LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Richmond, KY
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I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of successful therapy. I believe in acceptance-based change. We must first accept what is before we can decide what will be. This included self-acceptance. I use an integrated counseling approach that emphasizes congruence, unconditional positive regard, empathic understanding, and collaboration. I also draw on various techniques, from humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, rational-emotive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and positive psychology.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of successful therapy. I believe in acceptance-based change. We must first accept what is before we can decide what will be. This included self-acceptance. I use an integrated counseling approach that emphasizes congruence, unconditional positive regard, empathic understanding, and collaboration. I also draw on various techniques, from humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, rational-emotive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and positive psychology.
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Lena Bergman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, CSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, KY 40475 (Online Only)
Lena previously has worked for the State of Kentucky as a social worker and partnered with families and children to find resources and work through issues the family faced. Lena has been an educator for Bluegrass Community and Technical College for several years teaching in the social work and human services areas. She has adopted two children through foster care and understands how trauma can impact children and families.
Lena previously has worked for the State of Kentucky as a social worker and partnered with families and children to find resources and work through issues the family faced. Lena has been an educator for Bluegrass Community and Technical College for several years teaching in the social work and human services areas. She has adopted two children through foster care and understands how trauma can impact children and families.
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Crystal Morgan
Counselor, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, KY 40475
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Have you ever felt like you were missing out on something but not sure what? Do you feel like you could be fulfilled but you don't know how to get there? Are you going through a transition in your life and need reassurance or guidance from a non-judgmental place? If so, now is a good time to reach out and explore your own inner strength to make life feel whole again. I work with individuals from teens to retirement age, couples in different stages of their relationship, and young adults who are trying to find their own identity in this world. I also work with clients who want to change their story and create their own.
Have you ever felt like you were missing out on something but not sure what? Do you feel like you could be fulfilled but you don't know how to get there? Are you going through a transition in your life and need reassurance or guidance from a non-judgmental place? If so, now is a good time to reach out and explore your own inner strength to make life feel whole again. I work with individuals from teens to retirement age, couples in different stages of their relationship, and young adults who are trying to find their own identity in this world. I also work with clients who want to change their story and create their own.
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I can help clients by providing a safe place for client's to process trauma and create healthy coping skills to manage stress, anxiety, triggers, and depression.
I can help clients by providing a safe place for client's to process trauma and create healthy coping skills to manage stress, anxiety, triggers, and depression.
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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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During graduate school at WKU, I worked as a Substance Use Therapist for one year during my internship. After graduation, I began working as a LPCA in a substance use setting for 2 years. I began working in private practice setting and obtained my LPCC in 2023. I have been working with co-occurring disorders for 3 years, and I have become familiar with working in a hybrid setting of in-person and Telehealth settings. I am very passionate with working with clients who have history of trauma and addiction.
During graduate school at WKU, I worked as a Substance Use Therapist for one year during my internship. After graduation, I began working as a LPCA in a substance use setting for 2 years. I began working in private practice setting and obtained my LPCC in 2023. I have been working with co-occurring disorders for 3 years, and I have become familiar with working in a hybrid setting of in-person and Telehealth settings. I am very passionate with working with clients who have history of trauma and addiction.
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In my experience with working with individuals from all walks of life, a nearly universal thread that I see underlying most mental health and substance abuse struggles are histories of trauma. This life is hard and this world is cruel. Therefore, most of my practice comes from an understanding of the intergenerational effects and ongoing disruption that a single traumatic event can pose on an individual’s wellbeing. Utilizing CBT, DBT, and ACT, my goal is to help clients heal in a holistic manner.
In my experience with working with individuals from all walks of life, a nearly universal thread that I see underlying most mental health and substance abuse struggles are histories of trauma. This life is hard and this world is cruel. Therefore, most of my practice comes from an understanding of the intergenerational effects and ongoing disruption that a single traumatic event can pose on an individual’s wellbeing. Utilizing CBT, DBT, and ACT, my goal is to help clients heal in a holistic manner.
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Life is a journey and sometimes we may need a little help along the way. On life's journey we may experience anxiety, depression, grief or trauma which me may lead us feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, fearful or angry. Sometime we may need someone to walk beside us on the journey to assist in overcoming and healing from life's ups and downs.
Life is a journey and sometimes we may need a little help along the way. On life's journey we may experience anxiety, depression, grief or trauma which me may lead us feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, fearful or angry. Sometime we may need someone to walk beside us on the journey to assist in overcoming and healing from life's ups and downs.
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If you would like help relieving emotional pain, increasing confidence, improving coping skills, making an important decision, addressing oppression, or adjusting to life changes, I hope you will consider working with me. I provide a safe and collaborative environment that promotes positive changes in your life. I believe what makes therapy work is a relationship that is open, honest, warm, and validating. This strong foundation allows for challenge that is supportive and productive. Thank you for considering me as your therapist.
If you would like help relieving emotional pain, increasing confidence, improving coping skills, making an important decision, addressing oppression, or adjusting to life changes, I hope you will consider working with me. I provide a safe and collaborative environment that promotes positive changes in your life. I believe what makes therapy work is a relationship that is open, honest, warm, and validating. This strong foundation allows for challenge that is supportive and productive. Thank you for considering me as your therapist.
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I have been working as a therapist since 2008 and enjoy helping people understand the role of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in creating a life worth living for themselves. Relationships are important for coping with day to day stressors. One that often gets neglected is the personal relationship an individual has with his or herself. I enjoy helping people identify their strengths and define themselves by these qualities.
I have been working as a therapist since 2008 and enjoy helping people understand the role of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in creating a life worth living for themselves. Relationships are important for coping with day to day stressors. One that often gets neglected is the personal relationship an individual has with his or herself. I enjoy helping people identify their strengths and define themselves by these qualities.
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As far as anyone around you can tell, you are doing okay (maybe even great!), but deep down you feel you are barely holding it together. You’ve spent your whole life taking care of others and ignoring your own needs for the benefit of everyone around you. It feels like no one, maybe not even yourself, knows the real you. If you truly let someone in, what if they look at you completely different? You are terrified people will reject you and see you as a burden if you are no longer the "strong one." The fears creep in each time you think about breaking down the wall you've carefully crafted to keep others from getting too close.
As far as anyone around you can tell, you are doing okay (maybe even great!), but deep down you feel you are barely holding it together. You’ve spent your whole life taking care of others and ignoring your own needs for the benefit of everyone around you. It feels like no one, maybe not even yourself, knows the real you. If you truly let someone in, what if they look at you completely different? You are terrified people will reject you and see you as a burden if you are no longer the "strong one." The fears creep in each time you think about breaking down the wall you've carefully crafted to keep others from getting too close.
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Cherish S Forney
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475
Together, we will create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions. I specialize in assisting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and substance abuse challenges. Whether you're facing overwhelming emotions, seeking ways to break free from negative thought patterns, or aiming to overcome addictive behaviors, I am here to provide guidance and support throughout your journey.
Together, we will create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions. I specialize in assisting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and substance abuse challenges. Whether you're facing overwhelming emotions, seeking ways to break free from negative thought patterns, or aiming to overcome addictive behaviors, I am here to provide guidance and support throughout your journey.
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Madison Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475 (Online Only)
I help adolescents and adults with mood disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and OCD, by taking a person-centered approach and using a variety of treatment modalities to best treat their symptoms.
I help adolescents and adults with mood disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and OCD, by taking a person-centered approach and using a variety of treatment modalities to best treat their symptoms.
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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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Lucinda Kiper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, KY 40475 (Online Only)
I can help client’s to create the version of themselves and life that they want and deserve.
I can help client’s to create the version of themselves and life that they want and deserve.
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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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Kasey Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, KY 40476
Hey there! Look at you, taking the first step toward reaching your mental health goals. I hope you’re proud of yourself and I’m honored you’re considering working with me. Sometimes taking the first step in seeking help can be an overwhelming and scary process. I believe that one of the bravest things someone can do is begin to understand their own story. My therapeutic approach is rooted in the belief that every individual has unique experiences and that their plan of care should be person-centered, holistic, and strengths-based. For each of my clients, I offer a safe space where they can feel seen, heard, and valued.
Hey there! Look at you, taking the first step toward reaching your mental health goals. I hope you’re proud of yourself and I’m honored you’re considering working with me. Sometimes taking the first step in seeking help can be an overwhelming and scary process. I believe that one of the bravest things someone can do is begin to understand their own story. My therapeutic approach is rooted in the belief that every individual has unique experiences and that their plan of care should be person-centered, holistic, and strengths-based. For each of my clients, I offer a safe space where they can feel seen, heard, and valued.
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Family Village Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475 (Online Only)
Family Village Counseling Center is a telehealth only mental health agency. We have multiple therapists with many years experience, offering services children, teens, families, adults and couples. Our therapists offer laid-back, flexible services, to allow you to feel more comfortable in connecting with a therapist that meets your therapeutic needs. We accept Medicaid and are in network with most major commercial insurance plans. We do offer private pay options for individuals and can explore payment plans or a sliding scale fee if needed.
Family Village Counseling Center is a telehealth only mental health agency. We have multiple therapists with many years experience, offering services children, teens, families, adults and couples. Our therapists offer laid-back, flexible services, to allow you to feel more comfortable in connecting with a therapist that meets your therapeutic needs. We accept Medicaid and are in network with most major commercial insurance plans. We do offer private pay options for individuals and can explore payment plans or a sliding scale fee if needed.
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Jared Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, LPCC, NCC, CSTIP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, KY 40475 (Online Only)
The most important parts of mental wellness are the ability to increase one’s self-awareness and broaden one’s perspective. As your counselor, I will provide a safe and judgment free environment for you to gain a better understanding of whatever issues you are dealing with as an individual, couple, or in any other types of romantic relationships. The main goal of most clients is "to feel better," and I am here to help you make that goal more specific so that you can grow in the areas most important to you. I also strive to destigmatize counseling for men, Black / African-Americans, and other minority groups.
The most important parts of mental wellness are the ability to increase one’s self-awareness and broaden one’s perspective. As your counselor, I will provide a safe and judgment free environment for you to gain a better understanding of whatever issues you are dealing with as an individual, couple, or in any other types of romantic relationships. The main goal of most clients is "to feel better," and I am here to help you make that goal more specific so that you can grow in the areas most important to you. I also strive to destigmatize counseling for men, Black / African-Americans, and other minority groups.
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Candace Cross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating ADHD, PTSD, Depression and Anxiety in Adults and have been in practice since 2013. I help clients learn communication, motivation, relationship, and coping skills for mood and/or ADHD/executive functioning symptoms. I am very skills based and try to help clients learn skills to use in every day life. If you are feeling dissatisfied with your work, your mood, your self-esteem, or your relationships contact me for a FREE 15 minute consultation. I provide therapy via telehealth, so my services can better fit into your busy schedule.
I specialize in treating ADHD, PTSD, Depression and Anxiety in Adults and have been in practice since 2013. I help clients learn communication, motivation, relationship, and coping skills for mood and/or ADHD/executive functioning symptoms. I am very skills based and try to help clients learn skills to use in every day life. If you are feeling dissatisfied with your work, your mood, your self-esteem, or your relationships contact me for a FREE 15 minute consultation. I provide therapy via telehealth, so my services can better fit into your busy schedule.
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