Therapists in Shelby County, KY
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The Internal Family Systems concept of "Self" aligns beautifully with secular or faith-based therapy; people might have conversations with their different parts and understand why they act the way they do.
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.
The Internal Family Systems concept of "Self" aligns beautifully with secular or faith-based therapy; people might have conversations with their different parts and understand why they act the way they do.
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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Cassandra D Harris-Gray
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Shelbyville, KY 40065
I provide individual, couple, family and group therapy in the various areas of mental health, marriage, substance abuse, relationship difficulty, family conflicts, adolescent treatment other life challenging issues.
Cassandra D. Harris-Gray is the CEO of Creative Spirits Networks, INC a full serviced outpatient mental health corporation. Cassandra is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT), Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor(LCADC), and Mental Health Coach. I work with clients utilizing strength based competences to promote and navigate through life changes. She has authored her first book "90 Days of Power" and has served as a monthly columnist, a motivational speaker, corporate trainer and relationship seminar leader. She has over 20 plus years of clinical practice working with clients to create change.
I provide individual, couple, family and group therapy in the various areas of mental health, marriage, substance abuse, relationship difficulty, family conflicts, adolescent treatment other life challenging issues.
Cassandra D. Harris-Gray is the CEO of Creative Spirits Networks, INC a full serviced outpatient mental health corporation. Cassandra is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT), Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor(LCADC), and Mental Health Coach. I work with clients utilizing strength based competences to promote and navigate through life changes. She has authored her first book "90 Days of Power" and has served as a monthly columnist, a motivational speaker, corporate trainer and relationship seminar leader. She has over 20 plus years of clinical practice working with clients to create change.
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Karen Westbrooks
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Simpsonville, KY 40067 (Online Only)
We specialize in relationships and family connection/ conflict in the midst of trials and transitions.
Even in the 21st century, "having issues" still carries a stigma. Therapists are here to help you make your life better, but we are still not fully understood by the public. I'm guilty of not understanding dentists. I went to the dentist "only when" the pain was so bad I couldn't stand it, or "only when" I had to have a tooth yanked. Only in mid-life, after years of misery, did I understand dentists as being real doctors. Now, I respect the connection between healthy gums and healthy heart and I spare myself the prolonged anguish.
We specialize in relationships and family connection/ conflict in the midst of trials and transitions.
Even in the 21st century, "having issues" still carries a stigma. Therapists are here to help you make your life better, but we are still not fully understood by the public. I'm guilty of not understanding dentists. I went to the dentist "only when" the pain was so bad I couldn't stand it, or "only when" I had to have a tooth yanked. Only in mid-life, after years of misery, did I understand dentists as being real doctors. Now, I respect the connection between healthy gums and healthy heart and I spare myself the prolonged anguish.
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We provide online neuropsychological assessments for adults susected of having ADHD or autism. We also provide pre-surgical assessments for people seeking bariatric surgery and pain management procedures. Our therapists help people with anxiety, PTSD, depression, and relationship problems. We have several therapists who specialize in marriage counseling. We accept most major insurance plans including Passport and other Medicaid providers.
We provide online neuropsychological assessments for adults susected of having ADHD or autism. We also provide pre-surgical assessments for people seeking bariatric surgery and pain management procedures. Our therapists help people with anxiety, PTSD, depression, and relationship problems. We have several therapists who specialize in marriage counseling. We accept most major insurance plans including Passport and other Medicaid providers.
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Brett Corley MEd LPCC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC, LCADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Shelbyville, KY 40065
We serve children, adults, couples, families and offer groups. I never forget what courage it takes to seek help and I admire anyone trying to help their self. We believe in getting to know you to help create your personal goal in a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment. Most of all, we value and respect the counseling relationship. We work to give you the best experience possible. We appreciate your interest in improving your health and mental health. We value your trust and will work hard to help you.
We serve children, adults, couples, families and offer groups. I never forget what courage it takes to seek help and I admire anyone trying to help their self. We believe in getting to know you to help create your personal goal in a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment. Most of all, we value and respect the counseling relationship. We work to give you the best experience possible. We appreciate your interest in improving your health and mental health. We value your trust and will work hard to help you.
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Hello, I know seeking out a therapist is a bit intimidating and an important decision. I provide a warm environment, inviting my clients to get acquainted with themselves on a deeper level. In this process, healthy changes can manifest and possibilities that have seemed out of reach can begin to be considered and worked towards. Therapy is now available via Zoom. I particularly like to help clients to help themselves get unstuck from unhealthy patterns as well as getting their energy flowing positively and creatively. Working collaboratively we can identify what is blocking you from getting to where you want to be in your life.
Hello, I know seeking out a therapist is a bit intimidating and an important decision. I provide a warm environment, inviting my clients to get acquainted with themselves on a deeper level. In this process, healthy changes can manifest and possibilities that have seemed out of reach can begin to be considered and worked towards. Therapy is now available via Zoom. I particularly like to help clients to help themselves get unstuck from unhealthy patterns as well as getting their energy flowing positively and creatively. Working collaboratively we can identify what is blocking you from getting to where you want to be in your life.
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I offer a Person-Centered, non-judgmental environment. I work with clients of all ages, from children, adults, couples, and families, to develop personal goals and find abilities with-in themselves, to achieve those goals. I believe in building a counseling based relationship to help clients have the best therapeutic alliance possible. I strive to help Clients learn coping skills and abilities to be able to manage their emotions both during and after counseling sessions.
I offer a Person-Centered, non-judgmental environment. I work with clients of all ages, from children, adults, couples, and families, to develop personal goals and find abilities with-in themselves, to achieve those goals. I believe in building a counseling based relationship to help clients have the best therapeutic alliance possible. I strive to help Clients learn coping skills and abilities to be able to manage their emotions both during and after counseling sessions.
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Albert Einstein discovered several years ago that the Universe is expanding every day. What a great message for us all, as we are part of the Universe and have a part to play in our own expanding life. Our lives can help us to sincerely believe that life is worth living! We have the resources within our self to expand our lives, so that life can be adventurous, exciting, surprising, open to taking some risks, and being playful. What a great list of categories to discern how we are doing in our expanding our lives!.
Albert Einstein discovered several years ago that the Universe is expanding every day. What a great message for us all, as we are part of the Universe and have a part to play in our own expanding life. Our lives can help us to sincerely believe that life is worth living! We have the resources within our self to expand our lives, so that life can be adventurous, exciting, surprising, open to taking some risks, and being playful. What a great list of categories to discern how we are doing in our expanding our lives!.
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Do you find yourself stuck at work or at home? Do you want to strengthen your relationships? Do you need to improve communication and resolve conflict? Do you find yourself repeating patterns that produce depression and anxiety?
Do you find yourself stuck at work or at home? Do you want to strengthen your relationships? Do you need to improve communication and resolve conflict? Do you find yourself repeating patterns that produce depression and anxiety?
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Laura Marie Best
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Shelbyville, KY 40065
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.
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Emily Logsdon
Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Shelbyville, KY 40065 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Life can sometimes feel like a lonely journey full of obstacles and challenges. I am passionate about facilitating a non-judgmental environment during your journey of finding health and restoration. By honoring what has led you to therapy, I provide a safe space to discover the underlying issues of life's challenges. I desire to validate and truly understand your deepest concerns, by providing compassion and a safe space to flourish and grow.
Life can sometimes feel like a lonely journey full of obstacles and challenges. I am passionate about facilitating a non-judgmental environment during your journey of finding health and restoration. By honoring what has led you to therapy, I provide a safe space to discover the underlying issues of life's challenges. I desire to validate and truly understand your deepest concerns, by providing compassion and a safe space to flourish and grow.
Online Therapists
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Samantha N Upshaw Maxey
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40509
At Prevail Counseling we pride ourselves on our ability to leverage family values and strengths to address areas of concerns that any client may have.
Living life to the fullest is sometimes easier said than done. I believe people are innately good and wish to do their very best. Sometimes we get to places where doing our best, or living our best lives, is the most difficult thing we can face. My goal, as a clinical counselor, is to help people see their potential and help them identify ways to reach that potential. I specialize in an array of clients and look forward to finding individualized paths to help lead people to a more fulfilled life.
At Prevail Counseling we pride ourselves on our ability to leverage family values and strengths to address areas of concerns that any client may have.
Living life to the fullest is sometimes easier said than done. I believe people are innately good and wish to do their very best. Sometimes we get to places where doing our best, or living our best lives, is the most difficult thing we can face. My goal, as a clinical counselor, is to help people see their potential and help them identify ways to reach that potential. I specialize in an array of clients and look forward to finding individualized paths to help lead people to a more fulfilled life.
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Rebecca L Donaldson Accepting New Clients
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40299
I am happy to provide a free telephone consultation to see if I would be a good therapeutic match for you and/or your family or to help you find a therapist that is.
We all need help at times to manage life's challenges. I strive to provide a safe, compassionate, judgment-free space for you to navigate the healing process. I believe in a person's right to live their life as they see fit and in providing individualized treatment to best suit their personal needs and goals. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families with a diverse range of issues such as depression, anxiety, attachment disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, ADHD, and trauma.
I am happy to provide a free telephone consultation to see if I would be a good therapeutic match for you and/or your family or to help you find a therapist that is.
We all need help at times to manage life's challenges. I strive to provide a safe, compassionate, judgment-free space for you to navigate the healing process. I believe in a person's right to live their life as they see fit and in providing individualized treatment to best suit their personal needs and goals. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families with a diverse range of issues such as depression, anxiety, attachment disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, ADHD, and trauma.
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Hannah Conn (Hoverter)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40502
I believe in focusing not just on the individual client but the whole family in treatment, offering not only one on one child counseling, individual adolescent and adult counseling, but parenting and family sessions. At times individual sessions are the best approach due to the unique needs of the client, these being offered for children, adolescents and adults. With over 17 years of experience in counseling, I continue to greatly enjoy helping each individual take a step towards healing and the wholeness for which they were designed.
I believe in focusing not just on the individual client but the whole family in treatment, offering not only one on one child counseling, individual adolescent and adult counseling, but parenting and family sessions. At times individual sessions are the best approach due to the unique needs of the client, these being offered for children, adolescents and adults. With over 17 years of experience in counseling, I continue to greatly enjoy helping each individual take a step towards healing and the wholeness for which they were designed.
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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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Lee Alan Roussel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have more than 10 years of clinical practice. I am trained in treating adults, children, adolescents and families. I also have extensive training in addiction and dually diagnosed clients. My training is in areas of CBT, Motivational Interviewing, IFS and certified in Anger Management. I have practiced within outpatient and inpatient settings for the past 13 years. I am currently working on becoming a supervisor for LMFT's. I take a trauma informed, compassionate approach while addressing the issues and dynamics head on. I work extremely well with families, adults, kids, adolescents and couples.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have more than 10 years of clinical practice. I am trained in treating adults, children, adolescents and families. I also have extensive training in addiction and dually diagnosed clients. My training is in areas of CBT, Motivational Interviewing, IFS and certified in Anger Management. I have practiced within outpatient and inpatient settings for the past 13 years. I am currently working on becoming a supervisor for LMFT's. I take a trauma informed, compassionate approach while addressing the issues and dynamics head on. I work extremely well with families, adults, kids, adolescents and couples.
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I enjoy working with clients from every background. I believe therapy is a collaborative process with the overall goal being to address your concerns or issues in a manner that works specifically for you. I traditionally work from a Cognitive/Behavioral viewpoint, but also integrate family systems and insight oriented approaches. I believe treatment is a collaborative endeavor and I strive to work with clients in the manner that is most helpful to them.
I enjoy working with clients from every background. I believe therapy is a collaborative process with the overall goal being to address your concerns or issues in a manner that works specifically for you. I traditionally work from a Cognitive/Behavioral viewpoint, but also integrate family systems and insight oriented approaches. I believe treatment is a collaborative endeavor and I strive to work with clients in the manner that is most helpful to them.
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In my practice, I use evidence-based philosophies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Family Systems and others as the scaffolding to support your journey.
Welcome. You are here, and that’s an important step toward change. Some days it is a matter of taking one step and realizing you can take another step tomorrow. Other days it may feel difficult figuring out the next steps. As a therapist specializing in the unique challenges of depression, anxiety, trauma recovery and situational stress, I am here to help. Whether you are looking for a therapist for yourself or someone you care about, I appreciate the opportunity to get to know you.
In my practice, I use evidence-based philosophies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Family Systems and others as the scaffolding to support your journey.
Welcome. You are here, and that’s an important step toward change. Some days it is a matter of taking one step and realizing you can take another step tomorrow. Other days it may feel difficult figuring out the next steps. As a therapist specializing in the unique challenges of depression, anxiety, trauma recovery and situational stress, I am here to help. Whether you are looking for a therapist for yourself or someone you care about, I appreciate the opportunity to get to know you.
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Andrew M Davidson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40222
I work with individuals, families, couples, and adolescents facing tough challenges, transitions, and growth opportunities. I have over 16 years in practice with experience treating general mental health issues, substance abuse, co-dependency, trauma and grief. I work from a solution-focused, person-centered approach and address not only the individual in therapy, but their family unit or family of choice. I believe that individuals have the strength to create meaningful change in their lives, and as a helping professional, I offer support, facilitate and witness that change in a positive, friendly and collaborative way.
I work with individuals, families, couples, and adolescents facing tough challenges, transitions, and growth opportunities. I have over 16 years in practice with experience treating general mental health issues, substance abuse, co-dependency, trauma and grief. I work from a solution-focused, person-centered approach and address not only the individual in therapy, but their family unit or family of choice. I believe that individuals have the strength to create meaningful change in their lives, and as a helping professional, I offer support, facilitate and witness that change in a positive, friendly and collaborative way.
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Parish L. Richard
Counselor, MAE, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Florence, KY 41042 (Online Only)
I am trained in EMDR, motivational interviewing, and I pull from various other modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), family systems, and Reality Therapy, but definitely aren't limited to only these.
I am not the therapist that will tell you what you want to hear, but instead what is needed so you can grow! Hello! My name is Parish Richard (ree-shard) and I am Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) licensed in the states of Kentucky and Ohio. I graduated from Western Kentucky University with my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have experience working with adults, families, children, and adolescents. I have worked with clients of all backgrounds and have helped individuals concerning a variety of different issues. I utilize strategies catered to my clients based on their unique individual needs.
I am trained in EMDR, motivational interviewing, and I pull from various other modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), family systems, and Reality Therapy, but definitely aren't limited to only these.
I am not the therapist that will tell you what you want to hear, but instead what is needed so you can grow! Hello! My name is Parish Richard (ree-shard) and I am Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) licensed in the states of Kentucky and Ohio. I graduated from Western Kentucky University with my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have experience working with adults, families, children, and adolescents. I have worked with clients of all backgrounds and have helped individuals concerning a variety of different issues. I utilize strategies catered to my clients based on their unique individual needs.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.