Psychoanalytic Therapists in Louisville, KY

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Jacks Gilles
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40204
In 2013, I completed a two-year program in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from the Chicago Center for Psychoanalysis.
I believe that we all have needs that drive our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The need to connect, to be seen, to be heard, to succeed, to feel alive... Sometimes we are successful in getting our needs met, sometimes we are not. Often, we think there is only one way to be. We see and interpret our experiences with the patterns we establish in our early years. These ways of interacting in the world aren't always as effective or helpful as they may have been when we were young. Fortunately, we can change.
In 2013, I completed a two-year program in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from the Chicago Center for Psychoanalysis.
I believe that we all have needs that drive our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The need to connect, to be seen, to be heard, to succeed, to feel alive... Sometimes we are successful in getting our needs met, sometimes we are not. Often, we think there is only one way to be. We see and interpret our experiences with the patterns we establish in our early years. These ways of interacting in the world aren't always as effective or helpful as they may have been when we were young. Fortunately, we can change.
(502) 469-1069 View (502) 469-1069
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Robert D Brill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NCPsyA, MDiv
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40203
I'm a thoughtful reflective therapist who is intensely interested in people and their problems. I provide a comfortable, quiet, empathic environment, in which we can listen and sort out your needs in order to meet your goals and concerns. I'm a trained as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist
I'm a thoughtful reflective therapist who is intensely interested in people and their problems. I provide a comfortable, quiet, empathic environment, in which we can listen and sort out your needs in order to meet your goals and concerns. I'm a trained as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist
(502) 427-6063 View (502) 427-6063
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Melanie Hettinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40222
I have been practicing in the Louisville area since 2002. My experience ranges from acute inpatient care to out-patient therapy; working with children, adolescents and adults, as well as families and couples. Through my experience I am hoping to further apply my skills working with those who may be dealing with the following issues: anxiety, depressive/mood disorders, grief/death/dying issues, self esteem issues, peer conflicts, ADHD/ADD, social skills, parent/child relationships, and parenting skills. I want to work together to develop a therapeutic relationship that addresses your area of needs combined with empathetic understanding and validation of feelings.
I have been practicing in the Louisville area since 2002. My experience ranges from acute inpatient care to out-patient therapy; working with children, adolescents and adults, as well as families and couples. Through my experience I am hoping to further apply my skills working with those who may be dealing with the following issues: anxiety, depressive/mood disorders, grief/death/dying issues, self esteem issues, peer conflicts, ADHD/ADD, social skills, parent/child relationships, and parenting skills. I want to work together to develop a therapeutic relationship that addresses your area of needs combined with empathetic understanding and validation of feelings.
(502) 265-3930 View (502) 265-3930
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Dr. Helene L Finke
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40222
I am a licensed psychologist with more than 20 years of experience helping adults, older adolescents, and couples with a wide range of emotional and life issues such as: depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, relationship issues, and grief/loss. I enjoy working with individuals who are in some type of life transition/crossroads to help them to clarify and reach their goals - job change, graduating school, entering parenthood, coping with relationship loss.
I am a licensed psychologist with more than 20 years of experience helping adults, older adolescents, and couples with a wide range of emotional and life issues such as: depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, relationship issues, and grief/loss. I enjoy working with individuals who are in some type of life transition/crossroads to help them to clarify and reach their goals - job change, graduating school, entering parenthood, coping with relationship loss.
(502) 333-9517 View (502) 333-9517
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Kendra Keith
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40222
I work with a wide array of individuals from children to adults. I address many different concerns and issues that may lead to dysfunction in life.
I work with a wide array of individuals from children to adults. I address many different concerns and issues that may lead to dysfunction in life.
(502) 237-6850 View (502) 237-6850
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James P Kassel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40223
I am a licensed psychologist whose clinical expertise includes over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and clergy. I have a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Spalding University.
I am a licensed psychologist whose clinical expertise includes over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and clergy. I have a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Spalding University.
(502) 519-0331 View (502) 519-0331
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Melissa Pickett
Counselor, MRC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40204  (Online Only)
In this life, the most important part of our journey is our journey within. I have worked in the mental health field for 9 years and have practice working with children, adolescents and adults. Some of the disorders I have treated include obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety, depression, severe mental illness, grief, trauma and addiction. I have also worked closely with couples and families to assist with strengthening relationships and family bonds.
In this life, the most important part of our journey is our journey within. I have worked in the mental health field for 9 years and have practice working with children, adolescents and adults. Some of the disorders I have treated include obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety, depression, severe mental illness, grief, trauma and addiction. I have also worked closely with couples and families to assist with strengthening relationships and family bonds.
(386) 433-8215 View (386) 433-8215
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Dr. Alicia Moran
Counselor, LPCC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40222
Hello, I'm Dr. Alicia Moran, a licensed clinical professional counselor at Cognitive Organics. Guided by the wisdom of Jung's words, "There can be no transforming of darkness into light, without emotion," I specialize in unraveling the intricate threads of emotional intelligence. Grounded in a profound understanding of belief systems, my training delves into the core, where past ideologies shape your present reality. Embracing emotional intelligence is not just a skill; it's a transformative state-of-mind that shapes thoughts and heightens emotional awareness. I advocate not for change but for understanding and acceptance.
Hello, I'm Dr. Alicia Moran, a licensed clinical professional counselor at Cognitive Organics. Guided by the wisdom of Jung's words, "There can be no transforming of darkness into light, without emotion," I specialize in unraveling the intricate threads of emotional intelligence. Grounded in a profound understanding of belief systems, my training delves into the core, where past ideologies shape your present reality. Embracing emotional intelligence is not just a skill; it's a transformative state-of-mind that shapes thoughts and heightens emotional awareness. I advocate not for change but for understanding and acceptance.
(502) 677-4989 View (502) 677-4989
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Victoria Serrano
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40205  (Online Only)
Welcome! Who doesn’t want more tools for their toolbox? Substance use effecting your life? Struggling to manage mood? Need help setting goals and sticking to them? Unprocessed trauma? Relationship conflict? Taking proactive steps to private therapy means you recognize there are obstacles preventing you from living your best life and you are ready to address them. Good for you! I realize this can sometimes feel scary and confusing. You are not alone. Therapy is a very effective way to feel supported while gaining insight into your obstacles and learn how to resolve and move forward. Keep going!
Welcome! Who doesn’t want more tools for their toolbox? Substance use effecting your life? Struggling to manage mood? Need help setting goals and sticking to them? Unprocessed trauma? Relationship conflict? Taking proactive steps to private therapy means you recognize there are obstacles preventing you from living your best life and you are ready to address them. Good for you! I realize this can sometimes feel scary and confusing. You are not alone. Therapy is a very effective way to feel supported while gaining insight into your obstacles and learn how to resolve and move forward. Keep going!
(502) 325-3375 View (502) 325-3375
Matthew Currin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MEd
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40206
Not accepting new clients
My most basic goal is to be authentic, accepting and actively engaged with all of my clients. We'll work to make fundamental connections and collaborate to discover new ways of thinking, feeling and relating to the world. I hope to help facilitate personal growth by creating a welcoming environment and acting as a thoughtful, creative catalyst to self-awareness. I firmly support educating and empowering people as a life tool to overcome adversity, that effective counseling is an active partnership, and that clients who are able to achieve a deeper understanding and awareness also grow closer to their authentic selves. Let's explore!
My most basic goal is to be authentic, accepting and actively engaged with all of my clients. We'll work to make fundamental connections and collaborate to discover new ways of thinking, feeling and relating to the world. I hope to help facilitate personal growth by creating a welcoming environment and acting as a thoughtful, creative catalyst to self-awareness. I firmly support educating and empowering people as a life tool to overcome adversity, that effective counseling is an active partnership, and that clients who are able to achieve a deeper understanding and awareness also grow closer to their authentic selves. Let's explore!
(502) 890-9817 View (502) 890-9817
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Eric White Baker Jr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40206
Are you struggling to figure out what makes you happy or to find motivation to make the changes that would greatly improve your life? Are you trying to figure out your purpose in an ever changing and complicated world? Do you struggle in navigating your personal / family relationships, or wish to improve how you relate with others? Are you just stuck and confused on what to do? The clients that I consider a best fit are those who are wanting to change themselves but are finding themselves stuck because of anxiety, depression or relational problems.
Are you struggling to figure out what makes you happy or to find motivation to make the changes that would greatly improve your life? Are you trying to figure out your purpose in an ever changing and complicated world? Do you struggle in navigating your personal / family relationships, or wish to improve how you relate with others? Are you just stuck and confused on what to do? The clients that I consider a best fit are those who are wanting to change themselves but are finding themselves stuck because of anxiety, depression or relational problems.
(502) 237-4121 x2 View (502) 237-4121 x2
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Renew Counseling, LLC
Counselor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
Renew Counseling Services was established in 2014, and quickly grew to become a group practice with more than 30 therapists. Our therapists are not only trained in several therapeutic models but also come from different backgrounds and life experiences. ​ The practice was created with the belief that all people can make great strides towards personal growth when ready for change. We know trauma plays an important role in the difficulties many face. We are a practice of therapists trained extensively in EMDR, Expressive Therapy, Family Therapy, DBT and CBT. We have many years of experience, knowledge and practice.
Renew Counseling Services was established in 2014, and quickly grew to become a group practice with more than 30 therapists. Our therapists are not only trained in several therapeutic models but also come from different backgrounds and life experiences. ​ The practice was created with the belief that all people can make great strides towards personal growth when ready for change. We know trauma plays an important role in the difficulties many face. We are a practice of therapists trained extensively in EMDR, Expressive Therapy, Family Therapy, DBT and CBT. We have many years of experience, knowledge and practice.
(502) 804-5467 View (502) 804-5467
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Demetria T January
Counselor, MEd, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40245  (Online Only)
Demetria specializes in depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, and trauma disorders. She works with ages 12 and up. My ideal client is ready to evolve. We will talk, laugh, and uncover some challenging topics. It is my goal to assist you with challenging yourself to evolve into your ideal, healed version of yourself. Let's chat!
Demetria specializes in depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, and trauma disorders. She works with ages 12 and up. My ideal client is ready to evolve. We will talk, laugh, and uncover some challenging topics. It is my goal to assist you with challenging yourself to evolve into your ideal, healed version of yourself. Let's chat!
(502) 289-6336 View (502) 289-6336
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Brittani Hoyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40223
It would be my honor to join you in your road to hope, healing, restoration, and so much more. I enjoy working with couples as well as individuals. I have a desire to take my experience and share it with others in a way that will help them move forward in life in a positive healthy way.
It would be my honor to join you in your road to hope, healing, restoration, and so much more. I enjoy working with couples as well as individuals. I have a desire to take my experience and share it with others in a way that will help them move forward in life in a positive healthy way.
(502) 547-8203 View (502) 547-8203
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Catherine Eleson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LCMHCA , LPCC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40213
If you are motivated to understand the conscious and unconscious forces and meanings that shape your experience and relationships; If you feel you are without choices; if you are struggling with questions of self-worth; if you are grieving; if you feel hurt, betrayed or abandoned, I encourage you to take the brave first step toward your self by entering into this safe space of non-judgment. I desire to create a safe and therapeutic space where individuals feel the safety to be seen and known.
If you are motivated to understand the conscious and unconscious forces and meanings that shape your experience and relationships; If you feel you are without choices; if you are struggling with questions of self-worth; if you are grieving; if you feel hurt, betrayed or abandoned, I encourage you to take the brave first step toward your self by entering into this safe space of non-judgment. I desire to create a safe and therapeutic space where individuals feel the safety to be seen and known.
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Drew Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40223
Clients who seek my guidance often yearn for liberation from the burdens of anxiety, stress, depression, or interpersonal strife. Their aspiration extends beyond symptom relief; they desire insight into the underlying causes. Many discover that their surface behaviors merely scratch the surface of their issues and are on a quest for genuine transformation and healing.
Clients who seek my guidance often yearn for liberation from the burdens of anxiety, stress, depression, or interpersonal strife. Their aspiration extends beyond symptom relief; they desire insight into the underlying causes. Many discover that their surface behaviors merely scratch the surface of their issues and are on a quest for genuine transformation and healing.
(502) 281-0871 View (502) 281-0871
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Erica Toney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40272
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I am Erica Toney and I am excited you have found my page! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker experienced in treating anxiety and depressive disorders, trauma-related issues, grief and loss. My approach to therapy varies because people vary. Your story is unique to you. I use an array of therapeutic strategies to meet you exactly where you are. We will spend time understanding what you are experiencing and collaboratively work to develop actionable tools designed to improve the overall quality of your life.
Welcome! I am Erica Toney and I am excited you have found my page! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker experienced in treating anxiety and depressive disorders, trauma-related issues, grief and loss. My approach to therapy varies because people vary. Your story is unique to you. I use an array of therapeutic strategies to meet you exactly where you are. We will spend time understanding what you are experiencing and collaboratively work to develop actionable tools designed to improve the overall quality of your life.
(502) 289-5802 View (502) 289-5802
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Lisa Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40222
My clients generally feel hopeful almost as soon as making contact with me. It's reassuring to know that your therapist has 30 yrs' experience and can help! I am warm yet direct, creative yet informative, engaged yet objective. My expertise includes: family therapy, individual therapy, couples therapy and group therapy. I am very skilled in counseling adolescents and adults. Through psychotherapy, my clients have enjoyed success in replacing destructive communication patterns in the family with effective skills, overcoming anxiety and depression, connecting with others-intimately or otherwise, and increasing self-esteem.
My clients generally feel hopeful almost as soon as making contact with me. It's reassuring to know that your therapist has 30 yrs' experience and can help! I am warm yet direct, creative yet informative, engaged yet objective. My expertise includes: family therapy, individual therapy, couples therapy and group therapy. I am very skilled in counseling adolescents and adults. Through psychotherapy, my clients have enjoyed success in replacing destructive communication patterns in the family with effective skills, overcoming anxiety and depression, connecting with others-intimately or otherwise, and increasing self-esteem.
(502) 225-3835 View (502) 225-3835
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Amy Hughes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40243
I realize beginning therapy can be difficult. I believe that a large portion of therapy is about your rapport with your therapist and I strive to make this process as easy and comfortable as possible. Through the past 20 years I have served children, adolescents and adults in various therapeutic settings. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) and I have a Masters in Social Work (MSSW). I believe my education, professional experience and personal life experiences help me to be a caring and effective therapist.
I realize beginning therapy can be difficult. I believe that a large portion of therapy is about your rapport with your therapist and I strive to make this process as easy and comfortable as possible. Through the past 20 years I have served children, adolescents and adults in various therapeutic settings. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) and I have a Masters in Social Work (MSSW). I believe my education, professional experience and personal life experiences help me to be a caring and effective therapist.
(502) 553-8896 View (502) 553-8896
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Sonny Hatfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40205
Change can be frightening and growth that results from changes in our life or sadly a crisis can be challenging or debilitating. Relationships at home and work maybe urging you to make changes. Perhaps you’ve found that everything has changed, moved on or away and that has caused a crisis, pain or an imbalance in your life. What you’ve used to cope with in the past to manage sorrow, dispair, stress, anxiety, grief or the unfinished business in your life your work and relationships may not be working for you any longer. Life is urging you to do things differently and make those changes that this process can help and heal.
Change can be frightening and growth that results from changes in our life or sadly a crisis can be challenging or debilitating. Relationships at home and work maybe urging you to make changes. Perhaps you’ve found that everything has changed, moved on or away and that has caused a crisis, pain or an imbalance in your life. What you’ve used to cope with in the past to manage sorrow, dispair, stress, anxiety, grief or the unfinished business in your life your work and relationships may not be working for you any longer. Life is urging you to do things differently and make those changes that this process can help and heal.
(502) 325-3664 View (502) 325-3664
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Psychoanalytic Therapists

Does psychoanalytic therapy work?

Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.

How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?

Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.

Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?

Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.

Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?

Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.