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Stacie Hope Rutar-Combs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW, LICDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Florence, KY 41042
I am a licensed and certified social worker with 30 years of experience in the fields of chemical dependency and psychotherapy for a variety of mental health issues .. I use Cognitive Behavioral , Humanistic ,and Rational Emotive treatment modalities. My areas of expertise include: Treating Anxiety and Depression, Self Esteem, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Fostercare and Adoption Issues, Chemical Dependency and Relapse Prevention.
I am a licensed and certified social worker with 30 years of experience in the fields of chemical dependency and psychotherapy for a variety of mental health issues .. I use Cognitive Behavioral , Humanistic ,and Rational Emotive treatment modalities. My areas of expertise include: Treating Anxiety and Depression, Self Esteem, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Fostercare and Adoption Issues, Chemical Dependency and Relapse Prevention.
(859) 651-7898 View (859) 651-7898
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Traci Braun
Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
In addition to being a licensed counselor, I am also a committed Christian and practice in a Christian counseling center. I work with individuals: teenagers (14+) and adults of various ages and with a variety of issues. Although my experience is not limited to these, specific areas of focus include the following: depression, anxiety, high-functioning autism, adoption-related issues, alcoholism and eating disorders, spiritual struggles, and general life issues. I am interested in working with people who are ready to improve the quality of their life.
In addition to being a licensed counselor, I am also a committed Christian and practice in a Christian counseling center. I work with individuals: teenagers (14+) and adults of various ages and with a variety of issues. Although my experience is not limited to these, specific areas of focus include the following: depression, anxiety, high-functioning autism, adoption-related issues, alcoholism and eating disorders, spiritual struggles, and general life issues. I am interested in working with people who are ready to improve the quality of their life.
(502) 514-4271 View (502) 514-4271
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Open Doors Counseling Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40509
We provide services to people who are seeking Identity Counseling, Trauma and Grief Counseling, Mood and Anxiety Counseling, and more. We foster a safe space for people who identify as LGBTQ+, LGBTQ+ allies, and people who are seeking behavioral health services. The core values for ODCC are Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE).
We provide services to people who are seeking Identity Counseling, Trauma and Grief Counseling, Mood and Anxiety Counseling, and more. We foster a safe space for people who identify as LGBTQ+, LGBTQ+ allies, and people who are seeking behavioral health services. The core values for ODCC are Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE).
(859) 780-8746 View (859) 780-8746
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Robert Franklin Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Hanson, KY 42413
25 years of experience in mental health and addictions both adult, adolescent and the development of specific behavioral and cognitive skills helping parents regain control over their children's conduct, oppositional and defiant behaviors. I have also been providing services aimed at helping couples save their marriage and parents with with all aspects of child, adolescent and transitional age youth behaviors, including early onset of mental illness such as bi-polar, psychosis, anxiety and depression. In addition I can also provide professional training and provision of both Addictions and Mental Health formal "INTERVENTIONS" .
25 years of experience in mental health and addictions both adult, adolescent and the development of specific behavioral and cognitive skills helping parents regain control over their children's conduct, oppositional and defiant behaviors. I have also been providing services aimed at helping couples save their marriage and parents with with all aspects of child, adolescent and transitional age youth behaviors, including early onset of mental illness such as bi-polar, psychosis, anxiety and depression. In addition I can also provide professional training and provision of both Addictions and Mental Health formal "INTERVENTIONS" .
(530) 696-4748 View (530) 696-4748
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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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Sarah Beeghly
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Verified Verified
Wilmore, KY 40390
My past clients have included couples, individuals, groups, those surviving an addiction, living with anxiety and/or depression, navigating a relational conflict, school-based treatment, grief, sexual identity, trauma, 2 and those seeking a safe space to understand themselves and where they fit into all of this.
My past clients have included couples, individuals, groups, those surviving an addiction, living with anxiety and/or depression, navigating a relational conflict, school-based treatment, grief, sexual identity, trauma, 2 and those seeking a safe space to understand themselves and where they fit into all of this.
(859) 594-7605 View (859) 594-7605
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Eric Cummings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
As someone who wants to change the world, I chose the counseling profession because I came to believe the best way to facilitate that change is by helping individuals, marriages, and families become fully healthy emotionally, physically, relationally, and spiritually.
As someone who wants to change the world, I chose the counseling profession because I came to believe the best way to facilitate that change is by helping individuals, marriages, and families become fully healthy emotionally, physically, relationally, and spiritually.
(859) 577-9323 View (859) 577-9323
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Danville Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Danville, KY 40422
Danville Counseling Center is dedicated to serving the emotional and mental health needs in our community. Our office is located in downtown Danville and houses ten qualified mental health professionals. Our staff specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, addiction and helping you recover from traumatic experiences through the use of progressive treatments including EMDR and TF-CBT. At Danville Counseling we believe in treating the whole person by coming to understand the stressors that are taking place and helping you build resiliency and coping skills to improve overall wellness.
Danville Counseling Center is dedicated to serving the emotional and mental health needs in our community. Our office is located in downtown Danville and houses ten qualified mental health professionals. Our staff specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, addiction and helping you recover from traumatic experiences through the use of progressive treatments including EMDR and TF-CBT. At Danville Counseling we believe in treating the whole person by coming to understand the stressors that are taking place and helping you build resiliency and coping skills to improve overall wellness.
(859) 209-6624 View (859) 209-6624
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Family Options Developmental Planning, LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
London, KY 40741
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. I have a Masters in Professional Counseling from University of the Cumberlands. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of presenting concerns, and I value each of my clients. I have a passion to see lives changed. I desire to see others find hope, understanding, confidence, and peace.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. I have a Masters in Professional Counseling from University of the Cumberlands. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of presenting concerns, and I value each of my clients. I have a passion to see lives changed. I desire to see others find hope, understanding, confidence, and peace.
(606) 392-4113 View (606) 392-4113
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Sunrise Professional Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Flemingsburg, KY 41041
Now more than ever there has been a rise in anxiety, depression, fear, and behavior disruptions in the home. We are open and here to help clients decrease these emotions and develop coping strategies. Our highly qualified therapists have 27 years experience working with children in the school system and 20 years experience in the professional counseling field. Each client is treated as a unique individual who has the potential to better themselves in every area of their life. Sunrise offers several platforms to meet the needs of clients from in-person and telehealth services.
Now more than ever there has been a rise in anxiety, depression, fear, and behavior disruptions in the home. We are open and here to help clients decrease these emotions and develop coping strategies. Our highly qualified therapists have 27 years experience working with children in the school system and 20 years experience in the professional counseling field. Each client is treated as a unique individual who has the potential to better themselves in every area of their life. Sunrise offers several platforms to meet the needs of clients from in-person and telehealth services.
(606) 268-4879 View (606) 268-4879
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Jenna Meeks
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Princeton, KY 42445
It is a privilege to partner with you as you courageously explore your story and work towards your goals. I hope to co-create with you a space of safety and compassion to build a genuine relationship which fosters healing and growth. You are the expert of your life.
It is a privilege to partner with you as you courageously explore your story and work towards your goals. I hope to co-create with you a space of safety and compassion to build a genuine relationship which fosters healing and growth. You are the expert of your life.
(270) 278-1463 View (270) 278-1463
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Brianna Bunch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bardstown, KY 40004
My main focus is to meet clients where they are at and to work alongside them to accomplish their goals. Offering insight from both lived and professional experiences, I am able to tailor treatment to unique to each client. I have been a social worker for the past 8 years working with clients in a variety of roles including case management, crisis intervention, and therapy.
My main focus is to meet clients where they are at and to work alongside them to accomplish their goals. Offering insight from both lived and professional experiences, I am able to tailor treatment to unique to each client. I have been a social worker for the past 8 years working with clients in a variety of roles including case management, crisis intervention, and therapy.
(502) 747-1683 View (502) 747-1683
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Sam Fox Gabinio
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40222
If you are reading this to seek out support for yourself or a loved one, I am proud of you! Asking for help is a brave thing to do. I hope you give yourself credit for each piece of your journey. As a therapist, I walk alongside a person or family and give encouragement and honest reflections of what I see. I am kind and understanding. I work with transgender people for support during all phases of life. One of my specialties is supporting parents of transgender people of all ages. I am transgender and LGBTQ+ affirming. I help parents of transgender and LGBTQ+ people build their confidence in parenting.
If you are reading this to seek out support for yourself or a loved one, I am proud of you! Asking for help is a brave thing to do. I hope you give yourself credit for each piece of your journey. As a therapist, I walk alongside a person or family and give encouragement and honest reflections of what I see. I am kind and understanding. I work with transgender people for support during all phases of life. One of my specialties is supporting parents of transgender people of all ages. I am transgender and LGBTQ+ affirming. I help parents of transgender and LGBTQ+ people build their confidence in parenting.
(502) 906-6598 View (502) 906-6598
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Emerald Therapy Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Mayfield, KY 42066
Emerald Therapy Center, LLC is the premier multidisciplinary behavioral health organization in western Kentucky. Emerald provides behavioral health support at various levels across the continuum of care. We use four areas of wellness (Emotional, Physical, Spiritual, and Financial) to help clients function at their highest level. We promote that psychiatry, counseling, and therapy should be uplifting and encouraging. We want our clients to leave our facility feeling better than when they came in, regardless of the issue.
Emerald Therapy Center, LLC is the premier multidisciplinary behavioral health organization in western Kentucky. Emerald provides behavioral health support at various levels across the continuum of care. We use four areas of wellness (Emotional, Physical, Spiritual, and Financial) to help clients function at their highest level. We promote that psychiatry, counseling, and therapy should be uplifting and encouraging. We want our clients to leave our facility feeling better than when they came in, regardless of the issue.
(270) 278-1240 View (270) 278-1240
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Amy Prater Hardin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owensboro, KY 42303
Amy has over 20 years of experience in the social work field, over 15 years in Clinical Christian Counseling and is a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor. She enjoys helping clients of all ages reach their goals in a safe, encouraging environment. Amy offers counseling services to children, families, adults, and couples, employing evidence-based counseling modalities such as Temperament Counseling, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and Art Therapy in her sessions.
Amy has over 20 years of experience in the social work field, over 15 years in Clinical Christian Counseling and is a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor. She enjoys helping clients of all ages reach their goals in a safe, encouraging environment. Amy offers counseling services to children, families, adults, and couples, employing evidence-based counseling modalities such as Temperament Counseling, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and Art Therapy in her sessions.
(270) 330-0086 View (270) 330-0086
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Kara Fresh McMeekin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40509
Therapy serves a unique purpose to each individual. I'm committed to helping you, your partner, or your family work towards the goals and individual hopes you identify as important to your life and relationships. I focus on creating an atmosphere that is safe and provides you with a place to share your story without fear of judgment. Therapy can help you find solutions and learn skills to help you cope with daily stresses, relational and marital problems, past trauma, job stress, grief and loss, etc. I can offer professional guidance and support as you identify and work towards your goals.
Therapy serves a unique purpose to each individual. I'm committed to helping you, your partner, or your family work towards the goals and individual hopes you identify as important to your life and relationships. I focus on creating an atmosphere that is safe and provides you with a place to share your story without fear of judgment. Therapy can help you find solutions and learn skills to help you cope with daily stresses, relational and marital problems, past trauma, job stress, grief and loss, etc. I can offer professional guidance and support as you identify and work towards your goals.
(859) 904-2789 View (859) 904-2789
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Wellsprings Wellness, LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerset, KY 42501
Wellsprings Wellness Practitioners, Clinicians & staff provide a compassionate and caring environment to promote personal healing and growth. We focus on each client's needs while honoring their individual beliefs and values. We pride ourselves in providing Integrated Care to our Patients. Integrated Care blends the expertise of mental health, substance use, and primary care practitioners, with feedback from patients and their caregivers. This creates a team-based approach where mental health care and general medical care are offered in the same setting.
Wellsprings Wellness Practitioners, Clinicians & staff provide a compassionate and caring environment to promote personal healing and growth. We focus on each client's needs while honoring their individual beliefs and values. We pride ourselves in providing Integrated Care to our Patients. Integrated Care blends the expertise of mental health, substance use, and primary care practitioners, with feedback from patients and their caregivers. This creates a team-based approach where mental health care and general medical care are offered in the same setting.
(606) 203-1356 View (606) 203-1356
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Newleaf Counseling Services, LLC
Counselor, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475
At Newleaf Counseling Services our clients are treated with respect, dignity, and great care during the therapeutic services. We serve clients with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns by assisting our clients to develop coping skills to manage difficult emotions and life events. In a comfortable and supportive environment, we offer a personalized approach tailored to client’s individual needs. We serve clients age 2 – adult. We treat many mental health concerns including but not limited to: ADHD, Attachment Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Mood, Trauma, PTSD, Divorce, Grief/Loss, and Anger.
At Newleaf Counseling Services our clients are treated with respect, dignity, and great care during the therapeutic services. We serve clients with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns by assisting our clients to develop coping skills to manage difficult emotions and life events. In a comfortable and supportive environment, we offer a personalized approach tailored to client’s individual needs. We serve clients age 2 – adult. We treat many mental health concerns including but not limited to: ADHD, Attachment Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Mood, Trauma, PTSD, Divorce, Grief/Loss, and Anger.
(859) 544-2497 View (859) 544-2497
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Sunita Bhatnagar
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
SUCCESS IS WITHIN REACH" I am gentle yet firmly persistent in helping clients find direction, making choices of right and wrong and uncovering their ability to tell reality from distortion and delusion. My clients find the counseling experience positive, insightful and intellectual which opens the doors of lasting happiness and sense of reality for them. The introspection, self examination and self actualization greatly increases their sensitivity and attitude about what is really important in human experience and opens the doors of happiness and sense of reality." My counseling approach gives clients insight to follow for greater understanding and self actualization.
SUCCESS IS WITHIN REACH" I am gentle yet firmly persistent in helping clients find direction, making choices of right and wrong and uncovering their ability to tell reality from distortion and delusion. My clients find the counseling experience positive, insightful and intellectual which opens the doors of lasting happiness and sense of reality for them. The introspection, self examination and self actualization greatly increases their sensitivity and attitude about what is really important in human experience and opens the doors of happiness and sense of reality." My counseling approach gives clients insight to follow for greater understanding and self actualization.
(502) 273-1621 View (502) 273-1621
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Judy Bailey
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Corbin, KY 40701
I am very person-centered in my therapeutic approach. My goal is to meet each client where they are in their life journey and to utilize my education, knowledge and experience to assist each client with reaching their desired goals. I have a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling, as well as a master’s degree in addiction counseling, and have worked with clients with dual diagnoses. I spent 15 years working with adolescents in a residential setting; 6 of those years being the Director of Clinical Services. I have always had a passion for working with children and adolescents.
I am very person-centered in my therapeutic approach. My goal is to meet each client where they are in their life journey and to utilize my education, knowledge and experience to assist each client with reaching their desired goals. I have a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling, as well as a master’s degree in addiction counseling, and have worked with clients with dual diagnoses. I spent 15 years working with adolescents in a residential setting; 6 of those years being the Director of Clinical Services. I have always had a passion for working with children and adolescents.
(606) 603-3238 View (606) 603-3238
Adoption Therapists

Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.