Anxiety & Overthinking
For worry, perfectionism, self-doubt, people pleasing, feeling overwhelmed, or a mind that rarely seems to switch off.
Therapy in Tennessee · In person + Telehealth
Less stuck.
More connected.
Therapy for people who are tired of overthinking, carrying everything alone, or feeling disconnected from themselves and the people they care about.
“Therapy can be a place to understand what’s keeping you stuck—and practice doing something different.”
Meet Samantha
Support that feels human.
I’m Samantha Raphael, LPC-MHSP(A)/NCC/CYT. My approach is collaborative, practical, and grounded in the belief that meaningful change happens when you feel understood—not judged.
I integrate evidence-based therapy with mindfulness and mind-body awareness, helping clients better understand patterns, build usable skills, communicate more effectively, and reconnect with what matters to them.
Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, we’ll draw from strategies that fit you, your goals, and what is happening in your life right now.
Ways we can work together
Therapy for real life.
Couples & Connection
Strengthen communication, understand recurring patterns, navigate transitions, and feel more connected to one another.
Depression & Low Mood
Support for feeling stuck, disconnected, unmotivated, or unlike yourself—and for finding a way forward that feels manageable and meaningful.
OCD, Trauma & Transitions
Support for intrusive thoughts, OCD/ROCD, trauma, grief, ADHD, identity shifts, and difficult life changes.
My approach
Insight is useful.
So are tools.
We can make room for the deeper “why” while also working on what helps you move through your week differently. Therapy may include conversation, skills practice, mindfulness, exposure work, values exploration, or noticing patterns in thoughts, emotions, relationships, and the body.
CBTDBTACTIFS / Parts WorkERPPerson-CenteredExistentialMindfulnessMind-Body AwarenessTrauma-Informed
Groups
You don’t have to figure it out alone.
Small, focused groups combine practical tools, accountability, and the relief of being around people who get it.
Coming soon · ADHD group
Actually Getting It Done
An ADHD skills group for starting, staying on task & following through.
You know what you need to do. Actually getting yourself to start—and stay with it—is another story. This skills-based group is for adults with ADHD who struggle with procrastination, task initiation, overwhelm, distraction, and follow-through.
- Getting started when your brain says “later”
- Breaking overwhelming tasks into workable steps
- Prioritizing without getting stuck
- Managing distraction and time blindness
- Perfectionism, accountability, and follow-through
- Creating systems that work with your brain
Dates, format, cost, and enrollment details coming soon.
Inquire About the GroupGetting started
A simpler first step.
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Start with a free consultation
Not sure if we’re the right fit? Schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation to ask questions and briefly discuss what you’re looking for.
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Choose a time
Ready to begin? Use my secure Carepatron scheduling page to view available appointments.
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We’ll take it from there
We’ll clarify what you want from therapy and build a plan around your needs and goals.
Ready when you are
Let’s make some room for things to feel different.
You can book a therapy appointment or start with a complimentary 15-minute consultation through my secure Carepatron scheduling page.
Have a question before scheduling?
If you have questions about therapy, availability, or whether my services may be a good fit, you’re welcome to reach out.
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