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Jacquelyn Patterson, Therapist

Jacquelyn Patterson supports teens and adults across Tennessee through life’s challenges with warmth, empathy, and clinical insight. She helps individuals manage anxiety, process grief, navigate complex life transitions, and build a stronger sense of self. Whether working with adolescents facing emotional distress or adults coping with personal and professional changes, Jacquelyn creates a space where clients feel safe, valued, and empowered to grow. Jacquelyn brings a special focus to women’s issues, multicultural identity, and midlife transitions. She understands the unique pressures women encounter in various stages of life and provides culturally sensitive care that honors each person’s lived experience. With deep respect for identity and belonging, she supports clients in navigating societal expectations, relationship dynamics, and internal conflicts—all while working to restore balance and resilience. Her clinical approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and Christian counseling for clients who wish to incorporate their faith into the healing process. She offers faith-based treatment as part of a personalized, integrative model that meets clients where they are emotionally, spiritually, and psychologically. Jacquelyn also has experience supporting individuals from adoption and foster care backgrounds, and brings a nonjudgmental, strengths-based perspective to every session. Jacquelyn practices at LifeStance Health and serves patients throughout the state of Tennessee. Outside the therapy room, she finds joy in her large, close-knit family—including her four grown children, three grandchildren, and husband. As the eldest of ten siblings, she values connection and often travels to keep family bonds strong. Her self-care includes bike rides, neighborhood walks, shared meals, and moments of laughter with friends.

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Brentwood , TN

9020 Overlook Blvd, Suite 130

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Mary Kennedy, Therapist

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Knoxville , TN

865-378-5885

11840 Kingston Pike, Suite B

865-378-5885

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Shelby Harris, Therapist

Shelby Harris, a Licensed Social Worker at LifeStance Health, helps patients across Tennessee find emotional balance, confidence, and strength through compassionate, evidence-based care. She works with adolescents, teens, and adults to manage challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Shelby provides a supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, gain insight, and learn practical tools for lasting change through individual therapy tailored to their unique goals and needs. Shelby is especially passionate about helping clients who are navigating court-ordered treatment and those in need of disability paperwork support. She understands that these situations can be stressful and deeply personal, and she approaches each with empathy, respect, and professionalism. Shelby focuses on helping individuals build stability and confidence as they work toward both legal and personal milestones, ensuring that care remains client-centered and empowering. Using approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness, Shelby helps clients develop emotional regulation skills, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and strengthen coping strategies. She has extensive experience supporting individuals dealing with ADHD, PTSD/trauma, and grief, and she provides specialized care for members of the LGBTQ+ community, people connected to adoption or foster care, and military veterans. Shelby’s clinical approach is collaborative and strengths-based, helping clients find clarity and confidence in the midst of life’s challenges. Outside of her clinical work, Shelby enjoys expressing her creativity through pottery and ceramic art, writing poetry, and participating in local craft fairs as a vendor. She also loves spending time with her pets and staying active through yoga and group exercise. Shelby is dedicated to helping patients across Tennessee achieve improved mental health and personal growth in a welcoming, supportive environment.

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Knoxville , TN

865-345-4557

1415 Old Weisgarber Road, Suite 360

865-345-4557

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Chakita Patterson, Therapist

Chakita Patterson helps individuals and couples regain stability, confidence, and emotional well-being through compassionate, structured therapy. At LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for adults, and seniors across Tennessee, supporting clients through complex emotional and behavioral challenges. Her approach is grounded, thoughtful, and collaborative, helping patients feel supported while working toward meaningful and sustainable change. Chakita is especially passionate about supporting individuals who are recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital and those navigating disability paperwork. She understands that transitions after hospitalization can feel overwhelming and destabilizing, and she focuses on helping patients reestablish routines, manage symptoms, and build coping strategies that support ongoing recovery. She also assists clients who need clinical documentation for disability-related needs, approaching this work with care, clarity, and respect for each person’s lived experience. Her clinical focus includes anxiety disorders, depression, and trauma-related concerns, while also addressing additional mental health conditions as needed. Chakita incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based strategies, and faith-based treatment when appropriate, tailoring care to align with each client’s values, goals, and belief systems. She has experience working with diverse populations, including individuals involved in adoption or foster care, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and military service members and veterans, and she offers support to additional populations as well. Outside of her clinical work, Chakita values activities that help her stay grounded and balanced. She enjoys traveling, spending time in nature, continuous learning, and staying connected to her community. These practices support her own well-being and allow her to remain present, regulated, and engaged in her work with clients. Chakita is committed to providing thoughtful, high-quality mental health care to individuals and couples throughout Tennessee.

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Hendersonville , TN

100 Springhouse Ct, Suite 200

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Danielle Akins, Therapist

Danielle Akins helps individuals and families build practical coping skills, restore emotional balance, and move forward with confidence through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. She provides individual counseling to children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors across Tennessee, offering a supportive space where clients feel heard and understood while working toward meaningful change. Danielle is especially passionate about supporting individuals who have been recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital and those navigating disability paperwork. She understands how overwhelming transitions in care and complex systems can be, and she partners closely with clients to promote stability, continuity, and advocacy during these critical periods. Her approach emphasizes safety, collaboration, and clear next steps to help clients regain momentum in their recovery. Her clinical focus includes ADHD, anxiety disorders, and PTSD/trauma, with experience addressing mood concerns and life stressors that affect daily functioning. Danielle works with diverse populations, including individuals from adoption or foster care backgrounds, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and military service members and veterans. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and offers additional therapeutic approaches when clinically appropriate to meet each client’s needs. As a Licensed Professional Counselor at LifeStance Health, Danielle has been practicing since 2017 and is known for blending clinical expertise with genuine warmth. Outside of therapy, she enjoys traveling, spending time with animals, and watching action movies. Danielle proudly serves clients throughout Tennessee and welcomes those seeking mental health counseling for children, teens, adults, and seniors.

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Mount Juliet , TN

660 S Mount Juliet Rd, Suite 130

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Brian Mabry, Therapist

Brian Mabry helps teens, adults, and older adults across Tennessee work through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, and behavioral patterns that keep them feeling stuck. At LifeStance Health, he provides individual, couples, and family therapy with a thoughtful, grounded approach that encourages self-awareness, emotional resilience, and meaningful change. Brian creates a supportive environment where clients can slow down, better understand their thoughts and reactions, and build healthier ways of coping with stress, conflict, and life transitions. Brian is particularly passionate about helping individuals navigating court-ordered treatment and those needing support with disability paperwork related to mental health conditions. He understands that these situations can feel overwhelming and emotionally exhausting, especially when paired with legal, occupational, or family stressors. His goal is to provide practical guidance, clinical support, and compassionate care while helping clients regain stability and move forward with dignity and confidence. His clinical focus includes treating anxiety disorders, PTSD and trauma-related conditions, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, while also supporting clients dealing with substance use concerns, bipolar disorder, insomnia, chronic stress, and complex relationship dynamics such as the Karpman Drama Triangle. Brian uses evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients identify unhealthy patterns, improve emotional regulation, and strengthen decision-making skills. He also offers additional therapeutic approaches tailored to each client’s goals and needs. Brian has experience working with military veterans, first responders, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with developmental or autism spectrum disorders. He believes therapy should provide both emotional safety and honest reflection, helping clients process difficult experiences while developing practical tools that support long-term growth. Since beginning his counseling career in 2015, Brian has remained committed to helping clients better understand themselves and the impact of trauma, avoidance, and learned behaviors on emotional health. He earned both his undergraduate and graduate education through the University of Memphis. Outside of his clinical work, Brian enjoys camping, hiking, running, reading biographies and horror fiction, and challenging himself with grand strategy games. He serves clients throughout Tennessee through LifeStance Health.

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Brentwood , TN

9020 Overlook Blvd, Suite 130

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De Nicole Jackson, Therapist

De Nicole Jackson helps individuals and families across Tennessee navigate life’s challenges with compassion, structure, and evidence-based care. As a Licensed Professional Counselor at LifeStance Health, she provides a supportive environment where children, adolescents, teens, and adults can build resilience, improve emotional regulation, and move toward meaningful change. Her clinical approach focuses on treating anxiety, depression, and trauma while addressing the unique needs that arise at different life stages. De Nicole works collaboratively with clients to uncover patterns, strengthen coping skills, and foster long-term wellness. She integrates proven interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to tailor care for each individual. De Nicole is especially passionate about supporting individuals who have been recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital and those participating in court-ordered treatment. She understands the complexity of these transitions and offers structured, nonjudgmental care that emphasizes stability, accountability, and reintegration into daily life. Her work in this area reflects a deep commitment to helping clients regain control, rebuild confidence, and establish sustainable routines. She also has experience working with diverse populations, including individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, military and veteran populations, and those involved in foster or adoptive care systems, and offers additional areas of support beyond her primary specialties. Outside of her professional work, De Nicole enjoys spending time with her partner, family, friends, and two cats. She finds joy in traveling, painting, listening to music, watching horror films, and expressing herself through tattoo art. She is drawn to creative and historically rich spaces that inspire curiosity and connection. De Nicole Jackson proudly serves clients throughout Tennessee with both clinical expertise and genuine care.

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Johnson City , TN

423-202-7426

2112 North Roan Street, Suite 300

423-202-7426

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Cyndi Bontrager, Therapist

Cyndi Bontrager helps individuals and families across Tennessee navigate life’s challenges with compassionate, evidence-based therapy at LifeStance Health. She supports children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors who are experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Cyndi creates a warm, collaborative environment where clients can feel understood while building practical skills to improve emotional health, relationships, and everyday functioning. Her clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, with an approach tailored to each person’s needs and goals. Cyndi provides individual and family therapy, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and family therapy to support emotional regulation, resilience, and healthier communication patterns. She works with diverse populations, including individuals connected to adoption and foster care, those with autism spectrum disorders, and members of the LGBTQ+ community, while offering additional support for a wide range of mental health concerns. Cyndi is especially dedicated to helping individuals who have been recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital. She understands how critical this transition period can be and focuses on creating stability, reinforcing coping strategies, and supporting reintegration into daily life. Her work emphasizes consistency, safety, and empowerment, helping clients regain confidence and continue progressing in their recovery journey. Outside of her clinical work, Cyndi enjoys hiking and spending time outdoors, as well as relaxing with a good book or a cup of coffee. She values meaningful connections and enjoys spending time with her dog and friends, bringing a sense of balance and authenticity into her life and therapeutic work. Cyndi Bontrager proudly provides mental health therapy services throughout Tennessee, offering accessible, personalized care designed to support long-term well-being.

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Mount Juliet , TN

660 S Mount Juliet Rd, Suite 130

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Christopher Anderson, Psychiatrist

Christopher Anderson helps adults and older adults throughout Tennessee manage complex mental health conditions with compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care at LifeStance Health. He provides medication management, substance abuse medication management, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma-related conditions, and other psychiatric concerns. Christopher’s approach emphasizes thoughtful listening, clinical precision, and individualized treatment planning designed to help patients regain stability, improve daily functioning, and move toward long-term wellness. Christopher is especially passionate about supporting individuals who have recently been discharged from psychiatric hospitalization or who are participating in court-ordered treatment. He understands that these transitions can be emotionally and mentally demanding, and he works closely with patients to create structured, realistic care plans that promote recovery, safety, and continued progress. His goal is to help patients feel supported without judgment while building trust and consistency throughout treatment. His clinical interests include treating depression, PTSD and trauma-related disorders, and alcohol or substance use concerns. He also works with patients navigating ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sleep disturbances, grief, psychosis, and major life transitions, while offering additional support for a broad range of psychiatric needs. Christopher incorporates medication management alongside advanced treatment options such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), helping patients explore solutions when traditional approaches have not provided adequate relief. Christopher has experience working with military veterans and members of the LGBTQ+ community, recognizing the importance of culturally responsive and individualized mental health care. He values creating a therapeutic environment where patients feel respected, informed, and actively involved in decisions about their treatment. He earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College and began practicing psychiatry in 2026. Christopher remains committed to staying informed on evolving psychiatric treatments and evidence-based interventions that improve patient outcomes. Outside of his professional work, Christopher enjoys spending time with family, maintaining physical fitness, and playing golf. He serves patients across Tennessee through LifeStance Health and welcomes adults seeking psychiatric evaluation, medication management, TMS therapy, and ongoing mental health support.

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Brentwood , TN

9020 Overlook Blvd, Suite 130