Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapists in Knoxville, Tennessee TN
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CBT
Dr. Nnenna Nwankwo
Psychologist, PsyD
Psychologist licensed in WI, IN and certified with PSYPACT in 40+ states serving adults ages 21+ for individual and couples therapy. Other services include consultations, and psych evaluations. Available online for therapy and consultations. Available both online and in-person for psych evaluations.
15 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Dr. Aretha Steele (Mindful Healing Counseling)
Psychologist, PsyD
Hi! Are you dealing with stress, going through a bit of a rough patch, or just need someone to talk to? Whether it's managing anxiety, healing old wounds, feeling misunderstood, or facing the unique challenges life throws at you, I'm here to support you.
17 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN (Online Only)
CBT
Debra Nelson
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Meeting you where you are... As a clinical psychologist, I understand that your life can be complex. There are demands and expectations at different life stages that can be impacted by situational and mental health struggles. It's important to be mindful of the interaction between those demands and your stage of life. I recognize and respect that people have individual needs throughout the lifespan and I want to work closely and collaboratively with you to ensure that you reach your goals to a richer, more satisfying life.
23 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Patricia McGuire
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-MHSP, NCC
I offer virtual sessions for residents of Tennessee via Simple Practice, a secure and HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.
11 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Melissa Jermann
Psychologist, Ph.D.
We offer both in-person and virtual therapy. You will receive a personalized Zoom link for your therapy sessions.
9 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Charles R. Davenport, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Charles R. Davenport offers convenient and accessible online therapy services to clients in over 40 states. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Davenport provides high-quality mental health care from the comfort of your own home. His telehealth services are designed to help individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and career stress.
Dr. Davenport utilizes evidence-based therapeutic techniques, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices, to deliver effective and personalized care. His approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring that you receive the support and guidance you need to achieve emotional well-being and personal growth.
Online therapy with Dr. Davenport offers the flexibility to schedule sessions at times that work best for you, eliminating the need for travel and making it easier to fit therapy into your busy life. Whether you are dealing with stress, managing a mental health condition, or seeking personal development, Dr. Davenport is committed to helping you achieve your goals through compassionate and collaborative therapy.
Experience the benefits of professional mental health care from the convenience of your own space with Dr. Charles R. Davenport’s online therapy services.
21 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Rachael Keyser, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
I provide compassionate and evidence-based online therapy and assessments for individuals and couples. My approach is holistic, integrating traditional psychotherapy with mindfulness, relational work, and tailored coping strategies. Whether you're managing anxiety, relationship difficulties, pregnancy-related concerns, or ADHD, I offer a safe, affirming space to explore your experiences and develop meaningful change—all from the comfort of your own home.
4 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Seth Frank
Marriage and Family Therapist, MMFT, M.Div, AMFT
You're looking through therapist profiles for a reason. It can be hard to know who to try. If I were in your position, I'd want a space where I felt heard and understood, a space where I could get guidance to understand myself better, and a space to explore ways to move forward. Because that’s the kind of space I would want, I’ve worked to create that for you. If you're ready to start working through whatever brought you here, I’m here to help. Email or call me. We can usually get started within a week.
I work with clients navigating ADHD, anxiety, grief, and relationship struggles. We’ll look at what’s getting in the way, explore new ways of relating to the problem, and find solutions that fit your life. I keep the process collaborative, down-to-earth, and tailored to what matters most to you.
You deserve a space to feel supported, seen, and recharged. I’ll help you tune into your needs, shift unhelpful patterns, and feel more confident navigating life’s ups and downs. No matter how heavy things feel right now, there’s always a way forward. Let’s work together to help you feel more grounded and empowered. Reach out to get started.
2 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Jason Holland
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I provide online therapy for adults and older adolescents across Tennessee, and through PSYPACT I can also offer virtual services in most participating states. I work with clients facing anxiety, low mood, grief, trauma, stress, and major life transitions, as well as long-standing patterns that feel hard to change. My approach is integrative and evidence based and blends practical tools with deeper work around meaning, patterns, and life direction. My goal is for therapy to feel grounded, personal, and focused on real progress.
25 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Jason Herr
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I offer secure and confidential online therapy for individuals and couples seeking flexibility and convenience without sacrificing the depth or quality of care. Telehealth allows clients to engage in meaningful therapeutic work from the comfort of their own environment while maintaining consistency in treatment.
My approach to online therapy remains collaborative, practical, and insight-oriented. Sessions focus on building self-awareness, improving emotional regulation, and developing effective coping and communication skills. I also incorporate education about how stress, anxiety, and trauma affect the brain and nervous system, helping clients better understand and manage their emotional responses in real time.
Online therapy can be an effective and accessible way to engage in personal growth, strengthen relationships, and address life’s challenges while maintaining the demands of work, family, and daily life.
16 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN (Online Only)
CBT
Unchained Brain LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
At Unchained Brain, I offer online therapy for adults seeking thoughtful, specialized support for emotional and cognitive challenges. I work with individuals navigating neurological conditions such as brain injury, stroke, memory changes, and other cognitive concerns, as well as those experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, stress, or major life transitions. As a neuropsychologist, my work integrates psychotherapy with cognitive-focused support to help clients better understand how the brain, emotions, and daily functioning are connected. Therapy is collaborative, structured, and provided through secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth, allowing high-quality care in a private and supportive setting.
1 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN (Online Only)
CBT
Dorothy Brown
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I have been in private practice since 1990. I offer individual and family therapy to adolescents through the elderly. I take most insurances. I take Medicare. I do not take medicaid. I am well versed in Attention Deficit Disorder and other neurodivergent disorders. I also see people for depression, anxiety, trauma and grief.
36 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Dr Todd Giardina
Psychologist, PhD, Counseling Psychology
COVID showed us that telepsychology is feasible and effective! However, I do not accept new patients (especially in other counties or states) if the clinical need exceeds my comfort level (e.g., suicidal ideation, severe depression, etc).
19 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Alexander Tice
Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Tice provides effective, supportive and compassionate therapy to clients all over the United States, helping clients make progress toward their goals. Dr. Tice specializes in virtual treatments for anxiety issues and OCD, as well as parenting issues like childhood anxiety and ADHD. Therapy with Dr. Tice helps people identify and learn skills to make concrete changes in how they or their loved ones cope. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns about whether virtual therapy would be a good fit for you!
8 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Dr. Lindsay Perrin
Psychologist, Ph.D.
As a clinical psychologist, I have been practicing for over a decade and now provide exclusively telehealth services.
14 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN (Online Only)
CBT
New Leaf Counseling and Wellness
Psychologist
Our online therapy practice is where compassionate support and effective solutions are just a click away. Our virtual doors are open to individuals seeking professional guidance and healing from the comfort and convenience of their own space. Through secure video sessions, we provide personalized therapy tailored to your unique needs and schedule. Our approach combines evidence-based techniques with a warm and empathetic therapeutic style, ensuring a supportive and non-judgmental environment for growth and transformation. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply seeking personal growth, our online therapy practice offers a confidential and accessible pathway to healing and thriving.
25 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Joe Groninga
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
I know choosing a therapist can be difficult. I like to provide an atmosphere that is collaborative, nurturing, and focused on helping you achieve your goals. I do this using therapeutic techniques that are evidenced-based which means these methods have consistently been shown effective through research. I make every effort to balance kindness with a focus on getting you to where you want to be. This balance results in people feeling understood while creating meaningful change.
21 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Gayle MacBride
Psychologist, PhD, LP
You may be the person everyone depends on. The one who performs, leads, manages, and keeps going no matter what. From the outside, you look capable and composed. But inside, you feel exhausted, anxious, disconnected, overwhelmed, or unable to sleep. What used to feel manageable now feels impossible. You are tired of white-knuckling your way through a life that looks successful on paper, but feels unsustainable in reality.
I’m Dr. Gayle MacBride, a licensed psychologist with more than 20 years of clinical experience. I work with high-achieving adults navigating burnout, insomnia, relationship strain, trauma, and relentless internal pressure. Many of my clients have already tried pushing through on their own. They are not looking for generic advice or passive therapy. They want experienced, evidence-based care that is practical, strategic, and built for meaningful change.
My approach is direct, compassionate, and active. We identify what is driving the distress, define clear goals, and use a structured plan to help you move forward. Depending on your needs, I draw from CBT for anxiety and depression, CBT-I for insomnia, Prolonged Exposure and CPT for trauma, and Gottman-informed skills for relationship concerns. For couples who feel unsure whether to stay together, separate, or recommit, I also offer Discernment Counseling. This is therapy designed to help you sleep better, think more clearly, feel more grounded, and function in a way that is effective and sustainable.
I offer telehealth for clients in 40+ states, and in-person visits for people in the Southern Metro of Minneapolis. If you are ready to stop performing wellness and start making real changes, I’m here to help.
20 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Paigean Jones
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, PhD, LCSW, PMH-C, RYT-200
If you’re ready to embrace your sensitivity, set healthier boundaries, and reconnect with yourself, I’m here to help. Let’s work together to create a life that feels balanced, authentic, and fulfilling. Reach out today to begin your journey toward healing and growth.
7 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
CBT
Loren Conaway, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety disorders and related issues. I have specialized training in evidence based treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder, body focused repetitive behaviors (trichotillomania - hair pulling - and skin picking/lip chewing), panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety and generalized worries.
I received specialized training via the University of Pennsylvania Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety for the treatment of trichotillomania (hair pulling), tics, and obsessive compulsive disorder. I completed the International Obsessive Compulsive Foundation Behavior Therapy Training Institute. I also participated in an observership at Mayo Clinic in the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychology as a visiting professional in the OCD intensive outpatient treatment program in 2019.
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) are quite common and include trichotillomania (hair pulling), nail picking/biting, skin picking, lip/cheek biting, tongue chewing, etc. I completed the TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors Professional Training Institute.
I utilize evidence based cognitive-behavioral therapy (including exposure and response prevention) integrating mindfulness strategies and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). I completed a 2022 ACT "bootcamp" training with founder Steven Hayes, PhD.
I completed basic training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) via the University of Pennsylvania in 2024.
37 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
Knoxville is home to the University of Tennessee — the state's flagship research university — and serves as the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains and Appalachian outdoor recreation culture, giving it a distinctive blend of college-town energy and Appalachian heritage that shapes its therapy community. The city's growing healthcare sector, anchored by UT Medical Center and Covenant Health, provides institutional mental health resources and supplies clinical training to the local community. Knoxville's working-class Appalachian communities carry distinct cultural attitudes toward help-seeking — including strong value on self-reliance and community support — that therapists must navigate with cultural sensitivity. The University of Tennessee's psychology programs, combined with the city's proximity to Appalachian communities experiencing opioid-related crisis, mean addiction recovery and co-occurring trauma are among the most active areas in Knoxville's local therapy landscape.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapists in Knoxville, Tennessee Statistics
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapists in Knoxville, Tennessee average 17 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (89%), Depression (74%), and Stress (55%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 74% | Depression |
| 55% | Stress |
| 51% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 46% | Self Esteem |
| 43% | Loss or Grief |
| 43% | Social Anxiety |