Therapy for Women and Adolescents
Amy Knutson is a licensed professional counselor located in the Green Hills area of Nashville who specializes in mental health counseling for women and adolescents.
As a Nashville native, Amy cares deeply for this community. She is a graduate of The Harpeth Hall School and went on to receive her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Miami University in Ohio before returning home to Nashville, where she earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Vanderbilt University.
Amy brings over a decade of experience to this field and is passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. She has been in private practice since 2021, working primarily with women and girls, but has since opened up her practice to all adolescents, in addition to adult women. Previously, Amy has worked at Harpeth Hall as the Upper School Counselor and KIPP Academy Nashville.
Amy lives with her husband, two-year-old son, and her two dogs on the west side of Nashville. When she is not in the therapy room, she enjoys frequenting her favorite restaurants, going to concerts, and engaging in all of the exciting things Nashville has to offer.
About Amy
Specialties and Expertise
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Amy currently sees women and adolescent boys and girls. She began her career as a school counselor where she gained substantial experience working with adolescents and teens. She also worked at a counseling practice that focused on women and girls, which has led her to gain experience working with adult women in addition to children and teens.
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Amy specializes in general mental health, including anxiety and depression, as well as self-esteem issues, life transitions, grief and loss, coming of age, motherhood, women’s issues, school-related issues, and navigating relationship issues.
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Amy’s approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental. She believes that trust, comfort, and a sense of safety is what ultimately drives the therapeutic process. She also utilizes many evidence-based practices, including CBT, ACT, and DBT, in order to effectively help her clients achieve their goals.
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Taking the first step towards a healthier you has never been easier. Schedule your appointment with Amy today and begin your journey to feeling your best.
