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Therapist in Knoxville, Tennessee Nicole Shepherd, Therapist

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 15-64

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Nicole Shepherd, Therapist

Nicole Shepherd, MA, LPC/MHSP

Specializes In:

Anxiety
Body image
Panic attacks
Sexual trauma
Stress management
Trauma & PTSD
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Nicole Shepherd is a licensed professional counselor who works to cultivate a warm and goal focused relationship with her clients. Nicole has been working as a therapist in a variety of residential and outpatient settings since 2012, serving those who have struggled with severe and persistent mental health needs. Nicole has a passion for working with those 13 and older who struggle with school and work stress, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, grief, self-esteem issues, autistic adults who have struggled to acclimate to the challenges and stressors that come with adulthood, and those who have a history of spiritual abuse. Nicole utilizes a trauma informed approach and has advanced training in Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Individual Therapy

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

  • Anxiety
  • Body image
  • Panic attacks
  • Sexual trauma
  • Stress management
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • ADHD
  • Attention & focus
  • Autism: generally independent
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bullying or harassment
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Chronic pain-related issues
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Detachment/disconnection
  • Dissociative disorders
  • Empty nesters
  • Ethnic identity
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • Intense mood changes
  • LGBTQ+
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Parenthood
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Racial identity
  • Religion & spirituality
  • Self-esteem
  • Social injustice
  • Social skills & communication
  • Stress from ongoing health issues

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Wheaton College

FAQs

Please call us at 865-345-4557 to schedule an appointment with Nicole Shepherd.

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My life is forever changed since working with my therapist. She really helps me navigate through life challenges.
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Jessica T.

Jessica T.

Feb 23, 2026
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Longtime client. Nicole always offers great advice and compassionate care. Very supportive in my time of need.
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Deb M.

Deb M.

Apr 25, 2026
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Excellent experience
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