My name is John Bell, DPM, LPC-MHSP. I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I trained at Liberty University and obtained my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am licensed in the state of Tennessee. It is my goal to help you find your better self. I am here for you, and I want to help you with your life challenges and align my skills as a counselor to assist you with this life challenge you are facing, feel less burdensome, and provide clarity where you may feel alone and without direction. I want you to know that you do not have to feel alone or face life on your own. I am available and willing to help you find your better day and clear path toward your best day in your life.

I can relate to how you feel and with evidence-based coping skills that I can share with you; I am sure you will truly emerge from your life circumstance feeling better. Primarily using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as an approach to help you, I will teach you the skills to reduce stress, lower anxiety in your home life and at work. Ironically, with these evidence-based skills you will have the skill set to help overcome depression and even feel more focused to handle occasional stressors that trigger negative feelings. I am here for you, let me help you find your best self.

Hi! My name is Ann Blankenship LPC-MHSP. I work with ages 12 and older and have experience in residential, private practice, substance abuse recovery and community mental health settings. I love learning about people, hearing each person’s unique story and helping them to move toward the life they want to create. I approach therapy through a strengths-based lens, supporting clients in identifying their inherent strengths, abilities and potential, and then utilizing these as the foundation for meaningful growth and change. My work is client centered and incorporates aspects of CBT, DBT and ACT. I also provide EMDR and TF-CBT.

I’m a mental health therapist who works with individuals who often feel stuck in their own minds, highly aware of their thoughts, able to understand their struggles, yet struggle to feel fulfilled or happy. I help clients build a healthier relationship with their thoughts, create boundaries for overthinking, and reconnect with meaning, balance, and emotional well-being. I also support clients who identify as neurodivergent and are seeking a therapy space that is affirming, collaborative, and tailored to their unique experiences.

Emma Finan is Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Nurse in the state of TN and is board certified in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing. Emma has worked in the mental health field in multiple environments including inpatient, outpatient, and community behavioral health. Prior to joining Centerstone (2024) Emma was senior faculty at Vanderbilt where she worked in a specialized First Episode Psychosis clinic and worked with families living with a loved one with a mental health diagnosis. Emma has focused training on Family Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (attended Beck Institute for trainings) but works with a broad range of diagnosis including Anxiety, Trauma, Substance Use, life, and relationship transitions.

Emma is originally from the West of Ireland and worked in both Ireland and England before relocating to the USA. Emma is married with one young adult daughter, and her hobbies include travel, walking on trails and socializing.

I am a client-centered therapist who works with teens and adults navigating a variety of mental health concerns. I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions. My approach is rooted in person-centered therapy, while also incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to help clients understand and shift unhelpful patterns. I have a background working with children in school settings, which informs my understanding of development and early emotional needs. Currently, I focus on supporting teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and other common mental health challenges. My goal is to build a collaborative relationship that fosters growth, insight, and lasting change.

Stephanie is a Board-Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) and Licensed Professional Counselor, in Tennessee and Ohio, with a Mental Health Service Provider designation in Tennessee (LPC-MHSP). Stephanie is passionate about people healing by discovering or reconnecting with the best versions of themselves. She feels privileged to journey alongside clients through processing challenges as well as celebrating “aha! moments” along the way.

For the past 8 years, Stephanie has worked virtually and in-person with adults and adolescents. She has served in a variety of settings including residential co-occurring and hospital inpatient and outpatient departments. Some of the approaches she uses are art therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). A few of Stephanie’s specialties include treating mood disorders, grief and loss, support through medical diagnoses, perinatal mental health, perimenopause/menopause and other life transitions.

Outside of work, you can find Stephanie swimming laps, making things, and spending as much time with family and friends as possible.

Hi, my name is Pam Hiers. I hold an LPC-MHSP license in the state of Tennessee and have 26 years of experience working with adults with various issues including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, phase of life changes, relationship issues/couples, grief and loss, stress management, and aging issues.

Therapeutic approaches include CBT-Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, ACT-Action and Commitment Therapy, and SFT-Solution-Focused Therapy. My approach is compassionate, challenging, empowering, and warm with a dash of humor.

More than a decade of experience in the field of mental health has provided me the opportunity to work with individuals experiencing a broad range of needs and life circumstances across the continuum of care. After completing my bachelor’s degree in social work in 2015, I earned my Master of Social Work with a certificate in disaster mental health at Tulane University in 2016. This is where I first gained experience in crisis work before returning to Knoxville, where I spent five years as a mobile crisis clinician and therapist for a crisis respite facility while completing my advanced practice license (LCSW). I have been with the Virtual Clinic for nearly four years and specialize in working with adults navigating attachment-related and acute trauma using approaches such as deep brain reorienting (DBR), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and internal family systems (IFS). I enjoy supporting individuals through personal growth, major life changes, stress management, and self-discovery, including those in creative professions such as music and the arts. My clinical interests include ADHD, cognitive and behavioral patterns, self-awareness, and helping individuals better understand themselves and move through periods of transition.

We may be a strong fit if you value both reflection and action and are open to exploring new tools and perspectives that support lasting growth beyond day-to-day coping. Meaningful progress often requires patience, honesty, and stepping outside of familiar patterns in service of long-term healing and fulfillment. Past clients have described my therapeutic approach as collaborative, authentic, thoughtful, knowledgeable, approachable, creative, and grounded in genuine connection. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors with friends, exploring creative projects, watching thriller and horror movies, listening to music, and curating the perfect playlist.

11 years at Centerstone

Shelby Joa is an LPC-MHSP in the state of Tennessee with five years of experience working in a variety of clinical settings. She provides therapy to individuals across all ages and a wide range of diagnoses. She uses a person centered approach, combined with CBT and ACT to bring a compassionate, adaptable approach to meet each client’s unique needs.

Shelby is especially passionate about supporting parents in breaking generational cycles and creating healthier family dynamics. She focuses on providing practical psychoeducation around developmental stages, improving communication patterns, and helping parents align their parenting approach with their personal values and long-term goals.

Shelby strives to create a space where clients feel understood, empowered, and equipped with tools for lasting change.

9 years at Centerstone

I am a licensed therapist in Tennessee with 9 years of professional experience. I specialize in EMDR, Neuropsychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused care, Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT, provisional), along with supporting clients experiencing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, and challenges with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

My approach is warm, direct, and down-to-earth. I believe therapy should feel like a safe, nonjudgmental space while also being a place where real growth and honest conversations happen. I meet clients where they are, while gently challenging patterns that may be keeping them stuck. I am passionate about helping clients build resilience, reconnect with their sense of self, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.

I have been working within the Virtual Clinic for 3 and a half years, and Centerstone for 7 years. With my clients, I prefer collaboration above all in order to meet their mental health goals. I enjoy working with young adults and women specifically, however I have successfully worked with many older adults throughout my time as a therapist. I am currently trained in CBT, CPT, and EMDR therapy, but I remain flexible with my approach to each individual client to best meet their needs.

Hello, my name is Brenden Murphy. I have been practicing as a therapist since 2020, and specialize in treating adults with anxiety, chronic illness, ADHD/autism, substance use, and trauma. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as distress tolerance for managing negative cognitions and thinking patterns.

Lucy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 22 years of counseling experience who has been with Centerstone for 15 years. Lucy specializes in meeting people where they are and uses person centered approaches to therapy. She has experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment therapy. In her down time, she enjoys working in her flower beds, spending time with family and cheering on her University of Tennessee Volunteers!

Jonathan Seay, LCSW, is an outpatient therapist with five years of clinical experience supporting individuals and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges. He holds a Master of Clinical Social Work from Walden University and brings a unique perspective shaped by his background in military service and emergency response, including roles as an Infantry Line Medic, Flight Medic, paramedic, and firefighter. Jonathan has extensive experience working with first responders and understands the lasting impact of trauma and high-stress environments.

Jonathan works with individuals and couples from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and relationship dynamics. He has a strong focus on helping couples strengthen communication, navigate boundaries, deepen connection, and improve relationship satisfaction in ways that reflect their goals and values. His experience includes supporting clients in varied relationship structures and personal circumstances with respect, professionalism, and practical guidance. Using an eclectic, trauma informed approach that integrates cognitive, behavioral, and strengths-based techniques, Jonathan fosters a welcoming, supportive environment where clients can build resilience, gain insight, and feel empowered.

Kimberley Slown, LCSW, LMSW, is a Clinical Therapist who sees clients of all ages. Her focus is on assisting clients with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety and their impacts including relationship, academic, and employment difficulties. She has advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Processing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy (NT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). She offers her clients a neurodiversity-affirming, safe and judgement-free space and an eclectic approach for an individualized experience to recovery.

Maria Smith, LPC-MHSP is an art therapist trained at Indiana University (2017) and a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider in Tennessee (2022). She has worked at Centerstone since 2018, currently supporting individuals ages 16 and older with life stressors, mental health concerns, and substance use challenges. Maria takes a strength-based, person-centered approach that allows clients to collaboratively guide sessions, whether through conversation, skill-building, gentle challenge, or deeper self-exploration. She integrates evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Art Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Relapse Prevention based on each client’s goals and readiness. Her work emphasizes self-awareness, emotional regulation, values-driven change, and includes specialized training in CBT for Insomnia, Alcohol and Drug Assessments, and facilitation of a weekly Seeking Safety group for adult women.

Hello! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor- Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP) with experience in anxiety, depression, substance use, and trauma. I use Person-Centered Therapy with clients to focus on building a genuine relationship filled with empathy and acceptance for you to come as you are. I additionally practice with Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma with adults or Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) for trauma with adolescents/teens. I especially enjoy working with teens and young adults!

Meghan Sullivan is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Mental Health Service Provider designation (LPC-MHSP). Meghan specializes in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for individuals experiencing OCD and anxiety-related symptoms, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) for those with trauma exposure, and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) to help clients build on their strengths and develop practical skills in a short-term setting.

Meghan is committed to creating a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel empowered to make meaningful changes.

Hello, my name is Dominique Walker. I graduated with my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Henderson State University in May of 2021. I have been practicing as a therapist since 2021, and specialize in treating adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD/autism, mood disorders, stress management, and trauma. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I have experience working with different populations, ranging from ages 12 to adulthood. I also have experience working in various clinical settings which include PHP/IOP, residential, community mental health and private practice.

3 years at Centerstone

4 years at Centerstone