Counseling for the Whole Self

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Welcome!

I’m Elizabeth Black, a pre-licensed therapist based in Knoxville, Tennessee. I’m passionate about helping people who give so much of themselves rediscover who they are at their core.

My path into therapy was shaped by witnessing how often caregivers, helpers, and deep thinkers neglect their own needs in service to others or to expectations. I believe everyone deserves space to pause, breathe, and rebuild a life that feels authentic and sustainable.

My style is warm, reflective, and collaborative. I see therapy as a partnership, one built on curiosity, respect, and compassion. I bring both structure and spaciousness, helping you feel grounded while exploring the deeper layers of your story.

I’m trauma-informed and person-centered, with experience supporting clients through issues such as stress, burnout, addiction recovery, religious trauma, anxiety, and major life transitions.(Include your supervision statement and licensing details here.)

Learn more about my practice on Psychology Today.

(Supervised by [Supervisor Name], [License Type & Number], under the supervision of [Organization Name]. Licensed in Tennessee as LPC-MHSP (Temp).)

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Who I Work With

Children, Teens, and Adults
I work with clients ages 9 and up, supporting them through the many stages and challenges of life. Whether you’re navigating school pressures, identity questions, career shifts, or the complexities of adulthood, therapy offers a space to grow with curiosity and compassion.

Caregivers & Helping Professionals
I help teachers, nurses, and parents manage burnout, compassion fatigue, and the emotional toll of caring for others. Therapy offers a place to rest, process, and reconnect with your own needs and identity.

Trauma & PTSD:
I work with clients who have experienced trauma—whether from past relationships, childhood experiences, loss, or sudden life events. Healing from trauma isn’t about erasing the past, but about reclaiming safety, connection, and meaning in the present. My approach is gentle, grounding, and tailored to each client’s readiness and pace.

Mind + Money Connection
Our relationship with money is emotional and deeply tied to self-worth and security. I work with clients to understand their money stories, reduce shame, and create a healthier, more balanced financial mindset. Clients will build a financial philosophy that is unique to them.

Also specialize in

  • Stress, anxiety, and overwhelm

  • Depression

  • Life transitions

  • Burnout and compassion fatigue

  • Trauma and PTSD

  • Addiction and recovery support

  • Money mindset, scarcity, and self-worth

  • Grief, loss, and meaning-making

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My Approach

My work is existential in nature. We will work to explore questions of purpose, identity, and meaning as part of the healing process. I combine this with a person-centered and trauma-informed approach, creating a compassionate and grounding space where you can feel truly seen.

Rather than focusing solely on “fixing” symptoms, we explore what it means to live with authenticity and self-trust, even in uncertainty. We’ll move at your pace, uncovering patterns, beliefs, and emotions that shape how you experience the world.

Healing doesn’t have to be harsh. It can be gentle, reflective, and deeply transformative.

Services

In-person individual therapy session: $100

Telehealth Individual Therapy Session: $100


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Ready to take the next step? Reach out to schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation and discover how therapy can fit seamlessly into your life.


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In Person Session
$100.00

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Virtual Session
$100.00

A well-rounded package offering more features and flexibility to support your growing needs.


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Our clinicians draw on years of diverse clinical experience in hospitals, community centers, and private practice. We prioritize evidence-based methods while tailoring each plan to match individual goals and cultural backgrounds. Continuous professional development keeps our team at the forefront of emerging research, ensuring you receive high-quality, compassionate care.

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Welcome

You spend so much of your energy caring for others, making big life decisions, or trying to figure out what truly matters. It’s easy to lose sight of you in the process.

I offer individual counseling for people who are ready to reconnect with themselves, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Together, we explore what’s beneath the surface, including your patterns, beliefs, and experiences, so you can move through life with more clarity, confidence, and compassion.

Whether you’re feeling burned out, stuck, or simply ready to grow, this is a place to slow down, reflect, and realign with what matters most.

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