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Gwendolyn Burse
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Gwendolyn Burse, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
All Rula providers are licensed and hold a master’s or doctorate degree required for practice.
Welcome — I’m glad to meet you. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who provides a calm, structured, and compassionate space for clients navigating stress, anxiety, depression, and unresolved experiences from the past. My work helps clients understand their patterns, heal old wounds, and build healthier ways of coping.
Available virtually
Nadia Bhatti
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Nadia Bhatti, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
All Rula providers are licensed and hold a master’s or doctorate degree required for practice.
You don’t have to arrive in therapy with everything figured out. Sometimes clarity is what we build together. As a woman of color, I value creating a space where your identity, culture, relationships, and lived experiences. Therapy with me is a real conversation: warm, honest, curious, and grounded in helping you understand yourself more deeply.
Available virtually
Bonnie Spicer
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Bonnie Spicer, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Bonnie has a Master of Science (MS) from Freed-Hardeman University.
I am a licensed therapist in Tennessee dedicated to helping individuals navigate complex emotional challenges and work toward meaningful personal growth. My work centers on creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel understood, validated, and empowered to make positive change.
Available virtually
Bethany Sparkman
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Bethany Sparkman, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Bethany has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) from Purdue University.
I'm passionate about helping individuals reconnect with their authentic selves and create meaningful change from the inside out. My approach is genuine, compassionate, and grounded in real-life understanding—because healing happens best in a space where you feel seen, supported, and accepted just as you are.
Available virtually
Tammy Ricker
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Tammy Ricker, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Tammy has a Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Clinical Psychology from California Southern University and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Psychology from Chapman College.
My goal is to offer a safe and supportive space where you can fully express your feelings and take steps toward personal growth.
Available virtually
Kerri Gavin
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Kerri Gavin, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kerri has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Sacramento.
I work with clients to find answers to questions about psychiatric symptoms, behavioral traits, experiences, and traumatic situations. I teach through the strengths perspective and coping skills, encouraging you to identify who you are and who you want to be.
Available virtually
Melissa Dye
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Melissa Dye, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Melissa has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Radford University.
Reaching out can be scary and sometimes overwhelming. Taking a step toward healing is empowering. We are all in this world together. I would be honored to share this journey with you.
Available virtually
Connie Ward
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Connie Ward, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Connie has a Masters of Education (MED) in Counseling from Lincoln Memorial University.
Life can come with many challenges. I support you as you navigate anxieties, self-doubt and life changes with both curiosity and compassion. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, more confident and connected—both to yourself and to the life you want.
Available virtually
Pamela Gray
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Pamela Gray, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Pamela has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from East Tennessee State University.
Life can feel heavy sometimes — full of uncertainty, worry, or self-doubt. As a therapist, I provide a calm, supportive space to explore what’s weighing you down and rediscover your sense of direction. Together, we’ll build insight, confidence, and meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
Available virtually
John Slate
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like John Slate, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
John has a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Clinical Counseling from Trevecca Nazarene College.
Life hasn't always been easy for me, but it was never too late to make serious changes and become more of the person I wanted to be. If life has been difficult for you, I understand that every person is unique, has a story, deserves to be listened to, and can change. You are more than you feel like you are.
Available virtually
Christa Walker
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Christa Walker, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Christa has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) in Interpersonal Practice from University of Tennessee At Knoxville.
I am a Middle Tennessee native and a proud graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where I earned my Master’s of Social Work. I bring significant experience to my practice, helping individuals navigate challenges such as religious trauma, substance abuse, grief and loss, attachment difficulties, and life transitions for young adults.
Available virtually
Elizabeth Geller
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Elizabeth Geller, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Elizabeth has a Masters of Education (MED) in Human Development Counseling from Peabody College at Vanderbilt University.
Life's journey can be overwhelming, uncertain, full of highs and lows, and difficult transitions. Therapy offers valuable support to process these experiences and their impacts while navigating how to cope so we can cultivate full, meaningful lives.
Available virtually
La tycia Jones
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like La tycia Jones, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
La tycia has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Administration and Grant Writing from University of Alabama.
I believe in the resilience of the human spirit and the capacity for growth, even in the face of setbacks. In our work together, we will explore challenges with curiosity and compassion, talking through experiences without judgment while identifying strategies that support continued progress.
Available virtually
Lauren Myers
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Lauren Myers, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lauren has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from Murray State University.
Therapy is for everyone. At some point in life, most people find themselves in need of a little extra help. I help people navigate anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and more with a genuine, down-to-earth, and warm approach. My goal is to create a space where clients feel both supported and challenged.
Available virtually
This set of providers was curated just for you.
Want personalized assistance finding the right fit? Call or text our team at 323-745-8323.