Business Details
41 Years
experience
Expert Mental Health Therapy in Chattanooga, TN
The Relationship Therapy Center is a dedicated space for healing and personal growth, founded on the principle that life revolves around relationships. With over 50 years of combined professional experience, our team specializes in addressing challenges that arise in personal, familial, and professional connections. We offer evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including neuropsychological evaluations, marital therapy, and trauma resolution techniques like EMDR. Our focus on short-term, solution-oriented therapy empowers clients to overcome obstacles efficiently. Led by Dr. William M. Hillner, a licensed Clinical Psychologist with decades of expertise in child and adult mental health, we provide services ranging from custody evaluations to cognitive behavior therapy.Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in flexible scheduling and insurance billing options. Located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, we serve individuals seeking to improve their emotional well-being through personalized care. Our professionals have held prestigious roles at institutions like Erlangers Childrens Hospital and maintain affiliations with academic programs in psychology. By combining clinical excellence with compassionate support, we help clients navigate lifes complexities and build healthier relationships.
Services
Testing and Evaluation
Marital Therapy
Critical Incident Debriefing
Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Parent Coordination
Custody Evaluations
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of combined clinical experience in mental health therapy
- Specialized services in neuropsychological evaluations and trauma resolution
- Focus on short-term, solution-oriented therapeutic approaches
- Certified in Imago Relationship Therapy and EMDR techniques
- Insurance billing available for client convenience
Services
Testing and Evaluation
Comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for learning disabilities, ADHD, and emotional disorders. Our assessments help identify cognitive patterns and mental health conditions. Results guide personalized treatment plans for children and adults seeking accurate diagnoses.
Marital Therapy
Specialized relationship therapy using Imago and Gottman methodologies. We address communication breakdowns, conflict resolution, and emotional connection issues. Sessions focus on rebuilding trust and improving partnership dynamics through structured techniques.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. Our CBT approach targets negative thought patterns and behavioral cycles. Clients learn practical coping strategies through structured, goal-oriented sessions with measurable outcomes.
Critical Incident Debriefing
Immediate support following traumatic events. This service helps individuals process acute stress reactions through structured debriefing sessions. We employ EMDR techniques to reduce trauma impact and prevent long-term psychological effects.
Parent Coordination
Guidance for separated parents navigating custody arrangements. We facilitate communication, resolve disputes, and create parenting plans. Our services include court-mandated evaluations and ongoing coordination to ensure child-focused solutions.
People
William M. Hillner, Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Hillner has practiced clinical psychology since 1973, specializing in child and adult mental health. Former director of Child & Adolescent Services at Chattanooga Psychiatric Clinic and Behavioral Pediatrics at Erlangers Childrens Hospital. Maintains private practice since 1985.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychological evaluations, marital therapy, trauma resolution (including EMDR), cognitive behavior therapy, parent coordination, and custody evaluations for children, teens, and adults.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide insurance billing documentation that clients can submit to their providers. Direct insurance acceptance varies - please contact our office for specific details.
How do I schedule an appointment?
New patients complete intake forms online, then schedule Monday or Tuesday appointments between 8:00 AM-6:45 PM through our online booking system as 'INTAKE' sessions.
What are your office hours?
We see patients Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:00 AM to 6:45 PM. Phone consultations may be available outside these hours by special arrangement.
How can I obtain medical records?
Request records through our website. The first five pages cost $20, with $0.50 per additional page. Email verification of ID and insurance required.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We employ evidence-based methods including Imago Relationship Therapy, Gottman model techniques, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, and EMDR for trauma processing.
