DR. Tara Harvey

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR-MHSP

email: tharvey@wftherapy.net

Tara believes that the mind, body, and spirit can be balanced through therapy, and the difficulties of the past, present, and future can be managed.

Change begins from within, and through the journey of therapy, one can become their best self. Come see what that might look like for you! As Gandhi said “Be the change you wish to see in the world.”

Education

Tara Harvey is a Ph.D. level mental health therapist with 14 years of experience. Educational experience comes from the University of Tennessee, Lindsey Wilson College, and Berea College.

Experience

Tara’s career has led her to a variety of mental health settings where she has practiced and taught in the therapeutic arena. Using a variety of therapeutic techniques, including but not limited to, CBT, DBT, Positive Psychology, and Person-Centered therapy, Tara will work with you to find the therapeutic approach that best fits your needs and addresses your concerns.

She has focused therapeutic interventions on

• adult and teen issues

• polyvagal

• interpersonal violence

• trauma

• anxiety

• depression

• addictions

• men transitioning from incarceration

Rekettric Ford

Masters Level Professional Counselor

Email: Rford@wftherapy.net

Rekettric believes that therapy is important for maintaining and improving our lives. Change can come, but it takes action to make it happen.

Education

Rekettric holds a Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Amridge University.

Experience

Rekettric started off in the mental health field in case management, working with adults and helping provide aftercare for those who completed the program. He has spent four years working in the foster care system and learning how to build relationships with coworkers, foster parents, biological parents, foster children, and state workers.

He utilizes the ARC framework to help parents reunite with their children. He provides training on trauma and has experience in group work. He is trained in trauma-focused CBT.

He has focused therapeutic interventions on

• trauma

• groups

• grief

• anxiety and life stress

• parenting

• couples and families

• anger management

• Gottman

• interpersonal relationships and communication

Populations Served

Individuals- youth ages 10+

Individuals- Adult men/women

Couples & Families

Deja Campbell

Masters Level MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST

Email: Dcampbell@wftherapy.net

Life is fascinating in the way that it brings us individualized experiences and unique relationships. I hold the philosophy that every being has the value and purpose that they bring to this journey. The therapeutic space grants me the opportunity to witness the transformative process that can come from true work. I consider that a great privilege.

Education

Deja received her Masters's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling from Trevecca Nazarene University.

Experience

For the past several years, she has worked in therapeutic foster care to provide services for foster parents, youth, and birth families. She is excited to begin this work to impact individuals and families positively.

She has focused therapeutic interventions on

• Premarital and couples counseling

• Families

• Children and adolescents

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Brainspotting

Maya Hughes, TLPC-MHSP

Masters level Professional Counselor

EMAIL: MHUGHES@WFTHERAPY.NET

Maya has experience working in both school and community-based settings with individuals of all ages and diverse concerns. She is particularly excited about supporting young people and adults in navigating life's challenges Using various therapeutic techniques, including but not limited to TF-CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered therapy, and Brainspotting.

Education

Maya received her Ed.S. degree in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling from MTSU.

She has focused therapeutic interventions on

• brainspotting

• anxiety and life stress

• depression

• trauma

• interpersonal relationships and communication issues

• teen issues

• identity issues

• athletes

Ashley Askins

Licensed Professional counselor-MHSP

Ashley is a dedicated advocate for mental health awareness and is committed to creating a warm, empathic, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. She believes healing happens in the context of connection and approaches therapy as a collaborative process, meeting clients where they are, with compassion and curiosity.

Education

Ashley holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University.

Experience

Ashley integrates a client-centered foundation with evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs. Her approach draws from a range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).

Ashley has experience working with a diverse range of clients across the lifespan, including children, adults, and families.

She has focused therapeutic interventions on

• Children & Families

• Pregnancy & Postpartum Mental Health

• Women’s Issues

• Life Transitions

• Depression & Anxiety

• Trauma & PTSD

CaLLI mORGAN,TLPC-MHSP

Masters level Professional Counselor

email: cmorgan@wftherapy.net

You possess the expertise of yourself. I aim to help you uncover your strengths and solve problems by exchanging knowledge and skills. You will always be greeted with positivity, acceptance, and love in our shared space.

Education

Calli received her Master’s in Counseling and Human Development from Lindsey Wilson College.

Experience

With over 2.5 years of experience in mental health, Calli has worked with individuals of all ages and diverse concerns. She is particularly passionate about supporting adolescents, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and neurodivergent populations.

She has focused therapeutic interventions on

• depression

• anxiety

• PTSD

• psychosis

• mood disorders

• neurodivergence

• Brainspotting

Gwena’e Smith

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

EMAIL: GSmith@WFTHERAPY.NET

Gwena'e believes that family therapy is crucial for fostering a healthy and well-balanced family system. Her lifelong passion is to empower individuals to manage their thoughts and emotions, allowing them to present themselves to the world in the most positive way possible.

 Education

Gwena’e received her Master’s degree from Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis in Social Work

Experience

Gwena’e has 8+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families struggling to manage their mental health needs. She uses a variety of treatment modalities, including Family Therapy, Attachment Centered Play Therapy, TF-CBT, and CBT.

Gwena’e has a special interest in

• child and adolescents

• couples and families

• young adults

• trauma

• anxiety

• caregiver and child attachment building 

• Brainspotting

Jamie Lyon

mental health clinician, intern

Email: jlyon@wftherapy.net

Jamie believes that every person has the inner strength to face life’s challenges and move toward meaningful change. With several years of experience working in a childcare setting, she witnessed firsthand how often mental health struggles can go unrecognized—not only in children, but in the adults who care for them. These experiences inspired her to pursue a career in mental health, with a focus on creating a supportive space for individuals who may feel overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure of where to turn. 

Jamie’s therapeutic style is compassionate, collaborative, and goal-focused. She works alongside each client to build a strong, trusting relationship and to support them in setting and working toward their own personal goals. Jamie is committed to helping clients build on their strengths as they navigate life’s challenges and transitions.

Education

Jamie graduated from Amridge University in 2020 with a degree in Human Resource Leadership. She is currently a Masters in Professional Counseling student at Amridge University.

Experience

She has focused therapeutic interventions on

• Children 

• Adolescents 

• Sand Tray Therapy

• College Students 

• Motherhood

• Women’s Issues

• Life Transitions 

TaNeisha “Neisha” Stephens

Masters level professional counselor

Email: nstephens@wftherapy.net

Neisha is a U.S. Air Force veteran and mental health advocate dedicated to reducing stigma and promoting awareness. With a commitment to creating a safe and non-judgmental environment, Neisha works to provide individuals with the tools and resources necessary to manage mental health independently.

Neisha utilizes an eclectic, client-centered approach, drawing from various therapeutic theories, including evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Education

Neisha received a Master of Arts in Mental Health Clinical Counseling from Trevecca Nazarene University.

Experience

Neisha specializes in suicide risk assessment, crisis counseling, Individual therapy, and group therapy for teens and young adults, college students, adults, single mothers, veterans, and their families.

She has focused therapeutic interventions on

• Veterans

• Black Women/Men

• Anxiety and Life Stresses

• Life Transitions

• Depression

• Single Motherhood

• Grief and Pregnancy Loss

• Interpersonal relationships and communication

Hannah Hightshue, BS

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISSTANT

EMAIL: ADMIN@WFTHERAPY.NET

Hannah is the administrative assistant at Wilkinson Family Therapy. She is from Chattanooga, Tennessee. She majored in Psychology and graduated in May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science. Hannah is now studying Professional Mental Health Counseling at Middle Tennessee State University. 

Alivia Wilkinson

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISSTANT

EMAIL: billing@WFTHERAPY.NET

Alivia is an administrative assistant at Wilkinson Family Therapy. She is a dedicated nursing student from Murfreesboro, Tennessee. She is passionate about community and cardiac health. With a commitment to a lifetime full of learning, she strives to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field while inspiring others through perseverance, empathy, and determination.