Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Louisville, KY
Hi there! Welcome to Kind Mind, which is the gentle landing place you have been looking for. My name is Morgan and I'm already so proud of you for starting this journey. Whether you are seeking out therapy as a means to heal from past traumas or are just looking to grow in self-compassion and awareness, welcome! It can be crazy hard to change, and harder still to acknowledge change is needed. It truly is my greatest honor to sit across from individuals and couples who are taking that first step to better themselves - with and immense amount of courage and curiosity - knowing that change can be really hard and uncomfortable.
Hi there! Welcome to Kind Mind, which is the gentle landing place you have been looking for. My name is Morgan and I'm already so proud of you for starting this journey. Whether you are seeking out therapy as a means to heal from past traumas or are just looking to grow in self-compassion and awareness, welcome! It can be crazy hard to change, and harder still to acknowledge change is needed. It truly is my greatest honor to sit across from individuals and couples who are taking that first step to better themselves - with and immense amount of courage and curiosity - knowing that change can be really hard and uncomfortable.
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.
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.
Billy Butler is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2017. He has a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marymount University in Arlington, VA. Billy values the therapeutic relationship and strives to cultivate a safe, warm, and accepting space for clients to experience growth and transformation. Through a holistic approach to therapy, Billy meets clients where they are and develops personalized therapy goals that empower the client to make desired positive change in their lives.
Billy Butler is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2017. He has a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marymount University in Arlington, VA. Billy values the therapeutic relationship and strives to cultivate a safe, warm, and accepting space for clients to experience growth and transformation. Through a holistic approach to therapy, Billy meets clients where they are and develops personalized therapy goals that empower the client to make desired positive change in their lives.
If you’ve held back from therapy because you fear being misunderstood, you’re not alone. I’m dedicated to creating a safe, empathetic space where you can openly share your story, challenges, and hopes—and see tangible, measurable progress. Whether you’re looking for rapid, goal‑oriented change or prefer a slower, reflective pace, my 15 years of experience equip me to guide you confidently toward the outcomes you want and deserve.
If you’ve held back from therapy because you fear being misunderstood, you’re not alone. I’m dedicated to creating a safe, empathetic space where you can openly share your story, challenges, and hopes—and see tangible, measurable progress. Whether you’re looking for rapid, goal‑oriented change or prefer a slower, reflective pace, my 15 years of experience equip me to guide you confidently toward the outcomes you want and deserve.
Hi, I'm Mika.
Before moving into private practice, I worked in a university counseling setting, where I encountered clients presenting to therapy to address a wide range of struggles and life transitions. That experience deepened my understanding of how layered and complex our idea of “wellness” can be. It underscored the importance of exploring a person’s inner world—how their past, relationships, and search for meaning intersect in the ongoing work of living a more integrated and authentic life.
Hi, I'm Mika.
Before moving into private practice, I worked in a university counseling setting, where I encountered clients presenting to therapy to address a wide range of struggles and life transitions. That experience deepened my understanding of how layered and complex our idea of “wellness” can be. It underscored the importance of exploring a person’s inner world—how their past, relationships, and search for meaning intersect in the ongoing work of living a more integrated and authentic life.
Do you feel like food controls you? Are you tired of constantly thinking about your weight, food, or exercise? Do you feel like you've lost a sense of what matters most? You are not alone! An eating disorder can take away your passion, strength, and relationships. I want to help you through the recovery process so you can live the life you desire! We will work together to reset the way you think about food and your body, with the goal of living your best life. To learn more, visit www.aspirewellnessky.com.
Do you feel like food controls you? Are you tired of constantly thinking about your weight, food, or exercise? Do you feel like you've lost a sense of what matters most? You are not alone! An eating disorder can take away your passion, strength, and relationships. I want to help you through the recovery process so you can live the life you desire! We will work together to reset the way you think about food and your body, with the goal of living your best life. To learn more, visit www.aspirewellnessky.com.
Trained in DBT, CBT, SFT, MI, & ACT techniques.
Hello! I'm here to support you in better understanding yourself by navigating behavior, thought, and emotional patterns to identify how they impact daily life. Therapy is a partnership between provider and client, and we will work together to define goals and to identify strengths and barriers to achieving goals. Whether your goal is to improve healthy habits, process trauma, strength relationships, or something different, I'm here to help.
Trained in DBT, CBT, SFT, MI, & ACT techniques.
Hello! I'm here to support you in better understanding yourself by navigating behavior, thought, and emotional patterns to identify how they impact daily life. Therapy is a partnership between provider and client, and we will work together to define goals and to identify strengths and barriers to achieving goals. Whether your goal is to improve healthy habits, process trauma, strength relationships, or something different, I'm here to help.
Dr. RonSonlyn S. Clark is the Clinical Director at Boulware Mission, where she developed Kentucky's first gambling treatment program. She also directs the GOALS Substance Abuse Program at Daviess County Detention Center and previously served as Sr. Director of Prevention and Substance Use Disorder Services at River Valley Behavioral Health, retiring after 22 years in community mental health. A pioneer in addiction treatment with over 35 years of experience, she was Kentucky’s first female Certified Gambling Counselor and holds numerous credentials, including LCADC, NCC, and MAC.
Dr. RonSonlyn S. Clark is the Clinical Director at Boulware Mission, where she developed Kentucky's first gambling treatment program. She also directs the GOALS Substance Abuse Program at Daviess County Detention Center and previously served as Sr. Director of Prevention and Substance Use Disorder Services at River Valley Behavioral Health, retiring after 22 years in community mental health. A pioneer in addiction treatment with over 35 years of experience, she was Kentucky’s first female Certified Gambling Counselor and holds numerous credentials, including LCADC, NCC, and MAC.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling disconnected or unsure how to move forward after loss, conflict, or change. Together we slow things down, make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, and uncover patterns that shape how you think, feel, and relate. My goal is to help you move toward steadier, more connected, and more fulfilling ways of living and being with others.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling disconnected or unsure how to move forward after loss, conflict, or change. Together we slow things down, make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, and uncover patterns that shape how you think, feel, and relate. My goal is to help you move toward steadier, more connected, and more fulfilling ways of living and being with others.
Are you navigating the tenderness of prenatal/postpartum transitions? Perhaps you’re struggling to repair trust with your partner and seeking someone to help open communication as a couple or ENM relationship. Maybe you are a high-achiever feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or perfectionism. Whatever season or lesson you may find yourself, I offer a supportive space to those seeking hope, healing, and closer alignment with authentic living by cultivating curiosity, self-compassion, and mind/body/spirit connection.
Are you navigating the tenderness of prenatal/postpartum transitions? Perhaps you’re struggling to repair trust with your partner and seeking someone to help open communication as a couple or ENM relationship. Maybe you are a high-achiever feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or perfectionism. Whatever season or lesson you may find yourself, I offer a supportive space to those seeking hope, healing, and closer alignment with authentic living by cultivating curiosity, self-compassion, and mind/body/spirit connection.
Accepting New Clients. My areas of focus include but are not limited to Adult issues, parenting, Bi-Polar, adolescents, Depression, cPTSD, Substance Use, Gender confirming and LGBTQ affirming. Gottman Couples therapist. Accepting insurance and private pay. Law enforcement and prior military experience. My hours support working couples, individuals and school aged children. After hours appointments and weekend sessions are available. Currently, I'm in my 25th year of practice.
Accepting New Clients. My areas of focus include but are not limited to Adult issues, parenting, Bi-Polar, adolescents, Depression, cPTSD, Substance Use, Gender confirming and LGBTQ affirming. Gottman Couples therapist. Accepting insurance and private pay. Law enforcement and prior military experience. My hours support working couples, individuals and school aged children. After hours appointments and weekend sessions are available. Currently, I'm in my 25th year of practice.
At my therapy practice, I offer a safe, inclusive space where every individual is welcomed and respected for who they are. Rooted in a person-centered approach, I believe that you are the expert of your own life—and I’m here to support you with empathy, authenticity, and compassion. Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, relationship issues, or life transitions, we’ll work collaboratively to help you feel empowered, understood, and connected. My practice is affirming of all identities and backgrounds, honoring your unique story and strengths.
At my therapy practice, I offer a safe, inclusive space where every individual is welcomed and respected for who they are. Rooted in a person-centered approach, I believe that you are the expert of your own life—and I’m here to support you with empathy, authenticity, and compassion. Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, relationship issues, or life transitions, we’ll work collaboratively to help you feel empowered, understood, and connected. My practice is affirming of all identities and backgrounds, honoring your unique story and strengths.
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 trained in trauma-informed therapy, EFT- tapping, ACT, CBT, Polyvagal and somatic therapy.
Life can feel overwhelming, overstimulating, and hopeless sometimes. For many of us, this becomes our "normal" after experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or any other impactful life stressor or transition. During these times, our bodies, minds, and spirits can feel disconnected, leaving us lost and unsure of our true selves.
I understand what you're going through. Having personally experienced the very struggles I mentioned and having worked through them, I can extend a hand of hope for healing and restoration.
I am trained in trauma-informed therapy, EFT- tapping, ACT, CBT, Polyvagal and somatic therapy.
Life can feel overwhelming, overstimulating, and hopeless sometimes. For many of us, this becomes our "normal" after experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or any other impactful life stressor or transition. During these times, our bodies, minds, and spirits can feel disconnected, leaving us lost and unsure of our true selves.
I understand what you're going through. Having personally experienced the very struggles I mentioned and having worked through them, I can extend a hand of hope for healing and restoration.
K. Vanessa Blades
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor , MAC, LPCC
Louisville, KY 40204
Waitlist for new clients
Making the decision to begin or continue counseling can feel like a vulnerable and challenging process for a person and entire family. Vanessa is committed to creating a safe space (as an ally and advocate with you) as we explore your strengths and work towards a more helpful, balanced, and rewarding present and future. Vanessa uses her professional and personal experience and knowledge to assist individuals and families in moving towards their goals.
Making the decision to begin or continue counseling can feel like a vulnerable and challenging process for a person and entire family. Vanessa is committed to creating a safe space (as an ally and advocate with you) as we explore your strengths and work towards a more helpful, balanced, and rewarding present and future. Vanessa uses her professional and personal experience and knowledge to assist individuals and families in moving towards their goals.
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.
I specialize in the stuff most people prefer to sweep under the rug; complex trauma, addiction, and unique mental health challenges. You know, the things that, if left unchecked, turn you into a flaming dumpster fire of a person. I also specialize in unique populations like polyamory and neurodivergent. Together, we’ll work through the darkness and find a way to make life suck a little less. Or, who knows, maybe even a lot less. Life’s chaotic, but we can still make progress while acknowledging that, sometimes, it’s a bit of a dumpster fire. The important part is that we start pulling you out of it.
I specialize in the stuff most people prefer to sweep under the rug; complex trauma, addiction, and unique mental health challenges. You know, the things that, if left unchecked, turn you into a flaming dumpster fire of a person. I also specialize in unique populations like polyamory and neurodivergent. Together, we’ll work through the darkness and find a way to make life suck a little less. Or, who knows, maybe even a lot less. Life’s chaotic, but we can still make progress while acknowledging that, sometimes, it’s a bit of a dumpster fire. The important part is that we start pulling you out of it.
I use Acceptance Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients cope with a myriad of things, including chronic issues, as they both teach coping skills and aid in adapting to situations that are immutable.
I specialize in Acceptance Commitment Therapy, CBT, Trauma Focused CBT, Exposure Therapy, Play Therapy, Couples Therapy, Dialectical behavioral Therapy and Solution -Focused Therapies. I work with children and adolescents, through teen years (age 5-17) as well as adults through age 65 with a multitude of mental health struggles, including substance abuse.
I use Acceptance Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients cope with a myriad of things, including chronic issues, as they both teach coping skills and aid in adapting to situations that are immutable.
I specialize in Acceptance Commitment Therapy, CBT, Trauma Focused CBT, Exposure Therapy, Play Therapy, Couples Therapy, Dialectical behavioral Therapy and Solution -Focused Therapies. I work with children and adolescents, through teen years (age 5-17) as well as adults through age 65 with a multitude of mental health struggles, including substance abuse.
I acknowledge that the mental health system is rooted in and influenced by white supremacy, patriarchy, settler colonialism, and capitalism. I recognize the structural and societal barriers that impact service recipients, including racism, heteronormativity, religious coercion, and the disproportionate effects of climate change. As a service provider in this mental health system, I am mindful of my personal and structural privilege and the impacts it could have on my therapeutic practice, and I intentionally work toward changing these systems.
I acknowledge that the mental health system is rooted in and influenced by white supremacy, patriarchy, settler colonialism, and capitalism. I recognize the structural and societal barriers that impact service recipients, including racism, heteronormativity, religious coercion, and the disproportionate effects of climate change. As a service provider in this mental health system, I am mindful of my personal and structural privilege and the impacts it could have on my therapeutic practice, and I intentionally work toward changing these systems.
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