Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Nashville, TN

At an early age most people are taught to be independent, strong, and self-sufficient. But, there are times in life when difficult situations can become overwhelming. During these difficult times in life some individuals do not realize that it is okay "Not to be Okay." Asking for help can be hard.

If you understand why you feel the way you do but still can’t seem to change the patterns keeping you stuck, therapy can go deeper than simply talking about what’s wrong.

Hi, I’m Emily Burgess, LCSW, PMH-C, CMNCS, owner of Conduit Counseling Collective. I work with clients who may look like they’re functioning well on the outside but internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck in old patterns, or exhausted from holding everything together.

My approach is warm, practical, collaborative, and whole-person focused. We’ll make space to understand your story and where your patterns came from—but we won’t stop there. I believe insight is most helpful when it leads to meaningful change in everyday life.

My work integrates evidence-based therapy with parts work, somatic approaches, nervous system regulation, and the connection between mental and physical wellbeing. When appropriate, we may explore how sleep, movement, nutrition, stress, relationships, and daily rhythms are impacting the way you feel. Mental health doesn’t exist separately from the rest of your body or your life.

I’ve worked in mental health since 2013 and have specialized experience in anxiety, life transitions, women’s mental health, and perinatal mental health.

Therapy with me is supportive, but it’s also active. I’ll bring curiosity, compassion, perspective, accountability—and probably some humor. You don’t need to have the right words or show up with everything figured out.

My goal is to help you better understand yourself, build trust in yourself, and turn insight into change that actually carries into your life.

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.

I am a Christian Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My faith in the Holy Trinity of The Father, The Son and The Holy Spirit greatly shape my life, and my work. I believe you have everything you need within you to achieve your goals and heal.

I am a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about helping women feel supported, understood, and empowered in their mental health care. My practice focuses on women’s mental health, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and perinatal mental health concerns throughout pregnancy, postpartum, and other major life transitions.

I believe mental health care should feel personal, collaborative, and judgment-free. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest about what you are experiencing while knowing that your concerns will be taken seriously.

Charlotte Bailey, LCSW, C.Ht A Holistic Healing Experience for Mind, Body & Spirit

Are you ready to transform your life at a deeper level? With over two decades of personal commitment and clinical therapy experience—anchored by 28 years of marriage and rich life experience—Charlotte Bailey, LCSW brings empathy, clinical expertise and multiple healing modalities to guide you through your journey.

Who I help:

• Adults navigating depression, anxiety, grief and PTSD

• Individuals seeking relief from the ebb & flow of life’s transitions and challenges

• Couples committed to strengthening their relationship and navigating difficult seasons

• Teens and children adjusting to blended families, divorce, life-stage shifts or family dynamic changes

• Anyone ready to break free from nicotine dependence through the unique Clean BreakTM Smoking Cessation Program

How we work together: • Clinically-trained hypnotherapy to access deep transformation—effective for trauma, panic, anxiety, sleep disorders, grief & loss, pain management and mind-body healing

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy to create actionable, meaningful change

• A compassionate, empathetic approach that honors your whole being—mental, physical, emotional and spiritual

Whether you’re seeking relief, resilience or renewal, I invite you to take the first step. Let’s work together to unlock greater peace, purpose and connection in your life.

Contact & Availability Charlotte Bailey, LCSW Telehealth Available and in person appointments available. Phone: 1-423-401-8209 Website: https://care.headway.co/providers/charlotte-bailey

Accepting new clients. Insurance accepted and flexible scheduling.

Let’s begin your healing journey today.

I began my counseling career as a school counselor. I have been an LPC/MHSP since 2010. I am an empty nester with three successful adult sons that I raised on my own. I am highly neurodivergent and gifted at the use of multiple modalities in treating complex trauma. This is NOT talk therapy. This a working collaboration. I meet my client where they are and challenge them to reach their goals.

As your therapist, my primary goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel genuinely heard and understood. Together, we will explore the challenges you are facing and identify actionable steps to help you move forward. My practice focuses on building practical coping strategies tailored to your unique lifestyle and goals. You can expect a collaborative relationship built on trust, respect, and mutual dedication to your personal growth.