Stacy Park , LCSW

Stacy Park is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Knoxville, Tennessee, who has spent decades supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s transitions. She sees her role as a partner in change, recognizing that deciding to seek help can feel unsettling and courageous, and she works to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where people can share their stories.

With more than 30 years of clinical experience, Stacy’s background ranges from high-intensity hospital crisis stabilization to longer-term recovery work in community mental health settings and a variety of programs in between. That breadth of experience informs a flexible approach - meeting people where they are and tailoring treatment to each person’s unique needs.

Stacy is comfortable addressing a wide array of concerns, including substance use, grief and loss, mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, anger management, and relationship difficulties. She brings positivity, transparency, and at times a sense of humor to the therapeutic relationship, and she believes many of the answers clients seek come from within their own experience rather than from the therapist.

Her work draws on motivational, strength-based, and cognitive-behavioral perspectives, and she aims to collaborate with clients to develop practical coping strategies and meaningful goals. Stacy typically checks messages daily Monday through Friday and responds as promptly as possible while attending to scheduled sessions. She encourages anyone with urgent needs to seek resources suited to manage crisis situations, and she values the courage it takes to begin therapy and the opportunity to support and empower those who start the process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions

Stacy Park draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to guide her online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person’s perspective and building a trusting, respectful relationship so clients can explore their goals and values. CBT looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and unhelpful patterns. DBT combines acceptance and change strategies, offering tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense emotions or relationship challenges.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Stacy collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time as progress is made and priorities shift, emphasizing a shared decision-making style between therapist and client.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexible ways to engage in care. Sessions can occur by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins or ongoing support can be provided via live chat or text-based messaging. These options help people access therapy from home, work, or wherever they are, making it easier to maintain continuity of care around busy schedules and life demands.