Eating Disorders Therapists in Richmond, KY
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Alma Sue Banks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, KY 40475 (Online Only)
I love my work and offer clients a safe and supportive environment to process unpleasant and 2 uncomfortable emotions such as anxiety, struggles with parenting, issues related to transitions in life, eating disorders/disordered eating, and grief. I aim to partner with you to learn how to accept and cope with the inevitable pain and stress of being a human.
I love my work and offer clients a safe and supportive environment to process unpleasant and 2 uncomfortable emotions such as anxiety, struggles with parenting, issues related to transitions in life, eating disorders/disordered eating, and grief. I aim to partner with you to learn how to accept and cope with the inevitable pain and stress of being a human.
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This has been extremely valuable in developing my clinical skills and ability to understand and help a wide variety of people from various backgrounds. The next invaluable contribution to my clinical abilities is my Mother, Elizabeth, an extremely wise, loving woman of deep spirituality and profound critical thinking skills. She taught me, "Everyone I know knows something I don't." This makes every single person of unique intrinsic value. I have been a professional counselor for over 20 years.
This has been extremely valuable in developing my clinical skills and ability to understand and help a wide variety of people from various backgrounds. The next invaluable contribution to my clinical abilities is my Mother, Elizabeth, an extremely wise, loving woman of deep spirituality and profound critical thinking skills. She taught me, "Everyone I know knows something I don't." This makes every single person of unique intrinsic value. I have been a professional counselor for over 20 years.
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Heather Ramsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Heather Ramsey, LCSW. I work with a wide range of clients in various demographics. I meet the client where they are and provide encouragement along the way! I look forward to working with you. I utilize CBT and DBT to assist my clients in achieving their goals. Additionally, I work within a strengths-based system and family systems as needed. I enjoy working with a wide range of clients. I have found those ages 11+ do well with telehealth services utilizing the therapeutic approach I focus on.
Hello, my name is Heather Ramsey, LCSW. I work with a wide range of clients in various demographics. I meet the client where they are and provide encouragement along the way! I look forward to working with you. I utilize CBT and DBT to assist my clients in achieving their goals. Additionally, I work within a strengths-based system and family systems as needed. I enjoy working with a wide range of clients. I have found those ages 11+ do well with telehealth services utilizing the therapeutic approach I focus on.
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Hi, my name is Dr. Dave Smith, and I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I entered my profession with a desire to help individuals and families overcome the struggles they face. I specialize in Clinical Mental Health, Addiction & Recovery, Couples and Marriage & Family Therapy. I work with a wide range of clients and demographic groups. I treat anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, ADHD, personality disorder, autism spectrum, addiction, and sexual dysfunction. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Strategic Therapy and Intergenerational Family Therapy
Hi, my name is Dr. Dave Smith, and I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I entered my profession with a desire to help individuals and families overcome the struggles they face. I specialize in Clinical Mental Health, Addiction & Recovery, Couples and Marriage & Family Therapy. I work with a wide range of clients and demographic groups. I treat anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, ADHD, personality disorder, autism spectrum, addiction, and sexual dysfunction. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Strategic Therapy and Intergenerational Family Therapy
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Parsons Counseling & Play Therapy Center-Richmond
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475
Parsons Counseling offers services for ALL ages. We have three counselors working in Richmond to serve your counseling needs: Brittany Wilson, LPCC, Laura Weitkamp, LPCC, RPT, Taylor Speaks, LPCC, and Taylor Crisler LPCA. We understand that it is difficult to go to a stranger and talk about the most difficult times in your life. It is our desire that counseling is a process that is comfortable for you. You will learn coping skills that you can immediately start using in your daily life. Our clients from 2 to 75 all report that play therapy is a wonderful way to get to the root of their issues.
Parsons Counseling offers services for ALL ages. We have three counselors working in Richmond to serve your counseling needs: Brittany Wilson, LPCC, Laura Weitkamp, LPCC, RPT, Taylor Speaks, LPCC, and Taylor Crisler LPCA. We understand that it is difficult to go to a stranger and talk about the most difficult times in your life. It is our desire that counseling is a process that is comfortable for you. You will learn coping skills that you can immediately start using in your daily life. Our clients from 2 to 75 all report that play therapy is a wonderful way to get to the root of their issues.
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Now, that's the Spirit! As a Catholic mental health professional, I am dedicated to upholding the ethical and moral principles of faith in my practice and promoting healing that is rooted in love, faith, and compassion.
Now, that's the Spirit! As a Catholic mental health professional, I am dedicated to upholding the ethical and moral principles of faith in my practice and promoting healing that is rooted in love, faith, and compassion.
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I use modern reliable and effective hypnosis techniques for all of my clients. Using cutting edge hypnosis techniques, I help find the source of the issue and, by using insights to help re-frame it, we are able to help neutralize the emotions associated with it. This helps my clients to live in freedom of the issues that have been holding them back or prevented them from living a fulfilling life.
I use modern reliable and effective hypnosis techniques for all of my clients. Using cutting edge hypnosis techniques, I help find the source of the issue and, by using insights to help re-frame it, we are able to help neutralize the emotions associated with it. This helps my clients to live in freedom of the issues that have been holding them back or prevented them from living a fulfilling life.
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Paul D Dalton, MS, LPCC-S, LCADC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC-S, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, KY 40475
Hello! Our office of over 50 counselors, therapists, nurse practitioners and psychologists 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. Most of our referrals come from the thousands of people we have helped like you. Please call today. If we can't help, we will find someone that can. Never, ever give up! Over 25 years. Five locations. Hundreds of years of combined experience. Call 859.338.0466 today.
Hello! Our office of over 50 counselors, therapists, nurse practitioners and psychologists 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. Most of our referrals come from the thousands of people we have helped like you. Please call today. If we can't help, we will find someone that can. Never, ever give up! Over 25 years. Five locations. Hundreds of years of combined experience. Call 859.338.0466 today.
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Kendra O Poe
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, NCCE-A
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475
Thank you for taking the first step and considering counseling services. At Thrive Counseling & Consultation, we strive to help clients not only survive, but to thrive. Our environment is nonjudgmental in nature, and a safe place to explore life's difficulties. We have a team of therapists, and our aim is to place you with the therapist who is the best fit for your particular issues. Call today for help from a caring professional!
Thank you for taking the first step and considering counseling services. At Thrive Counseling & Consultation, we strive to help clients not only survive, but to thrive. Our environment is nonjudgmental in nature, and a safe place to explore life's difficulties. We have a team of therapists, and our aim is to place you with the therapist who is the best fit for your particular issues. Call today for help from a caring professional!
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Carol Proctor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475 (Online Only)
We all need to experience acceptance and love, a place of rest. In this type of environment we can heal wounds, grow in our strengths and establish boundaries with self and others.
We all need to experience acceptance and love, a place of rest. In this type of environment we can heal wounds, grow in our strengths and establish boundaries with self and others.
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I specialize in the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and extreme OCD. I also work with trauma and other mood disorders. I am open and honest with my clients about my own personal mental health struggles as I too have BPD and other mental health conditions. I use self-disclosure to help validate clients’ experiences and also dispel some of the mystique one may feel about me as a clinician. We are all equal in terms of needing help to overcome mental health challenges.
I specialize in the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and extreme OCD. I also work with trauma and other mood disorders. I am open and honest with my clients about my own personal mental health struggles as I too have BPD and other mental health conditions. I use self-disclosure to help validate clients’ experiences and also dispel some of the mystique one may feel about me as a clinician. We are all equal in terms of needing help to overcome mental health challenges.
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Olivia Williams, PhD, LPCA is a developmental psychologist and is a licensed clinical mental health counselor in Kentucky specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and children & adolescent counseling. I have experience in a vast range of mental health specialties and have experience with different populations. I utilize an approach based on individualized needs, but some common approaches include person-centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Using personalized approaches allows me to explore all areas that may be impacting one’s overall wellbeing.
Olivia Williams, PhD, LPCA is a developmental psychologist and is a licensed clinical mental health counselor in Kentucky specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and children & adolescent counseling. I have experience in a vast range of mental health specialties and have experience with different populations. I utilize an approach based on individualized needs, but some common approaches include person-centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Using personalized approaches allows me to explore all areas that may be impacting one’s overall wellbeing.
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I actively listen to clients and create a set of goals to work on to reduce symptoms, so clients can heal, cope, and live their best lives. Then we work together step by step to achieve those goals.
I actively listen to clients and create a set of goals to work on to reduce symptoms, so clients can heal, cope, and live their best lives. Then we work together step by step to achieve those goals.
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I have worked with children and adults aged 5 and up with various disorders including substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, ODD, Bipolar, mood disorders, personality disorders, and those in the LGBTQ+ community. Have been in the role of Estill County Specialty Court Counselor as an advocate for individuals in Drug Court and recovery. I enjoy working with and welcoming all individuals. “Being able to be your true self is one of the strongest components of good mental health.” - Lauren Fogel Mersy, n.d. My goal is to help you build your good mental health by utilizing evidence-based therapy.
I have worked with children and adults aged 5 and up with various disorders including substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, ODD, Bipolar, mood disorders, personality disorders, and those in the LGBTQ+ community. Have been in the role of Estill County Specialty Court Counselor as an advocate for individuals in Drug Court and recovery. I enjoy working with and welcoming all individuals. “Being able to be your true self is one of the strongest components of good mental health.” - Lauren Fogel Mersy, n.d. My goal is to help you build your good mental health by utilizing evidence-based therapy.
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Terry Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475 (Online Only)
i am a 30 year veteran of counseling and specialize in working with clients through Solution Focused Therapy, EMDR therapy among other modalities. I have experience in working with all populations and ages in a variety of settings.
i am a 30 year veteran of counseling and specialize in working with clients through Solution Focused Therapy, EMDR therapy among other modalities. I have experience in working with all populations and ages in a variety of settings.
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Amber Hord-Helme
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475 (Online Only)
I provide person-centered therapy for individuals, couples, adolescents and children. I provide trauma informed care for those who have experienced loss, abuse and mood/anxiety disorders.
I provide person-centered therapy for individuals, couples, adolescents and children. I provide trauma informed care for those who have experienced loss, abuse and mood/anxiety disorders.
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Mindsight Behavioral Group
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475
We offer a wide range of counseling services tailored to your needs, including individual, family and couples-all available both in-person and online. Our expert clinicians are dedicated to addressing your specific concerns, ensuring you receive personalized support. We can see children 3+ , teens and adults!
We offer a wide range of counseling services tailored to your needs, including individual, family and couples-all available both in-person and online. Our expert clinicians are dedicated to addressing your specific concerns, ensuring you receive personalized support. We can see children 3+ , teens and adults!
Online Therapists
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Resilience Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Somerset, KY 42503
We also have a therapist who is continually expanding their training on eating disorders to provide good client care in areas where it is hard to find help.
Resilience Counseling Services was started to help people in our community build their mental wellness. We enjoy helping our clients identify and reach their goals. We help our clients work on concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders and self esteem just to name a few. We provide clients with a safe, judgement free area to express their concerns and talk about their stressors.
We also have a therapist who is continually expanding their training on eating disorders to provide good client care in areas where it is hard to find help.
Resilience Counseling Services was started to help people in our community build their mental wellness. We enjoy helping our clients identify and reach their goals. We help our clients work on concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders and self esteem just to name a few. We provide clients with a safe, judgement free area to express their concerns and talk about their stressors.
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Dr. Ashley A. Hicks
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S, IMFT-S, RYT200
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40205 (Online Only)
I have worked with issues related to depression, anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders, self-esteem, trauma, and relationships.
Life is hard and at times we all need support along the journey. I seek to offer support for those struggling along the way. I believe that every individual is inherently worthy. The goal of therapy is to encourage the use of positive resources, options, and opportunities, to help improve individual and relational well-being and redeem past loss/shame. I will work with you to create a plan that best fits your needs and helps move you toward your desired goal. I operate from a strength based perspective that addresses the whole person.
I have worked with issues related to depression, anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders, self-esteem, trauma, and relationships.
Life is hard and at times we all need support along the journey. I seek to offer support for those struggling along the way. I believe that every individual is inherently worthy. The goal of therapy is to encourage the use of positive resources, options, and opportunities, to help improve individual and relational well-being and redeem past loss/shame. I will work with you to create a plan that best fits your needs and helps move you toward your desired goal. I operate from a strength based perspective that addresses the whole person.
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I am a Licensed Psychological Associate at Be Well Kentucky, which houses the Louisville Center for Eating Disorders.
Do you worry or obsess? Are you tired of your struggle with anxiety? I specialize in providing treatment to children and adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), phobias, and other OCD-related disorders such as trichotillomania and excoriation disorder. As a fluent, native Spanish-speaker, I provide evidence-based treatments in both Spanish and English. I utilize Exposure with Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), the gold standard treatment for OCD. I also utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness and acceptance-based interventions in the treatment of the above-mentioned disorders.
I am a Licensed Psychological Associate at Be Well Kentucky, which houses the Louisville Center for Eating Disorders.
Do you worry or obsess? Are you tired of your struggle with anxiety? I specialize in providing treatment to children and adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), phobias, and other OCD-related disorders such as trichotillomania and excoriation disorder. As a fluent, native Spanish-speaker, I provide evidence-based treatments in both Spanish and English. I utilize Exposure with Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), the gold standard treatment for OCD. I also utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness and acceptance-based interventions in the treatment of the above-mentioned disorders.
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What happens in therapy for eating disorders?
In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviors, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behavior affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.
What therapy types help with eating disorders?
Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counseling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioral disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.
What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?
The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behavior, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.
What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?
Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognize they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.
How long does therapy last for eating disorders?
Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behavior has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.