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Amy Gartner

My approach to therapy: I view much of emotional pain through the lens of grief and loss. Grief isn't only about death. It comes from divorce, infertility, health challenges, caregiving, childhhood abuse/neglect, adoption, trauma, or the loss of a life that you thought you would have. My therapeutic approach is grief sensitive, trauma informed, compassionate and client centered.

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Melissa Cox

My approach to therapy: While I'm gentle and caring in my approach, I am also honest and straightforward. I believe that each individual has the power to make the changes necessary for growth and healing in their life.

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Kristen Pantermarakis

My approach to therapy: In the earliest stages of our work together, I will assist you in developing self- soothing skills as a foundation for the deeper work of learning to love, respect, and accept yourself.

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Jamier Dawkins

My approach to therapy: I take an integrative, collaborative approach—blending evidence-based tools like CBT, mindfulness, and Brainspotting with warmth and curiosity. Together, we’ll explore your story, uncover patterns, and create practical strategies so you can feel more grounded, connected, and in control of your life.

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Brian Post

My approach to therapy: I will help you to slow down and lean INTO your emotions, especially the uncomfortable ones you’re so good at avoiding. Psychodynamic psychotherapy is an intense process, but I will support and guide you as we explore the terrain of your inner life.

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Allison Battles

My approach to therapy: I center creativity, connection, and cultural humility in healing. Through art, games, storytelling, and metaphor, I support insight and empowerment while honoring each person’s identities, communities, and meaning-making. My work is relational, trauma-informed, and liberation-focused, offering individual and therapeutic role-playing game group therapy.

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Sean Marie Hart

My approach to therapy: it is highly relational as I value the importance of the therapeutic relationship in our work together. I believe a safe relationship is key for the safety and security needed to engage in healing.

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Dr. Kelly McAleer

My approach to therapy: Therapy with me isn’t about fixing what’s “wrong” with you. It’s a space for self-inquiry—a place to tend to what’s been buried, minimized, or pushed aside. I meet you where you are and help you move toward insight, healing, and a more connected sense of self. My work draws from a range of modalities and unfolds at a pace that feels right to you.

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Amanda Etienne

My approach to therapy: I work with young women struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, or navigating life after sexual or relational trauma. I use a blend of IFS, ACT, and Somatic Therapy to help you reach a life you value. Whether you’re overwhelmed by overthinking, confused by the impact of past experiences, or feel like you’re constantly performing - I'm glad you're here.

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Shelby Johnson, PhD

My approach to therapy: I value collaboration and a holistic approach to therapy. We will examine the early experiences, relational patterns, and cultural identity factors that are unique to you and uncover the root causes of your problems to allow for healing and change.

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Find Childhood Trauma Therapists & Counselors in Tennessee.

Childhood trauma can cause you mental trouble long after it occurred. It may affect your relationships, self-image, mental health, and even your physical wellbeing.

Mental Health Match connects you with top-notch therapists who can help you manage the feelings, behaviors, and triggers associated with traumatic childhood events. Wherever you are located in Tennessee, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Childhood Trauma Symptoms

Childhood trauma stems from childhood abuse, neglect, accidents, and more. It can affect adolescents, teens, and adults, causing them to experience a wide range of symptoms, some of which include:

  • Chronic sadness or depression
  • Worry
  • Anger and irritability
  • Panic attacks
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Mood swings
  • Poor concentration

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, therapy can help to improve the quality of your life. You can learn more about childhood trauma and how it affects you in this article from therapist Lacy Shawn.

Overcome Your Childhood Trauma with Therapy

There’s no better time to seek treatment for childhood trauma than now - therapy can help you heal and let go of the trauma. Mental Health Match can help get you started by connecting you with a licensed therapist fast. Get childhood trauma therapy and counseling online or in-person. Browse above, or use our therapist matching survey to get personalized results.


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