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Raylissa Batten, LCSW

  • Experience18 years
  • LocationTennessee
  • Focus areasStress and Anxiety, Relationship, and Parenting
  • Therapy approachesInternal Family Systems and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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About Raylissa

Raylissa Batten is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Tennessee with 18 years of experience in the mental health field.

Background and approach

She centers her work on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, and self-esteem concerns, drawing on a strengths-oriented view that recognizes each person as the expert in their own life. Her approach emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, encouraging clients to build on existing capabilities while learning new ways to cope and relate.

Raylissa blends evidence-informed methods to address areas such as attachment and abandonment worries, communication and commitment issues, blended family dynamics, codependency, body image, caregiving stress, and problems rooted in family of origin. She frames change as a courageous process and positions herself as a steady, supportive partner for those taking the first steps toward greater wellbeing.

Sessions focus on practical strategies as well as deeper exploration of internal patterns, with the goal of increasing clarity, resilience, and capacity for meaningful connection. Raylissa offers a compassionate, nonjudgmental presence to help clients navigate transitions and build more satisfying relationships with themselves and others.

Integrating therapeutic approaches for online care

Raylissa uses Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help clients notice and relate to different parts of themselves, fostering internal cooperation and healing for issues like self-criticism, attachment wounds, and patterns that cause distress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is used to build psychological flexibility by clarifying personal values and developing practical strategies to act in ways that matter, which can be especially helpful for anxiety, depression, and motivation struggles.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Raylissa works with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques over time rather than relying on a single template. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in shaping their care and choosing strategies that resonate.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain consistent work during life transitions, manage busy routines, and access support from home or elsewhere in Tennessee. The combination of tailored clinical approaches and multiple session formats supports practical, accessible care focused on real-life change.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Raylissa works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting issues, and self-esteem challenges. Additional focus areas include attachment and abandonment issues, codependency, blended family problems, and caregiver stress.
How would you describe the therapy style and approach?
The practice emphasizes collaboration and a strengths-based stance, using evidence-informed therapies to tailor work to each client. Techniques draw from multiple modalities to balance skills-building with deeper exploration of internal patterns.
What is Raylissa's background and experience?
She is a licensed clinical social worker with 18 years in the mental health field, including over a decade providing counseling to clients with a range of concerns.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
The therapist holds an LCSW and practices in Tennessee; the license is recorded as TN LCSW 5025.
Which languages are available for sessions and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered for online work?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How are costs structured for therapy with this clinician?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

18+ years

Licensed

Tennessee

Languages

English