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Cindy Cothran, LPCC, LPC

Attachment-focused therapist for stress and trauma
  • Attachment-based care
  • Evidence-informed methods
  • Warm professional support

About Cindy Cothran

Cindy Cothran offers a compassionate, down-to-earth approach to therapy that aims to make beginning treatment less daunting. She views therapy as a place of emotional refuge and prioritizes each person's best interest, using understanding and gentle humor to build connection while addressing the issues that brought someone to seek help. Whether someone is facing anxiety, depression, loss, major life changes, trauma, or other challenges, she seeks to provide steady support and practical guidance.

Cindy brings 18 years of clinical experience to her work. She holds LPCC and LPC credentials - LPCC stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - and she emphasizes evidence-informed methods delivered in a sincere, wholehearted manner. Her practice is rooted in an attachment-based perspective, and she draws from a mix of approaches including mindfulness, solution-focused strategies, cognitive behavioral techniques, Hakomi, somatic work, and EMDR to tailor care to each person’s goals. She believes in the inherent worth of individuals and in offering respect, empathy, and clear collaboration as people take steps toward the life they want to live.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesGuilt and shameMood disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Cindy Cothran have?

Cindy Cothran has 18 years of experience in clinical practice.

Is Cindy Cothran a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds LPCC and LPC credentials. License details are CA LPCC 13358 and TN LPC 2767.

In which languages does Cindy Cothran provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Cindy Cothran located?

She is located in Tennessee.

How can I work with Cindy Cothran as my therapist?

Work with Cindy Cothran is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cindy Cothran work with international clients?

Cindy Cothran does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cindy Cothran cost?

Session costs can vary based on location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that may be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Interested individuals should click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire designed to help match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can produce meaningful change. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions, research and clinical experience indicate that remote therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person care for many individuals.

One of the clearest advantages is flexibility - people can meet with a therapist in the format that suits them best, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it simpler to fit regular sessions into a busy life and maintain continuity of care.

Licensed professionals provide the therapy, and individuals may change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For those weighing options, online therapy can offer practical access to trained therapists while supporting the same kinds of therapeutic work typically done in face-to-face settings.

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