Trauma Focused Therapists in Lexington, KY

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with a variety of mental health, behavioral issues, and trauma. I am also a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor and am extremely passionate about helping adolescents and adults suffering from substance use disorders achieve freedom and recovery from their substance use. I am equally passionate about assisting family members struggling with maladaptive behaviors stemming from substance use disorders, such as codependency.

Are you looking for a compassionate therapist to support you on your journey toward healing and personal growth? I am dedicated to providing the guidance and tools you need to overcome life's challenges. With expertise in a range of issues, including neurodivergence, anxiety, behavioral issues, depression, grief, family dynamics, intimate partner difficulties, parenting struggles, and trauma-focused therapy, I am here to help you find your inner strength and live a more fulfilling life. I have specialized experience in supporting parents of children with Autism or intellectual disabilties.

I chose to pursue a career in mental health because of my passion for helping people to experience wholeness and to walk in freedom. Throughout my time in practice, I have had the privilege of working with individuals of all ages and in many different seasons of life by offering hope, support, and new tools to empower and equip on the journey toward health and healing. I use a client-centered approach and have a strengths-based perspective that emphasizes the value of each individual.

As a dedicated clinical social worker, I am here to guide you on a transformative journey towards holistic healing. Rooted in a profound understanding of the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, I specialize in trauma-informed care. With advanced training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), I bring evidence-based practices to empower you on your path to recovery.

In this time of unrest, feelings of anxiety, stress and depression are highented and can effect children and adults alike. I am a Certified Play Therapist working toward Registration with over two years of experience working with adults and children dealing with these issues and more. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and am certified in Trauma Focused -Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy. My approach to counseling is to work conjointly with the client to help them acheive their goals. I am currently accepting new clients and am available to speak to you via phone or online. I am here to help.

As a parent myself I understand how overwhelming it can feel to see your child struggling to understand, express, and manage their emotions. I can help your child or adolescent learn to control their emotions and behaviors to benefit the entire family! And the insight and skills gained in therapy will be utilized throughout your child’s lifetime. My approach is integrative, primarily adopting techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, play therapy, and behavior modification. Want to know more? I'd love to connect with you!

We are a private counseling practice in Lexington. Our remarkable team of clinical social workers and clinical counselors consist of Jessica Jaramillo, Vicki Von Almen Gray, Jennifer Congleton, Emma Lovely, Leeann Hayslett, Monica Stewart, Dr. Imelda Bratton, Joan Scales, Emily Porter, Dr. Becky Hill, and Rachel O'Farrell . We have a variety of specialties, experiences, and skills. As our name reflects, we focus on the clinical needs for all ages: young children, school aged children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We offer day, evening, and Saturday sessions, to support diverse individual and family needs.

Openings immediately! I am passionate about helping people deal with changes in life as they navigate the path to independence, confidence, and a peaceful mind. I have worked primarily with adults and teenagers who are going through feelings of anxiety, panic, depression, and the lasting effects of trauma. I am particularly passionate about working with people who have experienced religious trauma. I provide a nonjudgemental space for people of all identities to clarify and work towards the change they want to see in their life and find a place where they belong.

Tish is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Kentucky and provides individual therapy and counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults. After completing her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Sociology, Tish continued her education at Lindsey Wilson College and earned her Master’s Degree in Counseling. Tish has worked in the mental health field for 25 years and has been a licensed practitioner for 22 of those years. She has experience with individuals who are dually diagnosed and has a long history of working with individuals who have experienced traumatic events.

Our mental health programs offers quality counseling and mental health therapy services to adults, children and families. Our team of experienced therapists use evidenced-based treatment modalities to help you and your family identify problem areas, set treatment goals and achieve a greater quality of life. All of our therapists are individuals who are state licensed to provide clinical services. They have a master’s level degree or higher; many with certifications in specialized area, including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Substance Abuse and Addiction, and Marriage and Family Therapy

As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), I have been practicing since 2009 with experience in mental and behavioral health counseling with adolescents and adults. I received my Bachelor's degree in Social Work from the University of Kentucky and my Master's degree in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I have training in a variety of counseling approaches to customize therapy to fit each client's individual needs, including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.

I believe we all have the ability to guide the direction of our life towards a more genuine and authentic path no matter what we’ve experienced in the past. This new path can feel uncomfortable and uncertain and having someone there to walk alongside you can help make these steps feel more safe and secure. My experience is working with children through adults in their process of healing and growth.

Are you questioning if things could be better for yourself? Are you unhappy with how you feel, how well you tend to manage your emotions or reactions? I am here to help you do that work. I want to help others find their strengths and feel empowered. I have a passion for helping women, whether they are struggling with anxiety, health issues, or becoming a parent. I am in the process of becoming trained in perinatal mental health treatment and hope to offer specialized treatments to those struggling with perinatal mental health conditions in the near future.

I have been in practice since 1999, when I received my MSW from the University of Kentucky. My work has been with families and children in multiple settings, with particular focus on trauma informed care. I am comfortable with family interventions as well as working with individuals. I have always enjoyed working with children and knew that I wanted to work with children and their families in some capacity. This work has been in a variety of settings, in patient, in-home, and outpatient and in school. I have completed the training for Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and understand how trauma impacts an individual.

If you are here...you're ready to change. And I'm proud of you. Change is hard. Taking the first steps to get help is even harder. But I am here for you. So if you are seeking to understand your feelings and lessen your anxieties, I'm here to help you do that. Maybe you need help to process something that has happened to you or someone you love? Perhaps a big life change has inspired fear you cannot overcome? If you are struggling with grief, anxiety, depression or anger, I am here to guide you. Addictions destroying your life? Trauma? Feeling stuck? I'm here for you, too. And I'm ready when you are.

Let's talk about trauma. How common is it? The National Center on PTSD estimates 60% of men and 50% of women will experience at least one trauma in their lifetime. Experiencing trauma isn't a rare event, it can happen to anyone. Common reactions to traumatic experiences include feeling more anxious than normal, feeling detached and/or numb, experiencing nightmares or unwanted thoughts about the trauma, and going out of your way to avoid reminders of the event. If you’ve been through something in your past that you can’t seem to escape it in the present, you have the power to stop it from disrupting your future.

Healing comes from within. I work from an intergenerational approach to address the many factors that lead to who we are and how experiences affect us all uniquely. I believe that trust, honesty and empathy are the foundations of all healthy relationships and will always provide a safe place for healing. All of us are unique, our experiences are all pieces of who we are. I use multiple evidence based approaches to aid in healing. I have experience working with diverse populations and families of all compositions. I work with all ages and specialize in trauma, family dynamics/relationships, severe mental illness and neurodivergence.

I began my career working with chronic pain patients in a multidisciplinary setting. My career has included helping clients with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and adult children issues including emotional, psychological, physical, and sexual abuse. Most recently, I worked with veterans with PTSD from combat, sexual trauma, and other military related trauma issues. I have extensive experience helping trauma survivors recover from their experiences.

Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Therapist. I graduated with a Bachelor's in Psychology, as well earned my masters in the clinical track of Master's in Social Work at the University of Kentucky. I have a certification in the cognate area of study in Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH). I have experience working with individuals whom are struggling with a variety of mental and behavioral health concerns, as well with the substance use population. I have a past experience working in in-patient and out-patient treatment care.