Meet Kristen
Kristen holds her MSW from Middle Tennessee State University and works with individual adults navigating trauma, relationship wounds, shame, anxiety, and depression.
Kristen knows what it means to sit with people in their hardest moments. Before becoming a therapist, she spent over a decade supporting grieving families, holding space in some of life's most devastating moments. That experience didn't just shape her career. It shaped who she is in the room: steady, warm, and deeply respectful of each person's story.
She specializes in complex trauma, PTSD, and betrayal trauma, particularly the disorienting aftermath of being hurt by someone you trusted most. Trained in EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS), she helps clients gently untangle the beliefs and patterns keeping them stuck. She's also a certified Associate Partner Trauma Therapist (APTT) through IITAP, a specialized credential in partner trauma recovery.
Women
Feeling anxious? Navigating transitions, identity changes, or relationship challenges? Melanie provides trauma-informed, integrative counseling tailored to the unique experiences women face. She offers a compassionate space to explore your story, build confidence, and move toward a healthier, more empowered life.
Couples
Living like roommates? Unsure of your marriage future? Feeling like you just don't "get" each other? Maybe you've experienced a major life disruptor. Shara helps couples build strong, healthy relationships by offering a safe space to improve communication, resolve conflicts and grow together. Shara uses tools from Gottman, EFT with Dr. Sue Johnson, as well as trauma informed care to help couples gain tools to hear each other differently, engage emotionally, and truly LISTEN. With compassion and experience she is dedicated to guiding couples toward a more connected and fulfilling partnership.
Teen
Is your teen moody, withdrawn, or struggling with stress, friendships, or school? Melanie creates a safe, nonjudgmental environment where teens can express themselves, learn coping skills, and feel understood. She supports teens and their families in building stronger communication and resilience during this important season of growth.
