Aetna Therapists in Kentucky

Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or stuck? You’re not alone. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, family dynamics, or simply finding meaning and purpose, I’m here for you. Change is never easy. Everyone wants to be the best version of themselves, and I hope to be someone that can help you reach your personal goals in a welcoming environment.

I enjoy working with a wide variety of individuals and families from various backgrounds using mindfulness based therapies such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Reality therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy [CBT], and Trauma Focused-CBT to promote personal growth, hope, healing, and rediscovery/closure as needed. I utilize a range of interventions and therapeutic techniques based on the clients' needs and presenting problems. I believe in the integrating of mind-body-spirit connection so clients can heal from emotional trauma.

Hello, and congratulations and deciding to do something good for yourself! I am very seasoned psychologist with 4 decades of working in this field with all sorts of clients. I believe that every problem has multiple solutions and support you in finding the one that feels the most right for you. I have a great deal of experience in working with all sorts of trauma, childhood abuse, sexual trauma, military and combat trauma, car accidents, etc. I am also well versed in anxiety and depression, panic attacks, couples and relationship issues, and habit disorders.

We serve children, adults, couples, families and offer groups. I never forget what courage it takes to seek help and I admire anyone trying to help their self. We believe in getting to know you to help create your personal goal in a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment. Most of all, we value and respect the counseling relationship. We work to give you the best experience possible. We appreciate your interest in improving your health and mental health. We value your trust and will work hard to help you.

Clients who come to me are people that have experienced very heavy things, and need a quiet place to unpack that. I believe that the person seeking therapy is the driver of change, and I help them navigate obstacles as they happen. Their goals are to figure out who they are now, and how they react to the changes that have happened after trauma. They want to challenged, and they want support as they take next steps.

Every person is unique in their own way, and as such, so are their problems. Therapy is a unique and special journey for every individual and child, and it is my job to make sure I am there to successfully guide them through the process. I strive to help my clients break free from their feelings of despair, dissatisfaction, and dismay and gain or regain a sense of control, peace, and wholeness. While my specialty began in couples counseling, I have found that working with children and adolescents is what brings me a sense of happiness and fulfillment.

If you are struggling with emotional stress, long for better relationships, or wish to address difficult circumstances in the past or present, then the assistance of a mental health professional may be a step in the right direction. Building a partnership with a therapist can help you process those issues and build skills to better tackle challenges. As a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, I help clients understand how the mind interprets and reacts to situations, and then arm them with tools. With knowledge brings awareness, and awareness creates the opportunity for positive change.

I provide EMDR therapy and integrate CBT, DBT, and other treatment approaches as needed. I have several years of experience providing counseling services in inpatient and outpatient treatment settings to individuals who suffer from a wide range of mental health disorders. I specialize in PTSD, personality disorders, mood and thought disorders, life adjustments, grief and loss, and LGBTQ+ issues.

Karyn Stute received her Master's degree from Pepperdine University and currently has over 15 years experience working with couples, teens, and individuals who are challenged by life circumstances. Karyn's journey has allowed her to work in diverse settings including private practice, clinics, school-based interventions, and substance abuse counseling. Karyn has an easy going, warm, yet firm counseling style that gets results Families benefit from her approach which de-emphasizes the "identified patient" construct which leads to a more harmonious family dynamic. In couples therapy, Karyn creates a safe environment in which to open up about the hidden hurts in the relationship.

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.

Dr. Christian earned her doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Spalding University in 2015 and completed her predoctoral internship at the University of Idaho Counseling & Testing Center. Her clinical interests include psychological assessment of ADHD and Learning Disorders and psychological testing to aid in diagnostic clarification and treatment planning. She is a member of the Kentucky Psychological Association.

Do resentment and fear poison your relationships ? Feel like loneliness is a life sentence? Struggle with truly expressing yourself even with those closest to you? I can help. I work well with individuals and families that are struggling with anxiety, shyness,and isolation including children who are being bullied or who suffer with Aspergers Syndrome. Clients can expect friendly, specific, and practical information and encouragement to express the thoughts and feelings they have been too afraid to communicate before.

Have you been struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, intimacy issues, or problems that don't go away? Collaborating with a therapist who can provide insight, guidance, and tools to uncover and develop your strengths can be the transformative factor you need. You deserve to live a happier, more satisfying life but unless you take the first step to solve your problems, they will never go away. If you are an individual, couple, or pod desiring to open your relationship or there is a need to address challenges encountered in a consensual non-monogamous relationship, I have the experience to help you navigate both.

Are you feeling sad, lacking energy, and feeling like something is wrong all of the time? Has your mood been up and down and you've found it hard to get along with people, particularly those closest to you? Have you started using drugs and alcohol in amounts that concern you and are impacting your day to day life?

Do you find yourself stuck at work or at home? Do you want to strengthen your relationships? Do you need to improve communication and resolve conflict? Do you find yourself repeating patterns that produce depression and anxiety?

Misty Roeder, MSSW, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Misty is a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. Misty obtained her bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a minor in corrections and juvenile justice in 2008 from Eastern Kentucky University. Misty then completed her Master of Science in Social Work at the University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work in 2012. Misty obtained her LCSW in July of 2020. Misty is currently practicing as a child, adult, and family therapist. Misty also offers marriage counseling.

I am a child/adolescent psychologist, and co-owner of L+C Psychological Services, who has been in private practice for the past seventeen years. I love the work that I do with children, adolescents, and their families to create happy and healthy lives. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and behavior disorders. I also frequently work with children and their families going through transitions such as divorce, moving, changes within the family, etc. Collaboration with other professionals, such as pediatricians, psychiatrists, and schools is a priority in my practice.

Life has expected and unexpected challenges. Often times those challenges makes us feel anxious, depressed, and overwhelmed. My goal is to provide quality behavioral based therapeutic services to adolescents, individuals, and couples in a caring environment. Through our collaborative work together, we will seek to promote a positive sense of self, while lessoning the experience of anxiety and worry which can inhibit your life. My role is to create a safe space for you to be authentic and true to yourself, while using a range of approaches such as Reality Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.

Marriage and relationships can be so hard! You signed up for happily ever after, but happiness is missing in your relationship. Maybe you are stuck in an endless cycle of arguing, distance, or pain. Maybe your relationship lacks true intimacy & connection. Through couples counseling you & your partner can stop the negative cycle that is devastating your relationship. You and your partner can learn to understand your own responses to emotions, how you handle them, and how you can share them. You and your partner can learn what you both are really trying to communicate, and experience a secure bond and close connection.