Mindy Lane, LCSW

Mindy Lane is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Tennessee. She brings eight years of experience supporting people who feel overwhelmed by stress or anxiety. She focuses on practical, real-world steps and listens for each person's strengths and priorities.

She believes clients are the experts in their own lives. Sessions begin by asking what matters most and what small changes might help. Mindy uses clear, goal-focused conversations to build confidence and reduce day-to-day worry.

Her background includes work with trauma and abuse, mood concerns like depression and bipolar, and problems linked to addiction and ADHD. She also helps people who face life transitions, grief, or struggles with self-esteem and identity. That range means she can draw on several methods to meet different needs.

In session she often blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral tools and skills from dialectical behavior therapy. For people processing trauma, she may use EMDR techniques alongside thoughtful pacing. Her style is direct but warm, aiming to make progress feel manageable rather than overwhelming.

People who reach out can expect a collaborative process. Mindy helps set clear goals, practices new coping skills in session, and checks in about what is or isn’t working. She encourages steady steps forward and adapts the approach as needs change.

Approaches that translate well to online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on the person and their goals. The therapist listens carefully and helps people make choices that fit their lives. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises to reduce anxiety and manage mood. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) offers skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better communication.

Finding the right approach is a joint effort. Mindy will talk with each person about goals and preferences. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats before booking so you know which options are available. Many people find remote work easier to fit into a busy day, to keep appointments consistent, or to have shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can use talk-based and skills-focused methods online, helping people practice tools between sessions and track what changes over time.