"In times of stress, the best thing we can do for each other is to listen with our ears and our hearts and to be assured that our questions are just as important as our answers."
Fred Rogers

Welcome

Hi! I'm Michelle Stafford. I am a licensed mental health therapist in Tennessee. I specialize in serving LGBTQIA+ folx, complex PTSD, and early childhood wounding.

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Golden Hour.

The moment just before the sun sets, it illuminates the world with a soft, hazy glow. It gives me this feeling of possibility -it feels intrinsically sacred. It's a moment I've often found myself reflecting on where I've been and where I'm going. A moment enveloped in light, calling us to the present, and painted with hope. This is how I see therapy. An invitation to look back, recalibrate, and decide where we would like to go from here.

Services

In Person Therapy

Counseling sessions take place at my office in East Nashville, focused solely on you and your goals. We'll dig into what's been hard while taking tangible steps forward.

Virtual Sessions

A personal link sent directly to your email, confidential sessions hosted through simple practice, and you get to skip the traffic!

Walk + Talk

A 50 minute walk at Shelby Park in East Nashville, for those of you who process better while moving.

(only available in Nashville)

Specialties

I use a trauma-informed, connective, and holistic approach. I'm trained in EMDR and IFS and use these frequently in all types of sessions.

LGBTQIA+

Everything from gender identity, becoming comfortable in your skin, coming out, navigating relationships, & exploring sexuality. I belong to the queer community, and I love working with you!

cPTSD

I've been working with trauma since early in my career and deeply value this work. We'll identify how your symptoms place you back in the past while creating enough safety in your body for you to find peace in your present.

Musicians and Creatives

Life as an artist, industry professional, or loved one of the above pose very specific challenges. We'll explore what aspects of the lifestyle are impacting you and work to protect your wellbeing so you can thrive in what you love.

Early Childhood Wounding

We will get to know your inner child. You'll discover how your attachment style is impacting your beliefs about yourself and others. We'll learn new ways of connecting safely.

Wondering if we're a good fit?

Book a free 20 minute consultation to find out.

Contact

We currently have 5 openings for new clients.

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I'm happy you're here.

"In times of stress, the best thing we can do for each other is to listen with our ears and our hearts and to be assured that our questions are just as important as our answers."
Fred Rogers

Welcome