Working with a therapist can help you learn to manage life's challenges and achieve more positive outcomes. If you’re interested in starting therapy, consider an online platform like BetterHelp.

With BetterHelp, you can get mental health care from a licensed professional counselor, licensed marriage and family therapist, or other provider from the comfort of home at a time that works for your schedule. Plus, you can change therapists anytime for no fee until you find a provider with whom you have a successful therapeutic relationship. 

While BetterHelp does not currently provide group therapy, the providers on the platform have extensive experience providing individual therapy. A BetterHelp counselor can guide you through the therapeutic process and help you overcome a range of life difficulties, from managing the symptoms of bipolar disorder or mood disorders to improving low self-esteem.

If you’re looking for an online therapist, TN has many options. The following providers are licensed and qualified to provide online therapy across the state of Tennessee. Connect with a therapist below to start learning the coping strategies you need to navigate the challenges in your life.

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Angela Mallard

Offering therapy in Tennessee
License: LPC/LPC-MHSP,LMHC
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression
14 years of experience

Hello. My name is Angela Mallard and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Provider with over 14 years of experience in Counseling. I have spent most of my career in out patient settings, working in schools, offices, and in home family therapy. I have worked with individuals, couples and families with a wide range of backgrounds. The last several years I have worked with at risk youth and their families. I have experience working with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, ADHD, trauma and abuse, stress, family difficulties, and concerns with parenting. I use a variety of therapeutic interventions to best meet the needs of those I am working with. My goal is to collaborate with you, understanding your story, your strengths, and your goals, and walking with you on the path to find your success. My approach to therapy is client centered, solution focused and trauma informed. I strive to be sensitive and compassionate, focusing on your unique story and circumstances to tailor treatment to meet your needs. My goal is to both support and empower you.

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Dr. Erin Armour

Offering therapy in Tennessee
License: Psy.D.
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSleeping disordersDepression
11 years of experience

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Tennessee with 10 years experience. I have worked with people with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress, ADHD, relationship problems, and sleep difficulties. I have also helped people with chronic pain or disability. I also work with couples to improve their intimacy and communication. My counseling style is warm, compassionate, and aimed at empowering my clients to make positive changes in their lives. My approach combines motivational interviewing with cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and solution-focused techniques to help individuals achieve their goals. I work with each client to write an individualized, mutually agreed upon treatment plan based on empirically supported techniques. It takes tremendous strength and courage to ask for help with making positive changes. I'm honored to be a part of that process. I look forward to working with you!

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Ekinia Dillard-Cole

Offering therapy in Tennessee
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue
10 years of experience

About Me Hello There! Are you ready to Exhale? I am Ekinia Dillard-Cole a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 19 years of experience in social services. I have a very diverse client background working with adults, children, and families struggling with depression, anxiety, and grief. I also have expertise with helping clients resolve relationship issues and adapt to various medical diagnoses. My vision for care is to utilize a holistic approach to tap into the skills that you already possess to manifest inner healing. I cannot heal or fix you, but by using researched based therapeutic services, we can collectively develop and implement strategies and goals that give you the autonomy to heal and walk in freedom. To acquire this freedom, it will require your willingness to open-up and address issues and struggles that are sometimes difficult to discuss. If you are willing, I can tailor the services that you need to produce your desired outcomes. My approach is open discussion, and you have the right to discuss, exhale, and let go of anything that you want in a nonjudgmental zone…It’s your world! By utilizing counseling modalities such as, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, I will work toward providing you the essentials you need to create a better you. Don’t wait to exhale, EXHALE with EKINIA. I look forward to supporting you through this journey. Specialties: • Relationship concerns • Stress, Anxiety • Depression • Coaching • Self Esteem • Adjustment Concerns Also experienced in: Anger Management, Abuse, Trauma, Family Conflict, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Establishing Boundaries, Goal Setting, LGBT, Career Difficulties, Control Issues, Coping with Life Changes, Post-traumatic stress, Communication Barriers, Codependency, Mood Disorders, Adjustment Disorders and Addictions. Clinical Approaches: Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, Client Centered Therapy. Years of Experience: 19 Services Offered Licensing: LCSW #0000006853 (Expires:2023-09-23)

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Mariellen LePage

Offering therapy in Tennessee
License: LCSW
AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
21 years of experience

Hello, and welcome! My name is Mariellen, and I am a licensed therapist based in Tennessee, with over 20 years of experience in the field. I am committed to ensuring that every client I work with feels heard, understood, and validated in a confidential and safe place. I know that seeking therapy can be an intimidating and vulnerable process, and I want to assure you that you are not alone. Together, we will work towards finding solutions and creating positive change in your life. My background in therapy and extensive training in various Evidence-Based Treatments allows me to draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities to customize treatment to fit your unique needs. These modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). As we work together, we will collaborate to help you develop skills and strategies that can empower you to achieve your goals and maintain lasting change. I truly believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I look forward to working with you to help you achieve your personal and emotional well-being. If you're ready to take the first step towards improving your emotional well-being, you can schedule an appointment directly on my page. I look forward to working with you and helping you create a path towards a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.

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Mary Lynn Millsaps

Offering therapy in Tennessee
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
10 years of experience

Hi there, my name is Mary Lynn. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience in coaching and therapy. I am passionate about helping others to unwind, observe, and possibly change thoughts and behaviors that are barriers to living a joyful life. Offering a patient-centered approach, I blend therapeutic styles to what is most helpful and productive for each individual. Whether it is adjusting to a life change, managing anxiousness, or dealing with trauma or loss, let’s work together to observe what is happening in and around us and move forward with intention. A bit more about my background: I graduated from the University of Tennessee with a Masters in Science in Social Work, specializing in Trauma and Interpersonal Practice. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Motivational Interviewing, and Integrative Therapies. My professional experiences include working in settings of trauma, healthcare, and international social work providing clinical counseling to individuals and groups. Please reach out if you'd like!

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Caitlin Merritt

Offering therapy in Tennessee
License: LPC-MHSP,M.Ed.,NCC
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changes
5 years of experience

Hi! I'm Caitlin - thank you for visiting my page and considering me to help you in achieving your best life! I am Licensed Professional Counselor, Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP) in the state of Tennessee with over 4 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I hold a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have undergone extensive training in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, most commonly issues pertaining to: depression, anxiety, relationships, parenting problems, career challenges, ADHD, and trauma. My therapy style is solution-focused and interactive. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic and integrative approaches based on your specific needs. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific goals. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you in whatever way I can. I look forward to working with you!

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Bruce Theobald

Offering therapy in Tennessee
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
19 years of experience

I am licensed in Tennessee with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, and depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many qualities that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I believe that all of us have suffered from feeling that we are not in control of our lives. When that experience persists, then our instinct to protect ourselves can push us into patterns of behavior that range from bad habits to behavior that damages relationships and threatens our physical and mental health. I help people by focusing on their strengths rather than their weaknesses, to build supportive relationships with themselves and others, and to help them see themselves as unique and worthwhile persons. We do this together through a therapeutic relationship.

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Brenita Seay

Offering therapy in Tennessee
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
14 years of experience

I am licensed in Tennessee with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationships, time management/life skill building, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. 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 & empower you in that journey. Please be advised when scheduling appointments, that in order to have adequate time to discuss things during the session a 10-minute grace period is given for 30-minute sessions, and a 15-minute grace period is given for 45-minute therapy sessions. After this time, sessions will be marked as a no show and have to be rescheduled for another time. I look forward to working with each client but want to make sure that adequate time is given to address presenting concerns!

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Annie Warren

Offering therapy in Tennessee
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSelf esteem
27 years of experience

I am licensed in Tennessee with 27 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Dr. Richard Highland

Offering therapy in Tennessee
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementDepression
27 years of experience

I am licensed in Georgia with 27 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, & anger management. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. 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 & empower you in that journey.

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Kristena Partridge

Offering therapy in Tennessee
Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression
5 years of experience

I am licensed in Illinois with 2 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, intimacy related issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Mason Doss

Offering therapy in Tennessee
AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementCoping with life changes
4 years of experience

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Tennessee with several years of experience. I graduated in 2020 from Tennessee Technological University with a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling, and I have worked the last 3 years in addictions counseling. I have assisted clients that suffer from substance abuse, depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship/family issues, as well as many other mental health concerns. Initially, I strive to build and develop a good therapeutic relationship with each individual to create a safe space to talk without the fear of judgment. I utilize different approaches in therapy: humanistic approach, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy and rational emotive behavioral therapy. I evaluate the topic of concern and work with you to adjust treatment as needed. Seeking change takes courage. If you are ready to take the first steps, I am here to support and guide you through this journey to a better you. I look forward to seeing you soon!

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Anne Peyton Baker

Offering therapy in Tennessee
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression
3 years of experience

I am thrilled to work with clients of any age and background, and I especially love getting to work with individuals who no longer want to live with their past defining their present. Let's work together to help you reach your goals and live the life you were created to live! I have extensive training in working through trauma across the lifespan- from childhood abuse or foster and adoptive families, to adult acute trauma, it is an honor to walk with clients through their pain to move from surviving to thriving. *I offer services in both Spanish and English.* You've taken a big leap already by searching for help. Reach out today to continue your journey of healing- you are so worth it! I am licensed in Tennessee with 3 years of professional work experience.

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Theresa Bowler-Shopeyin

Offering therapy in Tennessee
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
22 years of experience

My name is Theresa Bowler-Shopeyin, MHR, LPC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has had the privilege of providing counseling services to numerous l individuals over the past 19 years in Oklahoma. My initial goal is to build trust with you by actively listening with unconditional positive regard, in a non-judgmental and genuine caring manner. Hopefully, this will help you to feel safe and free to share openly your symptoms, thoughts, feelings, and/or story with me. In helping you to achieve your counseling goals, my therapeutic techniques are holistic. I approach therapy by assessing your needs and goals. I may select to use one or more therapeutic techniques, which may include, but not limited to cognitive-behavioral, reality therapy, solution-focused, psychoeducational, trauma-informed, and mindfulness. I have experience helping and assisting individual(s) of all ages in the following areas: • Anxiety (social, generalized) • Depression • Grief and Loss • Bipolar • Psychosis • Adjustment Issues • Coping with life changes i.e., divorce, new relationship, growing up, getting older, sudden death or medical diagnosis, empty nesting, retirement, job loss, or career change • Self-discovery • Trauma & Stress Related Concerns • Homelessness • Co-occurring (Mental Health & Addiction) • Anger/Control Concern • Self-Esteem • Relationship issues i.e., family, personal, couples, marriage • Stress • Crisis I hope this information is helpful. I am here to support you! Thank you for considering me as your therapist.

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Patricia Cunningham

Offering therapy in Tennessee
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
12 years of experience

I am licensed in Tennessee with 12 years of professional counseling experience an over 20 working with a variety of cultures in all aspects of their lives. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, building confidence, & developing skills to reduce episodes of depress. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. We all have fears an issues we want to change so taking the first step to sign up for therapy can make that happen! I am proud of you for getting started an excited to help you start your journey an change the things you want to let go of!

How can therapists in Tennessee support you?

Therapists in Tennessee can practice many types of counseling, from marriage and family therapy to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). They may also assist you with symptoms of depression, stress, or anxiety.

Therapists may help you set and achieve career goals, work on current issues you may be facing, or address your past. Over 3,973,341 people live in Tennessee, and one out of five Americans has a mental health condition. Searching for licensed professionals in Tennessee may help you find mental health support for personal growth, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other mental health concerns. You do not need a mental health diagnosis to seek support from one of BetterHelp's licensed providers above.  

The mental health field can include psychiatric medication management, online therapy, marriage counseling, couples therapy, clinical social work, licensed counseling, and other mental health services in person and online. Seeing a licensed provider can help you navigate mental health conditions and life circumstances through mindfulness and other specialized techniques.

Please note that BetterHelp does not offer diagnostic or medication management services.

Why are many residents in the state of Tennessee working with a licensed counselor?

People reach out for mental health support for a variety of reasons. Many individuals work with a counselor for general life advice, while others may attend therapy for a specific concern. Whether you live in a large city or a smaller county in Tennessee, BetterHelp can match you with a licensed professional tailored to your preferences noted when you sign up.

Mental health counselors in Tennessee support clients with varying issues, which can include:

  • Challenging situations or life stressors
  • Eating disorders
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Depression or depressive conditions
  • Adjustment issues
  • Emotional support for a terminal illness
  • Chronic pain emotional support
  • Grief
  • Personality disorders
  • Trauma
  • Relationship conflicts and concerns

Finding a therapist that takes new clients in online therapy can be the first step in finding a treatment plan that works for you. Your therapist can provide a safe space for you to focus on self-care and well-being.

If you're interested in speaking to one of the therapists above or being matched with a counselor in 24 to 48 hours, consider signing up for BetterHelp. BetterHelp has over 35,000 providers, including those listed above.

Emergency services

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use this site's online services. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the hotlines below:

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Some commonly asked questions can be found below.

How much does a therapist cost?

Mental health professionals can differ in price. Forbes found that the average cost of in-person therapy in the US is around $100 to $200 per hour. Pricing can also vary based on your location. 

BetterHelp offers payment plans of $60 to $90 per session, charged monthly in a lump sum. You can also take advantage of this pricing on one of BetterHelp's sister platforms, like ReGain for couples or TeenCounseling for teens aged 13 to 19.

Many therapists may be upfront about their pricing and whether or not they take health insurance from the beginning. Additionally, some in your area may offer a sliding scale plan to allow those with lower incomes to pay less for therapy. However, services online can often save individuals a few hundred dollars per month.

How do I know if I should get a therapist?

Mental health services and mental health providers may help you navigate various concerns. You do not need a diagnosis or condition to attend therapy; You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general advice. A counselor may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.

Mental health issues don't always present as a crisis. Many professionals provide talk therapy and support for life transitions, skills learning, relationship problems, or life coaching. Online therapy sessions in Tennessee can allow clients seeking therapy to experience professional help through video, phone, or live chat sessions without commuting to an office.

Does insurance cover therapy?

Different counseling services can vary in cost. Therapists must apply to accept insurance through insurance companies, which may take time and money, so not every therapist offers services through insurance. If you cannot find a therapist that accepts your plan, BetterHelp may be cheaper than visiting an in-person therapist.

Is online therapy safe?

Online therapy through BetterHelp and its sister platforms is safe. Therapists are licensed, experienced, and vetted before being contracted with the platform. If you experience any concerns with your therapist, you change your counselor through the platform or app at any time.

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