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Ben J. Turner

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA

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503 Darby Creek Road, Suite C, Lexington, KY 40509
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Available both in-person and online
503 Darby Creek Road Suite C Lexington, KY 40509
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Feeling anxious, stuck, or overwhelmed? Maybe you’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t really help—or you’re not sure where to start. You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin. If something in your life isn’t working, we can start there.
I work with children, teens, adults, and families dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, and feeling stuck. I also help people who haven’t gotten much out of therapy before and are looking for a different approach. My goal is to help you create real, lasting change—not just temporary relief.
My approach is active and collaborative. I integrate relational therapy and clinical hypnosis to help you access deeper patterns and shift them at the root. This isn’t about surface-level coping—it’s about understanding what’s actually driving your experience and changing it in a meaningful way.
Take the first step to help. Call or Ben J. Turner now - (502) 743-4378

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Bluegrass Counseling and Trauma Services

503 Darby Creek Road

Suite C

Lexington, KY 40509 map

(502) 743-4378
My website
I offer sessions in-person in Lexington, KY, or telehealth. I currently have openings and can usually see new clients within a few days.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Life Transitions 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (502) 743-4378
Photo of Ben J. Turner, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Bluegrass Counseling and Trauma Services

503 Darby Creek Road

Suite C

Lexington, KY 40509 map

(502) 743-4378
My website
I offer sessions in-person in Lexington, KY, or telehealth. I currently have openings and can usually see new clients within a few days.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Life Transitions 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100
  • Couple Sessions $100

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • Passport Health Plan
  • WellCare
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I accept select insurance plans, but private pay is often preferred. Private pay allows greater clinical flexibility, continuity, and depth. Insurance may limit pace, focus, or length of care. Private pay is $100 per session.
Photo of Ben J. Turner, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Ben J. Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
or call with questions - (502) 743-4378
"
I accept select insurance plans, but private pay is often preferred. Private pay allows greater clinical flexibility, continuity, and depth. Insurance may limit pace, focus, or length of care. Private pay is $100 per session.
Photo of Ben J. Turner, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Ben J. Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
or call with questions - (502) 743-4378

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Kentucky / 289663 Supervised by Mark Deaton (Kentucky / 240673) Ben Joseph Turner
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
  • Attended Harding University, M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Harding University B.S. Psychology / 2020
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I use a blend of evidence-based therapy approaches, including relational therapy and clinical hypnosis, to help clients create meaningful, lasting change. My work focuses on getting beneath surface-level symptoms so we can understand and shift the patterns that keep you stuck.
Photo of Ben J. Turner, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Ben J. Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
or call with questions - (502) 743-4378
"
I use a blend of evidence-based therapy approaches, including relational therapy and clinical hypnosis, to help clients create meaningful, lasting change. My work focuses on getting beneath surface-level symptoms so we can understand and shift the patterns that keep you stuck.
Photo of Ben J. Turner, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Ben J. Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
or call with questions - (502) 743-4378

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Behavioral Issues
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personal Growth
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work with people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—whether that shows up as anxiety, low motivation, relationship stress, or a sense that something just isn't right. I also work well with clients who have tried therapy before but didn't feel like it really helped. Together, we focus on finding a way forward that creates real change—not just temporary relief.
Photo of Ben J. Turner, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Ben J. Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
or call with questions - (502) 743-4378
"
I work with people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—whether that shows up as anxiety, low motivation, relationship stress, or a sense that something just isn't right. I also work well with clients who have tried therapy before but didn't feel like it really helped. Together, we focus on finding a way forward that creates real change—not just temporary relief.
Photo of Ben J. Turner, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Ben J. Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
or call with questions - (502) 743-4378

4 Endorsements

Kurt Montooth
Kurt Montooth
Marriage & Family Therapist
Ben is an incredible therapist! He does deep introspective work with cleints!
Jolene Young
Jolene Young
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Ben's work is grounded in evidence-based practices and a strong understanding of human development across the lifespan. I have seen his dedication to his clients. If you're considering starting therapy, I encourage you to connect with Ben.
Leila Goodpaster
Leila Goodpaster
CounselorMEdLPCC-SADHD-CCTIC
Well versed and knowledgeable! Highly recommend.
Brendan Jeffrey Batts
Brendan Jeffrey Batts
CounselorLAC
Ben is an excellent therapist who channels his passion for helping others into researching and implementing relevant and effective techniques to clients' problems while endeavoring to understand clients fully. I highly recommend him as a therapist.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Ericksonian
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Interpersonal
  • Jungian
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
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My approach is collaborative, active, and tailored to you. Rather than following a rigid structure, we focus on what's happening in your life right now and work from there. I draw from experiential, relational, and insight-oriented approaches to help you better understand yourself, shift unhelpful patterns, and move toward a more meaningful and grounded way of living.
Photo of Ben J. Turner, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Ben J. Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
or call with questions - (502) 743-4378
"
My approach is collaborative, active, and tailored to you. Rather than following a rigid structure, we focus on what's happening in your life right now and work from there. I draw from experiential, relational, and insight-oriented approaches to help you better understand yourself, shift unhelpful patterns, and move toward a more meaningful and grounded way of living.
Photo of Ben J. Turner, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Ben J. Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
or call with questions - (502) 743-4378

Location

Primary Location

Bluegrass Counseling and Trauma Services

503 Darby Creek Road

Suite C

Lexington, KY 40509

(502) 743-4378
"
I offer sessions in-person in Lexington, KY, or telehealth. I currently have openings and can usually see new clients within a few days.
Photo of Ben J. Turner, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Ben J. Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (502) 743-4378
"
I offer sessions in-person in Lexington, KY, or telehealth. I currently have openings and can usually see new clients within a few days.
Photo of Ben J. Turner, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Ben J. Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPCA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (502) 743-4378