Therapists for Teens in Kentucky

I am Kimberly Alexander and I believe it is a privilege to serve my community as a helping professional. I believe life continuously evolves and change is inevitable. When accepting a client I believe they have the capacity to resolve their own problems with my assistance. I believe that as people become more accepting of themselves, they are more capable of finding happiness and contentment in their lives. I see counseling as a way of finding solutions, exploring possibilities, and facilitating self-discovery that leads to a more productive and happy life.

All experiences are unique and allowing me to help with your personal journey is an honor. I am trained and experienced in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, interpersonal relationship difficulties, child and adolescent emotional and behavioral difficulties and school related problems. I primarily utilize Neurofeedback, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and other expressive approaches.

Hello, I'm Naomi "Alix" Burke. I welcome clients of various identities and do not discriminate based upon gender or sexual identity, race, ethnicity, religion or non-religion, class, political affiliation, monogamous/polyamorous status, substance use or sobriety/recovery status, or level of education. I primarily see adult and teen (13+) clients for individual therapy and provide couples/relationship therapy on a limited basis. I love helping clients explore and better understand the nuances of their own diagnoses and identities, develop and reinforce self-worth and self-acceptance, and improve coping and executive functioning.

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.

I have a special passion for working with adolescents and young adults, and most of my clinical practice has focused on these age groups. I especially enjoy helping clients through life transitions, who are struggling in social relationships, or are adjusting to new environments like moving away from home or starting college. I have experience working with clients on issues including anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, parent-child relational problems, trauma, and adolescent substance abuse. If you’re thinking about finding a therapist for you or your child, I’d love to see if I’m a good fit.

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.

Seeking help is an important decision; choosing who can help is just as important. I have experience working with a variety of mental health and behavioral issues including anger management, adolescent behavioral issues, ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship conflict, and family therapy. I offer these services through individual and family counseling to adolescents and adults. LGBTQ+ Friendly.

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.

I am a pediatric psychologist with 25 years experience in the field of mental health, having worked exclusively with children and teens for the past 20 years. I have experience in treating a wide range of problems, but I am especially skilled in working with those who are neurodivergent (ASD, ADHD) as well as children who struggle with anxiety, OCD, social delays and sensory issues. I will work with you and your child to help clarify goals for treatment. I believe that treatment should be individualized to the needs of both the client and the family, that uniqueness should be celebrated and that strengths should be built upon.

People often struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship conflict, and trauma-related issues. Every client will be warmly welcomed into my office and together we will collaborate to meet goals to help you be the best version of you. To meet these goals, we will use tools from multiple evidenced based interventions.

xPlease be advised that I am only accepting new clients for the Teen, Adult and Parenting DBT groups that I have beginning Februaryx Vorā has experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families. She has worked with clients who experience a range of concerns including personality disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, ADHD, adjustment issues, self-harming behaviors, anger and aggression, self-esteem, child and parental relationship issues as well as everyday life stressors.

Your child or teen experiences all kinds of changes related to their physical and emotional development, peer and adult relationships, and environment. Adjusting to these challenges might require developing attachment to caregivers, learning life skills, coping with developmental delays, or understanding their emotional world. Learning to thrive in their current context might be hard for your child, but not impossible. There is hope! Your child brings a unique personality and set of strengths to the table. I am passionate about helping you and them to leverage and build on these to make meaningful and lasting change.

With over 10 years of experience in providing therapy, I understand the value of providing a safe, supportive and comfortable environment to help individuals, families and couples' get through life's biggest challenges - such as grief & loss, teen issues, family conflict, stress management, perinatal issues, infertility, communication issues, anxiety and depression and much more. I utilize an evidence based and multidimensional therapeutic approach that incorporates different therapy styles such CBT, DBT, MI, Gottman's, Strength-Based, Solution-Focused Therapy.

Sometimes life can be hard. We can get trapped living in the problem rather than the solution. Let's work together to make the changes you want. Although I enjoy working with all client types, my specialty is in substance abuse and codependency. I particularly enjoy working with adolescent and young adult males who are struggling with "failure to launch" issues as they make the transition to becoming responsible adults. My motto is "people will not care how much you know until they know how much you care." Building a positive client/therapist relationship sets the basis for growth.

Is adoption part of your family story? Do you have a child or teenager who is struggling with attachment issues or has a history of trauma? Are you a parent looking for help for your child or teen who struggles with emotional difficulties or has behavior problems? Do you and your teen have conflict related to technology. Dr. Karen can help. Dr. Karen specializes in the treatment of children, teens, women, and families. She has particular expertise in adult and child attachment, parenting, women's issues, relational trauma, pre and post adoption services, and international consultation with orphan care communities.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has committed my training and practice to helping children, adolescents, and families navigate psychological diagnoses compounded by medical complications. I deliver evidence-based treatments to individuals, groups, and families in a compassionate and solution focused manner. I also lead a perfectionism group, a body image group, and an adolescent support group.

We all have an internal pressure cooker that holds strong feelings and repressed emotions. This is especially true with today’s adolescents and teenagers. When anxiety, fear, depression, and outside stressors fill their barometer up, they reach a boiling point of eruption that plays out in extreme anger, defiance, substance abuse, addictions to social media and screens, overeating, and other destructive behaviors.

Are you overwhelmed and not sure of what to do? Do you get confusing advice from friends and family that leave you more confused. I can provide you clear direction and help you feel immediate relief. I will work with you to construct practical solutions for your problems. You can expect general improvement in your own individual well-being.

Taking the first step toward your own healing or help for your teen can feel overwhelming, but with the right support it doesn't have to be. I strive to create a safe, welcoming, and person-centered environment for each of my clients. My goal is to walk with you on this journey, empowering you or your teen to feel confident in making positive changes.