Self-Harming Therapists in 40502
Mara Elizabeth Whalen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502
I believe in your capacity to heal, transform, rebuild, and rediscover the disconnected and quieted parts of yourself. I believe in you - that you deserve to be seen, heard, and empowered to be the best version of yourself. I am passionate about working with people who no longer want to struggle in silence and are looking for a warm and honest presence to help untangle and process what’s holding them back. Each session is client-directed and I am dedicated to providing you the opportunity to address whatever you are facing today in a comfortable and non-judgmental therapeutic space utilizing individualized interventions.
I believe in your capacity to heal, transform, rebuild, and rediscover the disconnected and quieted parts of yourself. I believe in you - that you deserve to be seen, heard, and empowered to be the best version of yourself. I am passionate about working with people who no longer want to struggle in silence and are looking for a warm and honest presence to help untangle and process what’s holding them back. Each session is client-directed and I am dedicated to providing you the opportunity to address whatever you are facing today in a comfortable and non-judgmental therapeutic space utilizing individualized interventions.
Mended Counseling & Trauma Services, LLC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
At Mended, we aim to provide quality & professional care, support, and education to individuals & families throughout the Greater Lexington area. The Mended team operates with intentionality, adapting their services to the unique needs of each client, empowering them to make healthy changes, as well as promoting emotional & physical wellness.
At Mended, we aim to provide quality & professional care, support, and education to individuals & families throughout the Greater Lexington area. The Mended team operates with intentionality, adapting their services to the unique needs of each client, empowering them to make healthy changes, as well as promoting emotional & physical wellness.
Shannon Massey
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
I'm always amazed by the transforming power that a safe relationship can have on a client. Providing a compassionate, supportive, and nonjudgmental atmosphere enables a person to begin processing their story and face the hidden obstacles that keep them stuck in life. It is a privilege to walk alongside my clients, offering a new perspective as we explore their strengths, and find hope and new meaning in their story. As a therapist, my mission is to provide the healing space and collaborative relationship that helps a person begin to take the necessary steps to achieve their therapy goals.
I'm always amazed by the transforming power that a safe relationship can have on a client. Providing a compassionate, supportive, and nonjudgmental atmosphere enables a person to begin processing their story and face the hidden obstacles that keep them stuck in life. It is a privilege to walk alongside my clients, offering a new perspective as we explore their strengths, and find hope and new meaning in their story. As a therapist, my mission is to provide the healing space and collaborative relationship that helps a person begin to take the necessary steps to achieve their therapy goals.
Jill Rogers
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
I started Root Energy Wellness to help people be happier and healthier. I will strive to help you find your unique path to overcome obstacles and solve problems by getting to the Root of your struggles in order to create more positive Energy in your life to achieve optimal Wellness. Whether through a particular treatment modality, spiritual exploration, or cognitive or somatic processing, REW is here to help you!
I started Root Energy Wellness to help people be happier and healthier. I will strive to help you find your unique path to overcome obstacles and solve problems by getting to the Root of your struggles in order to create more positive Energy in your life to achieve optimal Wellness. Whether through a particular treatment modality, spiritual exploration, or cognitive or somatic processing, REW is here to help you!
David Pascale Hague
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502 (Online Only)
Everyone thinks you "have it all together," and your life may seem great to everyone around you, but inside, you fight with anxiety, self-doubt, and depression. You can sometimes smile on the outside but feel anxious, overwhelmed, and alone. Self-doubt and fear do not have to rob you of the life you want to live. Therapy is a process that makes change possible. I am a therapist who helps my clients heal from burnout, trauma, depression, anxiety, and troubled relationships. Don't walk this path alone! I work with all kinds of folks - and I specialize in working with the LGBTQ+, poly, CNM, and kink communities.
Everyone thinks you "have it all together," and your life may seem great to everyone around you, but inside, you fight with anxiety, self-doubt, and depression. You can sometimes smile on the outside but feel anxious, overwhelmed, and alone. Self-doubt and fear do not have to rob you of the life you want to live. Therapy is a process that makes change possible. I am a therapist who helps my clients heal from burnout, trauma, depression, anxiety, and troubled relationships. Don't walk this path alone! I work with all kinds of folks - and I specialize in working with the LGBTQ+, poly, CNM, and kink communities.
Hannah Conn (Hoverter)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
I believe in focusing not just on the individual client but the whole family in treatment, offering not only one on one child counseling, individual adolescent and adult counseling, but parenting and family sessions. At times individual sessions are the best approach due to the unique needs of the client, these being offered for children, adolescents and adults. With over 17 years of experience in counseling, I continue to greatly enjoy helping each individual take a step towards healing and the wholeness for which they were designed.
I believe in focusing not just on the individual client but the whole family in treatment, offering not only one on one child counseling, individual adolescent and adult counseling, but parenting and family sessions. At times individual sessions are the best approach due to the unique needs of the client, these being offered for children, adolescents and adults. With over 17 years of experience in counseling, I continue to greatly enjoy helping each individual take a step towards healing and the wholeness for which they were designed.
Eric Cummings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
As someone who wants to change the world, I chose the counseling profession because I came to believe the best way to facilitate that change is by helping individuals, marriages, and families become fully healthy emotionally, physically, relationally, and spiritually.
As someone who wants to change the world, I chose the counseling profession because I came to believe the best way to facilitate that change is by helping individuals, marriages, and families become fully healthy emotionally, physically, relationally, and spiritually.
Janet Vessels
PhD, LPCC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502
Do you feel you are hanging onto the knot at the end of your rope with your own life? Are trauma memories or a single event or a "pile up" of bad experiences overwhelm you when you least expect it? You want a counselor/therapist who offers in person or virtual sessions at convenient day, evening, and weekend hours. You want someone who can collaboratively help you address issues/needs/trauma memories. If you want trauma therapy specialist in the area? Call or email now for more information.
Do you feel you are hanging onto the knot at the end of your rope with your own life? Are trauma memories or a single event or a "pile up" of bad experiences overwhelm you when you least expect it? You want a counselor/therapist who offers in person or virtual sessions at convenient day, evening, and weekend hours. You want someone who can collaboratively help you address issues/needs/trauma memories. If you want trauma therapy specialist in the area? Call or email now for more information.
In Full Bloom Counseling
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502 (Online Only)
My name is Kristina, owner and active therapist with In Full Bloom Counseling LLC. I have a Master’s Degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling and Licensed LPCC. I am honored to support others in their healing journey and would love to support you as well. I am passionate about empowering others as well as leading with genuine care and concern. My approach to therapy is to meet the individual where they are. I support the client by empowering them in every stage of counseling utilizing a variety of modalities. Beginning the process with building rapport with the client and building off the strengths that the client has.
My name is Kristina, owner and active therapist with In Full Bloom Counseling LLC. I have a Master’s Degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling and Licensed LPCC. I am honored to support others in their healing journey and would love to support you as well. I am passionate about empowering others as well as leading with genuine care and concern. My approach to therapy is to meet the individual where they are. I support the client by empowering them in every stage of counseling utilizing a variety of modalities. Beginning the process with building rapport with the client and building off the strengths that the client has.
Keith Haas, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502
Seeking out a helping relationship can be a significant first step toward lasting positive change. I believe that by providing you with a safe, understanding and collaborative relationship together we can help you achieve your goals. Whether it's finding ways to reduce stress and be more effective, overcoming problematic behaviors, healing trauma or developing a better understanding of your past and how it affects the present, I can help.
Seeking out a helping relationship can be a significant first step toward lasting positive change. I believe that by providing you with a safe, understanding and collaborative relationship together we can help you achieve your goals. Whether it's finding ways to reduce stress and be more effective, overcoming problematic behaviors, healing trauma or developing a better understanding of your past and how it affects the present, I can help.
Kelly McGraw Browning
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Louisville, KY specializing in children, adolescents and families. In 2006, I founded Pediatric Psychological Associates, a private practice dedicated to helping children from their earliest years through their challenging teens. Prior to private practice, I served as a pediatric psychologist and assistant professor of pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. I work with children and teens with a variety of emotional, behavioral, developmental and social problems. I have specific expertise in the area of pediatric anxiety and pediatric health psychology.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Louisville, KY specializing in children, adolescents and families. In 2006, I founded Pediatric Psychological Associates, a private practice dedicated to helping children from their earliest years through their challenging teens. Prior to private practice, I served as a pediatric psychologist and assistant professor of pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. I work with children and teens with a variety of emotional, behavioral, developmental and social problems. I have specific expertise in the area of pediatric anxiety and pediatric health psychology.
Tricia Hite - Formerly Isenstein (She Her)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, CTP
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
Living authentically and compassionately leads to inner peace. Trauma and distress can cause a plethora of confusing responses, making that peace seem unobtainable. Each person brings their own worldview, experiences, strengths and clues to unburdening oneself from the overwhelm. Healing and moving forward can seem daunting. Therapy transforms the mind-body system, leading to increased self-energy and clarity. Now also offering training for schools and organizations on becoming trauma-informed!
Living authentically and compassionately leads to inner peace. Trauma and distress can cause a plethora of confusing responses, making that peace seem unobtainable. Each person brings their own worldview, experiences, strengths and clues to unburdening oneself from the overwhelm. Healing and moving forward can seem daunting. Therapy transforms the mind-body system, leading to increased self-energy and clarity. Now also offering training for schools and organizations on becoming trauma-informed!
Luke Buckman, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
I work with children, adolescents and adults, in varying degrees of distress. Many clients enter their therapeutic relationship with presenting problems which may include depression, anxiety, dysfunction in a primary relationship, or grief and loss. Others present addiction and codependency patterns that cause chronic difficulties with maintaining healthy relationships. Some suffer trauma that remains buried and entangled deep within. All are seeking a new path out of their suffering and into an enlightened experienced of themselves and the world. Together we will seek that fresh perspective, allowing old wounds to heal and creating space for a renewed vision of hope.
I work with children, adolescents and adults, in varying degrees of distress. Many clients enter their therapeutic relationship with presenting problems which may include depression, anxiety, dysfunction in a primary relationship, or grief and loss. Others present addiction and codependency patterns that cause chronic difficulties with maintaining healthy relationships. Some suffer trauma that remains buried and entangled deep within. All are seeking a new path out of their suffering and into an enlightened experienced of themselves and the world. Together we will seek that fresh perspective, allowing old wounds to heal and creating space for a renewed vision of hope.
Emily Schubert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LISW-S, MBA
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502 (Online Only)
We provide holistic counseling services that aim to meet the emotional needs of individuals throughout the community. Areas of specialization include managing moods, working through interpersonal conflict, and improving emotional management/coping associated with anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. Through the application of diagnostic assessments and services geared towards individuals, we strive to meet the holistic, psychosocial, and ever-changing needs of our clients.
We provide holistic counseling services that aim to meet the emotional needs of individuals throughout the community. Areas of specialization include managing moods, working through interpersonal conflict, and improving emotional management/coping associated with anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. Through the application of diagnostic assessments and services geared towards individuals, we strive to meet the holistic, psychosocial, and ever-changing needs of our clients.
Shelby Kempf
Counselor, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502
I believe everyone has the right to great mental health treatment regardless of their age or demographic. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated to seeing changes in their life, and apply skills learned in therapy to help them grow as their own individual person while also giving clients a safe space to work through their life experiences.
I believe everyone has the right to great mental health treatment regardless of their age or demographic. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated to seeing changes in their life, and apply skills learned in therapy to help them grow as their own individual person while also giving clients a safe space to work through their life experiences.
Gracen Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502 (Online Only)
My goal is to empower my clients to be the best version of themselves while fostering their sense of self-worth, confidence, and ability to cope and adapt to life’s stressors. As a therapist I am here to meet each client where they are at and help them establish and meet their therapeutic goals.
My goal is to empower my clients to be the best version of themselves while fostering their sense of self-worth, confidence, and ability to cope and adapt to life’s stressors. As a therapist I am here to meet each client where they are at and help them establish and meet their therapeutic goals.
Ashley Ertel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, C-DBT, CTMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Ashley is a Kentucky Board Certified LCSW Supervisor who has been in the role as a senior therapist for a decade. She is the owner of The Delta Group which specializes in telehealth services with a focus on: Trauma Related Disorders (including Racial Trauma), Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, Adjustment and Transitional Concerns, Parenting Challenges, and LGBTQIA Issues.
Ashley is a Kentucky Board Certified LCSW Supervisor who has been in the role as a senior therapist for a decade. She is the owner of The Delta Group which specializes in telehealth services with a focus on: Trauma Related Disorders (including Racial Trauma), Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, Adjustment and Transitional Concerns, Parenting Challenges, and LGBTQIA Issues.
Rich Evans
Counselor, MA, CRC, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502
I support teens, adults, and couples in uncovering and understanding their emotions. I want my clients to be able to take action to be a better partner, parent or person.
I support teens, adults, and couples in uncovering and understanding their emotions. I want my clients to be able to take action to be a better partner, parent or person.
Kentucky Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
Kentucky Counseling Center London provides counseling, psychiatry, and targeted case management for children and adults without the long wait times. We accept the following insurances: Medicaid, Anthem, Passport, Wellcare, Aetna, Caresource, Humana, Tricare, Medicare, Cigna, Optum and more for all mental health services. Don’t want to use insurance? We have some of the cheapest prices for mental health treatment in Kentucky. Call or request an appointment online today.
Kentucky Counseling Center London provides counseling, psychiatry, and targeted case management for children and adults without the long wait times. We accept the following insurances: Medicaid, Anthem, Passport, Wellcare, Aetna, Caresource, Humana, Tricare, Medicare, Cigna, Optum and more for all mental health services. Don’t want to use insurance? We have some of the cheapest prices for mental health treatment in Kentucky. Call or request an appointment online today.
Elizabeth Roberts
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
Do you struggle with anxiety or depression, trouble sleeping, or maybe just getting through each day? Have you lost someone to suicide or suffered traumatic experiences that keep you from living a productive life? If you answered yes, then therapy may be able to help. I understand that seeking therapy takes courage, and that it is very difficult to take that first step to reach out for help. This is why I offer a free consultation to all prospective clients, so that we can have an opportunity to talk before we make a commitment to work together. I also offer a sliding fee scale, in order to make therapy as affordable as possible.
Do you struggle with anxiety or depression, trouble sleeping, or maybe just getting through each day? Have you lost someone to suicide or suffered traumatic experiences that keep you from living a productive life? If you answered yes, then therapy may be able to help. I understand that seeking therapy takes courage, and that it is very difficult to take that first step to reach out for help. This is why I offer a free consultation to all prospective clients, so that we can have an opportunity to talk before we make a commitment to work together. I also offer a sliding fee scale, in order to make therapy as affordable as possible.
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Self-Harming Therapists
How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.