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Knoxville TN US Health and Wellness SessionInitial consultLife Coaching SessionMental Health SessionNeuro Life Coaching
Tiffany Ogle

Tiffany Ogle

1 miles

Mental Health & Substance Abuse Counselor Life Coach/Recovery & Wellness Coach Business Consultant
Offers virtual services

English

Welcome Everyone! I am excited to work with each and every one of you. My services include Life Coaching, Group Coaching (Business and Personal), Recovery Coaching, and Health and Wellness Coaching, Brain Mapping, and Neuro Coaching (Rewiring the Brain). Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counsel…

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"What's holding you back?" Mini Session3-Month Intuitive Business Building3-Session Holistic Business and LiIfe Coaching Package
Antoinette Placides

Antoinette Placides

Holistic Coach for Femmes and Women of Color
Offers virtual services

English

Hi! I'm Antoinette! I'm a Holistic Coach for Women of Color. My mission is to help you unravel limiting beliefs to use them to empower you instead of hold you back from doing what you want to do and create a plan for your path to healing. I work with my clients on a 1:1 basis and hold our sessi…

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Initial Consult
Azleena Azhar

Azleena Azhar

Chaplain & Wellness Coach Spiritual Mentor Wellness Coach
Offers virtual services

English

I have a Graduate Certificate in Islamic Chaplaincy (GCIC) from Hartford Seminary. I did my Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE). My training includes mental health in Islam, grief counseling and spiritual support during trauma & illness.

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Benita  Whitaker Cleveland,  M.Ed.

Benita Whitaker Cleveland, M.Ed.

Life / Mental Health Coach Academic Coach
Offers virtual services

English

Meet Your Coach Hello, my name is Benita Whitaker Cleveland. I am a retired high school counselor and Career & Technology Education (CTE) teacher. I have over 20 years of experience working with teens and pre-teens at my local church and in public education. I am passionate about the work …


Fairfax VA Coaching
Christine Lively

Christine Lively

Teen and Young Adult Life Coach
Offers virtual services

English

I've worked with teens as a teacher in middle school, in high school, a high school librarian, and now as a life coach. The reason for my commitment to teens is simple - I really like them, and teens need fans. My passion for coaching comes from knowing that teens have too many people giving them a…

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Debra Andersen

Debra Andersen

Counselor Meditation Teacher Coach
Offers virtual services

English

As a meditation teacher, counselor, and coach, my mission is to empower individuals to cultivate inner peace, emotional well-being, and personal growth. With a holistic approach to mental health and self-discovery, I am dedicated to guiding clients on a transformative journey towards greater self-a…


Detroit MI US 1 hour consult12 Week 1:1 Coaching Program30 min consult6 Week 1:1 Coaching Program6 Week Group Coaching Program
Gladys Powe

Gladys Powe

Certified Life Coach Parenting Coach Bereavement Support Navigator Cancer Support Coach Workshop Facilitator and Trainer Professional Speaker
Offers virtual services

English

Hello and welcome! I’m Gladys Powe, also known as Coach Gee, a certified life, health, and wellness coach dedicated to helping you thrive through life’s many transitions. As the founder of Just for Girls, a mentoring organization, I am passionate about empowering women and young girls to embrace th…

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karine zbinden

karine zbinden

Certified Life and Career Coach
Offers virtual services

English, French

Hi, Hi, I'm Karine Zbinden, PhD. I am a Certified Life and Career Coach. I can help you: - find the clarity you need to define your goals - overcome self-doubt and build up your confidence - evaluate what skills you have and what skills you need to develop - make a step-by-s…

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Katie Boothby-Kung

Katie Boothby-Kung

Esthetician | Skin Therapist | Skin Health Coach | Natural Skincare Formulator
Offers virtual services

English

Hey beautiful! It’s so wonderful you’ve dropped by. Once upon a time, I was a boss babe like you on the run. I wasn’t taking care of myself and my skin was suffering. I wanted to look as confident as I felt but I tended to hide under makeup, self conscious. It wasn’t until I learned the secrets …

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Initial Consult
Kela Mason

Kela Mason

Offers virtual services

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New York City New York US How To Set Strong BoundariesMeet LeniseRediscover Your Passion + PurposeWednesday Affirmation Calls with Rev. LeniseHolistic Life Coach
Rev Lenise D Harris

Rev Lenise D Harris

Holistic Life Coach
Offers virtual services

English

Reverend Lenise Dazzel-Harris is a Spiritual Advisor, Certified Life Coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of WE CreateShop and yes, she's doing all of this as a mom of three. Her work is for the modern spiritual woman who is ready to stop circling the same patterns and start living on her own te…

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Shaazia Joosub

Shaazia Joosub

Counselor/Talk Therapist•Life, Wellness & Health Coach•Medical Herbalist
Offers virtual services

English

Greetings everyone!:) My name is Shaazia and I’m a registered International phase Counseling therapist, Wellness & Life coach and Medical Herbalist. I specialize in all areas of mental health and wellness, as well as Holistic well-being, and work with clients from all over the world. My clients are…

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Tauna Dillon
Tauna Dillon
Biblical Counseling
Growth isn’t one-size-fits-all. Our post-intake counseling is structured into modular, 4-week topical tracks. This allows us to take a highly focused, scriptural approach to specific areas of life without the pressure of a long-term, open-ended commitment. You choose the topic, and we map out the 4-week roadmap to get you there. After completing your initial 4-week Foundations Intake, you can choose your next step from my specialized, targeted tracks: • Workplace & Business (Called to Kingdom Work) • Biblical Marriage (One Flesh) • Wife Development (The Heart of Her Husband) • Women's Identity & Healing (Redeemed & Restored) • Deepening Biblical Literacy (Rooted in the Word) • Health & Fitness (Grace & Strength Physical Stewardship) • Ask about our Rooted and Refined topics that relate to your specific needs! To ensure you receive a comprehensive, truth-centered approach to healing, my practice is grounded in a unique multidisciplinary background from Liberty University. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with concentrations in Counseling, Business, and Healthcare, and am currently completing my advanced Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling (Expected 2027). I am certified in Practical Leadership Studies through CFCI International Bible College This extensive foundation allows me to expertly guide you across all areas of life—whether we are aligning your heart in our relationship tracks, addressing professional stewardship in our workplace tracks, or honoring the physical body in our health and fitness tracks. Please Note: This service is strictly faith-based biblical counseling and discipleship. I do not hold a state mental health license and do not provide clinical therapy, medical diagnoses, or insurance billing.
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Knoxville, TN

 

Knoxville is a city in and the county seat of Knox County, Tennessee, United States. As of the 2020 United States census, Knoxville's population was 190,740, making it the largest city in the East Tennessee Grand Division and the state's third-most-populous city after Nashville and Memphis. It is the principal city of the Knoxville metropolitan area, which had a population of 879,773 in 2020.

First settled in 1786, Knoxville was the first capital of Tennessee. The city struggled with geographic isolation throughout the early 19th century; the arrival of the railroad in 1855 led to an economic boom. The city was bitterly divided over the issue of secession during the American Civil War and was occupied alternately by Confederate and Union armies, culminating in the Battle of Fort Sanders in 1863. Following the war, Knoxville grew rapidly as a major wholesaling and manufacturing center. The city's economy stagnated after the 1920s as the manufacturing sector collapsed, the downtown area declined and city leaders became entrenched in highly partisan political fights. Hosting the 1982 World's Fair helped reinvigorate the city, and revitalization initiatives by city leaders and private developers have had major successes in spurring growth in the city, especially the downtown area.

Knoxville is the home of the flagship campus of the University of Tennessee, whose sports teams, the Tennessee Volunteers, are popular in the surrounding area. Knoxville is also home to the headquarters of the Tennessee Valley Authority, the Tennessee Supreme Court's courthouse for East Tennessee, and the corporate headquarters of several national and regional companies. As one of the largest cities in the Appalachian region, Knoxville has positioned itself in recent years as a repository of Appalachian culture and is one of the gateways to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 104.2 square miles (269.8 km2), of which 98.5 square miles (255.2 km2) is land and 5.6 square miles (14.6 km2), or 5.42%, is water. Elevations range from just over 800 feet (240 m) along the riverfront to just over 1,000 feet (300 m) on various hilltops in West Knoxville, with the downtown area setting at just over 900 feet (270 m). High points include Sharp's Ridge in North Knoxville at 1,391 feet (424 m) and Brown Mountain in South Knoxville at 1,260 feet (380 m).

Knoxville is situated in the Great Appalachian Valley (known locally as the Tennessee Valley), about halfway between the Great Smoky Mountains to the east and the Cumberland Plateau to the west. The Great Valley is part of a sub-range of the Appalachian Mountains known as the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians, which is characterized by long narrow ridges flanked by broad valleys. Prominent Ridge-and-Valley structures in the Knoxville area include Sharp's Ridge and Beaver Ridge in the northern part of the city, Brown Mountain in South Knoxville, parts of Bays Mountain just south of the city, and parts of McAnnally Ridge in the northeastern part of the city.

The Tennessee River, which passes through the downtown area, is formed in southeastern Knoxville at the confluence of the Holston River, which flows southwest from Virginia, and the French Broad River, which flows west from North Carolina. The section of the Tennessee River that passes through Knoxville is part of Fort Loudoun Lake, an artificial reservoir created by TVA's Fort Loudoun Dam about 30 miles (48 km) downstream in Lenoir City. Notable tributaries of the Tennessee in Knoxville include First Creek and Second Creek, which flow through the downtown area, Third Creek, which flows west of U.T., and Sinking Creek, Ten Mile Creek, and Turkey Creek, which drain West Knoxville.

Knoxville places a strong emphasis on health and wellness to its residents. The University of Tennessee Medical Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Great Smoky Mountains National Park further encourages outdoor exercise, connecting various neighborhoods with scenic trails. For a high-intensity workout, try HOTWORX, which offers a unique infrared sauna experience combined with exercise. Riverstone Resort & Spa is perfect for a day of pampering with a variety of spa treatments available. Don't miss out on the community wellness events at 425 FITNESS providing fitness programs tailored to all ages and abilities. Fort Sanders Health & Fitness Center and Club4Fitness offer comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes.

Top sites in Knoxville, TN are Knoxville Museum of Art, Ijams Nature Center, and Zoo Knoxville.

Population: 198,722 (2024). ZIP codes: 37901-37902, 37909, 37912, 37914-37920-37924, 37927-37934, 37938-37940, 37950, 37995-37998. Area code: 865. Elevation: 886 ft (270 m). Area: 104.2 square miles (269.8 km2).

 

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Is Knoxville, TN a good place to live?

Knoxville is a city in Tennessee with a population of 191,857. Knoxville is in Knox County and is one of the best places to live in Tennessee. Living in Knoxville offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Knoxville there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many young professionals live in Knoxville and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Knoxville are above average.

 

What is Knoxville, TN famous for?

Want to paddle in a former Tennessee Marble quarry? You’ll have to come to Knoxville to do it. Knoxville has been known as the Marble City. Rock quarried from this area has been used in buildings in Knoxville like the Knoxville Museum of Art, the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., the Grand Central station in New York City, and buildings in other locations.

 

Is Knoxville, TN expensive to live in?

Knoxville, Tennessee's cost of living is 15% lower than the national average. Knoxville's housing expenses are 29% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 2% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 8% lower than the national average. Knoxville has grocery prices that are 10% lower than the national average. Healthcare in Knoxville is 8% lower than the national average.

 

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Wikipedia

City of Knoxville

Visit Knoxville

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Payscale

Knoxville Museum of Art

Ijams Nature Center

Zoo Knoxville

University of Tennessee Medical Center

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

HOTWORX 

Riverstone Resort & Spa

425 FITNESS

Fort Sanders Health & Fitness Center

Club4Fitness

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