Top in-person Tennessee adults therapists who accept cash payments

I follow Jesus Christ and have nearly 20 years of experience supporting my clients' mental health and emotional needs through the practical application of Biblical truth. I will partner with you to assess symptoms ailing you but uncover solutions to resolve them, grow personally, and live the abundant life promised to those who serve the living God. I earned a bachelor's degree in Psychology in 1995, and a master's degree in counseling in 2001 from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. I earned a pastoral counseling certification in 2019 from Liberty University and have served families in Nebraska, Colorado, and Tennessee for over 20 years in behavioral health. Whether you struggle with relationship conflicts, depression, anxiety, or unresolved trauma, my approach will help you gain insight into root causes, develop clear steps to move forward and obtain the peace and joy that comes with knowing the truth and being set free to experience the life God provides through His Son.

I primarily use CBT and Psychodynamic theory when working with clients. I believe in being very direct and blunt with clients as this will help them grow. I don't beat around the bush or allow clients to get away with self-deception and confront their irrational and dysfunctional belief systems. I am comfortable treating a variety of symptoms and conditions. I believe in creating a safe space for clients to express themselves however they need to. This encourages growth and trust in the therapeutic alliance. I encourage clients to set the goals they want to reach. This is their process. Wherever they want to go, I will help them get there. I tell my clients I am the car. They are the driver. We go to the destination they determine. The first session with me is information gathering so I will be asking a lot of questions and they will be doing most of the talking.

I am married and the father of two teenage kids. I enjoy sports, movies, and music. My hobbies include golf, camping, hiking, and kayaking. I have experience helping teenagers, adults, and couples with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues. I am focused on creating a safe and trusting environment for clients to talk and explore. Whether you are seeking help with a specific issue, needing to gain some insight in a particular area, or just want to talk through a certain thought or situation, I welcome everyone with respect, empathy, and compassion. I tend to lean more direct with regards to talking through issues expressed by clients. I hope to understand and define the specific issue in order to work with more focus. While it is important for clients to come to their own conclusions and decisions, I actively engage in sessions to provide support and guidance throughout the process.

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by daily hassles and unexpected stressors. Life can be challenging, but taking the first step toward support shows strength. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years in social work and 10 years providing therapy to individuals from diverse backgrounds. I offer a safe, supportive environment where your unique experiences and strengths are valued. My compassionate, evidence-based approach is designed to help you navigate challenges and work toward lasting growth, healing, and fulfillment.

Thank you for clicking on my profile. I am a Certified Grief Recovery Method Specialist and have extensive experience working with individuals who have experienced a wide range of losses. All of us experience some type of loss – pets die, we move from one city to another, parents divorce, a parent chooses not to be a part of our lives, relationships end, we lose important jobs, and the list goes on. Grief is the normal and natural reaction to loss of any kind. Depression and anxiety can be symptoms of a loss. Whether grief is caused by a death or another loss, incomplete relationships can have a lifelong negative impact on your capacity for happiness. I would be honored to work with you and learn more about how you would like to live a more fulfilling life.

With almost 15 years of clinical experience, I've had the privilege of working with individuals in a wide range of settings, including hospitals, crisis intervention, outpatient clinics, group therapy, and treatment centers. This diverse professional background has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of mental health challenges and the most effective ways to support clients on their healing journeys. My practice is built on the foundation of self-compassion. I believe that by cultivating kindness, grace, and understanding for ourselves, we can navigate even the most challenging past, present, or future experiences. I draw from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic frameworks, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and compassion-focused and trauma-informed approaches, to tailor our work to your unique needs. My goal is to create a warm, welcoming, and safe therapeutic environment, whether we're meeting in person or virtually. I value open communication and honesty, and I'm committed to being a safe and trusted partner as we work through life's many challenges together. I am an affirming therapist for the LGBTQIA+ community, dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive space for all. I work with clients facing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, addiction, and grief and loss. I also have a special interest in women's mental health, offering dedicated support for challenges related to pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, and pregnancy loss. I look forward to the opportunity to connect with you and explore how we can work together to foster your well-being.

Samantha Bishop, LPC-MHSP I’m a trauma-informed therapist and mom who believes healing happens best in relationship. I love the safety and comfort that come through traditional talk therapy, but I also know that lasting change often requires stepping outside our comfort zones. My approach blends both — offering a grounded space of compassion while inviting gentle challenge and growth. Whether we’re exploring the past, reconnecting with the body, or building new relational patterns, I help clients rediscover their resilience and sense of worth. I draw from experiential, somatic, and attachment-based approaches to support each person’s unique process. I believe therapy should feel both safe and real — a space where you can be fully seen, understood, and encouraged to grow at your own pace.

It takes courage to ask for help in difficult times, but we all need support at different moments in our lives. I am a bilingual licensed psychologist, and I have been working with children, adolescents and families for more than a decade. I specialize in areas including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, mourning and separation. Immigration, trauma, transgenerational trauma and identity have been specific areas of interest. My treatment approaches are: Psychodynamic psychotherapy, Interpersonal and solution focused brief therapy, incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques in an integrative approach. I utilize Play therapy, bibliotherapy and sand tray techniques when working with children, with an emphasis on parent-child work. I understand psychotherapy as a private and safe space to reflect on issues that may be affecting you and make the changes needed to feel better with yourself, family, and other relationships.

I am a licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP) in the State of Tennessee. I have a Master of Counseling from Oregon State University and a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Sciences from the same University. I have worked with clients with depression, addiction issues, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, social phobias, relationship issues, phase of life issues, abandonment issues, and more. In my 60+ years of life, I have personally experienced a lot of things that my clients share with me. I am able to empathize or and the very least identify with my client`s needs. I am a licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP) in the State of Tennessee. I have a Master of Counseling from Oregon State University and a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Sciences from the same University. I have worked with clients with depression, addiction issues, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, social phobias, relationship issues, phase of life issues, abandonment issues, and more. My approach is Person/Client Centered; Person-centered therapy uses a non-authoritative approach that allows clients to take more of a lead in discussions so that, in the process, they will discover their own solutions. The therapist acts as a compassionate facilitator, listening without judgment and acknowledging the client’s experience without moving the conversation in another direction.