Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Louisville, KY
Individual sex therapist focused on increasing intimacy and connection with self and others. Addressing complex struggles such as: sexual interest/expression/identity, desire level ("high"/"low"/"no" libido), and/or performance worries, sexual shame, gender exploration, kink, sexual trauma history, relational stress, and more. Specializing in LGBTQIA+ and Non Monogamy Communities (polyamory, open, and more). I am NOT a couples/relationship therapist, but am happy to refer out to one when appropriate. Also support those whose lives have been negatively impacted by anxiety, low self-esteem, body image issues, and loss.
Individual sex therapist focused on increasing intimacy and connection with self and others. Addressing complex struggles such as: sexual interest/expression/identity, desire level ("high"/"low"/"no" libido), and/or performance worries, sexual shame, gender exploration, kink, sexual trauma history, relational stress, and more. Specializing in LGBTQIA+ and Non Monogamy Communities (polyamory, open, and more). I am NOT a couples/relationship therapist, but am happy to refer out to one when appropriate. Also support those whose lives have been negatively impacted by anxiety, low self-esteem, body image issues, and loss.
I implement elements of motivational interviewing, CBT, Narrative Therapy, ACT, and DBT.
I have a passion for social justice and I believe that relationships are everything! Starting with yourself. When you come to your appointment with me, you might experience laughter, empathy, and validation.
I implement elements of motivational interviewing, CBT, Narrative Therapy, ACT, and DBT.
I have a passion for social justice and I believe that relationships are everything! Starting with yourself. When you come to your appointment with me, you might experience laughter, empathy, and validation.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I help couples move from distress and distance toward greater clarity, compassion and connection. My approach is mindful, client-centered, and collaborative—focused on creating a safe space where partners can feel heard, seen, and supported.
In couples therapy, I work to guide partners toward improving communication, generating and increasing emotional safety while deepening emotional intimacy. Together, we work to repair relational injuries, strengthen bonds, and create new patterns that foster mutual growth and understanding.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I help couples move from distress and distance toward greater clarity, compassion and connection. My approach is mindful, client-centered, and collaborative—focused on creating a safe space where partners can feel heard, seen, and supported.
In couples therapy, I work to guide partners toward improving communication, generating and increasing emotional safety while deepening emotional intimacy. Together, we work to repair relational injuries, strengthen bonds, and create new patterns that foster mutual growth and understanding.
Do you feel yourself powerless in the face of strong emotions and spiraling thoughts? I can guide you to learn how to accept all parts of yourself, the "wanted" as well as the "unwanted" and gain a productive distance from thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Are you feeling fragmented by competing demands that leave you feeling unfulfilled? I can help you discover your own values and help you create actions plans that are in line with your core values. Do family dynamics leave you feeling joyless? Do you find yourself having the same arguments with little resolution? Are you struggling with self-esteem issues?
Do you feel yourself powerless in the face of strong emotions and spiraling thoughts? I can guide you to learn how to accept all parts of yourself, the "wanted" as well as the "unwanted" and gain a productive distance from thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Are you feeling fragmented by competing demands that leave you feeling unfulfilled? I can help you discover your own values and help you create actions plans that are in line with your core values. Do family dynamics leave you feeling joyless? Do you find yourself having the same arguments with little resolution? Are you struggling with self-esteem issues?
Teresa works with woman’s issues by allowing them to RECLAIM their sense of self and strengthen their ability to trust taking the lead in their life without feeling exhausted, stuck or lost. Together we work to reclaim, recognize and RENEW the connection to one’s center discovering that living with peace is an inside job. She values the need to be seen, understood and supported which is the foundation of the collaborative relationship. Through compassion, authenticity and positive regard we work through emotional issues related to transitions to help woman live from their center at any stage of the life cycle.
Teresa works with woman’s issues by allowing them to RECLAIM their sense of self and strengthen their ability to trust taking the lead in their life without feeling exhausted, stuck or lost. Together we work to reclaim, recognize and RENEW the connection to one’s center discovering that living with peace is an inside job. She values the need to be seen, understood and supported which is the foundation of the collaborative relationship. Through compassion, authenticity and positive regard we work through emotional issues related to transitions to help woman live from their center at any stage of the life cycle.
As a clinical therapist licensed in both Michigan and Kentucky. I have undergone extensive training and education to develop a deep understanding of human behavior, mental health, and social systems. This Knowledge allows me to approach therapy from a holistic perspective, considering the various factors that may be impacting your well-being.
As a clinical therapist licensed in both Michigan and Kentucky. I have undergone extensive training and education to develop a deep understanding of human behavior, mental health, and social systems. This Knowledge allows me to approach therapy from a holistic perspective, considering the various factors that may be impacting your well-being.
Allie Howard, LCSW, is dedicated to providing compassionate and expert care to individuals in Kentucky, helping clients navigate lifes challenges and build resilience. She specializes in individual therapy for adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors, offering tailored support to address a range of mental health concerns. Allies approach is rooted in empathy and evidencebased practices, ensuring each client feels seen, understood, and empowered to achieve their goals.
Allie Howard, LCSW, is dedicated to providing compassionate and expert care to individuals in Kentucky, helping clients navigate lifes challenges and build resilience. She specializes in individual therapy for adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors, offering tailored support to address a range of mental health concerns. Allies approach is rooted in empathy and evidencebased practices, ensuring each client feels seen, understood, and empowered to achieve their goals.
I specialize in working with adults and couples who are dealing with issues related to attachment, sexual identity, and neurodivergence. I often work with clients who have complicated family dynamics or high stress work environments. I treat those with a diagnosis or symptoms of ADHD, PTSD, and various types of anxiety and depression. I am passionate about providing an affirming and inclusive space for historically marginalized groups, including but not limited to BIPOC, interracial couples, and women. I also enjoy working with fellow members of the queer community.
I specialize in working with adults and couples who are dealing with issues related to attachment, sexual identity, and neurodivergence. I often work with clients who have complicated family dynamics or high stress work environments. I treat those with a diagnosis or symptoms of ADHD, PTSD, and various types of anxiety and depression. I am passionate about providing an affirming and inclusive space for historically marginalized groups, including but not limited to BIPOC, interracial couples, and women. I also enjoy working with fellow members of the queer community.
I have worked in the mental health field for 15 years. I am particularly experienced in the treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, trauma, and bereavement/grief and loss.
I have worked in the mental health field for 15 years. I am particularly experienced in the treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, trauma, and bereavement/grief and loss.
I use a variety of evidence-based practices that I have been trained in, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, all from a trauma informed perspective, to address behavioral, cognitive, and emotional issues in a collaborative way to best meet each client's needs.
I am a strong believer that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the biggest contributor to client success. Therefore, I work very hard to create a safe, non-judgemental environment with unconditional positive regard for my clients. I really enjoy helping individuals and couples cope and process with many issues and diagnoses. Most of my experience post-graduate has been working with trauma and severe mental illness. I am LGBTQ+ allied, gender-affirming, and kink and poly-friendly.
I use a variety of evidence-based practices that I have been trained in, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, all from a trauma informed perspective, to address behavioral, cognitive, and emotional issues in a collaborative way to best meet each client's needs.
I am a strong believer that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the biggest contributor to client success. Therefore, I work very hard to create a safe, non-judgemental environment with unconditional positive regard for my clients. I really enjoy helping individuals and couples cope and process with many issues and diagnoses. Most of my experience post-graduate has been working with trauma and severe mental illness. I am LGBTQ+ allied, gender-affirming, and kink and poly-friendly.
Shelly Werts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMHIMP, RYT, Reiki, Ayurved
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40291
I am specifically trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Problem Solving Therapy, Ayurvedic Wellness Coaching, Somatic Psychotherapy, and Mindfulness.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Yoga Teacher, Certified Warrior Goddess Training Facilitator, Ayurvedic Wellness Coach, Peristeam Facilitator, and Reiki Practitioner. I have been working in the mental health field for over 28 years and have a holistic perspective.
I am specifically trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Problem Solving Therapy, Ayurvedic Wellness Coaching, Somatic Psychotherapy, and Mindfulness.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Yoga Teacher, Certified Warrior Goddess Training Facilitator, Ayurvedic Wellness Coach, Peristeam Facilitator, and Reiki Practitioner. I have been working in the mental health field for over 28 years and have a holistic perspective.
Dr. Sarah Shelton - Shelton Forensic Solutions
Psychologist, PsyD, MS, MPH, MSCP
Louisville, KY 40207
Dr. Shelton and her team of psychology professionals provide traditional psychological evaluation and treatment as well as forensic psychological evaluations and expert witness testimony. They are licensed/authorized to practice in over 40 states and provide services in multiple office locations as well as remotely via secure video conferencing.
Dr. Shelton and her team of psychology professionals provide traditional psychological evaluation and treatment as well as forensic psychological evaluations and expert witness testimony. They are licensed/authorized to practice in over 40 states and provide services in multiple office locations as well as remotely via secure video conferencing.
In therapy I integrate CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and expressive activities with a client-centered nature infused interpersonal approach.
I work with individuals, families, and couples. In therapy I integrate talk and expressive modalities with mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral and interpersonal techniques. I also incorporate each clients' strengths and beliefs. I have hosted a Monday Mindfulness and CBT for anxiety and depression group as well, currently on hold.
In therapy I integrate CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and expressive activities with a client-centered nature infused interpersonal approach.
I work with individuals, families, and couples. In therapy I integrate talk and expressive modalities with mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral and interpersonal techniques. I also incorporate each clients' strengths and beliefs. I have hosted a Monday Mindfulness and CBT for anxiety and depression group as well, currently on hold.
Hello! "You are so easy to talk to." I've heard this most of my life. I consider it a privilege that people feel comfortable enough with me to open up and authentically express themselves. To me, this is the most sacred part of the experience.
Hello! "You are so easy to talk to." I've heard this most of my life. I consider it a privilege that people feel comfortable enough with me to open up and authentically express themselves. To me, this is the most sacred part of the experience.
I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in trauma recovery and the treatment of sex and porn addiction. I take a holistic and trauma-informed approach to therapy, recognizing the complex interplay between past experiences, mental health, and compulsive or addictive behaviors. Together we can create a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with honesty and vulnerability. I am passionate about helping clients overcome the impact of trauma and addiction, empowering them to reclaim their lives and cultivate healthy relationships and healthy sexuality.
I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in trauma recovery and the treatment of sex and porn addiction. I take a holistic and trauma-informed approach to therapy, recognizing the complex interplay between past experiences, mental health, and compulsive or addictive behaviors. Together we can create a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with honesty and vulnerability. I am passionate about helping clients overcome the impact of trauma and addiction, empowering them to reclaim their lives and cultivate healthy relationships and healthy sexuality.
Rebecca earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communications before completing her Master of Science in Clinical and Counseling Psychology, where she specialized in working with children, adolescents and their parents This background allows her to combine strong communication skills with clinical expertise in supporting clients and their families. She has extensive experience working in healthcare settings, where she has supported individuals and families coping with chronic illness, end-of-life care, and grief. She also works frequently with clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Rebecca earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communications before completing her Master of Science in Clinical and Counseling Psychology, where she specialized in working with children, adolescents and their parents This background allows her to combine strong communication skills with clinical expertise in supporting clients and their families. She has extensive experience working in healthcare settings, where she has supported individuals and families coping with chronic illness, end-of-life care, and grief. She also works frequently with clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Navigating change as a teenager or adult has never been more challenging. However, with a better understanding of what we’re going through and the right emotional support, we can grow and more effectively know ourselves. I work diligently to ensure each individual I works with feels heard in a safe, judgment-free zone. My goal is to help people feel understood and educated in their lives so they can feel empowered in making healthy and informed decisions.
I offer counseling to address difficulties with anxiety, depression, bipolar, relationship conflict, boundaries, trauma, social isolation, irritability, and many other concerns!
Navigating change as a teenager or adult has never been more challenging. However, with a better understanding of what we’re going through and the right emotional support, we can grow and more effectively know ourselves. I work diligently to ensure each individual I works with feels heard in a safe, judgment-free zone. My goal is to help people feel understood and educated in their lives so they can feel empowered in making healthy and informed decisions.
I offer counseling to address difficulties with anxiety, depression, bipolar, relationship conflict, boundaries, trauma, social isolation, irritability, and many other concerns!
I also use treatment interventions based in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
The therapy room is a space where people should feel seen, understood, and supported while working collaboratively to make meaningful change. I am committed to fostering healing, growth, and empowerment with patients. Humanistic and developmental orientations help me to provide individualized, wholistic mental health care. Multiculturally informed practices build safety and guide my clinical work.
I also use treatment interventions based in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
The therapy room is a space where people should feel seen, understood, and supported while working collaboratively to make meaningful change. I am committed to fostering healing, growth, and empowerment with patients. Humanistic and developmental orientations help me to provide individualized, wholistic mental health care. Multiculturally informed practices build safety and guide my clinical work.
I specialize in treating individuals and families through utilizing trauma-informed care, CBT, as well as ACT and DBT skills.
Hi! My name is Kylie and I'm a licensed social worker/therapist located in the Louisville metropolitan area. Throughout my time within the social work profession, my practice has been guided by the principles of equity, agency, empathy, and community. As a therapist, I strive to provide a safe space for clients and families to work through life's highs and lows, as well as to utilize and recognize inner strengths. Through consistent collaboration, I aim to allow clients to share their perspectives and stories, while being the agents of their treatment.
I specialize in treating individuals and families through utilizing trauma-informed care, CBT, as well as ACT and DBT skills.
Hi! My name is Kylie and I'm a licensed social worker/therapist located in the Louisville metropolitan area. Throughout my time within the social work profession, my practice has been guided by the principles of equity, agency, empathy, and community. As a therapist, I strive to provide a safe space for clients and families to work through life's highs and lows, as well as to utilize and recognize inner strengths. Through consistent collaboration, I aim to allow clients to share their perspectives and stories, while being the agents of their treatment.
Using CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and ACT, we’ll build coping skills, enhance communication, and create lasting change—empowering you to live a more fulfilling and balanced life.
I draw on evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) to thoughtfully tailor therapy to your unique needs. Together, we’ll develop coping strategies, enhance communication, and foster meaningful, lasting change.
Using CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and ACT, we’ll build coping skills, enhance communication, and create lasting change—empowering you to live a more fulfilling and balanced life.
I draw on evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) to thoughtfully tailor therapy to your unique needs. Together, we’ll develop coping strategies, enhance communication, and foster meaningful, lasting change.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.