Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Louisville, KY

I treat individuals, couples, and families. I provide treatment that includes helping you develop tools that will aid you in solving or managing your problems. I can help you deal with past hurts and manage current issues. I operate from a collaborative, strengths-based approach. I strive to treat each person with dignity and respect. While I am not a certified substance abuse provider, I have experience in treating substance abuse issues.

I think most of us spend too much time feeling guilty, overwhelmed, and believing that we are somehow deficient. These feelings and negative beliefs about ourselves can lead to anxiety, depression and self-destructive habits. While it is true that we all can be our own worst enemy, it is also true that we can be our own best asset. Think about how your life might look different if you were kinder to yourself. Imagine being at the center of the Care Bear Stare and floating away on a rainbow-colored cloud of compassion :) Now imagine having a therapist who can conjure up more awesome visualizations like this!

My goal as a therapist is to encourage clients to attain their greatest potential, to help them transform their lives to being filled with increased ease and balance, and to empower them to recognize their internal competencies that they may access as coping skills for handling the complexities of daily challenges.

During the recent time of shelter in place, we found a need to be connected to others more than ever. For most people, the pandemic increased anxiety, loneliness and stressed our personal and family resources. Many experienced echoes of past trauma that interfered with their present relationships. When anxiety and anger begins to surface, often,the depth of the pain, anger or frustration doesn't make sense. Sometimes it is sadness from grief or a loss from the past or fear of imminent loss. Having grown up in a military family, I understand a lot about adjusting to change and starting over.

New clients welcome! You've handled fears until now. You pushed through the stress, kept your head above water, survived. You've shrugged off healthy habits, too restless to take advice like 'exercise, take breaks and have some fun.' You think, "I'll be better when (blank) happens." But will it? So you bury thoughts and feelings, keep moving, and distract yourself from overwork, over-worrying and over-responsibility. Maybe you don't need more advice. Rather, you need hope that you can calm anxious thoughts, decrease anger and be more present at home or at work. You might just need convincing that habits and thoughts can change.

My clinical skills are vast after over 30 years in private practice and 40 years as a social worker. I have worked with the military in Europe as a family therapist and participate in the Give an Hour Program here in Kentucky. I serve on several boards including the Kent School Social Work Board, and the National Association of Social Work Ethics Committee.

The transition into motherhood is hard, and it becomes even harder when things don’t go as planned. Add in the pressure to perfectly “do it all” and it’s no wonder women are often left feeling stressed, burnt out, overwhelmed, anxious, and/or depressed. Many of my clients come to me with goals of finding balance, gaining confidence, healing from past wounds, and changing the patterns that are keeping them stuck. Whether you are just starting the process of trying to conceive, in the throes of infertility treatment, pregnant/postpartum, or years into child rearing - I get it and I can help you reconnect to what matters most to you.

For as long as I can remember I have loved to listen, help and encourage others. As a therapist I am honored to be asked to share a part of your journey, to help you seek, grow and/or learn more about yourself, to confront what may be holding you back, and to discover strategies on how to pursue your dreams and reach your goals. I am here to listen and share in your journey of healing while providing you with an empathetic, compassionate and safe environment.

I have practiced social work for 20 years, most of which has involved children and adults with histories of trauma and significant treatment needs. I have approximately 4 years of experience with direct treatment of children and adults in a therapeutic practice or setting and obtained my LCSW to be able to independently practice. I enjoy working with children, adults, families, and couples with regard to complex treatment needs such as trauma, conflict resolution, anxiety and mood disorders, grief, and developmental issues affecting individuals and families such as learning disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

With all the ebbs and flows that life takes us through daily, having someone to talk to when life gets overwhelming can bring you inner peace and comfort. As a therapist, I offer an empathetic and safe space where people can express openly with no judgment. I meet my clients where they are in their healing process and help them navigate smoothly through their therapeutic journey. Perhaps you may need to process a traumatic experience that you have faced in the past or present or maybe you need someone to help you navigate your anxiety and depression.

Change can be frightening and growth that results from changes in our life or sadly a crisis can be challenging or debilitating. Relationships at home and work maybe urging you to make changes. Perhaps you’ve found that everything has changed, moved on or away and that has caused a crisis, pain or an imbalance in your life. What you’ve used to cope with in the past to manage sorrow, dispair, stress, anxiety, grief or the unfinished business in your life your work and relationships may not be working for you any longer. Life is urging you to do things differently and make those changes that this process can help and heal.

I have a strong belief that all individuals are capable of living full, authentic joyful lives. I believe that for many people, mental and physical health can be achieved naturally. If you are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, low self esteem, body image or eating issues but want to try natural, alternative treatments rather than medication, I would be happy to assist you.

Mara Rohrer is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2010. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Indiana University and a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Louisville. Mara’s goal in each session is to help clients gain personal insight and learn skills. She uses best practices from a variety of techniques to meet each person’s specific needs. Mara specializes in working with Mood Disorders, Trauma, and Addiction.

With the increased stress and anxiety coming from the current pandemic, I am able to offer very effective techniques (EFT) via Telehealth to manage stress, anxiety, and worry that have been proven to lower our cortisol levels (stress hormone), and are believed to help keep our immune systems strong. I believe that we all have the ability to heal, and that this ability lies within. At times we need someone to walk the journey with us to find our inner strength, courage, and healing. I see the therapeutic relationship as a sacred journey, and I would be honored to walk a part of your journey with you.

Alyssa Stein is a licensed clinical social worker who received her bachelor's degree from the University at Buffalo and her master's degree in social work from New York University. She has experience working with all ages on inpatient psychiatric units as well as providing therapy in outpatient mental health programs, schools and residential settings. Her specialties include working with adolescents, young adults and adults with anxiety, depression, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

At times, we all feel out of sorts and sometimes completely overwhelmed. I specialize in working with individuals with depression and anxiety. Many of my clients are in the midst of difficult life transitions including difficulties in relationships whether marriage, family, friends or at work. Life is full of challenges and navigating changes in personal life or career changes can be overwhelming. Drawing from over 15 years of experience, I will work with you to identify your goals and build upon your unique strengths to assist you in realizing those goals.

SUCCESS IS WITHIN REACH" I am gentle yet firmly persistent in helping clients find direction, making choices of right and wrong and uncovering their ability to tell reality from distortion and delusion. My clients find the counseling experience positive, insightful and intellectual which opens the doors of lasting happiness and sense of reality for them. The introspection, self examination and self actualization greatly increases their sensitivity and attitude about what is really important in human experience and opens the doors of happiness and sense of reality." My counseling approach gives clients insight to follow for greater understanding and self actualization.

Hi, I am so glad you're here! Before you schedule with me, it is most important that you know my number one priority is for you to get the absolute best care. That means that you can fire me at any time, truly! As someone who has experienced the best and the worst therapy, I know that finding a true connection with your therapist is essential. I will consistently keep it real with you and check that you're seeing TRUE progress. My commitment to you is that you will never, ever be judged. Instead, you will be valued and heard in a way that helps you truly connect with yourself. What is it you really want out of life?

Is anxiety part of your life? Do you or your child struggle with uncertainty? Do you find yourself feeling like you have to do something over and over again to deal with stress and worry? Does your child miss school or complain of sickness often? Perhaps Dr. Nate Mitchell can help.