Therapists for Children in Crestwood, KY
Welcome to Golden Life Counseling and Navigation Services. I am so glad you are here! It’s takes courage, bravery, and self determination to begin talking with someone. I provide an environment where people can talk freely, without fear or judgment. Come as you are! We all need help in this life, and it’s my passion to help you live your best golden life!
What does it mean to live a golden life? Well, what does it mean to you? That’s where I come in. My desire is to assist you in reaching your fullest potential thru positive self-change. I can assist in defining your “gold” and will create together.
Welcome to Golden Life Counseling and Navigation Services. I am so glad you are here! It’s takes courage, bravery, and self determination to begin talking with someone. I provide an environment where people can talk freely, without fear or judgment. Come as you are! We all need help in this life, and it’s my passion to help you live your best golden life!
What does it mean to live a golden life? Well, what does it mean to you? That’s where I come in. My desire is to assist you in reaching your fullest potential thru positive self-change. I can assist in defining your “gold” and will create together.
I am a Child and Family Mental Health Therapist "I believe that each of us has the desire and ability to be happy
I received my masters degree in 1983 from the University of Louisville. I worked at a Community Mental Health Agency for 13 years. While I was there I was a clinical supervisor. I have been in private practice for the past 15+ years
I am a Child and Family Mental Health Therapist "I believe that each of us has the desire and ability to be happy
I received my masters degree in 1983 from the University of Louisville. I worked at a Community Mental Health Agency for 13 years. While I was there I was a clinical supervisor. I have been in private practice for the past 15+ years
Is your child experiencing high levels of anxiety or have a phobia?
I adhere to a systemic treatment approach, which includes collaboration with pediatricians, teachers, and others. I utilize developmentally appropriate interventions and collaborate with families to implement effective parenting strategies. I have training in Parent- Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Group Therapy.
Is your child experiencing high levels of anxiety or have a phobia?
I adhere to a systemic treatment approach, which includes collaboration with pediatricians, teachers, and others. I utilize developmentally appropriate interventions and collaborate with families to implement effective parenting strategies. I have training in Parent- Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Group Therapy.
I support caregivers in understanding child development, the effects of trauma, and practical strategies that foster connection rather than fear or shame.
My clinical experience spans a wide range of settings and presenting concerns, with particular depth in working with individuals impacted by trauma, attachment disruptions, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I have extensive training in trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches, which shape my understanding of behavior as communication and coping rather than pathology. This perspective allows me to create safe, trusting therapeutic relationships where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to heal. I emphasize the importance of relational safety and emotional regulation, and collaboration.
I support caregivers in understanding child development, the effects of trauma, and practical strategies that foster connection rather than fear or shame.
My clinical experience spans a wide range of settings and presenting concerns, with particular depth in working with individuals impacted by trauma, attachment disruptions, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I have extensive training in trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches, which shape my understanding of behavior as communication and coping rather than pathology. This perspective allows me to create safe, trusting therapeutic relationships where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to heal. I emphasize the importance of relational safety and emotional regulation, and collaboration.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families.
I utilize evidenced-based, systemic, and trauma-informed models and techniques to assist clients in achieving their desired goals.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families.
I utilize evidenced-based, systemic, and trauma-informed models and techniques to assist clients in achieving their desired goals.
I am a preferred provider for Humana and Optum/UMR. Also accepted Anthem/ BCBS, Passport, most medicaid plans and self pay. I have the option of teletherapy and in office services. I have over 25 years experience working with traumas, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties.
I am a preferred provider for Humana and Optum/UMR. Also accepted Anthem/ BCBS, Passport, most medicaid plans and self pay. I have the option of teletherapy and in office services. I have over 25 years experience working with traumas, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties.
I'm a Masters level psychologist who specializes in working with the perinatal and early childhood population (birth-5), attachment and bonding difficulties, early childhood trauma, and I also see children and adolescents.
I wish I had a magic wand and could make all the pain, hurt, trauma & stress, behavior problems, worries, hard days & long nights disappear. I don't believe my job is to have all the answers for you. I see my role as being a helper and listener to support you in finding your answers & teaching new skills to help make the process a little easier. We all have hectic lives so the strategies, interventions, & resources we discuss need to be useful & also manageable for you to use in your every day life. I want you to know that you are not alone & things do and will get better.
I'm a Masters level psychologist who specializes in working with the perinatal and early childhood population (birth-5), attachment and bonding difficulties, early childhood trauma, and I also see children and adolescents.
I wish I had a magic wand and could make all the pain, hurt, trauma & stress, behavior problems, worries, hard days & long nights disappear. I don't believe my job is to have all the answers for you. I see my role as being a helper and listener to support you in finding your answers & teaching new skills to help make the process a little easier. We all have hectic lives so the strategies, interventions, & resources we discuss need to be useful & also manageable for you to use in your every day life. I want you to know that you are not alone & things do and will get better.
We help individuals, couples, teens, and children navigate anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and major life changes.
Many of our clients come to us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or unsure of their next steps. They want a safe space to talk openly, understand themselves more deeply, and learn healthier ways to cope with stress, relationships, and life transitions. Whether they’re looking to heal from the past, strengthen their family or partnership, or simply feel more grounded and in control, they’re seeking real support and practical tools that help them move forward with confidence.
We help individuals, couples, teens, and children navigate anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and major life changes.
Many of our clients come to us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or unsure of their next steps. They want a safe space to talk openly, understand themselves more deeply, and learn healthier ways to cope with stress, relationships, and life transitions. Whether they’re looking to heal from the past, strengthen their family or partnership, or simply feel more grounded and in control, they’re seeking real support and practical tools that help them move forward with confidence.
I am very passionate about helping couples strengthen their relationships, parents navigate child-rearing, and adolescents and children on their way through development.
Often, seeking guidance from an unbiased and outside source can be a vital key to personal progression. As a therapist, I want to maintain an open and honest dialogue with my clients that assists them in creating positive change in their marriages, families and individual lives. Having someone hold you accountable, as you take the necessary steps to correct unhealthy patterns, can be crucial to success. Too often, individuals choose to remain victims of their circumstances, rather than proactively changing their mindset, and becoming victors. I seek to empower clients through uncovering what may be hindering their growth.
I am very passionate about helping couples strengthen their relationships, parents navigate child-rearing, and adolescents and children on their way through development.
Often, seeking guidance from an unbiased and outside source can be a vital key to personal progression. As a therapist, I want to maintain an open and honest dialogue with my clients that assists them in creating positive change in their marriages, families and individual lives. Having someone hold you accountable, as you take the necessary steps to correct unhealthy patterns, can be crucial to success. Too often, individuals choose to remain victims of their circumstances, rather than proactively changing their mindset, and becoming victors. I seek to empower clients through uncovering what may be hindering their growth.
Is your child struggling with maintaining behaviors at home or going from home to school?
I have come to specialize in trauma with EMDR and IFS as primary treatment to help move negative messages from past traumas. When we logically know we are safe and emotionally feel scared, EMDR helps your logic talk louder and calm your emotions to a 0/10. I use traditional talk therapy, sand tray, and expressive therapy techniques to access and process.
Is your child struggling with maintaining behaviors at home or going from home to school?
I have come to specialize in trauma with EMDR and IFS as primary treatment to help move negative messages from past traumas. When we logically know we are safe and emotionally feel scared, EMDR helps your logic talk louder and calm your emotions to a 0/10. I use traditional talk therapy, sand tray, and expressive therapy techniques to access and process.
Brittney Benningfield
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , MA, LPCA
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Starting therapy can be challenging and finding a therapist who is the right fit can be even more a struggle. I believe that we all need someone to talk to and I would love to be that somebody for you! Going through life can have its ups and downs, it may even feel as if you are struggling to hang in there. As your therapist, I will meet you where you are & walk alongside of you on your journey. My goal is to provide support & tools that empower you in whichever phase of life you might be in.
Starting therapy can be challenging and finding a therapist who is the right fit can be even more a struggle. I believe that we all need someone to talk to and I would love to be that somebody for you! Going through life can have its ups and downs, it may even feel as if you are struggling to hang in there. As your therapist, I will meet you where you are & walk alongside of you on your journey. My goal is to provide support & tools that empower you in whichever phase of life you might be in.
As a neurodiverse therapist, a mom of neurodiverse children, and someone who’s walked the same path, I get it.
I specialize in working with ADHD, autism,and PTSD. My background in mental health, healthcare, and criminal justice gives me a unique lens to support first responders, caregivers, and those managing chronic stress.
As a neurodiverse therapist, a mom of neurodiverse children, and someone who’s walked the same path, I get it.
I specialize in working with ADHD, autism,and PTSD. My background in mental health, healthcare, and criminal justice gives me a unique lens to support first responders, caregivers, and those managing chronic stress.
I help men and couples build strength, clarity, and resilient relationships through a direct, character-driven approach. I work with clients who want practical tools, honest feedback, and a path toward real growth. Whether you’re facing conflict, disconnection, or personal challenges, I provide a grounded space to work through what’s holding you back and move toward a healthier, more connected life and marriage.
I help men and couples build strength, clarity, and resilient relationships through a direct, character-driven approach. I work with clients who want practical tools, honest feedback, and a path toward real growth. Whether you’re facing conflict, disconnection, or personal challenges, I provide a grounded space to work through what’s holding you back and move toward a healthier, more connected life and marriage.
I’ve supported kids, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and everyday stressors.
I’m a mom and someone who values mental and emotional wellness. I know what it’s like to juggle a lot and still want to grow. I meet you where you are and walk alongside you as you build healthier habits, stronger relationships, and more confidence in yourself.
I’ve supported kids, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and everyday stressors.
I’m a mom and someone who values mental and emotional wellness. I know what it’s like to juggle a lot and still want to grow. I meet you where you are and walk alongside you as you build healthier habits, stronger relationships, and more confidence in yourself.
I specialize in helping my clients manage emotions, family and relationship dynamics, childhood trauma, and life transitions.
If your emotions, family conflict, or life changes have started to feel harder to manage, therapy can help create clarity and stability. I work primarily with adults navigating emotional overwhelm, trauma, identity concerns, and relationship stress, with an approach that is collaborative, grounded, and focused on long-term support.
I specialize in helping my clients manage emotions, family and relationship dynamics, childhood trauma, and life transitions.
If your emotions, family conflict, or life changes have started to feel harder to manage, therapy can help create clarity and stability. I work primarily with adults navigating emotional overwhelm, trauma, identity concerns, and relationship stress, with an approach that is collaborative, grounded, and focused on long-term support.
Tiffany Palacio Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MSMFT
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I am a Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, who specializes in working with children ages 2-21 and their families.
My office is an open and judgement free zone, where I help assist children facing many different challenges. These may include family disruption, anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, emotional regulation, developmental and peer difficulties, anger management.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapy Associate, who specializes in working with children ages 2-21 and their families.
My office is an open and judgement free zone, where I help assist children facing many different challenges. These may include family disruption, anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, emotional regulation, developmental and peer difficulties, anger management.
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Are you or your child experiencing high levels of anxiety?
I adhere to an approach which includes collaboration with pediatricians, teachers, and other professionals. I utilize age-appropriate interventions and work with parents to implement effective parenting strategies. I am trained in CBT, Exposure and Response Prevention, Group Therapy, and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions.
Are you or your child experiencing high levels of anxiety?
I adhere to an approach which includes collaboration with pediatricians, teachers, and other professionals. I utilize age-appropriate interventions and work with parents to implement effective parenting strategies. I am trained in CBT, Exposure and Response Prevention, Group Therapy, and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions.
Hi! I'm Hannah, an LCSW who has been working in community mental health for over five years and chose the mental health field after engaging in a positive therapeutic experience myself to address anxiety. I am dedicated to providing a supportive environment where clients can explore and analyze their feelings, experiences, and behaviors to achieve the goals they set for themselves. I pride myself on my ability to connect with others in a wide variety of interests and help others feel more comfortable in not only opening up in sessions but also more comfortable with themselves.
Hi! I'm Hannah, an LCSW who has been working in community mental health for over five years and chose the mental health field after engaging in a positive therapeutic experience myself to address anxiety. I am dedicated to providing a supportive environment where clients can explore and analyze their feelings, experiences, and behaviors to achieve the goals they set for themselves. I pride myself on my ability to connect with others in a wide variety of interests and help others feel more comfortable in not only opening up in sessions but also more comfortable with themselves.
My ideal clients are children and young adults (ages 3–21) who are struggling academically, behaviorally, emotionally, or socially, along with their families who are seeking clarity and guidance.
I specialize in assessing cognitive, academic, behavioral, and emotional functioning in children and young adults. Using a comprehensive range of evidence-based assessment tools, I identify each child’s strengths and challenges, providing valuable insights into their unique needs and the best path forward.
My ideal clients are children and young adults (ages 3–21) who are struggling academically, behaviorally, emotionally, or socially, along with their families who are seeking clarity and guidance.
I specialize in assessing cognitive, academic, behavioral, and emotional functioning in children and young adults. Using a comprehensive range of evidence-based assessment tools, I identify each child’s strengths and challenges, providing valuable insights into their unique needs and the best path forward.
I have experience working with children, teenagers, and adults in both individual and family therapy settings.
Life can be overwhelming, especially with the crises facing so many people and their families currently. Sometimes it can all feel like too much to handle on your own. That’s where I come in as a therapist dedicated to walking alongside you in your therapeutic journey toward self-empowerment and actualization. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor & Clinical Supervisor (LPCC-S) with 13 years of experience providing mental health therapy. It is my belief that we all have within us the power for unconditionally loving ourselves and healing past traumas that may have hindered this ability.
I have experience working with children, teenagers, and adults in both individual and family therapy settings.
Life can be overwhelming, especially with the crises facing so many people and their families currently. Sometimes it can all feel like too much to handle on your own. That’s where I come in as a therapist dedicated to walking alongside you in your therapeutic journey toward self-empowerment and actualization. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor & Clinical Supervisor (LPCC-S) with 13 years of experience providing mental health therapy. It is my belief that we all have within us the power for unconditionally loving ourselves and healing past traumas that may have hindered this ability.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviors change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.