Dr. James Arnett, TN Psychologist 3780

Dr. James Arnett is a psychologist licensed in Tennessee (TN Psychologist 3780) with 7 years of clinical experience. He has worked extensively with depression, anxiety, trauma, and the effects of growing up in unsafe environments, along with family conflict and related concerns. Much of his practice has centered on young adults, reflecting years of work on college campuses, and he has also provided therapy in substance abuse treatment facilities and domestic violence centers. Having lived and worked abroad, he brings an understanding of acculturation concerns and the experience of culture shock.

He practices from a collaborative stance, aiming to create an atmosphere of trust and acceptance where people can speak openly about their experiences. He seeks to understand each person’s unique circumstances - how they arrived where they are and where they want to go - and he uses a client-directed approach that likens therapy to the client driving while he sits in the passenger seat to help navigate toward healthier coping and clearer goals. He respects each person’s decision to open up and, when a different path would better serve a client, he assists in identifying other options or directions.