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Dr. Bradley (Brad) Bull, LMFT
Tennessee
LMFT in Tennessee - Relationships and Family
See online therapy options- CBT techniques
- EMDR for trauma
- Gottman-informed work
About Bradley
Dr. Bradley (Brad) Bull is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Tennessee with 20 years of experience. He helps people with relationship and family concerns, intimacy issues, parenting challenges, depression, anxiety, stress, and ADHD. He also works with issues around trauma, self-esteem, and life changes.
Brad emphasizes practical work that connects daily habits, family patterns, and personal goals. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and routines. Client-centered methods guide how he listens and prioritizes the person in front of him. He also draws on EMDR when trauma memories are central and the Gottman Method for relationship-focused work.
His background mixes formal study and hands-on experience. He completed a PhD in child and family studies with an emphasis in counseling at the University of Tennessee. Earlier training came through family therapy work at Good Shepherd Counseling Center and clinical roles at a university counseling center and a psychiatric clinic.
Brad describes systemic work as looking at how family, work, and society shape how people cope. Much of his work is with individuals, even though the training is in family therapy. He often helps people untangle communication problems, family of origin issues, divorce and separation, and midlife concerns.
Outside of practice he keeps a hands-on lifestyle. He grew up around farming and manual work, captained his high school soccer team, and now spends free time biking, hiking, refinishing furniture, and playing Scrabble. This practical life experience informs a down-to-earth approach in sessions.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Bull commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. CBT sessions focus on specific problems, practical steps, and homework that can be done between meetings. Client-centered work emphasizes listening and reflection so the client’s priorities shape each session. EMDR is used when trauma memories are a central concern and involves guided eye movement or similar bilateral stimulation to process distressing memories.Finding the best approach is part of the work. He will discuss options and pick methods that match a person's goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change as therapy progresses.
Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people use quieter surroundings, choose whether to be on camera, and keep therapy aligned with ordinary routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Tennessee, Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with relationship and family concerns, intimacy and parenting challenges, depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, trauma, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
How does he approach therapy?
He uses a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered listening, and may use EMDR or Gottman ideas when they fit the issue at hand.
What is his professional background?
He has 20 years of experience and completed a PhD in child and family studies with an emphasis in counseling at the University of Tennessee.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LMFT licensed in Tennessee and Virginia and practices in Tennessee.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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