Transgender Therapists in Frankfort, KY
Tynya Patton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Frankfort, KY 40601 (Online Only)
Most therapists are caring people, willing to help with whatever you’re going through. But it’s not always so easy to find someone who fully gets your lived experience, particularly in the areas of LGBTQIA+ identity. That’s one reason why I specialize in helping those who are dealing with gender identity, gender dysphoria, and sexual orientation issues. I can empathize and affirm where you’re at right now, supporting you as you identify your authentic self, your needs, and your goals. With the right treatment you can work through this time of transition and feel more confident about the future.
Most therapists are caring people, willing to help with whatever you’re going through. But it’s not always so easy to find someone who fully gets your lived experience, particularly in the areas of LGBTQIA+ identity. That’s one reason why I specialize in helping those who are dealing with gender identity, gender dysphoria, and sexual orientation issues. I can empathize and affirm where you’re at right now, supporting you as you identify your authentic self, your needs, and your goals. With the right treatment you can work through this time of transition and feel more confident about the future.
Caitie Pennington is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who received her Bachelors and Masters degrees from the University of Kentucky. Caitie has worked with adolescents, transitional youth, and adults in intensive in home services and has transitioned to private practice. Caitie utilizes a variety of therapeutic practices including cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma systems therapy, motivational interviewing, and family behavioral therapy to assist adolescents, teens, and adults in achieving their goals. Caitie builds rapport and comfort with patients and encourages their voice to create personal and achievable goals.
Caitie Pennington is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who received her Bachelors and Masters degrees from the University of Kentucky. Caitie has worked with adolescents, transitional youth, and adults in intensive in home services and has transitioned to private practice. Caitie utilizes a variety of therapeutic practices including cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma systems therapy, motivational interviewing, and family behavioral therapy to assist adolescents, teens, and adults in achieving their goals. Caitie builds rapport and comfort with patients and encourages their voice to create personal and achievable goals.
Dorothy "Holli" West is a licensed professional clinical counselor. She completed her master's degree in mental health and rehabilitation counseling, graduate work and her bachelor's degree in sociology at the University of South Florida. She has more than 25 years of experience in various inpatient and outpatient settings. She has advanced training in trauma informed care and resolution, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) for the treatment of trauma, the treatment of substance abuse and dependence, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness practices for mental and emotional wellbeing.
Dorothy "Holli" West is a licensed professional clinical counselor. She completed her master's degree in mental health and rehabilitation counseling, graduate work and her bachelor's degree in sociology at the University of South Florida. She has more than 25 years of experience in various inpatient and outpatient settings. She has advanced training in trauma informed care and resolution, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) for the treatment of trauma, the treatment of substance abuse and dependence, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness practices for mental and emotional wellbeing.
Dr. Willie Thomas Boddie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frankfort, KY 40601
I appreciate your interest in and visiting the Griffin-Lyons Counseling site. My name is Dr. Willie Boddie, and I have been practicing clinical social work in central Kentucky since 2000. I have also worked with the LBGTQ+ community, particularly in HIV/AIDS prevention and education, addressing associated mental health factors that accompany HIV disease, including trauma-related challenges. I provide trauma-informed mental health care to adults through telehealth and in-person sessions to minimize anxiety and depression symptoms frequently associated with adverse experiences or living with HIV disease. AAT is available.
I appreciate your interest in and visiting the Griffin-Lyons Counseling site. My name is Dr. Willie Boddie, and I have been practicing clinical social work in central Kentucky since 2000. I have also worked with the LBGTQ+ community, particularly in HIV/AIDS prevention and education, addressing associated mental health factors that accompany HIV disease, including trauma-related challenges. I provide trauma-informed mental health care to adults through telehealth and in-person sessions to minimize anxiety and depression symptoms frequently associated with adverse experiences or living with HIV disease. AAT is available.
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!
Kristy E Klueh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frankfort, KY 40601
I have worked with a broad range of clients with different mental health concerns. I enjoy helping those that feel they are stuck in how they think and process the world by assisting them in learning coping skills to change the thought patterns that keep them cycling through all the negativity. I am someone that will listen, never judge, and give you an outside perspective on what is causing you distress. I desire to work with people who want to change their mindset and are willing to try new things while understanding that healing takes time.
I have worked with a broad range of clients with different mental health concerns. I enjoy helping those that feel they are stuck in how they think and process the world by assisting them in learning coping skills to change the thought patterns that keep them cycling through all the negativity. I am someone that will listen, never judge, and give you an outside perspective on what is causing you distress. I desire to work with people who want to change their mindset and are willing to try new things while understanding that healing takes time.
Laura Marie Best
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Frankfort, KY 40601
Waitlist for new clients
I have been working as a counselor since 1999 in various clinical settings. I have experience and enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
I have been working as a counselor since 1999 in various clinical settings. I have experience and enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
Kristina Elizabeth Hayden
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Frankfort, KY 40601
I work with adolescents, adults, children, couples, families, and groups. As a counselor, I believe the most important element in treatment is the relationship between the therapist and the client. Utilizing this relationship we can work together to address many of life's challenges. It is my goal to help clients learn coping skills in a supportive, warm and nonjudgmental environment. My experience includes working with trauma survivors, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders and family conflict while focusing on relapse prevention.
I work with adolescents, adults, children, couples, families, and groups. As a counselor, I believe the most important element in treatment is the relationship between the therapist and the client. Utilizing this relationship we can work together to address many of life's challenges. It is my goal to help clients learn coping skills in a supportive, warm and nonjudgmental environment. My experience includes working with trauma survivors, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders and family conflict while focusing on relapse prevention.
Megan Ashby
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frankfort, KY 40601
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families treating a variety of life's problems. I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, and judgment free environment for all of my clients. As a counselor I use a variety of techniques and work to increase my clients coping skills, communication skills, and ability to deal with life's full variety of problems. I work from and focus on evidenced based treatments to provide clients with the best treatment possible to sustain their long term mental health.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families treating a variety of life's problems. I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, and judgment free environment for all of my clients. As a counselor I use a variety of techniques and work to increase my clients coping skills, communication skills, and ability to deal with life's full variety of problems. I work from and focus on evidenced based treatments to provide clients with the best treatment possible to sustain their long term mental health.
Shannon Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She earned her bachelor's degree from Campbellsville University and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Kentucky. She has over 14 years of experience in outpatient, in-home, and school-based settings. She works with children, adolescents, families, and adults. She is trained in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, mindfulness practices, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Her treatment areas include attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anger management, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, teen substance abuse, self-harming, and stress from life events.
Shannon Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She earned her bachelor's degree from Campbellsville University and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Kentucky. She has over 14 years of experience in outpatient, in-home, and school-based settings. She works with children, adolescents, families, and adults. She is trained in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, mindfulness practices, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Her treatment areas include attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anger management, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, teen substance abuse, self-harming, and stress from life events.
Dr. Dominique' L. Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCC-S, MAC, CCCE, CFMHE
Verified Verified
Frankfort, KY 40601
Hi, I am Dr. D! Thanks for visiting my profile. Why should you consider receiving counseling services with me? Well, I believe in accepting people as they are and assisting them with becoming a better them! You can expect to be treated with respect and great care during our counseling partnership. My goal is to establish a connection with my clients to create a life-coping tool box that will strengthen them when feeling depressed, anxious, lonely, abandoned, taken for granted, rejected, and other common problems we may experience as humans in order to help them with creating a New Life! We will be a team working together.
Hi, I am Dr. D! Thanks for visiting my profile. Why should you consider receiving counseling services with me? Well, I believe in accepting people as they are and assisting them with becoming a better them! You can expect to be treated with respect and great care during our counseling partnership. My goal is to establish a connection with my clients to create a life-coping tool box that will strengthen them when feeling depressed, anxious, lonely, abandoned, taken for granted, rejected, and other common problems we may experience as humans in order to help them with creating a New Life! We will be a team working together.
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Discover You Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frankfort, KY 40601
Helping people is not only our profession, but also a passion. We provide support for: addiction, codependency, mental health, relationship issues, anger management, and counseling. Through empathy, compassion, knowledge, and understanding we can help you utilize tools that you already possess to help you succeed with lasting changes to your life.
Helping people is not only our profession, but also a passion. We provide support for: addiction, codependency, mental health, relationship issues, anger management, and counseling. Through empathy, compassion, knowledge, and understanding we can help you utilize tools that you already possess to help you succeed with lasting changes to your life.
Jessica Shannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMNCS, C-DBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frankfort, KY 40602
I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist certified as a Dialectical Behavior Therapist and as a certified Mental Health and Nutrition Clinical Specialist. I have gained a wide range of experience working with children, teens and adults of all diversities across settings. I have training and experience helping individuals address an array of concerns, but primarily focus on assisting children, adolescents, teens and young adults cope with a variety of mental health concerns, including trauma, mood related disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, self harm, nutritional concerns, relationship concerns, and self esteem.
I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist certified as a Dialectical Behavior Therapist and as a certified Mental Health and Nutrition Clinical Specialist. I have gained a wide range of experience working with children, teens and adults of all diversities across settings. I have training and experience helping individuals address an array of concerns, but primarily focus on assisting children, adolescents, teens and young adults cope with a variety of mental health concerns, including trauma, mood related disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, self harm, nutritional concerns, relationship concerns, and self esteem.
Jessica C. Bollinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Frankfort, KY 40601
Anxious, worried, stressed, have present and past trauma's? I can help you feel the way you wish you could! Certified Daring Way Facilitator. Accelerated Resolution Therapy; Brainspotting; DNMS, EMDR, Imago Relationship Therapy, and NeuroFeedback. I love my work! I have studied ground breaking modalities that get my clients where they want to be. Peak performance in sport and business. Get to where you are your best! My office is in the back of my house and I live on a farm. My practice is about meeting you where you are, and getting you where you want to go. I am here for you.
Anxious, worried, stressed, have present and past trauma's? I can help you feel the way you wish you could! Certified Daring Way Facilitator. Accelerated Resolution Therapy; Brainspotting; DNMS, EMDR, Imago Relationship Therapy, and NeuroFeedback. I love my work! I have studied ground breaking modalities that get my clients where they want to be. Peak performance in sport and business. Get to where you are your best! My office is in the back of my house and I live on a farm. My practice is about meeting you where you are, and getting you where you want to go. I am here for you.
John Hensley is a licensed professional clinical counselor and national certified counselor. He received his master's degree in Counseling and Human Development and his bachelor's degree in Human Services and Counseling from Lindsey Wilson College. He utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). He works with clients ages 6 to 65 and specializes in adjustment disorder, anger management, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, depression, LGBT services, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and stress management.
John Hensley is a licensed professional clinical counselor and national certified counselor. He received his master's degree in Counseling and Human Development and his bachelor's degree in Human Services and Counseling from Lindsey Wilson College. He utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). He works with clients ages 6 to 65 and specializes in adjustment disorder, anger management, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, depression, LGBT services, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and stress management.
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 trauma, depression, anxiety, and difficult 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 trauma, depression, anxiety, and difficult 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.
My name is Whitney Allen, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in Kentucky. As a therapist I hope to help my clients work through their anxiety, trauma, or any other concerns so they can become the best versions of themselves. My approach to therapy is person centered. I believe everyone is unique and individual, so I adapt my therapy approach to each client. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in treating addiction, anxiety, and trauma. I also have a background in working with the LGBTQIA+ community to assist these clients with specific needs.
My name is Whitney Allen, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in Kentucky. As a therapist I hope to help my clients work through their anxiety, trauma, or any other concerns so they can become the best versions of themselves. My approach to therapy is person centered. I believe everyone is unique and individual, so I adapt my therapy approach to each client. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in treating addiction, anxiety, and trauma. I also have a background in working with the LGBTQIA+ community to assist these clients with specific needs.
As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box”. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another.
As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box”. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another.
Janice Delores Hagans-Higgins
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Frankfort, KY 40602
Hello, I'm Janice. Do you feel as though you are facing the world alone, that life is too difficult, overwhelmed by life's circumstances, everyone's against you, or you're misunderstood? All of these issues may lead to anxiety, depression, or even substance use. I love working with clients igniting hope, believing no one is left to go through adversity alone. I'm a Licensed Counselor, Licensed Practical Nurse, Holistic life Coach, Certified Aroma Specialist, and Energy Healer, who enjoys working with people. My personal life experience with issues like trauma help me completely understand how you feel, which is important.
Hello, I'm Janice. Do you feel as though you are facing the world alone, that life is too difficult, overwhelmed by life's circumstances, everyone's against you, or you're misunderstood? All of these issues may lead to anxiety, depression, or even substance use. I love working with clients igniting hope, believing no one is left to go through adversity alone. I'm a Licensed Counselor, Licensed Practical Nurse, Holistic life Coach, Certified Aroma Specialist, and Energy Healer, who enjoys working with people. My personal life experience with issues like trauma help me completely understand how you feel, which is important.
Andrea Sparrow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frankfort, KY 40601
Not accepting new clients
My passion is to help individuals dealing with challenging life experiences that cause changes in their mood, behavior, and relationships. I believe people are resilient and are capable of growing and healing from challenges such as trauma and other adversities like job loss, financial stress, relationship problems, etc. I love helping individuals achieve goals that enhance their ability to live life rather than dreading it.
My passion is to help individuals dealing with challenging life experiences that cause changes in their mood, behavior, and relationships. I believe people are resilient and are capable of growing and healing from challenges such as trauma and other adversities like job loss, financial stress, relationship problems, etc. I love helping individuals achieve goals that enhance their ability to live life rather than dreading it.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.