Therapy that goes deeper.
For adults who look like they’re holding it together, but underneath feel anxious, stuck in old patterns, or ready to stop living by expectations that no longer fit.
Therapy in Nashville for eating disorders, body image, anxiety, grief, relationships & LGBTQ+ concerns.
When “I’m fine” isn’t the full story.
You’re doing everything you’re “supposed” to do — showing up, keeping it together, and taking care of everyone else. But privately, you’re feeling anxious, disconnected from your body, unsure in your relationships, or exhausted by parts of yourself you’ve had to hide, manage, or explain. Therapy at True North gives you space to be more honest about what’s really going on, understand the patterns keeping you stuck, and begin moving toward a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are.
You don’t have to keep living like this.
If you've ever found yourself...
...thinking about food, exercise, or your body far more than you want to admit.
...hiding parts of who you are, questioning your identity, or wondering what life would look like if you stopped trying to fit someone else's expectations.
...lying awake replaying conversations, overthinking decisions, or feeling exhausted from trying to keep everything together.
...struggling to set boundaries, ask for what you need, or break the same painful patterns in your relationships.
Then you're in the right place.
You don’t have to have the perfect words for what’s wrong. Many of our clients come to therapy knowing something needs to change — even if they’re still figuring out what, exactly, that is.
What we help with
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Eating Disorders & Body Image
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LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy
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Anxiety, Depression & Life Transitions
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Relationships & Identity
Meet our Therapists
The right fit matters. Our therapists bring different styles, specialties, and personalities — and we’ll help you connect with someone who feels steady, skilled, and right for what you’re carrying.
Chelsea Exton, LPC-MHSP
Owner & Therapist
Thoughtful, affirming therapy for high-achieving adults navigating anxiety, perfectionism, eating disorders, relationships, identity exploration, and LGBTQ+ experiences.
Sam Carter-Orbke, LPC-MHSP
Therapist
Steady, grounding therapy for adults seeking deeper work around eating disorders, grief, LGBTQ+ identity, life transitions, relationships, and long-standing emotional patterns.
Emily Maguire, LCSW
Therapist
Warm, approachable therapy for women navigating anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body image concerns, self-worth, and the transitions that come with early adulthood.
A comfortable space to do meaningful work.
Our East Nashville office is calm, private, and welcoming — a place where you can talk honestly, feel less alone, and do the deeper work of change. We also offer telehealth throughout Tennessee.
In-person therapy in East Nashville, plus telehealth across Tennessee.
Visit us in East Nashville or meet with your therapist online from anywhere in Tennessee. Our office is convenient to Cleveland Park, Inglewood, Lockeland Springs, Riverside Village, Madison, Hendersonville, and nearby Nashville neighborhoods.
Not sure which therapist is right for you?
That’s completely normal. You don’t have to figure it out alone. During your free consultation, we’ll ask a few questions about what you’re looking for and help connect you with the therapist who is the best fit for you.
Ready to feel better?
Working together is as easy as 1, 2, 3.
Schedule your free 15-minute consultation.
Be paired with your perfect therapist.
Find the peace you’re looking for.