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Therapist in Knoxville, Tennessee Joelle Burkett, Therapist

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 11-75+

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Joelle Burkett, Therapist

Joelle Burkett, MA, LSPE

Specializes In:

Anxiety
Depression/feeling down
Panic attacks
Self-esteem
Sexual trauma
Stress management
Trauma & PTSD
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Joelle Burkett, LSPE Joelle Burkett is a Licensed Senior Psychological Examiner in Tennessee who has been practicing since 1998. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Anthropology from the University of Tennessee and her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Austin Peay State University. Joelle received her license as a Psychological Examiner and her Senior Psychological Examiner license from the State of Tennessee. Joelle has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution focused Therapy and Trauma Focused Therapy. She feels that each individual requires an individualized treatment plan. Therefore, she uses different aspects of her training depending on the needs of the client. Typically, a good mixture of each type of treatment, with differing aspects highlighted depending on the needs of the client, has worked best in her years of practicing treatment. In her spare time, Joelle enjoys spending as much time as possible with her family cooking, hiking, watching movies or exploring new places. She also has a Yorkie that is typically attached to her ankle at all times that she adores. Joelle loves to travel to new places when she can.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Individual Therapy

Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.

  • Anxiety
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Panic attacks
  • Self-esteem
  • Sexual trauma
  • Stress management
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • ADHD
  • Aging
  • Attention & focus
  • Autism: generally independent
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body image
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • Gender identity
  • Hallucinations
  • Hoarding
  • Intellectual challenges: generally independent
  • Intense mood changes
  • Learning challenges
  • LGBTQ+
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Parenthood
  • Patterns affecting behavior, emotions and relationships
  • Personality disorders
  • Phobias
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Psychosis/issues with reality
  • Retirement
  • Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Social injustice
  • Unusual thoughts or beliefs

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Austin Peay State University

  • Fielding Graduate University

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See what our patients are saying about Joelle Burkett

My first meeting was wonderful. Joelle Burkett is professional ,and yet very empathetic. I know it is her job to hang on every word, but she made me feel like I was talking to a friend. It’s true what they say about first impressions. Thank you so much for your care. I look forward to my next session.
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rhonda w.

rhonda w.

Oct 27, 2025
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I found Joelle at a low point in my life. She has been the best thing to happen to me in years. She’s patient and kind, and of course an amazing therapist. She gives amazing insight that I need and appreciate. Highly recommend making an appointment and having a session with her.
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Tif G.

Tif G.

Oct 11, 2024
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Joelle is truly the most caring, compassionate therapist there is. She has made me feel so safe in navigating trauma and grief. I’m so thankful that I started therapy and for the changes I have seen in my life through this journey. Couldn’t ask for a better therapist.
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Kaylan C.

Kaylan C.

Apr 22, 2026
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Joelle is amazing! She listens, she cares, she helps and guides you step by step with any problems you have. She is honestly the best therapist I’ve ever had. She has helped me so much and I’m so grateful for her. 💝
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Karen H.

Karen H.

May 26, 2025
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I've had a great experience with Jolle my talk therapist. Also, Libby, my med provider, is wonderful and helpful to me. I've had such An Amazing Experience There at Lifestance!
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Denise J.

Oct 26, 2025
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Easy to book & check in for appointment. Staff friendly, appointment on schedule, therapist caring & attentive
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