Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Memphis, TN
Browse Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Memphis, Tennessee. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Jacqueline Elster
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP, LP
Professionally, I have advanced training and experience in treating trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, and insomnia. For six years, I worked for the VA, helping veterans heal the invisible wounds of combat and other traumatic experiences. Now, I offer therapy to the wider community, including veterans.
I love what I do, and that shine through in my work. Please feel free to contact me to learn more about my practice and to set up an appointment.
16 Years Experience
Online in Memphis, TN (Online Only)
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Daphne Y. Liu
Psychologist, PhD
Are you feeling stuck in your relationship and unsure how to move forward? Are you exhausted from having the same arguments without real change? Or maybe things are going well, and you want to make a good relationship even stronger. If any of this sounds like you, you’re in the right place. I’m a clinical psychologist specializing in relationship therapy, working with individuals and all parties in distressed loving relationships to strengthen connections, navigate challenges, and make meaningful decisions.
9 Years Experience
Online in Memphis, TN
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Unchained Brain LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Unchained Brain is built on the belief that therapy should help you make sense of your experiences, not just cope with them. I work with adults who want a thoughtful and supportive approach to therapy, especially when stress, anxiety, cognitive concerns, or health changes begin to affect daily life. Clients often tell me they feel heard, understood, and relieved to finally connect the dots between their thoughts, emotions, and brain functioning. If you’re looking for a therapist who combines compassion with clarity, and helps you move forward with confidence, I’d love to connect. Clients often seek me out when they want clarity, structure, and a deeper understanding of how the brain, emotions, and daily functioning are connected, including support with thinking skills, organization, and cognitive changes.
1 Years Experience
Online in Memphis, TN (Online Only)
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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 Memphis, TN
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Ashley Higgins
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I have dedicated my practice to working with individuals in eating disorder recovery, recovery from disordered eating, or who are struggling in their relationship with their body. I hope to be a partner in your recovery journey, offering support and skills. You don't have to identify as having an eating disorder (or believe you are "sick enough") to want a more peaceful relationship with your body. Recovery is always possible, even though it is more complex and complicated than ever. There is an overwhelming amount of information about health, wellness, and recovery- I am here to help you sort through the noise and find what works for you!
11 Years Experience
Online in Memphis, TN (Online Only)
Memphis has among the highest rates of poverty and violent crime in the United States, and its therapists frequently specialize in trauma, PTSD, and the psychological effects of chronic community-level violence and economic stress. The city's African American community — which comprises a majority of the population and carries a rich cultural heritage rooted in blues, soul, and civil rights history — drives strong demand for culturally affirming therapists who understand racial trauma and intergenerational resilience. Regional One Health and Baptist Memorial Health Care provide major institutional mental health resources alongside a growing network of community clinics. Memphis's deep musical identity sustains a creative community with its own distinctive mental health needs around artistic expression, economic precarity, and the weight of legacy.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Memphis, TN Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Memphis, TN average 12 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (90%), Depression (70%), and Stress (70%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 90% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 70% | Depression |
| 70% | Stress |
| 55% | Self Esteem |
| 53% | Loss or Grief |
| 53% | Social Anxiety |
| 53% | Trauma and PTSD |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 85% | Young Adult |
| 45% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 70% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |
| 30% | Hispanic / Latino |