Transgender Therapists in Florence, KY
JoAnn W Payne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Florence, KY 41042
If you would like to restore a balance of healthy alertness and a peaceful settling and calm within, my practice may offer a fresh alternative. I provide a compassionate, emotionally safe, and accepting therapeutic environment. Relationship concerns, LGBTQIA, self-esteem struggles, grief, and low motivation are welcome for exploration and growth. My most recent experience has been in a high school setting, working with teens and families.One area of expertise is advocating for students with learning differences, to support specific learning needs. If you feel weighted by trauma or PTSD, I offer Trauma Healing.
If you would like to restore a balance of healthy alertness and a peaceful settling and calm within, my practice may offer a fresh alternative. I provide a compassionate, emotionally safe, and accepting therapeutic environment. Relationship concerns, LGBTQIA, self-esteem struggles, grief, and low motivation are welcome for exploration and growth. My most recent experience has been in a high school setting, working with teens and families.One area of expertise is advocating for students with learning differences, to support specific learning needs. If you feel weighted by trauma or PTSD, I offer Trauma Healing.
Kellye Ledbetter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Florence, KY 41042
I am a licensed clinical social worker who thrives to provide a safe and therapeutic working relationship with all of my clients. I have licenses to practice in both Kentucky and Ohio. Since 2000, I have worked in a variety of settings in both community and private mental health offices. My practice is geared toward finding solutions to address your underlying issues and accomplish goals we identify together. Therapy is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who thrives to provide a safe and therapeutic working relationship with all of my clients. I have licenses to practice in both Kentucky and Ohio. Since 2000, I have worked in a variety of settings in both community and private mental health offices. My practice is geared toward finding solutions to address your underlying issues and accomplish goals we identify together. Therapy is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself.
Derek Stegner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Florence, KY 41042 (Online Only)
I have many years of experience working with early childhood trauma and severe, persistent mental illness, varying from ages of 5 years to 70+. My goal is to empower and advocate for positive change within you, as the individual, and the system as a whole. The place that we will create together is a safe and judgement free space. I work through an Existential foundation, to help those I work with seek meaning and purpose, with skills built from experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, all within the context of a trauma-informed approach.
I have many years of experience working with early childhood trauma and severe, persistent mental illness, varying from ages of 5 years to 70+. My goal is to empower and advocate for positive change within you, as the individual, and the system as a whole. The place that we will create together is a safe and judgement free space. I work through an Existential foundation, to help those I work with seek meaning and purpose, with skills built from experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, all within the context of a trauma-informed approach.
Randall D. Frost
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Florence, KY 41042 (Online Only)
We accept clients that are interested in making personal changes in their behavior that will benefit their quality of life. We believe that people are able to make changes that are necessary to meet their goals.
We accept clients that are interested in making personal changes in their behavior that will benefit their quality of life. We believe that people are able to make changes that are necessary to meet their goals.
Lauryn Reckner
Counselor, LPCA
Verified Verified
Florence, KY 41042
Immediate availability for EMDR and traditional therapy in person or telehealth! Counseling allows space and time to work towards self acceptance and inner peace. I believe being vulnerable is one of the bravest things we as humans can do. As a licensed counselor who is trained in EMDR, it is my role to create a space that welcomes vulnerability by creating a non-judgemental, safe space where you are met with empathy and support . I use a trauma informed person-centered approach to help you move toward the goals we will create together. I believe you have within you what you need to heal, grow and move toward inner peace!
Immediate availability for EMDR and traditional therapy in person or telehealth! Counseling allows space and time to work towards self acceptance and inner peace. I believe being vulnerable is one of the bravest things we as humans can do. As a licensed counselor who is trained in EMDR, it is my role to create a space that welcomes vulnerability by creating a non-judgemental, safe space where you are met with empathy and support . I use a trauma informed person-centered approach to help you move toward the goals we will create together. I believe you have within you what you need to heal, grow and move toward inner peace!
Debra Kay Goran
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Florence, KY 41042
Hello, and congratulations and deciding to do something good for yourself! I am very seasoned psychologist with 4 decades of working in this field with all sorts of clients. I believe that every problem has multiple solutions and support you in finding the one that feels the most right for you. I have a great deal of experience in working with all sorts of trauma, childhood abuse, sexual trauma, military and combat trauma, car accidents, etc. I am also well versed in anxiety and depression, panic attacks, couples and relationship issues, and habit disorders.
Hello, and congratulations and deciding to do something good for yourself! I am very seasoned psychologist with 4 decades of working in this field with all sorts of clients. I believe that every problem has multiple solutions and support you in finding the one that feels the most right for you. I have a great deal of experience in working with all sorts of trauma, childhood abuse, sexual trauma, military and combat trauma, car accidents, etc. I am also well versed in anxiety and depression, panic attacks, couples and relationship issues, and habit disorders.
Julie Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Florence, KY 41042
Hello! My name is Julie Williams, LCSW-S. I am a seasoned mental health professional with 20 years’ experience. Helping you achieve your optimal health is my goal. To me, this means first and foremost, your emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing are my highest priority. My practice involves, but is not limited to, providing psychotherapy to address issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, panic disorder, grief, and those with a history of trauma.
Hello! My name is Julie Williams, LCSW-S. I am a seasoned mental health professional with 20 years’ experience. Helping you achieve your optimal health is my goal. To me, this means first and foremost, your emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing are my highest priority. My practice involves, but is not limited to, providing psychotherapy to address issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, panic disorder, grief, and those with a history of trauma.
Charles Lindeman
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Florence, KY 41042
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond.
Linda M Mika
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Florence, KY 41042
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.
Catherine Kathy M Reedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, LCADC, BCD, CGP
Verified Verified
Florence, KY 41042
When it comes to therapy it is important to choose a therapist that fits best with your needs, someone with whom you feel understood and valued. Therapy is a creative process in which we consider personal past history and how that impacts present feelings and behaviors. In a therapeutic environment of safety and compassion, we explore how to use that information to construct healthy relationships and a satisfying life for you.
When it comes to therapy it is important to choose a therapist that fits best with your needs, someone with whom you feel understood and valued. Therapy is a creative process in which we consider personal past history and how that impacts present feelings and behaviors. In a therapeutic environment of safety and compassion, we explore how to use that information to construct healthy relationships and a satisfying life for you.
Tammy Siry Horton
Counselor, LPCC-S, MTIC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Florence, KY 41042
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Supervisor. As a trauma informed certified therapist, my counseling style is warm, empathetic, honest, and direct. You can expect counseling to be goal-oriented, active, and productive. It is important to me you feel comfortable, confident, safe and empowered. It is my goal to treat each person as a unique individual, worthy of unconditional acceptance, regardless of their circumstances or struggles. I desire to see people live as whole, healthy individuals. It is a great honor to walk with others as they work through their own processes of individual healing.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Supervisor. As a trauma informed certified therapist, my counseling style is warm, empathetic, honest, and direct. You can expect counseling to be goal-oriented, active, and productive. It is important to me you feel comfortable, confident, safe and empowered. It is my goal to treat each person as a unique individual, worthy of unconditional acceptance, regardless of their circumstances or struggles. I desire to see people live as whole, healthy individuals. It is a great honor to walk with others as they work through their own processes of individual healing.
Aaron Meriwether
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Florence, KY 41042
My name is Aaron Meriwether, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I view the counseling process as an alliance between client and therapist and consider the clients as the experts of their lives. Within the structure of the therapeutic relationship, clients can access their inner strengths and promote change. My theoretical approach is based on the belief that clients are in charge of their counseling experience. They will learn and process aspects of their life to promote growth.
My name is Aaron Meriwether, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I view the counseling process as an alliance between client and therapist and consider the clients as the experts of their lives. Within the structure of the therapeutic relationship, clients can access their inner strengths and promote change. My theoretical approach is based on the belief that clients are in charge of their counseling experience. They will learn and process aspects of their life to promote growth.
Kristen L Salvato
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Florence, KY 41022
I am pledged toward collaborating with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in understanding their life choices with resources in school, work, and community. As collaborative partners, we can undertake short and long term solutions that can strengthen the client's physical and emotional health and best interest. By creating solutions, the client will be able to build and strengthen their motivation and success in their daily activities, interests, and relationships.
I am pledged toward collaborating with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in understanding their life choices with resources in school, work, and community. As collaborative partners, we can undertake short and long term solutions that can strengthen the client's physical and emotional health and best interest. By creating solutions, the client will be able to build and strengthen their motivation and success in their daily activities, interests, and relationships.
Denise R Myers
Counselor, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Florence, KY 41042 (Online Only)
Different people need different things at different times in their lives. For the most part, my style is person-centered, which feels more like two friends talking. We take the time to get to know one another, your unique interests and what makes you tick. We utilize this information to personally tailor our time together.
Different people need different things at different times in their lives. For the most part, my style is person-centered, which feels more like two friends talking. We take the time to get to know one another, your unique interests and what makes you tick. We utilize this information to personally tailor our time together.
Dr. Kate LaJoie
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Florence, KY 41022
Waitlist for new clients
No matter what has brought you to therapy, your experience is valid. I believe that even the most unlikeable, confusing, extreme parts of you have a wisdom to be understood, a protectiveness to be thanked, and a vulnerability to be seen and heard. In my practice, I will seek to meet you exactly where you are, and together we can tend to the unique challenges in your life. My ultimate goal is for clients to uncover their essential self—to rediscover their own innate wisdom and strength that can face whatever life brings. We will work together to create a life where you feel more aware and in charge of your journey.
No matter what has brought you to therapy, your experience is valid. I believe that even the most unlikeable, confusing, extreme parts of you have a wisdom to be understood, a protectiveness to be thanked, and a vulnerability to be seen and heard. In my practice, I will seek to meet you exactly where you are, and together we can tend to the unique challenges in your life. My ultimate goal is for clients to uncover their essential self—to rediscover their own innate wisdom and strength that can face whatever life brings. We will work together to create a life where you feel more aware and in charge of your journey.
Julie Labanz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Florence, KY 41042 (Online Only)
Do you and your partner have different ideas of how often you should have sex or about the quality of it? Are you experiencing shame or pain when trying to engage with a partner sexually? Are you interested in pursuing a non-traditional relationship or in a consensual non-monogamous relationship but having trouble navigating those waters? Do you worry that you might be addicted to porn or sex? Are you and your partner struggling to communicate and feel like all you do anymore is argue? I'm here to help you address those issues and more in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
Do you and your partner have different ideas of how often you should have sex or about the quality of it? Are you experiencing shame or pain when trying to engage with a partner sexually? Are you interested in pursuing a non-traditional relationship or in a consensual non-monogamous relationship but having trouble navigating those waters? Do you worry that you might be addicted to porn or sex? Are you and your partner struggling to communicate and feel like all you do anymore is argue? I'm here to help you address those issues and more in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
Beth Mcfarland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Florence, KY 41042
Not accepting new clients
I like working with individuals who are motivated and willing to work on their presenting problem(s). I work with all age groups however my focus has been on children and adolescents. I have extensive training in anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and trauma.
I like working with individuals who are motivated and willing to work on their presenting problem(s). I work with all age groups however my focus has been on children and adolescents. I have extensive training in anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and trauma.
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Jessica Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Covington, KY 41018 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed and need support? Are you struggling with anxiety or having trouble in your relationships? Maybe you're finding it difficult to achieve your goals? It can be exhausting to navigate the obstacles life throws at us. I understand how difficult and scary it can be to take the first step and begin the healing process. In our sessions, I'll meet you where you are with compassion and evidence-based practices so we can identify what's not working and find a way to help you meet your goals for a healthier, happier life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and need support? Are you struggling with anxiety or having trouble in your relationships? Maybe you're finding it difficult to achieve your goals? It can be exhausting to navigate the obstacles life throws at us. I understand how difficult and scary it can be to take the first step and begin the healing process. In our sessions, I'll meet you where you are with compassion and evidence-based practices so we can identify what's not working and find a way to help you meet your goals for a healthier, happier life.
Alice Elizabeth Walker
EdD, LPCC
Verified Verified
Covington, KY 41018
Life can be stressful, but when you are confronted with major change, loss or trauma the simplest tasks can feel overwhelming. Therapy can help support, guide and heal current and past events, heal depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, abuse, as well as change patterns that continue to prevent relationship, social and professional goals from being met.
Life can be stressful, but when you are confronted with major change, loss or trauma the simplest tasks can feel overwhelming. Therapy can help support, guide and heal current and past events, heal depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, abuse, as well as change patterns that continue to prevent relationship, social and professional goals from being met.
Sydnee L Franklin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Covington, KY 41018 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Sydnee! Are you looking to find ways to make life a little easier or learn more about yourself? I work with teens, young adults, and adults to help them grow in the areas they struggle with the most. We will spend our first session getting to know each other and figuring out how we can work best together. After that, our sessions are led by you; what's on your mind, what you're struggling with, and what you need from me.
Hi, I'm Sydnee! Are you looking to find ways to make life a little easier or learn more about yourself? I work with teens, young adults, and adults to help them grow in the areas they struggle with the most. We will spend our first session getting to know each other and figuring out how we can work best together. After that, our sessions are led by you; what's on your mind, what you're struggling with, and what you need from me.
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As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.