walk beside you on your journey toward healing.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Scott Darks

Scott Darks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Hendersonville, TN


“I tend to lean towards a more direct approach with regards to talking through issues expressed by clients so we can work with focus.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Felicita Quinones

Felicita Quinones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Franklin, TN


“I help clients heal emotional pain, increase communication and understanding, and develop insights into how to better manage or to overcome their struggles.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Katelyn Lover

Katelyn Lover

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Brentwood, TN


“My goal with every session is that my client is left with helpful insight, at least one action item for "homework", and a renewed sense of hope for the future.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Sarah Rogers

Dr. Sarah Rogers

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Brentwood, TN


“I utilize an integrative and holistic approach to therapy which allows customized treatment while recognizing the effects of cognitive, emotional, and physiological factors on overall mental health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Philip Alms

Philip Alms

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Mt. Juliet, TN


“I utilize my extensive training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Brainspotting (BSP) to offer an evidenced-based, person-centered approach...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Nashville, TN

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Nashville, TN
There are over 55 therapists in Nashville, TN accepting new patients.
55+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 89%Stress management
  • 87%Depression
  • 80%Trauma
  • 78%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 95%Aetna
  • 73%Cigna
  • 62%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 49%BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
  • 47%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 2%French
  • 2%German
  • 2%Italian
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 22%Man
License types
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  • 36%Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider
  • 24%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 24%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 11%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 33%Couples therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right therapist for you

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 Nashville

Searching for therapists in Nashville starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want support with. Nashville has a broad mental health community across areas like East Nashville, Midtown, Green Hills, and nearby suburbs, so it helps to narrow your options by need first. You may be looking for care related to anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, stress, or life transitions. As you compare Nashville therapists, look for specialties, therapy approaches, and population experience that fit your goals, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or couples counseling.

In a major metro area like Nashville, having many options can make the search feel harder to sort through. Practical factors can help you decide which therapist is a usable match. Consider whether you prefer in-person sessions near your home, work, or campus, or virtual appointments that fit more easily into your schedule. You can also compare appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, free phone consultation options, and session style. Reading therapist bios before booking can help you understand how each therapist communicates, what they focus on, and what to expect in a first session.

Therapy in Nashville can be expensive without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make ongoing care more affordable. Headway helps you search for therapists, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose between in-person and virtual appointments. You can enter your insurance details on Headway to confirm coverage available in Nashville. You can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.