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Grief counselors and therapists in Cookeville, TN

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Cookeville, TN

Coping with loss takes time and professional guidance. Headway offers grief therapy in Cookeville with providers trained in bereavement counseling, meaning-making, and trauma-informed care to support you through anticipatory grief, loss of a parent, partner, or loved one.

Veronica Arnold

Veronica Arnold

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Therapy should be a comfortable place to talk about uncomfortable things-and not feel judged or misunderstood.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Josh Cochran

Josh Cochran

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Clients describe me as calm, relatable, and easy to talk to — someone who listens without judgment and helps you make sense of what's going on in your world.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chelsea Nixon

Chelsea Nixon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Kearby

Karen Kearby

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am interactive, engaged, and provide unconditional positive regard to create a safe environment for expression and exploration.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Barbara Powell

Barbara Powell

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe in uncovering positives within life's difficulties and helping clients reframe unhelpful perceptions that may be preventing them from living fully.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jessica Bolin Edwards

Jessica Bolin Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Crossville, TN


“My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Catherine Quillet

Catherine Quillet

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Franklin, TN


“I love supporting individuals and couples through the life stages of infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and adoption.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kendal Martin

Kendal Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I consider myself an empathetic, yet solution focused therapist. Helping you reach your goals is my number 1 goal.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 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.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karissa Melchior

Karissa Melchior

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe you have everything you need to reach your full potential, sometimes it's just hard knowing where to start.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mary Salerno

Mary Salerno

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“I bring 27 years of experience in the medical field and a deep commitment to supporting mental health and healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Natalie DeSisto

Natalie DeSisto

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I create a safe, compassionate, and warm environment and act as a guide for you to come home to yourself, your wisdom, and your trust in yourself.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zephaniah Mukendi

Zephaniah Mukendi

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I like to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for my clients; as we work to change the problem, they came needing help with.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erricka Hill

Erricka Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“We will work collaboratively using practical, evidence-based tools tailored to your healing journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shalyndria Parker

Shalyndria Parker

Therapist

Virtual • Memphis, TN


“You deserve a space where your full self can be seen, heard, and supported especially during life's most challenging seasons.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Sarah Rogers

Dr. Sarah Rogers

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 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.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
David Cunningham

David Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tullahoma, TN


Clients should know that I believe therapy works best when it is built on trust, honesty, and collaboration. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported while we work together toward meaningful change. As a counselor and Navy veteran, I value integrity, perseverance, and service to others. I also respect the role that personal values and faith can play in someone’s life and am comfortable incorporating those perspectives into counseling when it is important to the client.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gwendolyn Cane

Gwendolyn Cane

Therapist

Virtual • Nashville, TN


“My clients can expect empathy, safety, solid communication, and to be heard from the first session until the last.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Infertility
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Smith

Elizabeth Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Mt. Juliet, TN


“My style is warm, supportive and down-to-earth. I want my clients to feel comfortable, so I focus on creating a safe, non judge mental space where they can share openly.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ieeia Currie

Ieeia Currie

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Therapy is about holding up a mirror so that you're able to see where you are and envision where you want to be.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Donahue

Melissa Donahue

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe in each person drawing from their life experiences and strengths to move forward to find their best self!”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Audrie Nicholson

Audrie Nicholson

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I help clients to experience a safe environment to explore your life choices and challenges without judgement.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Janice Davidson

Janice Davidson

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe therapy should feel both supportive and useful, so I work with you to develop practical tools and strategies you can apply in your everyday life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kellie Branch-Dircks

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma (including first responders), aging-related concerns, and members of the agricultural and farming communities.

I provide telehealth services across multiple states, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jeanna Kovac

Jeanna Kovac

Therapist

Virtual • Jonesborough, TN


“I have devoted the large majority of my career to assisting individuals work through trauma resulting from various abuses, accidents, and combat trauma.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jay Stone

Jay Stone

Therapist

Virtual • Memphis, TN


“Utilizing an empowerment, attachment, and trauma-focused framework, I work with clients to blend an approach that best suits their needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miguelina Santana

Miguelina Santana

Therapist

Virtual • Collegedale, TN


“As a Christian clinical therapist, my primary mission is to serve you as a whole person—without judgment or bias—while continuously assessing the influences of your bio-psycho-social environment to support positive, lasting change that fits your...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Leimbach

Mary Leimbach

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I'm not here to sit back, nod, and hand out generic advice. I'm here to get in the trenches with you, cut through the noise, and maybe even laugh at the absurdity of it all along the way.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Chan

Elizabeth Chan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brentwood, TN


“Elizabeth believes that wholeheartedness occurs when one comes to understand their intrinsic worth and their capacity to be seen, heard, known, and loved.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Emily Kerlin

Emily Kerlin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Columbia, TN


I have experience sitting with a variety of clients which is what makes me approachable and warm. I enjoy helping people discover the best version of themselves!

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vanessa Reyes

Vanessa Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented while also helping clients develop practical tools for everyday life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Upton

Mark Upton

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe that most concerns can be turned into successes, if all parties are willing to put in the work to make the changes happen.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Karla Lewis

Karla Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I use cognitive behavioral techniques meaning we will spend time looking at how your thoughts inform your behavior and mood.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Claire Ivy

Claire Ivy

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I consider it a great privilege to be entrusted to journey alongside others and offer support as they navigate and make sense of their life’s journey. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in both Tennessee and Georgia, I am passionate about working with teens and adults who are combating issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma history, low self worth, and other stressors. I have been working in the field of social work for 4 years and practicing clinically for 2 years.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Starlett Armstrong

Starlett Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual • Jackson, TN


“I employ evidence-based techniques including EMDR, DBT, ARC, and TF-CBT to create a secure environment for exploring emotions.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Michelle Walraven

Michelle Walraven

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I meet clients where they are. The environment is open and accepting - clients find it easy to be relaxed and open.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Becki Livingston

Becki Livingston

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I see my role as a companion on that healing path, so that you no longer have to navigate that alone.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carrie Callaway

Carrie Callaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nashville, TN


“I strive to provide a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable, so you can then address what is bothering you, with the goal of your feeling better.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Thyberg

Anna Thyberg

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Hi, I’m Anna. I believe mental health is one of the most universal—and most human—experiences we share. Everyone deserves the opportunity to feel grounded, confident, and at peace. My passion for this work comes from seeing how transformative therapy can be when people are given the space and support to truly understand themselves.

With over five years of experience in the treatment field, including three years as a Clinical Director, I specialize in substance use, acute mental health, and life transitions. I work with adults navigating stress, uncertainty, and major turning points, helping them gain insight and move toward stability and self-awareness.

Before becoming a therapist, I worked in the business world, which taught me the value of clear communication, structure, and solution-oriented thinking. I bring those same principles into therapy—blending empathy with practicality to help you take achievable steps toward a life that feels more stable and fulfilling.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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