Therapists for Teens in 40511

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B 'n G Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511
It's tough to be a kid or teen right now and it's tough to parent a kid or teen. The more motivated a young person and their family are to improve, the more successful we are in therapy. It will go best when everyone is (1) honest enough to really get to know themselves, (2) empathetic enough to care about the effects their choices and actions have on others, and (3) brave enough to do things differently so they can feel better, have healthier relationships, and enjoy more successes.
It's tough to be a kid or teen right now and it's tough to parent a kid or teen. The more motivated a young person and their family are to improve, the more successful we are in therapy. It will go best when everyone is (1) honest enough to really get to know themselves, (2) empathetic enough to care about the effects their choices and actions have on others, and (3) brave enough to do things differently so they can feel better, have healthier relationships, and enjoy more successes.
(859) 765-7286 View (859) 765-7286
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Ryan Tierra Davenport
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40511
I have experience working with individual counseling services for adolescent ages 14+, LGBTQ, adult clients, and diverse cultural backgrounds.
I believe in a person-centered approach when working with clients. In sessions I like to explore client’s strengths and weaknesses to facilitate growth in each area. I consider myself to be a very psychoeducational therapist, meaning my clients can expect to learn both inside and outside of sessions with supplemental resources or homework materials. I also believe in meeting clients where they are—no matter where you are in your journey or stage of change, human growth and development is lifelong. Are you ready to take this next step in your life?
I have experience working with individual counseling services for adolescent ages 14+, LGBTQ, adult clients, and diverse cultural backgrounds.
I believe in a person-centered approach when working with clients. In sessions I like to explore client’s strengths and weaknesses to facilitate growth in each area. I consider myself to be a very psychoeducational therapist, meaning my clients can expect to learn both inside and outside of sessions with supplemental resources or homework materials. I also believe in meeting clients where they are—no matter where you are in your journey or stage of change, human growth and development is lifelong. Are you ready to take this next step in your life?
(859) 904-5363 View (859) 904-5363
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Lindsey Sengel
MS, LPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40511
Hi, my name is Lindsey Sengel and I am a Licensed Psychological Practitioner with 13 years of experience in therapy and psychological assessment.
Hi, my name is Lindsey Sengel and I am a Licensed Psychological Practitioner with 13 years of experience in therapy and psychological assessment.
(502) 547-0502 View (502) 547-0502
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Raven Dixon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511
I've gained knowledge and skills working with clients who experienced anxiety and mood disorders, adjustment disorder, self-harm/suicide ideation, developmental disabilities, intimate and family relational conflict, parenting, and trauma-related diagnoses. Moreover, as a brainspotting practitioner, I utilize this trauma specific treatment by effectively helping to identify points in an individual's visual field to assist in retrieving unprocessed trauma in the subcortical brain.
I've gained knowledge and skills working with clients who experienced anxiety and mood disorders, adjustment disorder, self-harm/suicide ideation, developmental disabilities, intimate and family relational conflict, parenting, and trauma-related diagnoses. Moreover, as a brainspotting practitioner, I utilize this trauma specific treatment by effectively helping to identify points in an individual's visual field to assist in retrieving unprocessed trauma in the subcortical brain.
(859) 765-6133 View (859) 765-6133
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Tiffany Bryant
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40511
My goal is to help you reach your best potential, to learn how to let go of the negativity that may be holding you back, and feel more confident within yourself. Together we will dig past the surface issues to identify what is creating these problems so that you can resolve them for good! It would be an honor for me to help you navigate through this journey and I look forward to hearing from you!
My goal is to help you reach your best potential, to learn how to let go of the negativity that may be holding you back, and feel more confident within yourself. Together we will dig past the surface issues to identify what is creating these problems so that you can resolve them for good! It would be an honor for me to help you navigate through this journey and I look forward to hearing from you!
(859) 340-1781 View (859) 340-1781
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Ashley Church
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511
Ashley Church is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2007. Ashley has a passion to help others and prefers to just meet you where you are instead of making assumptions based on a diagnosis. She believes everyone is different and really takes time to actively listen to each individual client and offer the best therapeutic experience. Ashley's therapeutic approach is compassionate and honest. She believes it takes courage to seek help and clients want to see results, therefore she is motivated by seeing clients reach treatment goals.
Ashley Church is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2007. Ashley has a passion to help others and prefers to just meet you where you are instead of making assumptions based on a diagnosis. She believes everyone is different and really takes time to actively listen to each individual client and offer the best therapeutic experience. Ashley's therapeutic approach is compassionate and honest. She believes it takes courage to seek help and clients want to see results, therefore she is motivated by seeing clients reach treatment goals.
(502) 498-8294 View (502) 498-8294
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Kathina Faith Conley
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511
I am capable of helping you by always seeking knowledge. I want to be able to empathize and place myself in your shoes so I strive to educate myself on what you are currently going through. This looks like me dedicating myself to continuing education on an array of treatments, disorders, approaches, and the like to ensure I already have or develop specialty in your condition.
I am capable of helping you by always seeking knowledge. I want to be able to empathize and place myself in your shoes so I strive to educate myself on what you are currently going through. This looks like me dedicating myself to continuing education on an array of treatments, disorders, approaches, and the like to ensure I already have or develop specialty in your condition.
(859) 659-6945 View (859) 659-6945
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Paul S Mefford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MTh, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511  (Online Only)
I have always believed in a holistic life / treatment model. I have thirty five years of experience in diverse therapeutic environments and with a large variety of people and issues. I often tell clients the reason I come to work is because I believe that I and you can change. My goal is to provide a safe space where you can become the person you are meant to be. I am also a licensed massage therapist , reiki master , and craniosacral therapist .
I have always believed in a holistic life / treatment model. I have thirty five years of experience in diverse therapeutic environments and with a large variety of people and issues. I often tell clients the reason I come to work is because I believe that I and you can change. My goal is to provide a safe space where you can become the person you are meant to be. I am also a licensed massage therapist , reiki master , and craniosacral therapist .
(812) 541-9643 View (812) 541-9643
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Benjamin Newsome
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, EdS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511
It is the case that life is rarely as we expect it to be and may seem more difficult and confusing than we can bear alone. You may expend a tremendous amount of energy holding it together or trying to maintain the appearance of perfection leaving you feeling depleted and unfulfilled. My hope is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you to help sort out your emotions, enhance your relationships, understand yourself, achieve goals, and facilitate healing.
It is the case that life is rarely as we expect it to be and may seem more difficult and confusing than we can bear alone. You may expend a tremendous amount of energy holding it together or trying to maintain the appearance of perfection leaving you feeling depleted and unfulfilled. My hope is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you to help sort out your emotions, enhance your relationships, understand yourself, achieve goals, and facilitate healing.
(859) 955-8847 View (859) 955-8847
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Jennifer Sutherland
Psychologist, MS, EdS
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511
I offer psychotherapy, as well as, psychological evaluations: ADHD, developmental delays, behavior problems, IQ, advanced placement, disability consideration, emotional support animals, etc. I provide therapy for a variety of emotional/behavioral issues for all ages. I have a special interest in toddlers/preschoolers/children with developmental/behavioral/emotional problems and women with depression/anxiety. I enjoy helping parents learn how to best help their children to become happy and successful. I do parent coordination as well. I have a farm office, so is a much less formal atmosphere. Bring your pet or borrow mine!
I offer psychotherapy, as well as, psychological evaluations: ADHD, developmental delays, behavior problems, IQ, advanced placement, disability consideration, emotional support animals, etc. I provide therapy for a variety of emotional/behavioral issues for all ages. I have a special interest in toddlers/preschoolers/children with developmental/behavioral/emotional problems and women with depression/anxiety. I enjoy helping parents learn how to best help their children to become happy and successful. I do parent coordination as well. I have a farm office, so is a much less formal atmosphere. Bring your pet or borrow mine!
(859) 309-5695 View (859) 309-5695
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Bonnie Patrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511
I provide a safe environment for clients to process their issues. I believe that psychotherapy is more than talk therapy. I am excited about the new research and treatments that focus on mind and body (somatic memories). I have an integrative approach to therapy. I work best with complex trauma (emotional and physical, including childhood neglect) and resulting anxiety and depression. I work well with grief related issues (complicated grief) and problems that arise from chronic illnesses.
I provide a safe environment for clients to process their issues. I believe that psychotherapy is more than talk therapy. I am excited about the new research and treatments that focus on mind and body (somatic memories). I have an integrative approach to therapy. I work best with complex trauma (emotional and physical, including childhood neglect) and resulting anxiety and depression. I work well with grief related issues (complicated grief) and problems that arise from chronic illnesses.
(859) 654-0576 View (859) 654-0576
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Diana Browning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511
I am experienced in techniques to help clients deal with anxiety such as thought stopping, reframing and mindfulness. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients to change thier automatic negative thoughts to positive thoughts. I encourage clients to focus on self care and help them develop a menu of coping skills to utilize in order to get through difficult times.
I am experienced in techniques to help clients deal with anxiety such as thought stopping, reframing and mindfulness. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients to change thier automatic negative thoughts to positive thoughts. I encourage clients to focus on self care and help them develop a menu of coping skills to utilize in order to get through difficult times.
(859) 715-1932 View (859) 715-1932
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Denise R Myers
Counselor, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511  (Online Only)
Different people need different things at different times in their lives. For the most part, my style is person-centered, which feels more like two friends talking. We take the time to get to know one another, your unique interests and what makes you tick. We utilize this information to personally tailor our time together.
Different people need different things at different times in their lives. For the most part, my style is person-centered, which feels more like two friends talking. We take the time to get to know one another, your unique interests and what makes you tick. We utilize this information to personally tailor our time together.
(859) 800-6125 View (859) 800-6125
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R. Tierra Davenport
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511
R. Tierra Davenport is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2019. Tierra believes in a person-centered approach when working with clients. In sessions she likes to explore client's strengths and weaknesses to facilitate growth in each area. Tierra considers herself to be a very psychoeducational therapist, meaning her clients can expect to learn both inside and outside of sessions with supplemental resources or homework materials. Tierra also believes in meeting clients where they are"?no matter where you are in your journey or stage of change, human growth and development is lifelong.
R. Tierra Davenport is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2019. Tierra believes in a person-centered approach when working with clients. In sessions she likes to explore client's strengths and weaknesses to facilitate growth in each area. Tierra considers herself to be a very psychoeducational therapist, meaning her clients can expect to learn both inside and outside of sessions with supplemental resources or homework materials. Tierra also believes in meeting clients where they are"?no matter where you are in your journey or stage of change, human growth and development is lifelong.
(502) 806-8778 View (502) 806-8778
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Courtney Garner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40511  (Online Only)
Women seek me out to help build boundaries and self-confidence while trying to manage the stressors of life. Most of the women that come to see me believe, if they can "just do a little better" then they will eventually find the perfect balance; only to find, the amount of effort they put in doesn't change their outcome. I also work with people in the LGBTQ+ community and people that love someone in the LGBTQ+ community struggling to adapt to the changes happening in their life. Ultimately, maybe you're just seeking a sense of self or belonging while dealing with emotional consequences of being rejected by toxic mainstream culture.
Women seek me out to help build boundaries and self-confidence while trying to manage the stressors of life. Most of the women that come to see me believe, if they can "just do a little better" then they will eventually find the perfect balance; only to find, the amount of effort they put in doesn't change their outcome. I also work with people in the LGBTQ+ community and people that love someone in the LGBTQ+ community struggling to adapt to the changes happening in their life. Ultimately, maybe you're just seeking a sense of self or belonging while dealing with emotional consequences of being rejected by toxic mainstream culture.
(502) 586-6632 View (502) 586-6632
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Kelci Higgins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40511
My goal as your therapist, is to help you become the best version of yourself that you can be. We will work together to get through whatever it is that you may be dealing with - anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or anything else that could be disrupting your quality of life. My approach is person-centered and non-judgmental. I specialize in working with substance use disorders but also have experience working with many other mental health disorders.
My goal as your therapist, is to help you become the best version of yourself that you can be. We will work together to get through whatever it is that you may be dealing with - anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or anything else that could be disrupting your quality of life. My approach is person-centered and non-judgmental. I specialize in working with substance use disorders but also have experience working with many other mental health disorders.
(859) 681-9475 View (859) 681-9475
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Family Village Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511  (Online Only)
Family Village Counseling Center is a telehealth only mental health agency. We have multiple therapists with many years experience, offering services children, teens, families, adults and couples. Our therapists offer laid-back, flexible services, to allow you to feel more comfortable in connecting with a therapist that meets your therapeutic needs. We accept Medicaid and are in network with most major commercial insurance plans. We do offer private pay options for individuals and can explore payment plans or a sliding scale fee if needed.
Family Village Counseling Center is a telehealth only mental health agency. We have multiple therapists with many years experience, offering services children, teens, families, adults and couples. Our therapists offer laid-back, flexible services, to allow you to feel more comfortable in connecting with a therapist that meets your therapeutic needs. We accept Medicaid and are in network with most major commercial insurance plans. We do offer private pay options for individuals and can explore payment plans or a sliding scale fee if needed.
(859) 646-2778 View (859) 646-2778
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Martin Beck
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSW, MFA
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511
Contemporary society can be isolating and alienating. We all experience difficulties that leave emotional scars. Even our successes come with stress and anxiety. When our energy is focused on achievement and perfection, we lose or deny our authentic selves in that striving. If compelled to live outside our actual values, we may lose our sense of meaning or purpose. I provide individual therapy for adults navigating life transitions or coping with work, family, or health challenges. I have training and experience working with clients who’ve experienced trauma.
Contemporary society can be isolating and alienating. We all experience difficulties that leave emotional scars. Even our successes come with stress and anxiety. When our energy is focused on achievement and perfection, we lose or deny our authentic selves in that striving. If compelled to live outside our actual values, we may lose our sense of meaning or purpose. I provide individual therapy for adults navigating life transitions or coping with work, family, or health challenges. I have training and experience working with clients who’ve experienced trauma.
(859) 809-2712 View (859) 809-2712
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Geoff Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40511
I am a licensed clinical social worker and licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor who has been practicing in Kentucky for over 23 years. I've practiced in a variety of different treatment settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and residential levels of care. In these settings, I have had extensive experience treating individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, co-dependency, relationship and family issues. If you are struggling with a mental health or substance use issue, a current or past relationship, or just feeling stuck, don't hesitate to reach out to me to begin your path to recovery.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor who has been practicing in Kentucky for over 23 years. I've practiced in a variety of different treatment settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and residential levels of care. In these settings, I have had extensive experience treating individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, co-dependency, relationship and family issues. If you are struggling with a mental health or substance use issue, a current or past relationship, or just feeling stuck, don't hesitate to reach out to me to begin your path to recovery.
(859) 667-1183 View (859) 667-1183
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Joshua Johnston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40511  (Online Only)
Therapy is about connecting with another person in such a way that you feel understood and valued, while trusting that your best interest is being served. There are many different ways to achieve this goal. My approach centers on working with people to understand their unique values and beliefs, which ultimately guides their experiences, and developing goals and strategies together to work toward their desired outcome. By asking the question, "what does better look like?", you are already on your way.
Therapy is about connecting with another person in such a way that you feel understood and valued, while trusting that your best interest is being served. There are many different ways to achieve this goal. My approach centers on working with people to understand their unique values and beliefs, which ultimately guides their experiences, and developing goals and strategies together to work toward their desired outcome. By asking the question, "what does better look like?", you are already on your way.
(859) 449-4549 View (859) 449-4549
Teen Therapists

What does therapy for teenagers look like?

When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?

There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?

You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.