Greetings from Kentucky!
My name is Casey Coursey Castor and I am an LCSW with EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) training. I have been a therapist for over 8 years, working in inpatient hospital settings, intensive outpatient, and private practice. I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work at Western Kentucky University. My experience includes working with individuals experiencing trauma, addiction issues (both behavioral addictions such as sex/gambling and substance), career challenges, and GAD. I have also worked with clients who are struggling to identify happiness and meaning in their world.
I would describe my therapeutic approach as empathetic- there is at times a fear when starting with a new therapist. There is fear of judgement, fear of saying the wrong thing. I want you to know that I am here for all of it- the good, bad, and the ugly. I come from a nonjudgmental response as we trudge the road to Happy Destiny together. With a history of working in addictions, I understand the importance of working with someone who will work towards holding us accountable while holding a place for empathy as well. I have received training over the years that has increased my experiences with using EMDR techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy Models.
My ultimate joy is helping folks overcome barriers that they otherwise thought were unbearable. One of my favorite sayings in regards to therapy is your therapist gets to be the one person in your life who does not have a say-so or opinion on the outcome of what you desire most. Our friends, spouses, family- they at times have a stake on our decisions and wants. As your therapist, my goal would be to get you to where you want, cheering you along as we witness your success, while coming from a place of empathy.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Adoption and Foster Care, Codependency, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family of Origin Issues, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexuality, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
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These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Casey Coursey. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Casey is one of the best and most caring therapists I’ve had. She’s so supportive and kind I can tell she’s genuinely concerned for my well being and the excitement I hear when I tell her I’m doing well gives me the confidence I need. She’s helped me as a therapist and as positive figure in my life. Casey I can’t thank you enough.
Written on Jun 02, 2021 after therapy with Casey for 8 months
I've had other therapists in the past, but Casey filled me with confidence from the outset and has surpassed my hopes in her empathetic but practical approach. I think very highly of Casey after working with her for a couple of months and would recommend her as not only an empathetic person to talk to but also a highly-skilled, solution-oriented therapist that can handle anything you may throw her way.
Written on May 15, 2021 after therapy with Casey for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and grief
She has helped so much and she truly cares
Written on Feb 23, 2021 after therapy with Casey for 2 weeks
Casey is extremely personable and genuinely concerned about her clients. She makes me feel very comfortable and always asks the right questions in our sessions. I have very much enjoyed having her as my counselor and highly recommend her.
Written on Feb 15, 2021 after therapy with Casey for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Casey is absolutely wonderful. She really helped me with my personal relationships, and helped identify some things that I didn't realise were affecting me so much. Since our very first session I have been in a much better place, and couldn't recommend her highly enough!
Written on Feb 05, 2021 after therapy with Casey for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Casey does a good job of highlighting goals to focus on.
Written on Jan 19, 2021 after therapy with Casey for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues