Self Psychology therapists in Cookeville, TN
Browse Self Psychology therapists in Cookeville, Tennessee. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Self Psychology
Michael Brustein
Psychologist, Psy.D
Often, perfectionistic and high-striving individuals are both curious about therapy and ambivalent about seeking it. They may feel excited by the possibility of understanding themselves more deeply, while also unsettled by the idea of asking for help with one’s own mind. For people who are used to being competent, self-reliant, and in control, therapy can feel exposing at first.
Michael helps clients understand this hesitation not as resistance, but as part of the work itself: the wish to grow alongside the fear of needing anything at all. Many clients become more comfortable once they see that therapy is not simply about “talking about feelings,” but about learning to observe the mind with more honesty and precision.
Therapy becomes a disciplined space for reflection, which itself can be a powerful tool for developing emotional clarity, self-awareness, and greater freedom in how one responds to pressure, relationships, and oneself. Michael is also attentive to the ways thoughtful, high-striving people can use insight, analysis, mindfulness, or even spiritual ideas to move around painful emotional material rather than through it. When this pattern is noticed early, it can be addressed directly and compassionately, helping therapy remain grounded, emotionally honest, and clinically useful.
22 Years Experience
Online in Cookeville, TN (Online Only)
Self Psychology
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
Self Psychology
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
I do my best to listen in the service of understanding and provide thoughtful responsiveness, which I have found helps my clients connect to their inner life and with others. Using gentle honesty and compassion, I value autonomy and collaboration to help people feel less alone while finding a sense of purpose within their lives and in the world.
17 Years Experience
Online in Cookeville, TN
Self Psychology
Kourtney Bennett
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Therapy can offer a space to better understand yourself and the experiences that have shaped you. I help adults make sense of trauma, neurodivergence, burnout, identity, and life transitions by understanding their experiences within the context of their relationships, environments, and the systems they have navigated. Together, we'll build practical skills, deepen self-understanding, and create meaningful, lasting change in a compassionate, collaborative space.
9 Years Experience
Online in Cookeville, TN
Self Psychology
Linda Michlin Ludwig
Psychologist, Ph.D.
My training (Yale University Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology; four-year postdoctoral Certificate in Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy) is broad and varied. I currently practice individual therapy and group therapy, both online. My approach to working with you will depend to a great degree on what you are seeking. Some people benefit from brief treatment; others seek and benefit from a deeper and longer exploration. I believe the combination of individual and group therapy can be particularly beneficial for many people. My work is guided as much by my own years of personal therapy and psychoanalysis as by my formal education.
50 Years Experience
Online in Cookeville, TN (Online Only)
Self Psychology therapists in Cookeville, TN Statistics
Self Psychology therapists in Cookeville, TN average 16 years of experience and charge around $187 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Depression (78%), Anxiety or Fears (72%), and Self Esteem (67%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$187
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 55% |
Female |
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| 45% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 78% | Depression |
| 72% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 67% | Self Esteem |
| 56% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 56% | Social Anxiety |
| 56% | Stress |
| 44% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 44% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 28% | LGBTQ+ |
| 28% | Women |
| 17% | Men |
| 17% | Military / Veterans |
| 11% | Black / African American |