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As a person from multiple marginalized communities, my work is grounded in both clinical expertise and lived experience, which hel...
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As a person from multiple marginalized communities, my work is grounded in both clinical expertise and lived experience, which helps clients feel respected, understood, and supported.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 20 years of experience providing culturally responsive, evidence-based mental health care. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and emotional challenges. My approach is practical and collaborative, and I value working with individuals who are engaged, consistent, and motivated in their therapeutic process.
I earned my master’s degree in counseling from the University of Memphis. My work integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, and strength-based approaches. I focus on skill-building strategies while also exploring patterns and experiences that influence current thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Therapy is a space for growth, clarity, and meaningful change. If you are seeking practical tools, steady support, and a counselor who will walk alongside you, I am here to help. Together, we can work toward building the change you have been hoping for, one step at a time.
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I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I do not believe in stigmatizing labels....
I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I do not believe in stigmatizing labels.
Brian Kjelvik is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP) in the state of Tennessee with over 6 years of experience assisting clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting struggles, career challenges, divorce, loss, and emotional abuse.
Brian earned his Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Austin Peay State University. His approach combines cognitive-behavioral (CBT), humanistic, solution-focused brief therapy, and mindfulness. Brian will tailor the dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step the Brian is here to support and empower you.
His goal is to help you find a way to heal and grow from what you are processing. Brian believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and he does not believe in stigmatizing labels. Team up with him to get expert insight and guidance as you start down the path toward self-discovery.
As a faith-centered woman of color, I have navigated many challenges in life and have a passion for walking with clients as they b...
As a faith-centered woman of color, I have navigated many challenges in life and have a passion for walking with clients as they build resilience, set healthy boundaries, and reconnect with their God-given sense of purpose.
I am a licensed professional counselor with a mental health service provider designation (LPC-MHSP) with 14 years of experience supporting adults through stress, relationship concerns, emotional challenges, and major life transitions. My approach is practical, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based care. I help clients strengthen self-awareness, build resilience, and create meaningful change at a pace that feels safe and empowering.
I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Mercer University. My work integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based methods, solution-focused strategies, and a person-centered approach. I tailor treatment to each individual’s needs to support clarity, balance, and long-term well-being.
I believe you deserve a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood. Together, we will explore what’s holding you back, build practical tools for relief, and move toward the changes you want to create. If you’re ready to take the next step, I’m here to help you move forward with confidence and intention.
Life is hard. As a person who has experienced life’s difficult ups and downs, I bring many years of experience, genuine curiosity,...
Life is hard. As a person who has experienced life’s difficult ups and downs, I bring many years of experience, genuine curiosity, compassion, and a belief in your strengths, and I’m committed to walking alongside you as you build your best life.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 35 years of experience supporting individuals navigating life’s challenges. I bring a grounded, compassionate presence to my work and walk alongside clients as they build meaningful, healthy lives. I provide care for individuals with a focus on resilience, personal growth, and helping clients recognize the strengths they already possess.
I earned my master’s degree in social work from Liberty University. My professional background includes work as a contractor, teacher, pastor, coach, and lifelong learner, which informs a practical, real-world approach to care that is thoughtful, patient, and deeply supportive.
Seeking counseling is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you are reading this, it reflects a belief that change is possible. I strive to create a safe, accepting space where you feel heard and supported as you move toward greater clarity and balance. I invite you to schedule an appointment and take the next step toward a fuller, healthier life.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Depression counseling can help those with major depression, minor depression, postpartum depression, persistent depressive disorder, and more. The providers at Thriveworks in Memphis, TN will develop a unique treatment plan based on your specific experience, needs, and goals.
It is absolutely worth going to therapy for depression — depression counseling helps people better manage their symptoms and get back to living happier lives again.
Depression counseling works by helping people pinpoint life problems, distorted thought patterns, and other causes of their depression, then process and work through them in order to mitigate the negative effects those factors have on their lives.
Common signs of depression include:
Thriveworks depression counseling in Memphis, TN is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Depression counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s depression as well as their needs and preferences.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
People with depression have a severe mental health disorder that, left untreated, can be devastating for them and their loved ones. Fortunately, if you are experiencing symptoms, there is hope. There are effective forms of treatment for depression, including depression counseling.
You don’t have to handle your mental illness on your own. Our team of professional therapists at Thriveworks Counseling in Memphis, TN has the training, skills, and compassion to help you beat depression and live a happy and successful life.
If you have depression symptoms, you may feel isolated and alone. You may also think you’re the only one lost in this wilderness. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), the handbook used by clinicians and psychiatrists to diagnose psychiatric illnesses, lists the two most common types of depression as major depressive disorder and persistent depressive disorder.
While symptoms vary between individuals, let’s take a look at some common signs of depression:
While you await your first depression therapy session, let’s get you equipped with some coping tools to help with depression symptoms right now.
As discussed, speaking with a therapist is a beneficial first start if you’re experiencing any of these symptoms. There are also several coping skills you can apply. Read the list below, and see if you can put any of these skills into practice today:
If you are ready to start a relationship with a trained, professional, and caring depression counselor, Thriveworks Counseling in Memphis, TN is prepared to help. At Thriveworks, our goal is to help you live a happy and successful life. To accomplish this and more, we offer our clients benefits like same-week appointments, flexible scheduling, online counseling, most major insurances accepted, and more.
To get started, simply call our office. One of our scheduling specialists will help you find an appointment that best works for you. Let us help you get out of the dark and back into the light of your life!
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