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David Kingsbury
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, LCADC, NCC, ICAADC
Verified Verified
Columbia, KY 42728
Over the years, I have worked with a diverse client population, addressing areas such as severe mental illness including schizophrenia & bipolar disorder, developmental & intellectual disorders, child and adolescent therapy, anxiety & depression, marriage and family therapy, grief, substance abuse, trauma, and group counseling.
Are you looking for someone passionate about helping you overcome obstacles, achieve happiness, or discover your life purpose? Finding my own recovery and faith, along with helping others conquer challenges similar to my own, are major motivators for my personal mission and professional work. I see my career less as a job and more as a calling. My heart is to make a difference in your life and to help you overcome anxiety, depression, and emotional pain. So, really, each encounter is an opportunity, a chance to give back some of what I’ve been given.
Over the years, I have worked with a diverse client population, addressing areas such as severe mental illness including schizophrenia & bipolar disorder, developmental & intellectual disorders, child and adolescent therapy, anxiety & depression, marriage and family therapy, grief, substance abuse, trauma, and group counseling.
Are you looking for someone passionate about helping you overcome obstacles, achieve happiness, or discover your life purpose? Finding my own recovery and faith, along with helping others conquer challenges similar to my own, are major motivators for my personal mission and professional work. I see my career less as a job and more as a calling. My heart is to make a difference in your life and to help you overcome anxiety, depression, and emotional pain. So, really, each encounter is an opportunity, a chance to give back some of what I’ve been given.
(270) 213-6302 View (270) 213-6302
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Katie Graham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40208  (Online Only)
I also realize how important it is to identify all aspects of an individual’s life that impact their well-being including their physical health, support systems ( family, friends, etc.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. I initially began in the mental health field while completing my undergraduate degree from Western Kentucky University. Following my undergraduate degree, I further expanded my work in the mental health field and began my Masters of Social Work program while working as a Behavioral Health Specialist at a community mental health agency. In May 2019, I completed my MSW degree and began my clinical practice.
I also realize how important it is to identify all aspects of an individual’s life that impact their well-being including their physical health, support systems ( family, friends, etc.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. I initially began in the mental health field while completing my undergraduate degree from Western Kentucky University. Following my undergraduate degree, I further expanded my work in the mental health field and began my Masters of Social Work program while working as a Behavioral Health Specialist at a community mental health agency. In May 2019, I completed my MSW degree and began my clinical practice.
(502) 317-8666 View (502) 317-8666
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Rosalie (Guthrie) Allen
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40503
In my personal life, I enjoy gardening, entertaining friends and family, baking sourdough bread, hiking, listening to therapy podcasts, and raising healthy, happy houseplants.
Hi, I’m Rosalie. I help couples and parents who are stressed out and need support. I believe you’re doing the best you can. Maybe you are ready to work on marital problems that have slowly built up over the years. Maybe you're not sure if you and your spouse/partner can recover the love and connection that you once counted on. Perhaps you would like to feel more confident as a parent or co-parent. Maybe you just need to figure out where to start. I can help you no matter where you are in your couple/ family journey.
In my personal life, I enjoy gardening, entertaining friends and family, baking sourdough bread, hiking, listening to therapy podcasts, and raising healthy, happy houseplants.
Hi, I’m Rosalie. I help couples and parents who are stressed out and need support. I believe you’re doing the best you can. Maybe you are ready to work on marital problems that have slowly built up over the years. Maybe you're not sure if you and your spouse/partner can recover the love and connection that you once counted on. Perhaps you would like to feel more confident as a parent or co-parent. Maybe you just need to figure out where to start. I can help you no matter where you are in your couple/ family journey.
(859) 203-1411 View (859) 203-1411
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Marydora Conley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40245
I have had special Eating Disorder training, Emotionally Focused Couples training and Internal Family Systems training.
When someone is faced with emotional pain, knowing what to do is difficult and counseling can be freightening. As a marriage & family therapist and social worker, it is my practice to provide a safe environment for clients to resolve their issues of concern. Using the client's expertise of self as a vital part of my team is solicited and used along with my life experience and educational knowledge to make positive changes. Validation and client strengths are part of the therapeutic process. Feeling in control of one's situation and finding hope for a healthy future can be expected.
I have had special Eating Disorder training, Emotionally Focused Couples training and Internal Family Systems training.
When someone is faced with emotional pain, knowing what to do is difficult and counseling can be freightening. As a marriage & family therapist and social worker, it is my practice to provide a safe environment for clients to resolve their issues of concern. Using the client's expertise of self as a vital part of my team is solicited and used along with my life experience and educational knowledge to make positive changes. Validation and client strengths are part of the therapeutic process. Feeling in control of one's situation and finding hope for a healthy future can be expected.
(502) 653-1418 View (502) 653-1418
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Jennifer Lanham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40217
I provide Individual and Family Therapy specializing in trauma, substance use, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, depression, and bipolar.
Healing work begins by providing a safe, non-judgmental space. As a collaborative relationship between client and therapist, effective treatment outcomes center on the client's sense of self-efficacy. My clinical approach and techniques include trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. These methods and techniques provide a unique and innovative delivery for behavioral health care.
I provide Individual and Family Therapy specializing in trauma, substance use, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, depression, and bipolar.
Healing work begins by providing a safe, non-judgmental space. As a collaborative relationship between client and therapist, effective treatment outcomes center on the client's sense of self-efficacy. My clinical approach and techniques include trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. These methods and techniques provide a unique and innovative delivery for behavioral health care.
(502) 747-1693 View (502) 747-1693
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Warren Lambert
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207  (Online Only)
I work primarily with adolescents and adults. I believe people, at different points in their lives, may need support overcoming hurdles or may just be feeling "stuck." I enjoy working with clients who have concerns in many areas, including depression, relationships, identity, adjustment, anxiety and worry, stress and life management, or family concerns. I value my work as a psychologist and approach each client with respect for their own unique identity and the concerns they seek therapy for.
I work primarily with adolescents and adults. I believe people, at different points in their lives, may need support overcoming hurdles or may just be feeling "stuck." I enjoy working with clients who have concerns in many areas, including depression, relationships, identity, adjustment, anxiety and worry, stress and life management, or family concerns. I value my work as a psychologist and approach each client with respect for their own unique identity and the concerns they seek therapy for.
(502) 947-3837 View (502) 947-3837
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Charlene Brown McDonald
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Thomas, KY 41075  (Online Only)
Feeling weighed down by grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma? Maybe you're having trouble making sense of it all and moving forward. Perhaps you are experiencing relationship issues and setting healthy boundaries with family, friends, and significant others? Maybe your career/education path just isn't meeting your needs. You want to feel better about yourself and learn healthy skills to live your life to the fullest. You deserve it.
Feeling weighed down by grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma? Maybe you're having trouble making sense of it all and moving forward. Perhaps you are experiencing relationship issues and setting healthy boundaries with family, friends, and significant others? Maybe your career/education path just isn't meeting your needs. You want to feel better about yourself and learn healthy skills to live your life to the fullest. You deserve it.
(859) 237-8979 View (859) 237-8979
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Paul S O'Neill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40503
Engaging in therapeutic alliances with patients and clients for over 28 years, 13 of those years through Access Wellness Group in Lexington, I specialize in treating children and teens including behavioral management, and Bipolar/Depressive Disorders. I also specialize with anxiety disorders, trauma, and alcoholism/addiction (including the effects of addiction and dysfunction within the family system) applying individual, family, and marital counseling approaches. Treatment approaches include psychodynamic/insight therapy approaches, Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma based CBT, and recovery dynamics.
Engaging in therapeutic alliances with patients and clients for over 28 years, 13 of those years through Access Wellness Group in Lexington, I specialize in treating children and teens including behavioral management, and Bipolar/Depressive Disorders. I also specialize with anxiety disorders, trauma, and alcoholism/addiction (including the effects of addiction and dysfunction within the family system) applying individual, family, and marital counseling approaches. Treatment approaches include psychodynamic/insight therapy approaches, Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma based CBT, and recovery dynamics.
(859) 759-0165 View (859) 759-0165
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Willis Steer
Art Therapist, ATR-BC, LPAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
I am a board-certified Art Therapist and experienced in therapies including Talk (CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused), Family, Play, and Expressive Therapies.
Looking for someone to talk to in a safe and non-judgmental environment? Life can be overwhelming at times, but I am here to listen and help process some of the challenges life can throw at you. Together, we will explore, identify, and address your needs through an individualized therapy process.
I am a board-certified Art Therapist and experienced in therapies including Talk (CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused), Family, Play, and Expressive Therapies.
Looking for someone to talk to in a safe and non-judgmental environment? Life can be overwhelming at times, but I am here to listen and help process some of the challenges life can throw at you. Together, we will explore, identify, and address your needs through an individualized therapy process.
(502) 317-1770 x1 View (502) 317-1770 x1
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Jennifer Bettersworth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Bowling Green, KY 42104
Emerging from a background in Psychological research, I endeavor to utilize cutting edge treatments to address depression, anxiety and emotional distress. Modalities that I practice include brainspotting, guided meditation/imagery, art and sound therapy, Internal Family Systems, emotionally-focused therapy, and mind/body somatic communication techniques to heal trauma and to promote psychological balance and happiness. If you desire a deep connection with others and you have a desire to grow and be inspired, call me and speak with a highly sensitive intuit, psychotherapist, artist and expressive therapist, with 15 years experience in helping others find greater clarity, peace and well-being in their lives.
Emerging from a background in Psychological research, I endeavor to utilize cutting edge treatments to address depression, anxiety and emotional distress. Modalities that I practice include brainspotting, guided meditation/imagery, art and sound therapy, Internal Family Systems, emotionally-focused therapy, and mind/body somatic communication techniques to heal trauma and to promote psychological balance and happiness. If you desire a deep connection with others and you have a desire to grow and be inspired, call me and speak with a highly sensitive intuit, psychotherapist, artist and expressive therapist, with 15 years experience in helping others find greater clarity, peace and well-being in their lives.
(270) 212-4987 View (270) 212-4987
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ACTION, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CYMHS
Verified Verified
Bowling Green, KY 42104
I look forward to helping you achieve your family's goals and help you overcome those obstacles that are standing in the way of a "normal life.
I am the clinician that helps your child cope with divorce, moving, or a new school. The therapist who visits and advocates for your teenager at school. I am the clinician who shows up for your family after a death, an accident, or a stressful day of tantrums. I am a therapist who understands that kids have big emotions and need help managing those, but mom and dad need help sometimes, too. At ACTION, we offer individual, group, and family therapy. We also offer peer support and case management services for additional support. We want to help you and we want to be there for you!
I look forward to helping you achieve your family's goals and help you overcome those obstacles that are standing in the way of a "normal life.
I am the clinician that helps your child cope with divorce, moving, or a new school. The therapist who visits and advocates for your teenager at school. I am the clinician who shows up for your family after a death, an accident, or a stressful day of tantrums. I am a therapist who understands that kids have big emotions and need help managing those, but mom and dad need help sometimes, too. At ACTION, we offer individual, group, and family therapy. We also offer peer support and case management services for additional support. We want to help you and we want to be there for you!
(270) 970-1536 View (270) 970-1536
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Cindy Owen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paducah, KY 42001
Confidential and supportive clinical services are provided. We offer individual, couples, and family counseling for all ages in a friendly and comfortable environment.
Confidential and supportive clinical services are provided. We offer individual, couples, and family counseling for all ages in a friendly and comfortable environment.
(270) 697-9975 View (270) 697-9975
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Integrative Counseling Center
Counselor
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
We are a group of clinicians with a wide variety of specialities including play therapy, EMDR, CBT, couples and family therapies. With over 30 years of experience our clinicians treat age groups starting at 2 years through adult.
We are a group of clinicians with a wide variety of specialities including play therapy, EMDR, CBT, couples and family therapies. With over 30 years of experience our clinicians treat age groups starting at 2 years through adult.
(859) 903-0168 View (859) 903-0168
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Southland Child, Adult, and Family Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40503
We are a private counseling practice in Lexington. Our remarkable team of clinical social workers and clinical counselors consist of Jessica Jaramillo, Vicki Von Almen Gray, Jennifer Congleton, Emma Lovely, Leeann Hayslett, Monica Stewart, Dr. Imelda Bratton, Joan Scales, Emily Porter, Dr. Becky Hill, and Rachel O'Farrell . We have a variety of specialties, experiences, and skills. As our name reflects, we focus on the clinical needs for all ages: young children, school aged children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We offer day, evening, and Saturday sessions, to support diverse individual and family needs.
We are a private counseling practice in Lexington. Our remarkable team of clinical social workers and clinical counselors consist of Jessica Jaramillo, Vicki Von Almen Gray, Jennifer Congleton, Emma Lovely, Leeann Hayslett, Monica Stewart, Dr. Imelda Bratton, Joan Scales, Emily Porter, Dr. Becky Hill, and Rachel O'Farrell . We have a variety of specialties, experiences, and skills. As our name reflects, we focus on the clinical needs for all ages: young children, school aged children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We offer day, evening, and Saturday sessions, to support diverse individual and family needs.
(859) 904-5796 View (859) 904-5796
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Cindy Coscia
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, KY 40741
Many of the specialty areas include (not limited): Individual, Family and Group counseling, Crisis Intervention, Trauma management, Addiction therapy, Training and Clinical Supervision.
We know so much for certain about the human anatomy, but when it comes to our mental health even the line between the brain and the mind is blurred. Behavioral Health interests me because nothing is ever certain. Even when it comes to the treatment of individual illnesses, there is no set way of treating a patient, and often it is only a mix of many approaches that can solve an issue entirely...
Many of the specialty areas include (not limited): Individual, Family and Group counseling, Crisis Intervention, Trauma management, Addiction therapy, Training and Clinical Supervision.
We know so much for certain about the human anatomy, but when it comes to our mental health even the line between the brain and the mind is blurred. Behavioral Health interests me because nothing is ever certain. Even when it comes to the treatment of individual illnesses, there is no set way of treating a patient, and often it is only a mix of many approaches that can solve an issue entirely...
(606) 716-0442 x101 View (606) 716-0442 x101
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Kimberly A Maugans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Prospect, KY 40059
These skills greatly improve your sense of empowerment, and happiness with yourself, your partner, and your family.
I enjoy working with adults and couples in a safe, confidential, non-judgmental environment where you can share your thoughts and feelings while giving you helpful, practical skills and information on how you can gain power and happiness in your life as well as peace. I have been voted as a 3 Best marriage counselors in Louisville, KY (2016 & 2019) and was ranked by "Kev's Best" as a top marriage counsellor in Spring 2022. I enjoy helping couples of all stages and challenges to succeed with long term happiness and peace in their relationships.
These skills greatly improve your sense of empowerment, and happiness with yourself, your partner, and your family.
I enjoy working with adults and couples in a safe, confidential, non-judgmental environment where you can share your thoughts and feelings while giving you helpful, practical skills and information on how you can gain power and happiness in your life as well as peace. I have been voted as a 3 Best marriage counselors in Louisville, KY (2016 & 2019) and was ranked by "Kev's Best" as a top marriage counsellor in Spring 2022. I enjoy helping couples of all stages and challenges to succeed with long term happiness and peace in their relationships.
(502) 632-7779 View (502) 632-7779
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Stefani McElheney
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Florence, KY 41042
Hello and thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I hope we will begin working together soon. I am a strengths-based, collaborative Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a Master's Degree in Social Work with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. My ideal client would be an individual (child, adolescent, adult), couple, and/or family, who are motivated and willing to work with me to improve their life functioning in order to achieve their goals of being successful in all life domains.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I hope we will begin working together soon. I am a strengths-based, collaborative Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a Master's Degree in Social Work with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. My ideal client would be an individual (child, adolescent, adult), couple, and/or family, who are motivated and willing to work with me to improve their life functioning in order to achieve their goals of being successful in all life domains.
(859) 274-9607 View (859) 274-9607
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Anthony Meza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
I have been working with the members of our community for over eight years and have partnered with various agencies throughout the city to ensure success for my clients. Throughout my education and experience, I have found that the therapeutic approaches I favor, but not limited to, are Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I would like to utilize my experience gained throughout my career to empower clients from all age ranges with-in the Lexington community.
I have been working with the members of our community for over eight years and have partnered with various agencies throughout the city to ensure success for my clients. Throughout my education and experience, I have found that the therapeutic approaches I favor, but not limited to, are Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I would like to utilize my experience gained throughout my career to empower clients from all age ranges with-in the Lexington community.
(859) 800-7158 View (859) 800-7158
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Sunita Bhatnagar
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
My training includes Psychological & Developmental Assessment, Crisis intervention, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Behavioral Medicine, Stress management, Hypnosis, EMDR, Individual, Family and Group Therapy.
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.
My training includes Psychological & Developmental Assessment, Crisis intervention, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Behavioral Medicine, Stress management, Hypnosis, EMDR, Individual, Family and Group Therapy.
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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Linda M Mika
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Thomas, KY 41075
Being a Solution-Focused therapist, I can help you set goals and find direction. Whether you need clarity with individual issues or are dealing with marital or family concerns, together we can develop a path to recovery.
Being a Solution-Focused therapist, I can help you set goals and find direction. Whether you need clarity with individual issues or are dealing with marital or family concerns, together we can develop a path to recovery.
(859) 795-3546 View (859) 795-3546
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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.