Unlock Confidence & Calm with Trauma Therapy in Tennessee
with Kathryn Wood, LPC-MHSP, CRC, MT-BC
You can’t remember the last time you genuinely felt good
- or even just okay.
Painful memories and overwhelming emotions trigger a PTSD spiral out of nowhere, disrupting you at work, in the grocery store, or just as you're finally beginning to fall asleep
You find yourself reeling with emotions like guilt, shame, anger, grief, or disgust - and sometimes, you’re not even sure why
Even when surrounded by loved ones, the connection feels distant, as if you’re stuck on a desert island without a lifeboat
The dread you feel when the morning alarm rings hits hard ‘cause every day feels like drowning in quicksand
Trapped in a cycle of self-criticism, you alternate between beating yourself up with thoughts of "just get over it" and numbing out to avoid life entirely
Trauma can make everyday life feel unbearable, whether it's PTSD triggers in relationships, public spaces, or at home.
You desperately want to switch it all off & find peace. But… how?
What if you could…
Wake up with hope, instead of dread?
See a world rich with color, instead of constant gray?
Enjoy a life of peace and connection -
a life no longer ruled by trauma?
It might seem impossible, but lightening the weight of your trauma is achievable.
Whether you're in Nashville, Memphis, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Clarksville, or anywhere in Tennessee, Emboldened Therapy is here to guide you toward healing with high-quality Trauma & PTSD Therapy.
Trauma Therapy in Tennessee Can Support You With:
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), including flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts related to traumatic events
Childhood Abuse, including physical, sexual, emotional abuse & neglect, and related issues like bullying & academic trauma
Sexual Assault Trauma, including military sexual trauma
Natural Disaster Trauma, such as experiencing earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, or wildfires
Accident Trauma, like that from car & motor vehicle accidents, workplace injuries, or other unexpected events
Military Combat Trauma, whether experienced by a veteran or active service member
Grief & Loss Trauma, particularly when complicated by traumatic or unexpected circumstances (e.g., suicide, murder, or sudden death)
Medical Trauma, from life-threatening illnesses, invasive procedures, traumatic childbirth, or cancer treatments
Secondary trauma from witnessing accidents, violence, or working in crisis roles such as EMT, EMS, police, or healthcare
Ways We’ll Approach Trauma Therapy in Tennessee
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines thought-challenging techniques with mindfulness practices to help you manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and develop healthier coping strategies. It’s particularly helpful for those who feel overwhelmed by their emotions or who struggle with self-destructive behaviors as a result of trauma. DBT teaches you how to regulate your emotions, tolerate distress, and build better relationships—all crucial skills for anyone dealing with trauma. By integrating these skills into your daily life, you can start to feel more in control, even when faced with challenging situations or difficult emotions.
Eager to learn more about DBT Therapy in Nashville, Hermitage, Hendersonville, Nolensville, Mount Juliet, or anywhere you might be in Tennessee? Book your free consultation to get started! -
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy is a powerful therapy that helps people process and heal from trauma by focusing on how traumatic memories are stored in the brain. Through guided eye movements, sound or physical tapping, EMDR helps you reprocess these memories in a way that reduces their emotional impact. It’s like your brain’s way of reorganizing the mental filing system so that those painful memories no longer take up as much space in your day-to-day life. EMDR is particularly effective for those who have experienced trauma that feels deeply embedded in your sense of self. By working through these memories in a controlled, supportive environment, you can begin to untangle the emotional and psychological knots that have kept you stuck.
Eager to learn more about EMDR Therapy in Nashville, Hermitage, Hendersonville, Nolensville, Mount Juliet, or anywhere you might be in Tennessee? Book your free consultation to get started!
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Prolonged Exposure Therapy is another evidence-based approach that helps individuals confront their trauma & triggers in a safe and controlled manner. The idea is to gradually expose yourself to the memories and situations you’ve been avoiding because they trigger your PTSD. Over time, this exposure helps you reduce your fear and anxiety around these triggers. If you’ve been struggling with PTSD triggers in relationships, in your community, at work, or even at home, Prolonged Exposure can help you face those fears head-on, giving you the tools to manage and overcome them. It’s about reclaiming your life from trauma, one step at a time.
Eager to learn more about Prolonged Exposure Therapy in Nashville, Hermitage, Hendersonville, Nolensville, Mount Juliet, or anywhere you might be in Tennessee? Book your free consultation to get started!
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Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines mindfulness practices with cognitive therapy to manage distressing emotions and thoughts brought on my trauma. It teaches you how to stay present in the moment, observe trauma-related thoughts without judgment, and avoid reacting impulsively. By focusing on the body and learning self-compassion, MBCT helps reduce the emotional intensity of trauma memories and promotes acceptance of difficult feelings. It also encourages you to break the cycle of avoidance so you can face your trauma in a gentle way. Through these practices, MBCT empowers you to regain control over your emotions while reducing the impact of your trauma.
Eager to learn more about MCBT Therapy in Nashville, Hermitage, Hendersonville, Nolensville, Mount Juliet, or anywhere you might be in Tennessee? Book your free consultation to get started!
How can Trauma Therapy in Tennessee Help You?
Trauma therapy isn’t just about reducing symptoms - it’s about helping you create a life of deep contentment. With the right support, you can break free from the cycle of trauma and PTSD with:
Deeper emotional connections: Trauma can hinder connections, even with loved ones. Trauma therapy helps rebuild meaningful relationships, replacing avoidance and self-doubt with connection.
Better sleep and energy levels: Trauma disrupts sleep and drains energy, making daily functioning tough. Addressing sleep issues helps you wake rested and ready—without nightmares.
Build for brighter future: Trauma can trap you in the past, making it hard to look ahead. Trauma Therapy in Nashville, Memphis, Clarksville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, or anywhere in TN helps you move forward with hope and excitement.
*Actually* liking—and loving—yourself: Trauma can wreck your self-esteem, but you can build self-compassion and accept yourself kindly with high-quality online trauma therapy!
Hi! I’m Kathryn, and I’m so glad you’re here.
I’m a licensed therapist in Tennessee with over 14 years of experience helping teens and adults heal and find hope. Therapy can feel confusing or unhelpful if your therapist doesn’t understand you. That’s why I use proven treatments for trauma to bring real results. I offer fully online therapy across Tennessee, including Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Memphis, so you can get support from wherever you’re located. If you want to feel calm, confident, and connected instead of overwhelmed, I’m here to help you get there!
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Board Certification in Music Therapy (MT-BC), #09750 from the Certification Board for Music Therapists
Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP) #5001 in the State of Tennessee
Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), #405805 from the Commission on Rehabilitation Counseling
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Bachelor & Master of Music Therapy degrees from Loyola University New Orleans, 2010 & 2012
Master of Health Sciences in Clinical Rehabilitation & Counseling from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans, 2019
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Eye Movement Densitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained Therapist through EMDR International Association
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Trained Therapist through The Knowledge Tree
CBT-Insomnia (CBT-I) Trained Therapist through the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs' Center for Deployment Psychology
Prolonged Exposure (PE) Trained Therapist through the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Habit Reversal Trained (HRT) Therapist through nationally-renowned OCD & Anxiety Expert Amanda Petrik-Gardner, LCPC
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD) Trained Therapist through the Centerstone Research Institute
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14+ years in the social services field providing high-quality outcome-oriented services to youth and adults in Nashville, and beyond - in settings like:
Alternative High Schools & Inclusive Learning Classrooms
Acute Crisis Inpatient Hospitals & Long-Term Psychiatric Residential Facilities
Structured Mental Health Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Programs
Skilled Nursing Care & Memory-Care Facilities
Dual-Diagnosis Substance Abuse & Mental Health Recovery Treatment Centers
Adult Developmental & Intellectual Disability Dayhabilitation Programs
Forensic Vocational Rehabilitation Practices
Community Outpatient Mental Health Centers
Trauma Therapy Tennessee: F.A.Q.s
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Absolutely! Emboldened Therapy’s online therapy services are designed to deliver the same high-quality care as in-person sessions. Whether you’re in Nashville, Memphis, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Clarksville, or anywhere in Tennessee, you can receive effective trauma treatment from the comfort of your home (or office, or car, or backyard - anywhere there’s a private, quiet space you can tune in from!).
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Every person's road to their best self is unique, and the same goes for Trauma & PTSD Therapy! Some folks find relief in as few as 4 to 12 sessions, while some may find long-term therapy of 20 or more sessions, is most helpful for them. The therapies I use are practical, insight-oriented, and skills-based, so we can move you toward relief as swiftly as possible - and ultimately, what 'swift' looks like for one person will look totally different for the next!
If you're curious about the trauma signs and symptoms you're experiencing, or want to get a better understanding of how trauma is affecting you or what treatment might look like for you, check out this brief online trauma test. Then book your free consultation to take the next step toward peace!
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Choosing the right therapist can make all the difference in your healing journey. I understand how totally crucial it is to find the best fit, and also get that not every therapist is going to be the right one for every human!
So, here’s why Emboldened Therapy might be a great therapy choice for your Trauma & PTSD Recovery:
Expert Care, Wherever You Are: No matter where you are in Tennessee—be it Nashville, Memphis, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Clarksville, or anywhere in Tennessee — I provide qualitative, outcomes-driven, proven-to-work therapy that's just a click away. With online therapy services, you can access the care you need from the comfort of wherever you choose - and take me along to the places where you might need the most support!
Personalized, Empathetic Treatment: I understand the unique challenges of PTSD and trauma, including all those PTSD spirals that show up announced and derail the day. Emboldened Therapy provides warm, non-judgmental support tailored to your specific needs and goals, and recognizes that you're not a one-size-fits all kinda client, and you deserve a perfect fit kinda therapy for your unique needs and goals.
Flexible & Convenient: Emboldened Therapy's online therapy sessions fit your life, making it easy to access the support you need, even with a busy schedule. Whether you’re juggling work, family, or other responsibilities, we’ll work with you to find a time that fits your needs. And, you don't have to stress about a commute, the rising prices of gas, or whatever that tailgater behind you might do while you try to squeeze therapy into your life!
Book Your Consultation to explore your next steps to healing.
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Book a free consultation to explore Trauma Therapy in Tennessee and discuss how I can help you! After that call, we’ll decide the next best steps to move you toward your trauma & PTSD recovery - together!
Trauma Therapy Tennessee: Success Stories
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"EMDR was like the magic ticket for me. All the trauma I experienced no longer has a hold on me, and I'm living my life the way I want to - not the way I was (wrongly) shown to.
Facing complex PTSD from childhood trauma, V. sought out EMDR Trauma therapy to break free from their difficult past.
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“I went from 4 hours of sleep a night, to sleeping through the night - no nightmares or cold sweats anymore. It's not easy facing the past, but it was necessary for me to move forward. I'm very grateful!"
I. participated in online PTSD Therapy to reduce the effects secondary trauma from a career in crisis worok.
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"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."
N. sought out online Trauma & PTSD therapy to heal from decades of complex emotional & physical trauma.
