Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) therapists in Knoxville, TN
Browse Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) therapists in Knoxville, Tennessee. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Maria Elena Lara, Ph.D. LLC
Psychologist, Ph.D.
As a licensed Ph.D. clinical psychologist for over twenty-five years, I have helped hundreds of clients to understand not only why they feel debilitated and burdened but how to overcome these challenges and achieve greater balance in their lives.
Together, we can make changes that will last, and give you greater hope for the future, and a healthy, more complete sense of well-being.
26 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
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Carrie Marchant LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I want to create a safe space for you, so you look forward to joining me on your journey toward restoration and peace. I want to spark positive growth within, and go with you on a powerful, healing, and revitalizing journey where you receive the support you need. Give me a call! I’m excited to start the voyage with you!
3 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
SFBT
Sara Deese
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, MCAP, LMHC-QS
***WAITLIST FOR NEW CLIENTS***
Hi, I’m Sara, a licensed mental health therapist. I understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be overwhelming and seeking support is a brave and positive step towards both healing and personal growth.
15 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
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Carolyn Murphy, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Counseling Psychology
My approach to therapy is interactive and supportive, with an overall goal of increasing self-awareness and coping skills to help promote the kind of changes that you would like to see. I believe that the quality of the therapist/client relationship is paramount to effective therapy. Because of this, I highly encourage you to choose a therapist that feels like a "good fit" for you. I always start with an initial consultation appointment where I can learn more about your background and reasons for seeking therapy, answer any questions you may have, and then plan together from there. Starting therapy can feel daunting or overwhelming for many people, so it is important that we work at a pace that feels comfortable to you.
36 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN
SFBT
Bloom Within You Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Lauren Graham, LCSW
I believe therapy should be a place where you can talk openly about the parts of your life that may feel difficult, personal, or even uncomfortable to discuss elsewhere. I specialize in working with women around sexual wellness, intimacy, low desire, sexual shame, relationship concerns, and reconnecting with their bodies and sense of self.
4 Years Experience
Online in Knoxville, TN (Online Only)
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.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) therapists in Knoxville, TN Statistics
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) therapists in Knoxville, TN average 18 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (90%), Depression (75%), and Stress (69%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 90% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 75% | Depression |
| 69% | Stress |
| 58% | Self Esteem |
| 54% | Loss or Grief |
| 52% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 49% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 42% | Men |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Military / Veterans |
| 28% | Christian |