OCD, Anxiety, & Trauma Therapy
for Tennessee Teens & Adults

Unlock confidence and calm with Emboldened Therapy

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Lately, life feels harder than ever.

  • Your mind races with intrusive thoughts that lead to spiraling worry, making it hard to focus

  • Stuck in cycles of anxiety and panic, it doesn’t take much for a racing heart, tight chest, nausea, and other frustrating bodily reactions to show up

  • Exhausted from another rough night’s sleep, you fake a smile… which ZAPS whatever energy you had left to spare

  • Your days lack joy, and it seems like anxiety, OCD, or trauma are taking control of your life

  • Even though you’ve tried to handle it on your own, you feel trapped in self-judgment, fear, and pain

  • You spend hours searching Google, asking, “What’s wrong with me? Am I broken? Will I ever feel better?”

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It doesn’t have to be this challenging. It’s possible and achievable to…

  • Feel genuinely “cool, calm, and collected”

  • Learn how to control your brain, instead of it controlling you

  • Find value & meaning in your present moment, instead of worrying about things that may or may not happen (or even matter!)

  • Walk confidently and breathe easily - goodbye, panic attacks!

  • Wake up refreshed, looking forward to the days ahead

  • Ditch self-criticism for self-compassion & confidence - so you can be your most authentic self

If you’re eager to break free from anxiety, OCD, or trauma,
Emboldened Therapy is your Tennessee therapist in growth and healing.

How Emboldened Therapy Helps

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy sessions are all about you. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, OCD, or other major life stressors, we’ll collaborate on a custom therapy plan that fits your needs, wants, and goals.

Emboldened Therapy provides completely online therapy for ages 13 and up in Nashville, Memphis, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Clarksville, or anywhere in TN, ensuring that you receive the specialized care you need. Together, we’ll work to break the dysfunctional patterns that keep you stuck, helping you rediscover balance & contentment in your life.

EMDR Intensives

For those dealing with trauma or PTSD, Emboldened Therapy offers online EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy intensives in Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Memphis, Clarksville, or anywhere in TN, as a powerful way to lighten your emotional load & heal.

Intensives can be booked for 2-to-4 hours, depending on the trauma you wish to reprocess. We’ll work to break you free from the lingering effects of that past trauma by releasing any stored negative energy & distress through this revolutionary therapy medium!

Explore Emboldened Therapy Tennessee’s Offerings

  • OCD Therapy

    Unlock clarity and calm with online OCD treatment in Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Chattanooga, Clarksville, and throughout Tennessee.

    OCD Therapy

  • Anxiety Therapy

    Get centered & find relief via online anxiety therapy in Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Chattanooga, Clarksville, & all of Tennessee.

    Anxiety Therapy

  • Trauma Therapy

    Gain peace from your past with online trauma therapy in Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Chattanooga, Clarksville, & across Tennessee.

    Trauma Therapy

  • Music Therapy

    Access creative emotional processing via online music therapy in Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Chattanooga, Clarksville, or anywhere you’re located in TN!

    Music Therapy

  • EMDR Therapy

    Heal trauma with online Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing therapy in Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Chattanooga, Clarksville, & beyond.

    EMDR Therapy

Hi, I'm Kathryn - your Tennessee Therapist!

At Emboldened Therapy, I understand that your journey is unique. As such, I offer personalized, compassionate & creative counseling for teens and adults in Nashville, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Memphis, Clarksville, and anywhere else you may be in the Volunteer State!

With 14+ years of experience, I create a warm, welcoming environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I’ve also been on your side of the therapy chair before, and I know how crucial - and rewarding - it is to find a therapist that truly gets you.

Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, OCD, trauma & PTSD, or all the related issues that come with them, I’m here to assure you there is a light way of living beyond these challenges - and it’s my honor to help you get there.

If you’re ready to find relief and embrace growth,
I’m ready to be your support sidekick!

What People Are Saying

  • “The strategies I learned with Kathryn got me to work through my OCD without giving in and with a heck of a lot more compassion. I just wish I'd know about ERP therapy sooner!” - OCD Therapy Client

  • “Kathryn is a highly knowledgeable therapist who meets each client right where they are without judgment, and offers them real tools and skills to move forward in their lives with confidence. Kathryn is my number one referral for clients struggling with OCD.” - Ginger Pilarski, LPC-MHSP, EMDR-C

  • "Kathryn is warm, supportive, and direct (in a good way) and she supported me in building a trauma toolbox that helps me live with less limits in my life." - Trauma & PTSD Therapy Client

  • “Kathryn balances expert knowledge and professional confidence with a palpable groundedness & warmth that enables people to feel safe in her presence. You feel like you are in good hands when Kathryn's around. She is a talented clinician who cares deeply.” - Miranda Pool, LPC-MHSP, RYT-200

  • "Before working with Kathryn, I thought all therapy was the same. Having insightful, constructive anxiety therapy has made a world of difference in how I handle the hard stuff now!" - Anxiety Therapy Client

  • “I've known Kathryn for over 10 years + I continue to be impressed with her gentle, but honest nature, while giving others a safe space to heal. She's compassionate, non-judgmental and the utmost professional. She is a true blessing to our field!” - Jamie Codispoti, LCSW

  • “This is the MOST FUN I’ve ever had in therapy. And I’ve done a lot of therapy!” - Music Therapy Client

  • “Kathryn is a highly skilled therapist who provides a space of inclusion, safety, and comfort for of her clients. I have referred clients to Kathryn without reservation, trusting that they will receive the most quality care.” - Terra McGill, LPC-MHSP

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I specialize in supporting tweens, teens & adults facing anxiety, OCD, PTSD & Trauma, and related issues - like depression, grief, insomnia, self-esteem struggles, and body picking & pulling.

    I use a variety of specialized therapies including EMDR, Exposure & Response Prevention, Habit Reversal Training, InternalF Systems, Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, & music therapy. I've strengthened my therapy practice over 14+ years of clinical helping experience, and I'm excited to offer you a custom blend of therapy to best meet your needs!

    Consultations are perfect for determining if I may be the right therapist for you. And if it seems like I’m not, I’m glad to provide you some referral resources at the close of our consultation call!

    *Emboldened Therapy is firmly anti-racist, anti-sexist, & LGBTQIA-allied, and serves folks from all flavors & cultures of life. Hate is not tolerated in this therapy space!*

  • We use a HIPAA-secure version of Zoom with features like fun backgrounds, sound settings, and the ability to join from your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Zoom is free to download.

    Before your first session, you’ll get a unique link for all future appointments, which will also be sent in your weekly reminders so you don’t lose it.

    What you’ll need:

    • A charged device with camera and sound

    • Zoom app installed

    • Optional: earbuds or headphones

    • Optional: a favorite non-alcoholic drink or anything that helps you feel comfortable

    Try spending 5-10 minutes before your first session adjusting sound and video settings, and please be in a private space where you feel safe to share!

    If you want someone else to join your session, let me know beforehand so we can handle the necessary paperwork.

  • I hold sessions Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 3:00pm - 7:00pm EST // 2:00pm - 6:00pm CST.

    • Individual Counseling:
      $165 per 55-Minute Session

    • EMDR Intensives:
      $155/hour for 2-to-4 Hour Sessions
      *Available to established clients on a case-by-case basis

    Emboldened Therapy is considered an Out of Network (OON) Provider. I will provide you with monthly Superbills to secure OON Insurance Reimbursement, if your plan has these benefits. I also recommend using Thrizer, a 3rd-party reimbursement platform, to make getting insurance repayment a bit smoother. Head to the Fees & Insurance page for more info on insurance reimbursement options!

  • The first session is a way for me to learn about you and the reasons you came to therapy. Before this session, you'll fill out some forms in a secure client portal to help us both prepare. I’ll then go over your responses beforehand so we can dive right into what matters most – you!

    Some questions I might ask you in that session could be:

    • What goals would you like to reach by going to therapy?

    • What do I need to know about you to understand your current challenges?

    • What's worked for you - in therapy, or in life - before? What hasn't worked?

    You can ask me questions, too! This is your space, and you can use it any way you need to.

    The most important part of a first session is that you see if you feel I’m a good fit for you. If you feel supported, seen, and at-ease with me, we can discuss if you’d like to meet again.

  • Therapy is an investment in yourself, not a quick fix. Meeting less than every other week can delay relief, and for therapies like EMDR and Exposure Response Prevention, weekly sessions are proven necessary for support and safety. With this in mind, I recommend regular weekly or bi-weekly appointments to ensure your therapeutic well-being. Most clients start with weekly sessions, but this is flexible - we’ll discuss what might be best for you in your consultation call!

  • Feeling like things you say or do in therapy could "get out" is a super common concern. I want you to know that unless you are in danger of seriously hurting yourself or someone else, or someone is seriously hurting you, your story is confidential and your session information is protected.

    I highly respect your privacy and value your trust. If you have specific questions about how confidentiality works, you can ask during your during a free consultation or anytime during our work together.

Find fulfillment with effective counseling in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Clarksville, or anywhere you might be in Tennessee.

Your path to a more confident, content you is within reach.