Existential / Humanistic therapists in Cookeville, TN
Browse Existential / Humanistic therapists in Cookeville, Tennessee. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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James C. Carpenter, PhD, ABPP
Psychologist, PhD (Clinical Psychology, Ohio State U), Board Certified in Clinical Psychology (ABPP), PSYPACT
My clinical experience is wide and deep. I estimate I have conducted about 90,000 hours of psychotherapy sessions, including many hours training and supervising other therapists. This experience covers many modes: individual therapy, as well as family, couple and group therapy. My basic orientation is existential and psychodynamic, but I have added much training and experience in other approaches on top of that over the years. I am Board Certified in Clinical Psychology, ABPP, have served 2 terms as a board director and secretary for the American Academy of Psychotherapy, and previously trained young clinical psychologists and psychiatric residents at the University of North Carolina. We keep learning more about how to be effective therapists, and I have aggressively added to my clinical wisdom. I stand ready to work to understand you deeply, and help you profoundly, whatever your current dilemmas.
41 Years Experience
Online in Cookeville, TN
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Dr. Michael J. Lee
Psychologist
Anxiety, depression, or recurring difficulties in relationships can leave you caught in patterns you understand only partly. I offer depth-oriented psychotherapy for adults seeking relief from what hurts and a fuller understanding of themselves. My practice draws on Jungian, psychoanalytic, and existential traditions, with careful attention to the particular life and experience of each person. I meet clients in SouthPark, Charlotte, and online across PSYPACT-participating states.
9 Years Experience
Online in Cookeville, TN
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Patricia McGuire
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-MHSP, NCC
As a licensed professional counselor, I provide individual therapy services for adults who experience anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders, body image concerns, chronic stress, and life transitions. I believe the power of relationships is the lifeforce in our stories - we're not meant to be alone. I'm honored to journey with you as a fellow human and therapist in exploring your thoughts, emotions, and experiences to help you get unstuck and flourishing.
11 Years Experience
Online in Cookeville, TN
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Ilyssa Swartout
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I’m Dr. Ilyssa Swartout, a licensed psychologist dedicated to helping adults and couples heal from past wounds and create meaningful change. My approach blends warmth, presence, and evidence-based therapy to help you move beyond old patterns and reconnect with your sense of worth and wholeness.
My background includes over 20 years of mentorship with James Bugental, Ph.D., founder of Humanistic Psychotherapy, and advanced training in EMDR, Brainspotting, Gestalt Therapy, and Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy (DNMS). These approaches support healing from trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties by addressing both emotional and body-based experiences.
As an EMDR Consultant and Certified In-Depth Therapist, I guide clients and other professionals toward lasting transformation and self-understanding.
Therapy is a courageous step toward healing and growth. Together, we’ll create a safe and supportive space for you to explore, recover, and thrive.
25 Years Experience
Online in Cookeville, TN (Online Only)
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Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
For over two decades, I have been a student and a steward of the human story. My journey into the healing arts began at the intersection of the soul and the system—first through a Master of Divinity, then a Master of Arts in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling, and ultimately a PhD in Child and Family Studies. These chapters of my education taught me a singular truth: we do not live in isolation. We are deeply rooted in our attachments, our spiritualities, and the complex social constructs of power and equity that shape our everyday lives.
As a therapist, supervisor, and professor, I lead with courageous dialogue and radical curiosity. Whether I am working with a couple navigating the fallout of infidelity, an individual deconstructing a lifetime of spiritual trauma, or a queer youth seeking an affirming mirror, my goal is to create a space that is as respectful as it is transformative.
I am deeply committed to evidence-based, depth-oriented work. By integrating Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), EMDR, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), I help clients move beyond surface-level symptoms to address the relational and neurological roots of their distress.
One of the greatest honors of my life is serving as a "healer for the healers." I believe that therapists and pastors deserve the same sanctuary they provide for others—a place where they can lay down the mantle of leadership and find their own path to restoration.
When I am not in the therapy room or the classroom, I am often finding my own balance: lifting weights, enjoying live music with my wife, or finding a moment of quiet with a book and my Goldendoodle, Comet.
"The healing space that is generated between therapist and client... it is one of the greatest honors of my life. It never ceases to amaze me."
21 Years Experience
Online in Cookeville, TN (Online Only)
Existential / Humanistic Therapy therapists in Cookeville, TN Statistics
Existential / Humanistic Therapy therapists in Cookeville, TN average 17 years of experience and charge around $211 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (87%), Depression (75%), and Stress (70%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$211
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
30%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 87% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 75% | Depression |
| 70% | Stress |
| 67% | Self Esteem |
| 63% | Loss or Grief |
| 61% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 51% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 15% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Men |
| 30% | Military / Veterans |
| 26% | Hispanic / Latino |