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Knoxville Counseling Services, PLLC is the premier private practice in Knoxville. We are a group of independent therapists dedicated to working with you and your family in order to improve your emotional health, your relationships, and your lives.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, or self-esteem? Are you adjusting to major transitions in your life (e.g., new baby, just moved to Knoxville, new job, trying to figure out what career you want, divorce)? Do you have a child or teenager who is struggling with behavioral or emotional issues? We have therapists to help you with all of these areas, and more.
At Knoxville Counseling Services, we provide a wide variety of services and treatment approaches for older adolescents and adults. We understand that many people have anxiety about seeking counseling services, but we strive to make this process as welcoming and encouraging as possible. We look forward to getting to know you and helping you on your journey to change!
We have three office locations to better serve the Knoxville Community. One is located in North Knoxville, off I-75 and Callahan Drive. The second is our Bearden location, located off the Papermill Exit at the intersection of Kingston Pike and Northshore. And the third is our West location, near the intersection of Pellissippi Parkway and Kingston Pike.
We have the option of in-person sessions or video-based sessions (Telehealth). Please discuss with your provider your preference.
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Our Practice Group
Below, you will learn more about our therapists, their specialties, and the ages of clients they see. Please note that office hours, fee structures, and any insurances accepted are unique to each therapist. To schedule an appointment with any of the therapists, please click on the “Contact” button to fill out the general inquiry form on our contact page. We strive to get back to new clients quickly. Please allow 24-48 business hours to respond to an inquiry. Emails will likely receive a quicker response.
Most of our therapists are on limited insurance panels. Please check with each provider who they are contracted with. Many are self-pay only which allows a more customized experience for your therapeutic needs. You can request documentation, if working with a licensed therapist, to file with your insurance company to potentially seek reimbursement if you are paying out of pocket. You can use your HSA and FSA for therapy services.
You can also call the number on the back of your insurance card and ask about out-of-network behavioral health benefits. Some plans have excellent coverage and there is just a co-pay; others require meeting a high deductible. It is plan specific.
Investing in yourself through counseling and mental health may be one of the best and most important investments you ever make. You and your family are worth it!
West Office
Courtney Brandon, LPC/MHSP, RPT
Owner and Clinical Director
Client Specialty: Individual therapy for children, adolescents and young adults; Parenting support.
Insurance/Payment accepted: Self pay; United Health Care/Optum/UMR
Jess Wallace, LPC/MHSP
Client Specialty: children/adolescents 4-15, parent support
Payment Accepted: Optum/UHC, Self-pay, BCBS
Stacy Gruhn, LPC/MHSP, NCC
Client Specialty: Children, Adolescents, Young adults and Families
Payment accepted: UHC/Optum, BCBS, Self-pay
Christian Lockhart, LPC/MHSP
Client specialty: Individual Adult Therapy
Payment accepted: Self-Pay
Hannah Wood, LPC/MHSP (t), NCC
Client specialty: Individual therapy for children, adolescents and young adults; Parenting support.
Payment accepted: Self-Pay
*Accepting New Clients
Melanie Courtney, LPC/MHSP
Client Specialty: Children, Adolescents, Young adults and Families
Payment accepted: Self-pay, UHC/Optum/UMR
*Accepting New Clients
Elissa Winzenburg, LPC/MHSP
Client specialty: Children/Adolescents, Adults
Payment accepted: Self-Pay
Bearden Office
Dr. Amy Skinner, LPC/MHSP, Approved Supervisor
Client Specialty: Adult individual therapy; college students; women’s issues; LGBTQIA+, veterans; Approved Clinical Supervisor
Payment accepted: Self-pay, UHC/Optum/UMR
Anna Catherine Kill, M.A.
Client Specialty: Children, Adolescents, Young Adults and Families.
Payment Accepted: Self-Pay
*Accepting new clients*
Nick Morgan, LCSW
Client Specialty: Older adolescents and adults, individual counseling
Payment accepted: Self-pay, UHC/Optum/UMR, BCBS
*Accepting new clients*
Dr. Laura S. Wheat, LPC/MHSP
Client Specialty: Children, Adolescents, Adults, LGBTQIA+; Grief and Loss.
Payment accepted: Self-pay,, UHC/Optum/UMR
*Accepting new clients*
Amanda Stevens, LCSW
Client Specialty: Adult Individual Therapy
Payment accepted: self-pay, UHC/Optum/UMR, BCBS
Kate Kemmerer, B.A.-Intern
Client specialty: Individual Adolescents and Adult Therapy
Payment accepted: Self-Pay
*Accepting New Clients*
North Office
Brandi Smith, LPC/MHSP
Client Specialty: teenagers and adult individual therapy
Payment accepted: Most major commercial insurances; self-pay
Matt Drinnen, LPC/MHSP
Client Specialty: individuals, families, and couples of all ages
Payment accepted: Most major commercial insurances; self-pay
Julie Lamb, LPC/MHSP
Client Specialty: Adult individual therapy; highly motivated teens 16-18
Payment Accepted: Self-Pay, UHC/Optum
Jessica Collins, LCSW
Client Specialty: children and adolescents
Payment Accepted: Self-Pay, UHC/Optum, Cigna, Aetna
Christian Lockhart, LPC/MHSP
Client specialty: Individual Adult Therapy
Payment accepted: Self-Pay
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