Therapists in Lexington, KY
Alex Kelly
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40503
Available to see new clients in 2024! Are you looking to make a change in your life? Change can be scary but I am eager to join you on your journey towards introspection, knowledge, and healing. Are you unsure about where to start? As a therapist, I value collaboration and together we can work on improving coping skills, alleviating pain, building confidence, making important decisions, practicing self-care or adjusting to life changes. Together we can set your goals in motion!
Available to see new clients in 2024! Are you looking to make a change in your life? Change can be scary but I am eager to join you on your journey towards introspection, knowledge, and healing. Are you unsure about where to start? As a therapist, I value collaboration and together we can work on improving coping skills, alleviating pain, building confidence, making important decisions, practicing self-care or adjusting to life changes. Together we can set your goals in motion!
Rosie Siler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40503
Seeking professional help can be a scary process, searching for someone you can trust and share the challenges and life stressors with can seem overwhelming. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and received my Master of Social Work degree from Asbury University and have ten years of experience helping others with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, low self-esteem, grief, communication issues and adjustment disorders.
Seeking professional help can be a scary process, searching for someone you can trust and share the challenges and life stressors with can seem overwhelming. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and received my Master of Social Work degree from Asbury University and have ten years of experience helping others with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, low self-esteem, grief, communication issues and adjustment disorders.
Private Practice of Angela Gibbs-Scanlon, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40503
I strive to create a therapeutic environment that is comfortable, non-judgmental and empathetic. I believe that you are the expert in your life and it is my job to assist you with identifying and applying solutions to the obstacles that you are seeking help for. After establishing a therapeutic partnership, together, we will create a self-care plan that will assist you between sessions. Participation in therapy can result in a number of benefits to you; thus I ask for your active involvement, honesty, and openness in order to make the changes you desire.
I strive to create a therapeutic environment that is comfortable, non-judgmental and empathetic. I believe that you are the expert in your life and it is my job to assist you with identifying and applying solutions to the obstacles that you are seeking help for. After establishing a therapeutic partnership, together, we will create a self-care plan that will assist you between sessions. Participation in therapy can result in a number of benefits to you; thus I ask for your active involvement, honesty, and openness in order to make the changes you desire.
Dr. Tomerial Brooks, LCSW, MBA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40517 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker the past 16 years, I have worked with a variety of clients including Adolescents, Adults and Emerging Adults. I enjoy working with adults most. Having worked at a CMHC the majority of my career, I gained skills in working with adults presenting with a range of concerns including trauma, mood disorders, addictions, grief, anxiety and depression as well as life transition changes. I also have experience with anger management, parenting issues and multicultural concerns. I hold a range of clinical expertise and experience working with adults from a place of compassion, understanding and in a judgement free environment.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker the past 16 years, I have worked with a variety of clients including Adolescents, Adults and Emerging Adults. I enjoy working with adults most. Having worked at a CMHC the majority of my career, I gained skills in working with adults presenting with a range of concerns including trauma, mood disorders, addictions, grief, anxiety and depression as well as life transition changes. I also have experience with anger management, parenting issues and multicultural concerns. I hold a range of clinical expertise and experience working with adults from a place of compassion, understanding and in a judgement free environment.
Melissa Graehler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40514 (Online Only)
It's okay to not be okay, and I am so proud of you for putting in the research to find a therapist who is a good fit for you. I absolutely love helping others improve their mental health and overall quality of life. After graduating from WKU with a Masters in Social Work, I have worked in community mental health, private practice, and assisted care facilities. I would describe myself as quirky, direct, and compassionate. I always work to build connection and trust with my clients to create a safe place to process thoughts, feelings, and life experiences.
It's okay to not be okay, and I am so proud of you for putting in the research to find a therapist who is a good fit for you. I absolutely love helping others improve their mental health and overall quality of life. After graduating from WKU with a Masters in Social Work, I have worked in community mental health, private practice, and assisted care facilities. I would describe myself as quirky, direct, and compassionate. I always work to build connection and trust with my clients to create a safe place to process thoughts, feelings, and life experiences.
Crystal Morgan
Counselor, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40505
Have you ever felt like you were missing out on something but not sure what? Do you feel like you could be fulfilled but you don't know how to get there? Are you going through a transition in your life and need reassurance or guidance from a non-judgmental place? If so, now is a good time to reach out and explore your own inner strength to make life feel whole again. I work with individuals from teens to retirement age, couples in different stages of their relationship, and young adults who are trying to find their own identity in this world. I also work with clients who want to change their story and create their own.
Have you ever felt like you were missing out on something but not sure what? Do you feel like you could be fulfilled but you don't know how to get there? Are you going through a transition in your life and need reassurance or guidance from a non-judgmental place? If so, now is a good time to reach out and explore your own inner strength to make life feel whole again. I work with individuals from teens to retirement age, couples in different stages of their relationship, and young adults who are trying to find their own identity in this world. I also work with clients who want to change their story and create their own.
Danika Lippert
Counselor, LPCA, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40517
I have always desired to understand feelings, behavior and the human mind; always been driven toward solving the questions that start with why. However, after leading many spontaneous counseling sessions with clients, witnessing the empowering feeling it brings to simply aid someone find a way forward, instead, I also became driven toward solving the questions that start with how. I would deem it a privilege to take the time with someone to answer how they can move forward from their situation and how they can deal with whatever hand life has dealt them.
I have always desired to understand feelings, behavior and the human mind; always been driven toward solving the questions that start with why. However, after leading many spontaneous counseling sessions with clients, witnessing the empowering feeling it brings to simply aid someone find a way forward, instead, I also became driven toward solving the questions that start with how. I would deem it a privilege to take the time with someone to answer how they can move forward from their situation and how they can deal with whatever hand life has dealt them.
Sadie Mathew
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MAEd, LPCA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40517
At a time when mental health is being recognized with the importance it deserves, there is still much to understand; with the same passion that I express for the essential things in my life, I have decided to reciprocate with gratitude, spending time to guide those who need to recognize their value, potential and purpose in this life. I use various evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and A.R.T. (accelerated Resolution Therapy).
At a time when mental health is being recognized with the importance it deserves, there is still much to understand; with the same passion that I express for the essential things in my life, I have decided to reciprocate with gratitude, spending time to guide those who need to recognize their value, potential and purpose in this life. I use various evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and A.R.T. (accelerated Resolution Therapy).
Ellen Livengood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40508
I want to help you make meaningful and lasting changes in order to improve your quality of life. I enjoy working with adults who seek to deeper understand themselves and wish to gain increased self awareness. I also enjoy treating other therapists!
I want to help you make meaningful and lasting changes in order to improve your quality of life. I enjoy working with adults who seek to deeper understand themselves and wish to gain increased self awareness. I also enjoy treating other therapists!
Hannah Sparks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40504 (Online Only)
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) located in Eastern Kentucky. I graduated from Campbellsville University with my masters degree in social work in 2018.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) located in Eastern Kentucky. I graduated from Campbellsville University with my masters degree in social work in 2018.
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.
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Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40504
Are you feeling depressed or anxious, and possibly having thoughts of suicide? I provide suicide-focused treatment for individuals who are struggling with suicidal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I also provide cognitive-behavioral approaches for a range of clinical concerns affecting adults, including Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, substance abuse, grief and bereavement, especially suicide bereavement.
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Kelly McArthur
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40509 (Online Only)
Life gets messy! It's easy to get stuck! I can help you navigate crises, challenges, problems, and barriers! Finding that right person is imperative for success with reaching your goals. I can help you identify your goals and assist you with creating your own path forward so you can live your best life. You deserve freedom by finding purpose and meaning!
Life gets messy! It's easy to get stuck! I can help you navigate crises, challenges, problems, and barriers! Finding that right person is imperative for success with reaching your goals. I can help you identify your goals and assist you with creating your own path forward so you can live your best life. You deserve freedom by finding purpose and meaning!
Nathan Miles
Psychologist, PhD, HSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40509 (Online Only)
Helen Keller once said, "Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it." Although it is scary to acknowledge our pain and reach out for help, doing so is also a sign of strength and courage. I believe people do the best they can with what they have. My role is to help you utilize your strengths and share my expertise so you can develop new insights and skills to make positive life changes.
Helen Keller once said, "Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it." Although it is scary to acknowledge our pain and reach out for help, doing so is also a sign of strength and courage. I believe people do the best they can with what they have. My role is to help you utilize your strengths and share my expertise so you can develop new insights and skills to make positive life changes.
Mended Counseling & Trauma Services, LLC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
At Mended, we aim to provide quality & professional care, support, and education to individuals & families throughout the Greater Lexington area. The Mended team operates with intentionality, adapting their services to the unique needs of each client, empowering them to make healthy changes, as well as promoting emotional & physical wellness.
At Mended, we aim to provide quality & professional care, support, and education to individuals & families throughout the Greater Lexington area. The Mended team operates with intentionality, adapting their services to the unique needs of each client, empowering them to make healthy changes, as well as promoting emotional & physical wellness.
Jamie Nicole Bell
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40504 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Jamie. In life, do you often feel as if you are driving alone down a dark road and are sometimes overcome with the burdens of everyday life? Is it hard for you to be kind to yourself? Do you feel that depression or anxiety is taking away your joy? Let me help you get that joy back. Seeking therapy can be scary but you are making the right choice. You are in the driver's seat.
Hi there, I'm Jamie. In life, do you often feel as if you are driving alone down a dark road and are sometimes overcome with the burdens of everyday life? Is it hard for you to be kind to yourself? Do you feel that depression or anxiety is taking away your joy? Let me help you get that joy back. Seeking therapy can be scary but you are making the right choice. You are in the driver's seat.
Carolynn Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40509
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Addressing depression, anxiety, and processing traumatic events is essential to unlocking our true potential. These challenges can hinder our growth and prevent us from reaching our full potential. I am passionate about helping clients create positive changes so they can live more fulfilling lives. My mission is to guide individuals through their struggles, enabling them to navigate life's obstacles successfully. Through this process, we work towards fostering resilience, emotional restoration, and a renewed sense of control.
Addressing depression, anxiety, and processing traumatic events is essential to unlocking our true potential. These challenges can hinder our growth and prevent us from reaching our full potential. I am passionate about helping clients create positive changes so they can live more fulfilling lives. My mission is to guide individuals through their struggles, enabling them to navigate life's obstacles successfully. Through this process, we work towards fostering resilience, emotional restoration, and a renewed sense of control.
Birchwood Healing Place LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502
Are you looking for inner peace and calm? Maybe you are finding it difficult to regain balance and overall wellness in your current journey. Birchwood Healing Place can provide a unique and safe environment to foster growth, while promoting wellness within the mind. body. and spirit.
Are you looking for inner peace and calm? Maybe you are finding it difficult to regain balance and overall wellness in your current journey. Birchwood Healing Place can provide a unique and safe environment to foster growth, while promoting wellness within the mind. body. and spirit.
Nancy Leigh Gilmer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
You are the expert of YOU and the answers you seek are within you. I believe my role is to guide you and to help clear away the obstacles to your Truth. Often we find ourselves trapped in maladaptive thinking and behaviors that we know are unhealthy, but we can't seem to find a way to change those behaviors or create new, healthy ones. In my 22 years of experience as a Mental Health and Substance Use Therapist I have developed a therapeutic orientation that blends the Eastern Philosophies (Tao, Buddhism) with Western Psychotherapies and I tailor my approach to meet your individual needs to help you explore, heal, and flourish.
You are the expert of YOU and the answers you seek are within you. I believe my role is to guide you and to help clear away the obstacles to your Truth. Often we find ourselves trapped in maladaptive thinking and behaviors that we know are unhealthy, but we can't seem to find a way to change those behaviors or create new, healthy ones. In my 22 years of experience as a Mental Health and Substance Use Therapist I have developed a therapeutic orientation that blends the Eastern Philosophies (Tao, Buddhism) with Western Psychotherapies and I tailor my approach to meet your individual needs to help you explore, heal, and flourish.
Anna Thomas-Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40513
Hello! Welcome to the first step in making change. I hope that you're proud of yourself for being here. I am a firm believer that therapy should be a safe and empathic space for exploring, healing, and feeling. I'm happy to offer that to each of my patients. Whether your goal is to take small steps to improve your overall wellbeing or work towards large life changes, I would love to join you in your journey.
Hello! Welcome to the first step in making change. I hope that you're proud of yourself for being here. I am a firm believer that therapy should be a safe and empathic space for exploring, healing, and feeling. I'm happy to offer that to each of my patients. Whether your goal is to take small steps to improve your overall wellbeing or work towards large life changes, I would love to join you in your journey.
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Number of Therapists in Lexington, KY
700+
Average cost per session
$120
Therapists in Lexington, KY who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
70% | Self Esteem |
66% | Coping Skills |
63% | Relationship Issues |
58% | Grief |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
77% | Aetna |
75% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
70% | Humana |
How Therapists in Lexington, KY see their clients
68% | In Person and Online | |
32% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Lexington?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.