About Anna
Hi! I’m Anna, and I’m so glad you’re here! I am a native Nashvillian, and I’ve always been captivated by people. Through growing up experiences, I found the role of therapist came pretty naturally. I could listen well and empathize with my friends, and I enjoyed it. After starting my own therapy journey, and going through big life challenges, I started to see the benefit in my life and my relationships. I consider it a true honor to meet people where they are and walk beside them.
During my college years at The University of Tennessee, I met my husband, and 17+ years later our marriage continues to teach us about grace and patience.
I received my Masters in Clinical Counseling from Lipscomb University in 2012. I completed my clinical internships in private school and church settings. During one of my internships, I began to work with adolescents in a private school and was hired after graduation.
When my husband and I entered parenthood, I made the intentional decision to step away from my career to focus on caregiving. Now, with three children, we are embracing both the joys and challenges of raising a young family. As a therapist and mother, I deeply understand the struggles of balancing self-care, relationships, marriage, careers, and parenting. I also have firsthand experience navigating the unique dynamics of a neurodiverse household and caring for medically complex children. These experiences have enriched my ability to support others, and in 2024, I was thrilled to launch my private practice.
Credentials:
M.S. in Clinical Counseling from Lipscomb University
B.A. in Psychology from The University of Tennessee
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MHSP) with the state of Tennessee
*Becoming an LPC-MHSP requires (in addition to a 61-hour graduate program) 3 internships, 3 clinical board exams, 3,000 hours of clinical experience and supervision, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and therapy.
Training in IFS-informed approaches, ACT, CBT, DBT, experiential therapies, and relational therapies.
In affiliation with Cypress Counseling Group
103 Continental Pl, Suite 400
Brentwood, TN 37027
Focus
Burnout
Anxiety
Women’s Issues
Postpartum
Life Transitions
Teens and Young Adults
Identity Development
Parenting
While I work with a variety of individuals, I am passionate about working with women and girls ages 16 and up.
Therapeutic approach:
I use an integrative and collaborative approach which means I combine multiple theoretical perspectives and believe people are their own experts. I work to create safe, authentic, and accepting connections with my clients. I use experiential therapies, somatic work, and talk therapy.