Therapists in Florence, KY
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Jamie F Wilkinson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC-S, NCC, JSOCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Florence, KY 41042
I appreciate an individual's unique characteristics, and tailor my approach in therapy to each client's needs. My professional development has focused on helping adolescents/teenagers (ages 8 to 19) dealing with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, relationship issues, adjustment disorders, stress and self-esteem. I have specialized training to address trauma and abuse. I am accepting Counseling Students looking for a practicum/internship site as well as license eligible LPCa's that need a supervisor.
I appreciate an individual's unique characteristics, and tailor my approach in therapy to each client's needs. My professional development has focused on helping adolescents/teenagers (ages 8 to 19) dealing with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, relationship issues, adjustment disorders, stress and self-esteem. I have specialized training to address trauma and abuse. I am accepting Counseling Students looking for a practicum/internship site as well as license eligible LPCa's that need a supervisor.
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Derek Stegner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Florence, KY 41042 (Online Only)
I have many years of experience working with early childhood trauma and severe, persistent mental illness, varying from ages of 5 years to 70+. My goal is to empower and advocate for positive change within you, as the individual, and the system as a whole. The place that we will create together is a safe and judgement free space. I work through an Existential foundation, to help those I work with seek meaning and purpose, with skills built from experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, all within the context of a trauma-informed approach.
I have many years of experience working with early childhood trauma and severe, persistent mental illness, varying from ages of 5 years to 70+. My goal is to empower and advocate for positive change within you, as the individual, and the system as a whole. The place that we will create together is a safe and judgement free space. I work through an Existential foundation, to help those I work with seek meaning and purpose, with skills built from experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, all within the context of a trauma-informed approach.
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Kelly Curry Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Union, KY 41091
My passion for advocacy and a client-centered approach were cultivated in my early years as an educator, but my intellectual curiosity regarding the process of personal change and the value of interpersonal relationships motivated me to returned to NKU for a Master’s degree in Social Work. Since graduating with an MSW, I have enjoyed working with a wide variety of clients in diverse settings including a hospital, court-mandated program, and most recently an outpatient office and school-based office. I provide individual therapy to children, adolescents and adults, as well as families and couples.
My passion for advocacy and a client-centered approach were cultivated in my early years as an educator, but my intellectual curiosity regarding the process of personal change and the value of interpersonal relationships motivated me to returned to NKU for a Master’s degree in Social Work. Since graduating with an MSW, I have enjoyed working with a wide variety of clients in diverse settings including a hospital, court-mandated program, and most recently an outpatient office and school-based office. I provide individual therapy to children, adolescents and adults, as well as families and couples.
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Charlene Brown McDonald
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Covington, KY 41011 (Online Only)
Feeling weighed down by grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma? Maybe you're having trouble making sense of it all and moving forward. Perhaps you are experiencing relationship issues and setting healthy boundaries with family, friends, and significant others? Maybe your career/education path just isn't meeting your needs. You want to feel better about yourself and learn healthy skills to live your life to the fullest. You deserve it.
Feeling weighed down by grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma? Maybe you're having trouble making sense of it all and moving forward. Perhaps you are experiencing relationship issues and setting healthy boundaries with family, friends, and significant others? Maybe your career/education path just isn't meeting your needs. You want to feel better about yourself and learn healthy skills to live your life to the fullest. You deserve it.
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JF Wilson Wellness Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Covington, KY 41018 (Online Only)
I am Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in the state of Kentucky by the National Board of Professional Counselors to provide mental health counseling. I graduated from Mid-Continent University receiving a B.A. in Missions and Evangelism. I obtained my M.Ed., in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Murray State University, Ky. I have over 7 years of experience and extensive training in treating adolescent and adult behavior concerns. As well as, 4.5 years training and experience in suicide crisis prevention and intervention.
I am Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in the state of Kentucky by the National Board of Professional Counselors to provide mental health counseling. I graduated from Mid-Continent University receiving a B.A. in Missions and Evangelism. I obtained my M.Ed., in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Murray State University, Ky. I have over 7 years of experience and extensive training in treating adolescent and adult behavior concerns. As well as, 4.5 years training and experience in suicide crisis prevention and intervention.
Online Therapists
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Hi I'm Katrina! I graduated from the University of Kentucky with my Master's in Social Work. I offer individual therapy sessions, in-person and telehealth. I provide support for: Anxiety, Depression, and Substance Use Disorders. "You can steer yourself any direction you choose." -Dr. Seuss
Hi I'm Katrina! I graduated from the University of Kentucky with my Master's in Social Work. I offer individual therapy sessions, in-person and telehealth. I provide support for: Anxiety, Depression, and Substance Use Disorders. "You can steer yourself any direction you choose." -Dr. Seuss
Optimal Living Services
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40503
Whether it is substance use, mental health, work, finance, or emotional struggles.
Optimal Living Services partners with clients to increase their awareness of issues and empowers them to develop the skills to manage these challenges. We believe that every individual has obstacles they will need to face, and that the services our team provides will give hope to all of our clients.
Whether it is substance use, mental health, work, finance, or emotional struggles.
Optimal Living Services partners with clients to increase their awareness of issues and empowers them to develop the skills to manage these challenges. We believe that every individual has obstacles they will need to face, and that the services our team provides will give hope to all of our clients.
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Haley Bosemer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40218
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be hard, sometimes we need a little support to meet our full potential. Having someone who can get you there may be the missing piece. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, ptsd, unresolved trauma, substance use, family conflict or maybe you just need someone to support your journey, I can assist you. You do not have do this alone. I use evidence based practices to enhance your strengths and help decrease your barriers. We will modify a treatment plan together to cater to your specific needs and work towards meeting your goals. You can do this!
Life can be hard, sometimes we need a little support to meet our full potential. Having someone who can get you there may be the missing piece. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, ptsd, unresolved trauma, substance use, family conflict or maybe you just need someone to support your journey, I can assist you. You do not have do this alone. I use evidence based practices to enhance your strengths and help decrease your barriers. We will modify a treatment plan together to cater to your specific needs and work towards meeting your goals. You can do this!
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Clairemarie LoCicero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40204
I have specialized training for substance use disorders.
When I meet a new client, I like to acknowledge that therapy is a courageous choice. Our first meeting is a time for me to learn why you reached out and what kind of change you are seeking. It is also a time for you to learn how you feel about me! If you return, then ongoing therapy sessions will consist of evidence-based practices that are specific to your goals and needs. We will measure and record your progress, so that you can make informed decisions about what works for you. Some people remain in therapy indefinitely because they like the ongoing support, while others exit after succeeding toward a specific, time-limited goal.
I have specialized training for substance use disorders.
When I meet a new client, I like to acknowledge that therapy is a courageous choice. Our first meeting is a time for me to learn why you reached out and what kind of change you are seeking. It is also a time for you to learn how you feel about me! If you return, then ongoing therapy sessions will consist of evidence-based practices that are specific to your goals and needs. We will measure and record your progress, so that you can make informed decisions about what works for you. Some people remain in therapy indefinitely because they like the ongoing support, while others exit after succeeding toward a specific, time-limited goal.
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Hello, I'm Naomi "Alix" Burke. I welcome clients of various identities and do not discriminate based upon gender or sexual identity, race, ethnicity, religion or non-religion, class, political affiliation, monogamous/polyamorous status, substance use or sobriety/recovery status, or level of education. I primarily see adult and teen (13+) clients for individual therapy and provide couples/relationship therapy on a limited basis. I love helping clients explore and better understand the nuances of their own diagnoses and identities, develop and reinforce self-worth and self-acceptance, and improve coping and executive functioning.
Hello, I'm Naomi "Alix" Burke. I welcome clients of various identities and do not discriminate based upon gender or sexual identity, race, ethnicity, religion or non-religion, class, political affiliation, monogamous/polyamorous status, substance use or sobriety/recovery status, or level of education. I primarily see adult and teen (13+) clients for individual therapy and provide couples/relationship therapy on a limited basis. I love helping clients explore and better understand the nuances of their own diagnoses and identities, develop and reinforce self-worth and self-acceptance, and improve coping and executive functioning.
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Sunni Aster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40504 (Online Only)
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kentucky. I have been doing therapy for over 3 years working primarily with adolescents in crisis, having suicidal thoughts, acting out behaviors and substance use and misuse. I have worked with clients in both individual and group setting with a variety of modalities and strategies to help them reach their goals.
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kentucky. I have been doing therapy for over 3 years working primarily with adolescents in crisis, having suicidal thoughts, acting out behaviors and substance use and misuse. I have worked with clients in both individual and group setting with a variety of modalities and strategies to help them reach their goals.
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Crystal Farmer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40504 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Crystal! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and I have a passion for working with adults 18 and over in developing skills to effectively manage depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, anger issues, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, substance abuse, and grief & loss. I understand from personal experience many of the challenges that come with these issues and strongly believe that holistic well-being involves balance of mind, body, & spirit.
Hi, I'm Crystal! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and I have a passion for working with adults 18 and over in developing skills to effectively manage depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, anger issues, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, substance abuse, and grief & loss. I understand from personal experience many of the challenges that come with these issues and strongly believe that holistic well-being involves balance of mind, body, & spirit.
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The therapeutic relationship is the single best predictor of therapy outcome as well as the primary agent of change. I invite you to join me in an authentic, collaborative partnership in which we co-create a space in which you can feel safe to explore, identify, and ultimately change the intrapersonal and interpersonal dynamics that are producing distress and disturbance in your life. In this process, I will serve as an experienced guide and trusted companion on your journey of self-discovery with the ultimate aim of helping you reclaim authorship of your own life and enhance your capacities for joy, love, creativity, and play.
The therapeutic relationship is the single best predictor of therapy outcome as well as the primary agent of change. I invite you to join me in an authentic, collaborative partnership in which we co-create a space in which you can feel safe to explore, identify, and ultimately change the intrapersonal and interpersonal dynamics that are producing distress and disturbance in your life. In this process, I will serve as an experienced guide and trusted companion on your journey of self-discovery with the ultimate aim of helping you reclaim authorship of your own life and enhance your capacities for joy, love, creativity, and play.
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Seeking clarity? Therapy can allow you to identify and remove blocks inhibiting change, help you make more intentional choices by offering deeper awareness of your perspective, and/or help you construct coherency or a different view of issues that are plaguing you. While I enjoy working with clients of varying backgrounds and ages (and all are welcome in my practice), I specialize in working with those who are suffering from anxiety, trauma, complex trauma, sex- and sexuality-related concerns, and who are aged 15+. You can expect me to be observant, empathic, professional, ethical, responsive, and LGBTQ+ affirming.
Seeking clarity? Therapy can allow you to identify and remove blocks inhibiting change, help you make more intentional choices by offering deeper awareness of your perspective, and/or help you construct coherency or a different view of issues that are plaguing you. While I enjoy working with clients of varying backgrounds and ages (and all are welcome in my practice), I specialize in working with those who are suffering from anxiety, trauma, complex trauma, sex- and sexuality-related concerns, and who are aged 15+. You can expect me to be observant, empathic, professional, ethical, responsive, and LGBTQ+ affirming.
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Hey there! I am Mia and I am passionate about providing therapy to older children, adolescents and adults that are struggling with life challenges. I believe that creating a safe space for clients to process feelings, thoughts, and behaviors is essential for healing to begin, so I make it a priority to make sure you are comfortable and ready before digging into the challenges that bring you into therapy.
Hey there! I am Mia and I am passionate about providing therapy to older children, adolescents and adults that are struggling with life challenges. I believe that creating a safe space for clients to process feelings, thoughts, and behaviors is essential for healing to begin, so I make it a priority to make sure you are comfortable and ready before digging into the challenges that bring you into therapy.
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Kilgore Samaritan Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40206
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 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.
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Lexington Counseling & Psychiatry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Frankfort, KY 40601
Hello and welcome to our Frankfort location at Lexington Counseling & Psychiatry! Our address is 105 Diagnostic Drive Suite B, Frankfort, KY 40601. We have continued to grow to best serve your needs. Our LCP Frankfort office has 10 counselors, therapists, and nurse practitioners who are here to provide counseling, therapy, psychological, and psychiatric services to all ages. We are committed to helping you! We care about our professional roles and the people we serve. We help all ages and most every mental health and life issue. Our goal is your success and well being!
Hello and welcome to our Frankfort location at Lexington Counseling & Psychiatry! Our address is 105 Diagnostic Drive Suite B, Frankfort, KY 40601. We have continued to grow to best serve your needs. Our LCP Frankfort office has 10 counselors, therapists, and nurse practitioners who are here to provide counseling, therapy, psychological, and psychiatric services to all ages. We are committed to helping you! We care about our professional roles and the people we serve. We help all ages and most every mental health and life issue. Our goal is your success and well being!
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Feeling as though you haven't processed a difficult time? Are you seeking support without feeling as though you need to censor yourself? Let's work together to help you find the peace you desire. I will not ask you to do anything I wouldn’t do. I’m laid-back and I do not give up easily on those I serve. I am a natural optimist and assess all positives. Knowing what happened to you is important and necessary, but I don’t believe there’s something wrong with you. If you can't believe this for yourself yet, I'll believe it for you until you do.
Feeling as though you haven't processed a difficult time? Are you seeking support without feeling as though you need to censor yourself? Let's work together to help you find the peace you desire. I will not ask you to do anything I wouldn’t do. I’m laid-back and I do not give up easily on those I serve. I am a natural optimist and assess all positives. Knowing what happened to you is important and necessary, but I don’t believe there’s something wrong with you. If you can't believe this for yourself yet, I'll believe it for you until you do.
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“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” -Marcel Proust
“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” -Marcel Proust
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Sue Bione
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSc, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40504 (Online Only)
I work with people that are going through lifes hardships including but not limited to, trauma, childhood abuse, depression, marital conflict, anxiety, and general relationship problems. I believe that each person has the ability to heal and find the answers they are looking for. I am honored when clients allow me to walk with them on that journey. I do my best to provide a compassionate and caring atmosphere for each client.
I work with people that are going through lifes hardships including but not limited to, trauma, childhood abuse, depression, marital conflict, anxiety, and general relationship problems. I believe that each person has the ability to heal and find the answers they are looking for. I am honored when clients allow me to walk with them on that journey. I do my best to provide a compassionate and caring atmosphere for each client.
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Substance Use Therapists
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.