Restoring Hope. Together.
Counseling Services in NashvilleCounseling for individuals, couples, families, and young people. Our licensed social workers offer support in times of need.
When navigating change, don’t go it alone. Let’s talk.
Life can be challenging, relationships can be hard, and you may need the extra support that comes with working with a therapist. We offer counseling for individuals, couples, and families, as well as for children and adolescents. Our licensed social workers are here to offer you the support you need.
Choosing counseling is a way to fill your tool kit and makes you better equipped to handle challenges in the future. We offer healthy, positive coping skills you can carry with you throughout life, giving you the tools you need to overcome obstacles when they arise. You and your therapist will work together to determine your goals and achieve them, and all discussions will be held in the utmost confidentiality. If we find we are unable to offer you the best help possible, we will be happy to refer you to other organizations that can.
Our Areas of Expertise
Depression
Anxiety
Relationships
Job loss
Anger
Grief and loss
Divorce
Family stress
Gender identity
Depression
Job loss
Relationships
Divorce
Anxiety
Anger
Grief and loss
Family stress
Gender identity
Who We Serve
Types of Counseling
Individuals
Learn tools to tackle life’s tough issues while finding clarity and strength moving forward in life.
Couples
Being in a relationship can be stressful, but counseling can improve and strengthen it.
Families
Work through problems and heal wounds that prevent families from moving forward.
Children & Teens
Learn skills to handle life’s obstacles through the challenge of childhood and young adulthood.
How We Serve
Counseling Services in Nashville
Our licensed therapists operate with the utmost emphasis on confidentiality and professionalism. We offer our services to all, regardless of religious affiliation, race, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We can help you address life challenges with support and positive coping skills.
Are therapy services available to everyone?
Yes! While some of our other programs are available to only those of the Jewish faith, our Nashville counseling services are available to the entire community.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes! Our therapists are professional, experienced licensed clinical social workers. JFS is an in-network provider for several major insurance companies as well as EAP providers (you may wish to check with your insurance company prior to your visit). We also accept Medicare. Clients without insurance may qualify for service on a sliding scale based on income and family size. Please contact us for additional information.
How do I get started?
You can send a request here, or call us at (615) 356-4234. If you are a parent or guardian, you can call on behalf of your loved one.
How will you keep my information private?
All communications with JFS are confidential and all employees must sign confidentiality agreements. Written records are kept in locked files. Although our offices are located within the Gordon Jewish Community Center, the entrance to our offices are in the back of the building with a private entrance and fully confidential.
Do you accept walk-ins?
our team
JFS Therapists
Clinical Director
Toni Jacobsen, LCSW
Toni received her Masters in Social Work from the University of Tennessee and has nearly 30 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She utilizes a versatile approach to therapy and is passionate about working together with individuals and families to address issues that are interfering with their daily their lives.
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Toni is a licensed clinical social worker and is the Clinical Director at JFS. She began her career in the mental health field in 1989 facilitating abuse prevention groups for children. She has worked with abused/neglected teenagers in a group home through the YWCA, as a Child and Family Therapist for The Guidance Center and as a Clinical Director at Camelot Cares before coming to JFS. Toni volunteered to serve on the Williamson County Child Fatality Review Team and to be a board member for First Steps. She joined Jewish Family Service in 2000 and provides a range of services to the Jewish and general community including counseling, family life education programs, financial assistance, adoption, support groups, as well managing the kosher food box, school supply and Hanukkah gift programs.
Toni has over 28 years of field experience with a wide range of populations and utilizes an eclectic approach including cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy with children, supportive and short-term problem focused therapy. Toni has expertise addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting issues, behavioral problems, dysfunctional families, marital discord, and divorce.
One of her passions is working together with individuals and families to address an issue that might be causing dysfunction in their lives. Sometimes we can control what is happening around us and can make positive changes while other times all we can do is survive the storm. Toni works with her clients to increase their ability to cope through teaching positive coping skills.
Toni enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, volunteer work and creating new things.
(615) 354-1672
Social Worker
Ashley Franklin, LMSW
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Ashley is an empathetic and compassionate social worker who takes a strengths- based approach to helping her clients. She connects and builds trust quickly with clients through her down to earth and authentic style.
She is intentional in her work with children, adolescents, adults and families. She implements Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, as well as a Family Systems approach to help clients focus on their goals and overcome barriers in life.
Ashley enjoys working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life adjustments, addiction, and marriage and family issues.
(615) 354-1662
Confidentiality Promise
The trust between our clients and JFS is the basis for our success. All transactions and discussions are protected by the highest professional ethical standards of client/counselor confidentiality.
Patient Forms
Adult Counseling Registration Form
For all new patients. Please print out and bring with you to your appointment.
Youth Counseling Registration Form
For all new patients. Please print out and bring with you to your appointment.
Insurance Information Form
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HIPPA Compliance Form
For all new patients. Please print out and bring with you to your appointment.