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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Nashville, TN

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Nashville, TN

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Anna Owens

Anna Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have over 10 years of experience as generalist and over 7 years of specializing in narcissistic abuse, psychological indoctrination, breaking trauma bonds, and substance use.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ashley Stafford

Ashley Stafford

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I use a person centered, trauma informed, and insight-oriented approach. We will explore your internal dynamics and past experiences...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Von Dietsch

Christina Von Dietsch

Therapist

Virtual • Nashville, TN


“I prioritize client-centered care and will tailor a treatment plan based on your strengths, ensuring we progress at a pace that suits you.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Brooke Hogan

Brooke Hogan

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


My name is Brooke, and I'm glad you're here.

I love working with a variety of disorders including anxiety, depression, OCD, and many more. One of my passions includes working with those living with or being impacted by cancer or terminal illness.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
John Campbell

John Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My goal is therapy that feels natural, not formal. We'll dive into your concerns, tailor approaches, set clear goals, and target key behaviors.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tiffany Guy

Tiffany Guy

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and direct, with a focus on building insight, practicing new skills, and honoring your unique experience.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Harris

Kimberly Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I view therapy as teamwork between you and me. We are going to focus on the issues/topics you are grappling with and need to process.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michelle Dodson

Michelle Dodson

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and trauma-informed care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sarah Long

Sarah Long

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I prefer a relaxed structure... I use approaches from cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and relational therapy.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shaun Lynn

Shaun Lynn

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Starting therapy is a big step, and if you've made it this far, you're doing an amazing job. You've recognized that you need assistance navigating life, and I'm here to help you understand yourself better. I work with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, perinatal mental health, self-esteem, and other conditions.

I've always been told I'm easy to talk to, and I have a deep desire to help people become the best versions of themselves. I love seeing my clients gain confidence and become empowered to not only survive, but to thrive and become truly comfortable in their skin. Together, we can get you to your happy place.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tempest Alexandria McDonald

Dr. Tempest Alexandria McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am a multiply neurodivergent therapist and published researcher who is passionate about helping all clients, including those with neurodivergent conditions (diagnosed or self-identified), achieve personal growth.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Becca Ward

Becca Ward

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Johnson City, TN


“I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management, but I also believe good mental health care requires actually listening to you.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lori Mcdunn

Lori Mcdunn

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach to therapy is that every client, regardless of their diagnosis or their current and prior challenges is capable of happiness.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tokunbo Akinleye

Tokunbo Akinleye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Knoxville, TN


“I provide an open, non-judgmental, compassionate, and warm environment. I want each and every patient to know their concerns are being addressed.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Allison White

Allison White

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have over 24 years of professional experience in a wide variety of settings including Community Behavioral Health, Healthcare, Corrections, and school-based counseling.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hilary Haverkamp

Hilary Haverkamp

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I especially love working with women and couples experiencing infertility, issues that might impact pregnancy, and postpartum disorders.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lisbeth Vance

Lisbeth Vance

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Murfreesboro, TN


“Lisbeth is all about relationships! She wants clients to be able to engage in healthy relationship with themselves and others when they are done with their work.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
McKenna Schnedler

McKenna Schnedler

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is person-centered and holistic, meaning I view each client as a whole—mind, body, and spirit.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Burda

Rebecca Burda

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have more than ten years experience providing services to individuals age 4 to 60+, with my primary practice focus working with children and adolescents, young adults, and parents/caregivers. I am a Certified Parent Peer Support Specialist in addition to my clinical licensure. I have experience working with a variety of diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, Autism, ADHD, etc. I have also worked with individuals with mild to moderate cognitive disabilities in addition to their mental health diagnoses.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Hattar

Jennifer Hattar

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I take a holistic approach to therapy, taking into consideration a person's childhood and upbringing, cultural, socioeconomic and spiritual practices and values.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tiffany Cox

Tiffany Cox

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is rooted in empathy, honesty, and practical support. I use evidence-based techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and solution-focused strategies to help you build insight, develop coping skills,...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Blackwell

Hannah Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michelle Fowler

Michelle Fowler

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I offer support and guidance—even gently challenging you at times—but you will be the one who decides what course of action you want to take with your life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christina Vanzella

Christina Vanzella

Therapist

Virtual • Atoka, TN


“Therapy with me is a space to slow down, make sense of what you're carrying, and begin to feel more steady and grounded in your day-to-day life.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Brooke

Heather Brooke

Therapist

Virtual • Jackson, TN


“I believe in meeting my clients where they are. There is no one size fits all approach to therapy and I work with clients where they are at.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Belinda Swindle

Belinda Swindle

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe that clients should take away from therapy the tools needed to succeed outside of the therapy room.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Alicia Wilson

Dr. Alicia Wilson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“My goal is to offer compassionate, evidence-based treatment that helps patients achieve meaningful, lasting improvements in their overall health and quality of life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Trinicia Woods

Trinicia Woods

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Reaching out for support can be one of the hardest steps, and I strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and accepted without judgment. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, navigate life’s challenges, and build the tools you need to create meaningful, lasting change.

I work with those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, grief, self-esteem concerns, and relationship challenges. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by your past, struggling to cope with the present, or trying to build the future you want, we’ll work together at a pace that feels right for you.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Daniella Hansen

Daniella Hansen

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe the strongest tool we have is our therapeutic relationship, characterized by trust, understanding and empathy.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jennifer Wilmore

Jennifer Wilmore

Therapist

Virtual • Antioch, TN


“I work to support you to achieve emotional health, spiritual growth, and life stability through evidence-based therapy and compassionate care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Cessar Scott

Dr. Cessar Scott

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Tennessee


I have had the opportunity and blessing to work with individuals from all dynamic backgrounds and in those endeavors have acquired a great appreciation and respect for what each individual struggle with. It is my hope and responsibility to get them through this

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
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.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Angela Moralee

Angela Moralee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cookeville, TN


“My treatment approach is rooted in person-centered therapy which is a type of humanistic therapy. This basically means that you, the client, are my first consideration...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Nathan Knappier

Nathan Knappier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Merriweather

Elizabeth Merriweather

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“You'll leave each therapy session with actionable items to work towards, a clear picture of progress made to date, and an understanding of the specific path forward towards goal achievement.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ali Rogers

Ali Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • Murfreesboro, TN


“I believe healing begins with telling your story and feeling truly heard, so you can better understand how each part of your experience has shaped who you are.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Riuyinosa Elema

Dr. Riuyinosa Elema

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Tennessee


“We value your input and strive to create a collaborative treatment plan that addresses your unique needs and goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christopher Adams

Christopher Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I firmly believe in the effectiveness of the therapeutic process. With the support of a knowledgeable therapist, we can significantly improve our lives.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Regan Kounlavong

Regan Kounlavong

Therapist

Virtual • Murfreesboro, TN


“I'm especially passionate about supporting people through perinatal mental health challenges and working with those who are neurodivergent.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lisa Jamar

Lisa Jamar

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck and build tools you can use in everyday life—not just in session.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

About our therapists who support maternal mental health located within 20 miles of Nashville, TN

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Nashville, TN
There are over 24 therapists in Nashville, TN accepting new patients.
24+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 100%Depression
  • 96%Women's issues
  • 96%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 71%Cigna
  • 58%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 54%BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
  • 54%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 4%Turkish
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 96%Woman
  • 4%Man
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 33%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 25%Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider
  • 4%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 42%Couples therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Postpartum Therapist in Nashville

Finding postpartum therapists in Nashville starts with looking for care that fits your specific needs after pregnancy or birth. Postpartum support can include help with postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, birth-related stress, identity changes, pregnancy loss, and relationship strain. As you compare therapists, look for listed experience with perinatal mental health, prenatal concerns, postpartum couples counseling, or related support. A credential like PMH-C can also signal specialized training in perinatal mental health.

Nashville has many therapy options, and the number of choices can make it harder to narrow your search. New parents may also need care that fits around unpredictable schedules, infant care, and physical recovery. Virtual appointments can make it easier to access a postpartum therapist from home, while in-person care may be a better fit if you prefer an office setting. Before booking, read therapist bios for details on availability, therapy style, session structure, and whether a free phone consultation is offered.

Therapy in Nashville can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before your first appointment. Headway lets you search for postpartum therapists who are accepting new patients, enter your insurance details for an upfront cost estimate, and book directly when you’re ready.

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