John has a rich history of meeting people’s needs. Beginning his career in the banking industry in 1964, his experience as vice president of a bank quickly taught him the dynamics of interpersonal and professional relationships and the importance of listening to and meeting the needs of others. In 1981, he and his family moved to Dallas, TX where he attended Dallas Theological Seminary. Upon receiving his Master of Theology in 1986, he was involved in Christian counseling and further specialized training in methods and principles of counseling. In 1992, he returned to East Tennessee and established Christian Counseling of Knoxville. Since 1992, he has walked alongside hundreds of people as they have tackled the journey of life, providing objective, reasoned guidance grounded in the principles of the Bible. His approach is personal, warm, and direct. It’s not just talk-therapy; John will challenge any broken ways of operating and thinking and help you move toward more productive and positive practices. The goals are successful change and healthy people. [Read More]

Kate Rees-Finnis is an Art Psychotherapist who has worked with children and young people in a variety of settings for over fifteen years. She holds an MA in Art Psychotherapy from Goldsmiths College, London and is a member of the Health Professions Council and the British Association of Art Therapists. [Read More]

I specialize in working with childhood disorders and behavioral concerns. I have extensive training in assessment of childhood disorders and behavioral intervention. I also sought additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and treatment for Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Tourette’s/Tic Disorders. Much of my work has focused on empowering parents to tackle various challenges in parenting, including managing challenging behaviors and parental stress with the goal of enabling parents to respond to and be with their children in the way they wish to be. [Read More]

Lisa Duke is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She works with both individuals and couples, focusing on anxiety, depression, abuse, and eating disorders. Lisa also works with identity and spiritual formation. She also has a special interest in working with couples through premarital counseling. [Read More]

Courtney is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist in the state of Tennessee. She joined KCS in 2016 and is the Vice President and Director of Business Operations. Courtney received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Tennessee, and her Master of Education degree from Lincoln Memorial University in 2013. She has worked with children, adolescents and families in conflict or with behavioral and emotional issues since 2006 in a variety of clinical and advocate roles. [Read More]

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Mental Health Service Provider, Nina understands that, just like clothing, one size does not fit all. For the past 15 years she has been custom fitting her counseling to meet her client’s unique and personal needs. Whether shifting mindsets, addressing thoughts and emotions, clarifying values, activating new behaviors, or helping clients rewrite the story of their lives, Nina is able and ready to help you move from suffering to success. She combines a high level of compassion, empathy, and active listening with a personal commitment to overall wellness and excellence that is contagious. Nina likewise believes firmly in the need to address the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual areas of each client’s total health and wellness to maximize her client’s healing and growth. [Read More]

My name is Sarah R. Hamblen.  I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been providing clinical services since 1999. I have worked with a variety of individuals of all ages, couples, and families on many different issues and concerns.  The heart of my practice is finding the strengths within each individual and family.  I strive to empower them to reach their goals both independently and as a family group.   My approach is client-centered, allowing and encouraging those I work with to drive and direct the therapeutic focus.  I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to help individuals gain insight, understanding, and implement effective change. I am involved in several community, regional, and national organizations which focus on difficult issues within society today, including domestic violence prevention, child abuse prevention, personal empowerment, and social tolerance. [Read More]

Nazil Koyl Knoxville CounselorsNazli earned her master’s degree from DePaul University in Chicago, IL, and has taken additional graduate coursework at University of Tennessee and Lincoln Memorial University.  She has experience working with adults, adolescents, and children with behavioral issues and in the foster care system. [Read More]

This work is very important to me having faced many struggles and transitions in my own life. My ability to empathize and have compassion for my clients comes from a history of knowing what rough roads are like. It is important for me to provide a safe and confidential environment where children, pre-teens, adolescents and adults can discuss difficult times while growing and stepping into their next journey of life. I have been married to my husband for 21 years and we have 2 children, ages 14 and 17. Our extended family includes 3 dogs, a cat and a sugar glider! In my spare time I love to spend time with my family, ride my scooter with my husband and watch movies. I look forward to working with you and can’t wait to me you!! [Read More]

as over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. His particular interests include working with children-of-divorce, stepfamilies and parenting issues. He also treats attention-deficit disorders, mood disorders and anxiety disorders. [Read More]

Bethany Townsend is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in individual and family therapy in Knoxville, TN. As a graduate of the University of Tennessee’s College of Social Work with more than 10 years of experience, she is currently serving a wide range of clients in private practice. [Read More]

Sara is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) practicing in the Knoxville area. Sara has over 10 years of experience working with children ages 18 months to 16 years diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum and other related disorders in the home, clinical, community, residential, and school settings. She holds a Master of Science Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) from the Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne, Florida, and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Ashland University located in Ashland, Ohio.  Sara opened KCA in March, 2010. [Read More]

Dr. Levy, a Psychologist, earned his doctorate in counseling psychology from Indiana University in 2002.  He interned at the University of Maryland Counseling Center. Dr. Levy has specialized expertise in the cognitive-behavioral treatment of attention-deficit disorders, anxiety, depression, and other health conditions, as well as performance enhancement interventions for athletes, performing artists, and business people. Of particular note is his expertise in neurotherapy (i.e., EEG neurofeedback), an intervention designed to help individuals learn to self-regulate their mood and attention and concentration processes thru “brain-training.” [Read More]

I earned both a Master of Social Work degree (2013) and a Doctor of Social Work degree (2018) from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.  Additional previous experience includes outpatient therapy at community mental health agencies and a university counseling center, working for mental health crisis response teams, and teaching Human Behavior in the Social Environment as adjunct faculty at the University of Tennessee College of Social Work. Beyond that, I am passionate about being a lifelong learner and exploring new ideas, the power of music to bring people together and make us feel, cheering on the Vols, and pizza. [Read More]

Becca Wyssmann is a licensed speech-language pathologist who has been practicing speech therapy in the Knoxville area since 2015. She graduated with honors from the University of Tennessee Chattanooga in 2012 with a Bachelors of Art in Spanish and received a Masters of Science in Speech Pathology from The University of Tennessee Health Science Center in 2014. Becca has experience working with children, adolescents, and families in school and private practice settings. [Read More]