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Best Clinical Social Workers in Knoxville, TN (2026)

34 clinical social workers ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Knoxville: Olsen Nancy J, RP Score 67/100; 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

  2. 33

    Most-reviewed: River Valley Health, 172 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 34 ranked; ranked #33.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

34 Knoxville clinical social workers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 2 open Saturdays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 34 rated practices.

Top 10 clinical social workers in Knoxville at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 clinical social workers in Knoxville at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Olsen Nancy J674.0★ (3)Maryville, 15 mi away—Overall
2Patty Warner, LCSW634.2★ (6)KnoxvilleSat—
3Regina Roberts, LCSW Psychotherapist633.3★ (3)KnoxvilleSat · Evenings—
4Ebenezer Counseling Services634.6★ (48)Knoxville——
5Sarah R Hamblen, LCSW615.0★ (5)Knoxville——
6Amy Hylton, LCSW Family and Individual Therapy573.0★ (4)Oak Ridge, 18 mi away——
7Andrew Russell, Counselor575.0★ (11)Knoxville——
8Diana Biciusca, Counselor565.0★ (9)Knoxville——
9Hannah Scherer, Counselor565.0★ (8)Knoxville——
10Megan Hemmann, Counselor564.6★ (9)Knoxville——

The 34 best clinical social workers in Knoxville, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in Knoxville

    #1 Olsen Nancy J

    Based in Maryville, 15 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    119 Indiana Ave, Maryville, TN 37803
    View profile for Olsen Nancy J(865) 983-7631

  2. #2 Patty Warner, LCSW

    Based in Knoxville

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    4610 Central Ave Pike, Knoxville, TN 37912
    View profile for Patty Warner, LCSW(865) 247-6385

  5. #5 Sarah R Hamblen, LCSW

    Based in Knoxville

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10415 Jackson Oaks Way #101, Knoxville, TN 37922
    View profile for Sarah R Hamblen, LCSW(865) 671-1274

  7. #7 Andrew Russell, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1415 Old Weisgarber Rd Ste 360, Knoxville, TN 37909
    View profile for Andrew Russell, Counselor(865) 345-4557

  8. #8 Diana Biciusca, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11840 Kingston Pike Suite B, Knoxville, TN 37934
    View profile for Diana Biciusca, Counselor(865) 378-5885

  9. #9 Hannah Scherer, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10434 Jackson Oaks Way #0, Knoxville, TN 37922
    View profile for Hannah Scherer, Counselor(865) 281-1408

  10. #10 Megan Hemmann, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10434 Jackson Oaks Way, Knoxville, TN 37922
    View profile for Megan Hemmann, Counselor(865) 281-1408

  11. #11 Benjamin Henckel, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10142 Parkside Dr 1st Floor, Knoxville, TN 37922
    View profile for Benjamin Henckel, Counselor(865) 390-2815

  12. #12 Katie Singer, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10142 Parkside Dr 1st Floor, Knoxville, TN 37922
    View profile for Katie Singer, Counselor(865) 390-2815

  13. #13 Rachel Lamm, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1415 Old Weisgarber Rd Ste 360, Knoxville, TN 37909
    View profile for Rachel Lamm, Counselor(865) 378-5885

  15. #15 Tracina Cross, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11840 Kingston Pike Suite B, Knoxville, TN 37934
    View profile for Tracina Cross, Counselor(865) 378-5885

  17. #17 Edna Clark, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1415 Old Weisgarber Rd Ste 360, Knoxville, TN 37909
    View profile for Edna Clark, Counselor(865) 345-4557

  18. #18 Emily Heird, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10142 Parkside Dr 1st Floor, Knoxville, TN 37922
    View profile for Emily Heird, Counselor(865) 588-3173

  19. #19 Alexis Murty, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1415 Old Weisgarber Rd Ste 360, Knoxville, TN 37909
    View profile for Alexis Murty, Counselor(865) 345-4557

  20. #20 Sharon Britt, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10142 Parkside Dr 1st Floor, Knoxville, TN 37922
    View profile for Sharon Britt, Counselor(865) 390-2815

  22. #22 Jamie Harvey, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11840 Kingston Pike Suite B, Knoxville, TN 37934
    View profile for Jamie Harvey, Counselor(865) 378-5885

  24. #24 Hannah Taylor, Counselor

    Based in Knoxville

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, based in Knoxville.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10142 Parkside Dr 1st Floor, Knoxville, TN 37922
    View profile for Hannah Taylor, Counselor(865) 588-3173

All 34 clinical social workers

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #34, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

clinical social workers in Knoxville, ranks 26 to 34
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Samantha Pesterfield, Counselor555.0★ (3)In Knoxville
27Taylor Stutts, Counselor554.0★ (4)In Knoxville
28Pamela Crumbaugh, Counselor553.0★ (5)In Knoxville
29Elizabeth Nelson511.0★ (4)15 mi
30Set Sail Therapy - Heather Srncik, LCSW505.0★ (10)28 mi
31Compassion Counseling504.2★ (15)15 mi
32Kimberly S. Harris, LCSW455.0★ (3)39 mi
33River Valley Health434.3★ (172)39 mi
34River Valley Health423.6★ (65)33 mi

Also serving Knoxville

20 more clinical social workers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked clinical social workers serving Knoxville
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Allison Bradley, Counselor5.0★ (2)In Knoxville
Behavioral Medicine Institute, P.C.1.0★ (1)In Knoxville
bobby mcnamara lcsw – uncover your true self5.0★ (2)In Knoxville
Bridget Kane, Counselor5.0★ (1)In Knoxville
Chelsea Haskins, Counselor5.0★ (1)In Knoxville
Christina Shelley, Counselor5.0★ (2)In Knoxville
Ensemble Recovery3.0★ (2)In Knoxville
Haley DeFalco, Counselor5.0★ (1)In Knoxville
Jessica Lyszczasz, Counselor5.0★ (1)In Knoxville
Kevin R. Orpurt, LCSWIn Knoxville
Layton Wade, Counselor5.0★ (1)In Knoxville
Lynn M. Smith, LCSW3.0★ (2)In Knoxville
Missy Cohen, LCSWIn Knoxville
P J Alexander,LCSW,CT,BCDIn Knoxville
Sarah MossIn Knoxville
Sarah P. Weddington, LCSW5.0★ (1)In Knoxville
Tabitha Miles, LCSW, CYT5.0★ (2)In Knoxville
Tara Beason, Counselor5.0★ (2)In Knoxville
Thomas M. Gilbertson, LCSW1.0★ (1)In Knoxville
Vanessa Van Slambrook, Counselor3.0★ (2)In Knoxville

How we ranked Knoxville clinical social workers

We scored 34 Knoxville clinical social workers on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Knoxville data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a clinical social worker

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure clinical social work is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check the license with the state social work board or provincial college that issued it.
  4. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a clinical social worker

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is clinical social work?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Clinical social workers in Knoxville: frequently asked questions

Who is the best clinical social worker in Knoxville?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked clinical social worker in Knoxville, TN is Olsen Nancy J with an RP Score of 67/100. It has 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews. Patty Warner, LCSW (#2) and Regina Roberts, LCSW Psychotherapist (#3) follow. We ranked 34 clinical social workers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many clinical social workers are there in Knoxville?

RankedPsychologists ranks 34 clinical social workers serving Knoxville, TN. 26 of them are based in Knoxville; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which clinical social workers in Knoxville work on weekends?

2 of 34 ranked clinical social workers post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Patty Warner, LCSW (#2) and Regina Roberts, LCSW Psychotherapist (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Knoxville clinical social workers have?

The median Google rating among 34 rated clinical social workers in Knoxville is 4.9★, with a median of 6 reviews. River Valley Health has the most, 172 reviews, and ranks #33. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank clinical social workers?

Each clinical social worker gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do clinical social workers outside Knoxville count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Knoxville city center, our service radius for clinical social workers. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can clinical social workers pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are clinical social workers in Knoxville ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on clinical social work and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Can a social worker provide therapy?

Yes, when licensed for it. In the US a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW, or LICSW in some states) holds a master’s degree in social work, has completed supervised clinical practice and passed a licensing exam. In Canada, registered social workers are regulated by provincial colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns as counselors and psychologists.

Can I see a clinical social worker online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Knoxville

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 34 clinical social workers serving Knoxville.

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