Emotional Abuse therapists in Sevierville, TN
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Emotional Abuse
Sharon Davern MSED, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed in Minnesota, Tennessee
Many times people have told me that being emotionally abused was harder to heal from than if they had been physically abused. When someone tears down our psyche and how we feel about ourselves the road to recovery is difficult and sometimes lengthy but the arrival at emotional restoration is incredibly rewarding.
37 Years Experience
Online in Sevierville, TN (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Dr. Rae Mazzei
Psychologist, PsyD
I specialize in helping adolescents and adults heal from the effects of emotional abuse and unhealthy relationship dynamics. Emotional abuse can leave lasting impacts on self-esteem, trust, emotional well-being, and one's sense of safety and identity. Individuals may struggle with anxiety, depression, self-doubt, people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, or challenges in future relationships. Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, and trauma-informed care, I help clients process painful experiences, rebuild self-confidence, develop healthy boundaries, and foster resilience. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can heal, regain their sense of self, and move forward with greater strength and confidence.
12 Years Experience
Online in Sevierville, TN (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Emotional Abuse: Reclaiming Your Reality
Healing the Invisible Wounds of the Soul
Emotional abuse is often a "silent" trauma. Because there are no physical scars, survivors frequently find themselves trapped in a cycle of self-doubt, wondering if they are "too sensitive" or if the harm is "all in their head." In my practice, I provide a courageous and affirming space to name the harm, validate your experience, and begin the work of deconstructing the psychological "fog" of abuse.
The Anatomy of Emotional Harm
Emotional abuse is a systematic erosion of a person's sense of self. We work together to identify and heal from patterns of:
Gaslighting & Reality Disturbance: Addressing the profound confusion and overwhelm that occurs when your perception of truth is constantly undermined.
The "Fawn" Response: Understanding why your nervous system may have defaulted to people-pleasing or self-silencing as a survival strategy to avoid conflict.
Chronic Burnout & Shut Down: Healing the exhaustion that comes from living in a state of constant hyper-vigilance, always waiting for the "other shoe to drop."
A Clinical Path to Restoration
With over 20 years of experience, I use a trauma-informed, systemic approach to help you rebuild:
EMDR for Traumatic Memories: We use EMDR to process the specific "stuck" moments of verbal or emotional assault that continue to trigger rejection sensitivity or fear in your current life.
Attachment Repair: We explore how the "system" of the relationship functioned and work to rebuild your attachment to your own intuition and boundaries.
Spiritual & Systemic Deconstruction: For those coming out of high-control religious or social systems, we address the specific ways that power and "divine" authority may have been used as tools of emotional control.
Breaking the Silence
I have an extensive background in working with healers, pastors, and leaders who have experienced emotional abuse within their professional or personal systems. Whether you are currently in the relationship or are years into your "after," you deserve a space that is curious, brave, and entirely yours.
Healing is not just about leaving the situation; it is about returning to yourself.
21 Years Experience
Online in Sevierville, TN (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Louis Hoffman
Psychologist, PhD
Emotional abuse can profoundly affect our sense of self-acceptance, trust, emotional well-being, and ability to form healthy relationships. Its effects are often difficult to recognize, particularly when patterns of manipulation, criticism, control, or invalidation have developed gradually over time. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, process painful emotions, and begin to rebuild trust in themselves and others. My approach emphasizes understanding the impact of these experiences without defining individuals by what they have endured. I work with clients toward strengthening personal boundaries, reclaiming autonomy, fostering self-compassion, and developing healthier, more authentic relationships.
25 Years Experience
Online in Sevierville, TN
Emotional Abuse
Tammara kamei
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LPC-MHSP
Emotional abuse can leave wounds that are difficult for others to see but deeply painful for the person experiencing them. Our practice provides compassionate, trauma-informed emotional abuse counseling for individuals who have experienced manipulation, controlling behavior, constant criticism, humiliation, intimidation, blame, threats, isolation, verbal abuse, gaslighting, or other unhealthy relationship patterns.
Emotional and psychological abuse can occur within marriages, dating relationships, families, friendships, and other interpersonal relationships. Over time, these experiences may contribute to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-doubt, guilt, fear, difficulty trusting others, relationship problems, emotional exhaustion, and trauma-related symptoms.
Our clinicians help clients identify and understand patterns of emotional abuse, psychological abuse, manipulation, gaslighting, and controlling relationships while developing healthier boundaries and coping strategies. Counseling can also help clients rebuild self-esteem, strengthen confidence, process painful relationship experiences, recognize unhealthy relationship patterns, and reconnect with their own thoughts, feelings, needs, and personal values.
Whether you are questioning if you are experiencing emotional abuse, trying to leave an unhealthy relationship, or healing from a past emotionally abusive relationship, we provide a confidential and supportive space for recovery. Our goal is to help clients move beyond the effects of emotional abuse, rebuild their sense of self, establish healthier relationships, and move forward with greater confidence, emotional stability, and hope.
16 Years Experience
Online in Sevierville, TN (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse therapists in Sevierville, TN Statistics
Emotional Abuse therapists in Sevierville, TN average 19 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (59%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (44%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (44%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
32%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 59% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 44% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 41% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 32% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 51% | Men |
| 37% | Black / African American |
| 37% | Hispanic / Latino |