Ivy Hageman, LMSW

Hello. Welcome!

Hi, I'm Ivy. I'm glad you're here. If we work together, expect a therapist who is curious, supportive, and willing to sit with the complicated parts of being human. I look at the whole picture of your life, your experiences, relationships, environment, and strengths, to support changes that are both meaningful and sustainable. 

I want therapy to be a place where you feel understood, accepted, and supported as you build greater self-understanding, self-compassion, and confidence. 

I specialize in:

Neurodivergence across the lifespan (identified, late-identified, or questioning)

Body image, disordered eating, and body trust

Chronic and invisible illness

Self-criticism, shame, and perfectionism

Identity development and life transitions

Attachment wounds and relational patterns

Trauma-informed care for difficult life experiences

Emotion regulation and executive functioning

FAQ:

Do you work with teens?

I enjoy working with preteens and teens who are thoughtful, curious, creative, or simply trying to make sense of themselves during a constantly changing stage of life. Some are navigating anxiety, ADHD, depression, friendships, body image, or identity. Others are feeling overwhelmed without knowing exactly why. My goal is to create a space where teens feel comfortable enough to be honest, ask questions, and explore who they are at their own pace. 

Do you work with adults?

Yes. The adults I work with are in their late teens and beyond and navigating various life changes including college, relationships, and career. Many also seek support for chronic illness, neurodivergence, disordered eating, and other issues that disconnect them from themselves and others.

What happens in the first session?

Our first session is a chance to get to know each other, talk about what's bringing you to therapy, and discuss what you're hoping will be different. There's no expectation that you'll have everything figured out before you begin.

My Approach to Therapy

My approach is neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, Health at Every Size (HAES)-aligned, and grounded in anti-oppressive care. I integrate Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), attachment-based perspectives and somatic-based strategies that inform and guide my holistic approach to well-being. 

Together, we’ll explore what meaningful change looks like for you and build practical skills to better understand yourself, regulate emotions, connect with your body, and respond to life’s challenges with greater flexibility and choice.

Education and Background

I earned my Master's in Social Work from East Tennessee State University and my Bachelor's in Child Development from Peace College. I'm also a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) and a Certified Holistic Health Coach through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition (INN). 

Before private practice, I worked with children, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities in nonprofit settings and therapeutic group homes. Those experiences shaped the way I practice today: with curiosity, consistency, and a deep respect for the many ways people experience and move through the world. My clinical work has included individual and family therapy with teens and adults in outpatient mental health settings.

In network with the following Insurance plans:

• Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield 
• Aetna
• Cigna