- Client-centered approach
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Charlotte
Dr. Charlotte Kennedy is a Tennessee psychologist (TN Psychologist 671) with 40 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief, trauma and life changes, and she lists blended family issues among her focus areas.
She prefers straightforward talk in sessions. She helps people name what feels difficult, sort through emotions, and try practical steps that can reduce overwhelm. Sessions often cover everyday problems like sleep, eating, work strain, and parenting challenges as they affect individuals.
Her methods draw on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. That mix is used to clarify goals, test new behaviors, and practice calmer ways of thinking. Mindfulness work is offered as short exercises to lower tension and improve focus.
Dr. Kennedy has spent decades working in clinical settings in Tennessee. Her long practice means she is used to supporting people through major transitions such as retirement, caregiving strain, and starting new households. She also assists with issues tied to attachment, abandonment, and commitment concerns.
People meet a clinician who emphasizes practical coping skills and clearer communication. The focus is on what can be changed now, and on building simple routines that make daily life easier. Readers are encouraged to confirm current session options before booking.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the person sets goals and decides what to change. Online sessions can use this approach to let people talk through relationship strain, blended household tensions, or grief and get clear next steps.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. In remote sessions this often means short between-session tasks, thought records, and step-by-step problem solving for things like sleep, anxiety, or anger.
Mindfulness therapy offers brief exercises to steady attention and ease strong emotions. Online conversations can include guided breathing or short practices that someone can repeat at home when stress rises.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose approaches that match the person's goals, needs, and preferences, and adjust strategies over time based on what helps.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, avoid travel time, and use shorter check-ins when needed. It can also allow people to follow through on practice tasks between meetings and bring real-life examples into discussion.
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Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, trauma and grief, and lists blended family issues among her focus areas.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and conversational, using client-centered methods alongside CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help people set goals and try new behaviors.
How much experience does she have?
She has 40 years of clinical experience working with adults in Tennessee on a range of life challenges and transitions.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She practices as a Tennessee psychologist and is listed as TN Psychologist 671, working from Tennessee.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.