Dentaisha Meadows
New to Grow
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults, especially those navigating trauma, stress, or emotional challenges. With specialized training in child and adolescent concerns and trauma-related issues, I tailor my approach to meet each person where they are. My counseling style is flexible and down-to-earth. I’m easygoing and approachable, while also being direct and supportive when needed. Clients often describe me as caring, compassionate, and easy to talk to—with a sense of humor that helps make the process feel a little more comfortable. I focus on helping you identify your strengths and use them to work through whatever you’re facing. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what to do next, I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can be open and honest. Together, we’ll sort through what’s been difficult and find practical ways to help you move forward.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
The first session is all about getting to know you and understanding what brings you to therapy. We’ll talk about what’s been going on, what you’d like help with, and any goals you may have. I may ask questions about your background—such as your mood, stress levels, relationships, and any past experiences that feel important. This helps me get a clearer picture of your situation so we can decide how to move forward. We’ll also go over things like confidentiality, what you can expect from therapy, and answer any questions you have. You don’t need to prepare anything or have everything figured out. The first session is a relaxed, judgment-free space where you can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable. My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and understood while we begin building a plan that works for you.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
What stands out about my approach is the balance between being supportive and genuinely real with you. I create a space that feels safe, relaxed, and nonjudgmental—while also helping you stay focused on making meaningful progress. I take a strengths-based approach, which means I don’t just focus on what’s wrong—I help you recognize what’s already working and build on it. My style is flexible and tailored to you, whether you need someone to listen, guide, or gently challenge you. With a background in working with children, adolescents, and young adults—especially around trauma and emotional challenges—I understand how overwhelming things can feel and how important it is to move at the right pace. I also tend to bring warmth and a bit of humor into sessions when appropriate, which can make it easier to open up and feel comfortable. Overall, my focus is on helping you feel understood while also giving you practical tools and strategies you can actually use in your daily life.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I’m best positioned to work with individuals who are feeling stuck and want practical tools to create change. This often includes people dealing with anxiety, stress, low mood, or patterns like overthinking, avoidance, or self-doubt. I work well with clients who are open to a structured, goal-oriented approach like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and are willing to actively participate in the process. That might mean reflecting on thoughts, trying new behaviors, and practicing skills between sessions. Many of the people I support are looking to: Better manage anxiety or stress Improve mood and motivation Build healthier coping strategies Break unhelpful patterns Feel more confident and in control of their lives You don’t have to have everything figured out—but it helps to be open to learning new ways of thinking and doing things, even if it feels uncomfortable at first.
Specialties
Top specialtiesAnxiety
Child or Adolescent
Trauma and PTSD
Coping Skills
Depression
Foster Care/Adoption
I identify as
Black / African American
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
Tennessee
Accepts
Arlo
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-focused approach that helps you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. Sometimes, unhelpful thinking patterns can keep you stuck. CBT teaches you how to recognize and change those patterns. In sessions, we’ll work together to: Identify thoughts that may be affecting your mood Develop more balanced, helpful ways of thinking Build skills to cope with challenges Take small, meaningful steps toward your goals CBT is active and collaborative, and you may practice new skills between sessions to help you apply what you’ve learned in real life. It’s commonly used to support concerns like anxiety, stress, and low mood, and focuses on helping you feel better and function more effectively in your day-to-day life.