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Motselisi Moseme
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40223  (Online Only)
I am a psychotherapist who has been practicing psychotherapy for almost 20 years. I value relationships. I believe that trusting relationships lead to happiness. If you have a relationship problem, then I can help. If you are going through divorce, I can help you and your family to learn strategies to cope with the family change. I strongly believe in the value of co-parenting throughout the process of divorce and post divorce. I also provide multiple coping skills to help individuals who are battling depression, anxiety and other emotional and mental illnesses.
I am a psychotherapist who has been practicing psychotherapy for almost 20 years. I value relationships. I believe that trusting relationships lead to happiness. If you have a relationship problem, then I can help. If you are going through divorce, I can help you and your family to learn strategies to cope with the family change. I strongly believe in the value of co-parenting throughout the process of divorce and post divorce. I also provide multiple coping skills to help individuals who are battling depression, anxiety and other emotional and mental illnesses.
(502) 316-6081 View (502) 316-6081
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Heather Chafin
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40222
Additionally, through a person-centered approach, I utilize CBT and DBT skills, motivational interviewing, and TF-CBT skills to address trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
I enjoy working with couples, teens and adults. Using a gentle, yet direct approach, I work collaboratively with you to empower you to make positive changes in your life. Whether you are struggling with relationships, communication, depression or anxiety, I can help you identify barriers and provide you with the tools needed to successfully progress towards living a more rewarding life. Through a collaborative therapeutic process, I provide support as you work to develop coping and communication skills that lead to establishing healthier relationships and improvement of symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Additionally, through a person-centered approach, I utilize CBT and DBT skills, motivational interviewing, and TF-CBT skills to address trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
I enjoy working with couples, teens and adults. Using a gentle, yet direct approach, I work collaboratively with you to empower you to make positive changes in your life. Whether you are struggling with relationships, communication, depression or anxiety, I can help you identify barriers and provide you with the tools needed to successfully progress towards living a more rewarding life. Through a collaborative therapeutic process, I provide support as you work to develop coping and communication skills that lead to establishing healthier relationships and improvement of symptoms of anxiety and depression.
(502) 289-0927 View (502) 289-0927
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Cassandra D Harris-Gray
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40243
I provide individual, couple, family and group therapy in the various areas of mental health, marriage, substance abuse, relationship difficulty, family conflicts, adolescent treatment other life challenging issues.
Cassandra D. Harris-Gray is the CEO of Creative Spirits Networks, INC a full serviced outpatient mental health corporation. Cassandra is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT), Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor(LCADC), and Mental Health Coach. I work with clients utilizing strength based competences to promote and navigate through life changes. She has authored her first book "90 Days of Power" and has served as a monthly columnist, a motivational speaker, corporate trainer and relationship seminar leader. She has over 20 plus years of clinical practice working with clients to create change.
I provide individual, couple, family and group therapy in the various areas of mental health, marriage, substance abuse, relationship difficulty, family conflicts, adolescent treatment other life challenging issues.
Cassandra D. Harris-Gray is the CEO of Creative Spirits Networks, INC a full serviced outpatient mental health corporation. Cassandra is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT), Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor(LCADC), and Mental Health Coach. I work with clients utilizing strength based competences to promote and navigate through life changes. She has authored her first book "90 Days of Power" and has served as a monthly columnist, a motivational speaker, corporate trainer and relationship seminar leader. She has over 20 plus years of clinical practice working with clients to create change.
(502) 410-4138 View (502) 410-4138
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Charlotte Yang
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40299
I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families from all walks of life. I provide support to those who are experiencing a wide range of mental health struggles and life concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, attachment issues, and those facing difficult life transitions.
I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families from all walks of life. I provide support to those who are experiencing a wide range of mental health struggles and life concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, attachment issues, and those facing difficult life transitions.
(502) 586-4448 View (502) 586-4448
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Elizabeth Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CCM, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40222
I strive to establish a trusting relationship that promotes growth and clarity around a variety of issues.
You are welcome here- Navigating this crazy rollercoaster of life comes with unexpected twist and turns. Do you find yourself giving and taking care of others often times neglecting your own needs? Feeling stressed, confused, and overwhelmed in your current situation? I offer a supportive place to process and sort things out- change and growth opportunities can come from some of our most challenging times. My hope is to offer guidance and support to find the solution within you. This is a compassionate judgement free zone. I believe BLM & Love is Love.
I strive to establish a trusting relationship that promotes growth and clarity around a variety of issues.
You are welcome here- Navigating this crazy rollercoaster of life comes with unexpected twist and turns. Do you find yourself giving and taking care of others often times neglecting your own needs? Feeling stressed, confused, and overwhelmed in your current situation? I offer a supportive place to process and sort things out- change and growth opportunities can come from some of our most challenging times. My hope is to offer guidance and support to find the solution within you. This is a compassionate judgement free zone. I believe BLM & Love is Love.
(502) 208-5596 View (502) 208-5596
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Angela Keane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Angela Keane, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40243
Angela has a special interest in trauma and how it effects our relationship with ourselves and others.
Angela is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and brings years of experience of working with children and families. She has been trained as an adoption specialist and has experience working as a school counselor and in community mental health. In her practice, she sees children and teens, in addition to families and adults. She is trained in EMDR therapy as well as Trauma Focused CBT. She is passionate about helping families navigate tough times. She considers it an honor to come alongside her clients and help those struggling with anxiety, depression, behavior issues, family conflict and more.
Angela has a special interest in trauma and how it effects our relationship with ourselves and others.
Angela is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and brings years of experience of working with children and families. She has been trained as an adoption specialist and has experience working as a school counselor and in community mental health. In her practice, she sees children and teens, in addition to families and adults. She is trained in EMDR therapy as well as Trauma Focused CBT. She is passionate about helping families navigate tough times. She considers it an honor to come alongside her clients and help those struggling with anxiety, depression, behavior issues, family conflict and more.
(502) 610-5924 View (502) 610-5924
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JoAnn Rowan
Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40218
I believe in unconditional positive regard in order to build a working relationship and providing a safe environment that fosters openness and trust.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with experience working with individuals, couples, adolescents and adults dealing with presenting issues: anxiety, depression, mental health issues, domestic violence and substance abuse and those caught in a cycle of unhealthy relationships.
I believe in unconditional positive regard in order to build a working relationship and providing a safe environment that fosters openness and trust.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with experience working with individuals, couples, adolescents and adults dealing with presenting issues: anxiety, depression, mental health issues, domestic violence and substance abuse and those caught in a cycle of unhealthy relationships.
(502) 337-3226 View (502) 337-3226
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Live Proud LGBT Mental Health Svcs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
Are you a gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender person trying to find someone who understands your unique struggles and needs ? Have you struggled to communicate and develop the loving relationship you so strongly desire? Do loneliness, anger, and fear disrupt your closeness with others? I can help. I offer practical and personal guidance in finding the solutions you need to live free and love proud. Being a LGBT person and/or couple is often challenging- but it can ultimately be an exciting and rewarding life with the support and guidance you need.
Are you a gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender person trying to find someone who understands your unique struggles and needs ? Have you struggled to communicate and develop the loving relationship you so strongly desire? Do loneliness, anger, and fear disrupt your closeness with others? I can help. I offer practical and personal guidance in finding the solutions you need to live free and love proud. Being a LGBT person and/or couple is often challenging- but it can ultimately be an exciting and rewarding life with the support and guidance you need.
(502) 494-6631 View (502) 494-6631
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Sharon Perkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40220
Waitlist for new clients
Conversations that make a difference are my passion! Let's discover new ways you can move forward, toward your personal goals, your professional goals, and your relationship goals.
Life's transitions and changes can be difficult -- especially on top of the everyday stresses you are already experiencing! Transitions can be challenging, even when you choose them (marriage, children, a new job, retirement, etc.) Transitions that are imposed on you can be even more difficult (divorce, cancer, job loss, aging parents, infidelity, or grief from the death of a friend, spouse, partner, or parent.) Facing any of these can be difficult. Facing several at the same time can be overwhelming! These experiences can have devastating effects on your health, your happiness, and your ability to feel hope.
Conversations that make a difference are my passion! Let's discover new ways you can move forward, toward your personal goals, your professional goals, and your relationship goals.
Life's transitions and changes can be difficult -- especially on top of the everyday stresses you are already experiencing! Transitions can be challenging, even when you choose them (marriage, children, a new job, retirement, etc.) Transitions that are imposed on you can be even more difficult (divorce, cancer, job loss, aging parents, infidelity, or grief from the death of a friend, spouse, partner, or parent.) Facing any of these can be difficult. Facing several at the same time can be overwhelming! These experiences can have devastating effects on your health, your happiness, and your ability to feel hope.
(502) 276-8044 View (502) 276-8044
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Craig Herink
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, TAPI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40222
It's my passion helping people get what they want in their life and relationships. I help INDIVIDUALS make changes and overcome obstacles to get what they want in life and with the people they care about. I help COUPLES reconnect and revitalize their relationship. I work with FAMILIES to break through patterns and blocks, and begin to enjoy each other and create the home they dream of.
It's my passion helping people get what they want in their life and relationships. I help INDIVIDUALS make changes and overcome obstacles to get what they want in life and with the people they care about. I help COUPLES reconnect and revitalize their relationship. I work with FAMILIES to break through patterns and blocks, and begin to enjoy each other and create the home they dream of.
(502) 414-0030 View (502) 414-0030
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Mary Grace Badami
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40272  (Online Only)
In addition to receiving an excellent education in family and systems approaches to mental health and relationship issues, I have received training in how to effectively integrate conservative Christian views into the practice of professional therapy when the client requests it.
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.
In addition to receiving an excellent education in family and systems approaches to mental health and relationship issues, I have received training in how to effectively integrate conservative Christian views into the practice of professional therapy when the client requests it.
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.
(502) 517-0818 View (502) 517-0818
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Kilgore Samaritan Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40206
Kilgore provides a wide range of individual and group services such as marriage/relationship counseling, parenting, psychological testing, clergy/congregational care, grief, loss, depression, addiction/substance abuse, ADD/ADHD, autism, anxiety, and divorce recovery; but excel in child/adolescent therapy.
Kilgore Samaritan Counseling Center is a not-for-profit faith sensitive counseling center that has been healing the mind, body and spirit of individuals and families for 33 years. Our mission is to meet the emotional and mental health needs of those in our community, regardless of their ability to pay. Kilgore integrates and leverages behavioral sciences and takes a holistic approach of working by, with and through you to improve your quality of life. We serve the Louisville greater area and will serve and meet you where you are regardless of your background, experience, and situation.
Kilgore provides a wide range of individual and group services such as marriage/relationship counseling, parenting, psychological testing, clergy/congregational care, grief, loss, depression, addiction/substance abuse, ADD/ADHD, autism, anxiety, and divorce recovery; but excel in child/adolescent therapy.
Kilgore Samaritan Counseling Center is a not-for-profit faith sensitive counseling center that has been healing the mind, body and spirit of individuals and families for 33 years. Our mission is to meet the emotional and mental health needs of those in our community, regardless of their ability to pay. Kilgore integrates and leverages behavioral sciences and takes a holistic approach of working by, with and through you to improve your quality of life. We serve the Louisville greater area and will serve and meet you where you are regardless of your background, experience, and situation.
(502) 532-8172 x18 View (502) 532-8172 x18
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Michelle Ivy Oak
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSEd, MMFT, LMFT, CHPS®
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40243
I understand what it is like to look in the mirror and not recognize yourself, the struggles of raising a family with and without a partner, the frustrations of children who experience behavior and/or academic problems in school, the pain of a failing relationship, the stressors and pressures of being a C-Suite executive, the anguish of loss.
I believe everyone has the power within themselves to heal, grow, and change. I can be the person who helps you unlock your beautiful, authentic, inner spirit no matter what your age, background, or lifestyle. My therapeutic interventions vary with the needs of the people who entrust me to participate in their journey via a trauma-informed lens. I am a believer of being kind to yourself and others, being present, being mindful, and living your best life.
I understand what it is like to look in the mirror and not recognize yourself, the struggles of raising a family with and without a partner, the frustrations of children who experience behavior and/or academic problems in school, the pain of a failing relationship, the stressors and pressures of being a C-Suite executive, the anguish of loss.
I believe everyone has the power within themselves to heal, grow, and change. I can be the person who helps you unlock your beautiful, authentic, inner spirit no matter what your age, background, or lifestyle. My therapeutic interventions vary with the needs of the people who entrust me to participate in their journey via a trauma-informed lens. I am a believer of being kind to yourself and others, being present, being mindful, and living your best life.
(502) 273-5306 View (502) 273-5306
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Libby Jurado Eldridge
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40205
As a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, I work with individual, couples, and families seeking therapy who may be going through grief, depression, anxiety or a distressed relationship. In our therapy sessions you will be able to speak openly, honestly in a non judgmental safe environment. The modalities used in session are the Gottman Theory, Solution Focused, CBT and EMDR for clients who experienced trauma. For couples seeking Pre Martial Counseling I am a certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator.
As a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, I work with individual, couples, and families seeking therapy who may be going through grief, depression, anxiety or a distressed relationship. In our therapy sessions you will be able to speak openly, honestly in a non judgmental safe environment. The modalities used in session are the Gottman Theory, Solution Focused, CBT and EMDR for clients who experienced trauma. For couples seeking Pre Martial Counseling I am a certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator.
(502) 237-4372 View (502) 237-4372
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Melanie McDermott
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40222
I work with many couples experiencing communication difficulties, recovering from an affair, or overall dissatisfaction in their relationship.
Congratulations! You have just taken the first step towards positive change in your life and you deserve it. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of needs and believe that we can achieve the goals you are trying to reach. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Sex Therapist. If you are experiencing problems in your relationships that are impacted by: low or high sexual desire, erectile dysfunction, orgasm difficulty, painful intercourse, premature or delayed ejaculation, or desire discrepancy with your partner, I may be the therapist for you.
I work with many couples experiencing communication difficulties, recovering from an affair, or overall dissatisfaction in their relationship.
Congratulations! You have just taken the first step towards positive change in your life and you deserve it. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of needs and believe that we can achieve the goals you are trying to reach. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Sex Therapist. If you are experiencing problems in your relationships that are impacted by: low or high sexual desire, erectile dysfunction, orgasm difficulty, painful intercourse, premature or delayed ejaculation, or desire discrepancy with your partner, I may be the therapist for you.
(502) 276-9097 View (502) 276-9097
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Krystal Angevine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAC, BCB, BCN, SEP
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40201
Krystal Angevine has over 25 years experience in holistic counseling and is a past recipient of the Indiana Social Work Leader of the Year award. Krystal specializes in IFS therapy, EMDR, Biofeedback, and she is an Advanced-level provider of Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy. Areas of expertise include panic attacks, PTSD, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, migraine headaches, phobias, ADHD, trauma, stress, addictions, nightmares, and sleep disturbance. Krystal is BCIA Board certified in biofeedback and has been a speaker at State and international conferences. Krystal excels in helping clients enhance their healer within.
Krystal Angevine has over 25 years experience in holistic counseling and is a past recipient of the Indiana Social Work Leader of the Year award. Krystal specializes in IFS therapy, EMDR, Biofeedback, and she is an Advanced-level provider of Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy. Areas of expertise include panic attacks, PTSD, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, migraine headaches, phobias, ADHD, trauma, stress, addictions, nightmares, and sleep disturbance. Krystal is BCIA Board certified in biofeedback and has been a speaker at State and international conferences. Krystal excels in helping clients enhance their healer within.
(502) 383-1155 View (502) 383-1155
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Larry P. Mudd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with adults, couples, and teenagers to address problems with relationship conflicts, parent-teen conflicts, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, anger management, and self-esteem issues.
Are the stresses of life getting the better of you? Does it seem like every conversation somehow turns into an argument? I have more than thirty years experience helping individuals, couples, and families solve their problems, reduce conflict, and lead happier, more satisfying lives. I will give you the support you need to face life's challenges and create hope for the future. I can help you quickly reduce conflict, improve your communication, and reconnect with your dreams for loving, satisfying relationships.
I enjoy working with adults, couples, and teenagers to address problems with relationship conflicts, parent-teen conflicts, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, anger management, and self-esteem issues.
Are the stresses of life getting the better of you? Does it seem like every conversation somehow turns into an argument? I have more than thirty years experience helping individuals, couples, and families solve their problems, reduce conflict, and lead happier, more satisfying lives. I will give you the support you need to face life's challenges and create hope for the future. I can help you quickly reduce conflict, improve your communication, and reconnect with your dreams for loving, satisfying relationships.
(812) 220-3688 View (812) 220-3688
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Enrica Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40229
I am a solution focused, systemic family therapist with specialized training in EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavior Therapy and many additional evidenced based treatment methods that have been proven effective in treating children, adolescents, adults, couples and families with a myriad of mental health and relationship issues.
Do you struggle with overwhelming anxiety and/or fear? Are parenting concerns keeping you up at night? Do you have a difficult teenager or significant other that you struggle to effectively communicate with? Have you lost your motivation to reach your goals? Have you experienced a personally traumatic event that continues to plague you despite your best efforts to forget about it? These and many other frustrations precede my clients initial call to my office in search of methods and strategies to find relief where I help guide my clients in evaluating, processing and putting the broken pieces back together
I am a solution focused, systemic family therapist with specialized training in EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavior Therapy and many additional evidenced based treatment methods that have been proven effective in treating children, adolescents, adults, couples and families with a myriad of mental health and relationship issues.
Do you struggle with overwhelming anxiety and/or fear? Are parenting concerns keeping you up at night? Do you have a difficult teenager or significant other that you struggle to effectively communicate with? Have you lost your motivation to reach your goals? Have you experienced a personally traumatic event that continues to plague you despite your best efforts to forget about it? These and many other frustrations precede my clients initial call to my office in search of methods and strategies to find relief where I help guide my clients in evaluating, processing and putting the broken pieces back together
(502) 383-4023 View (502) 383-4023
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Danna Leigh Delafield
Psychological Associate, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40241
Danna will partner with you to help you tell your particular story, and will create a collaborative relationship where growth and healing can take place.
Danna Delafeld is a Licensed Psychological Associate with over two decades of experience providing mental health services to individuals struggling with anxiety and mood related disorders as well as to those who have experienced trauma. While working with a wide range of anxiety and mood related issues, Danna specializes in the treatment of eating disorders and body image issues, including the treatment of Body Dysmorphic Disorder. Danna also works with relationship concerns that arise out of these types of struggles.
Danna will partner with you to help you tell your particular story, and will create a collaborative relationship where growth and healing can take place.
Danna Delafeld is a Licensed Psychological Associate with over two decades of experience providing mental health services to individuals struggling with anxiety and mood related disorders as well as to those who have experienced trauma. While working with a wide range of anxiety and mood related issues, Danna specializes in the treatment of eating disorders and body image issues, including the treatment of Body Dysmorphic Disorder. Danna also works with relationship concerns that arise out of these types of struggles.
(502) 237-7050 View (502) 237-7050
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Haley Payne Buck
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40222
Life can throw a lot of curve balls. Whether you are experiencing depression, work stress, relationship changes, or any other difficulty counseling is a great resource to help you take the steps to change the direction you want to go. My approach as a therapist is to provide a safe and supportive environment to assist you in setting and meeting your goals.
Life can throw a lot of curve balls. Whether you are experiencing depression, work stress, relationship changes, or any other difficulty counseling is a great resource to help you take the steps to change the direction you want to go. My approach as a therapist is to provide a safe and supportive environment to assist you in setting and meeting your goals.
(270) 212-6993 View (270) 212-6993
Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.