When seeking a therapist, Louisville, KY may seem like a good bet. With its large population, there are psychiatric nurse practitioners, licensed professional counselors, and other dedicated professionals throughout the city. However, it can be challenging to find just the right counseling services for what you’re looking for, even in a populous area. There are a number of therapeutic approaches, and what works for one person may not work as well for another. Therapy is a personal experience, and not only do you want to get the therapy that works for you, but the right therapist to work with you. 

With online therapy through a platform like BetterHelp, you can match with over 30,000 mental health professionals like psychiatric nurse practitioners, licensed social workers, counselors, and psychologists. These professionals specialize in a number of evidence-based practices for treatment of everything from anxiety disorders or mood disorders to addiction. And because therapeutic alliance is such an important factor in success, if for any reason you don’t mesh well with your therapist, BetterHelp allows you to switch at no additional cost. 

Online therapy is also a convenient option for people with busy lives. Sessions can be easily fit into a time that works for your schedule, and with video chat, phone, or text messaging options you can meet with your therapist from the comfort of your own home or office. 

People seek therapy for any number of reasons, and in many cases one of the most difficult things is getting started. If you are looking to meet with a therapist to treat a mental health condition, learn stress management techniques, heal from life experiences, or start a journey of self-discovery, BetterHelp can make that first step both simple and effective.

Psychologist Keri Kitchen providing different types of therapy in Louisville

Keri Kitchen

Clinician
License Type(s): M.Ed., LPCC, NCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
18 years offering treatment

I earned a Master of Education in Mental Health Counseling and Human Development from Lindsey Wilson School of Professional Counseling in 2008. My experience has been in a range of settings, but primarily in working with individuals and families to explore anxiety, depression, or other underlying concerns that create problems in day-to-day life. I have experience and training working with anxiety and depression, grief/bereavement, perinatal mental health, trauma, parenting, and more. Throughout my schooling and career, I have had many professional influences, through professors, supervisors, colleagues, and various theorists. Theoretically, I find myself often focusing on a cognitive-behavioral approach to therapy. Ultimately, I view the theories and techniques I use through a scriptural and spiritual framework, always striving to better understand God's remarkable creations. I believe that the counseling process revolves around improving relationships with others as well as the self. Life is a learning process. My basic approach is generally to help my subscribers develop and master healthy coping skills (building confidence in their ability to do so), and then work together to dig a bit further to identify and resolve underlying conflicts that lead to common symptoms (such as anger, anxiety, and depression). It's a process with different pieces, and when they all start fitting together, very good things can happen. Counseling is work - it requires effort on both the part of the therapist and the part of the subscriber... but the end result can be life changing! I'm excited to help guide you through the steps to finding peace and personal growth. Keri Kitchen, M.Ed., L.P.C.C.-S, N.C.C.

Psychologist Brittany Fleischer providing different types of therapy in Louisville

Brittany Fleischer

Clinician
License Type(s): MAEd. LPCC-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
11 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and have been providing counseling services for 11 years in both face to face and virtual platforms. During my time I have been able to assist many individuals struggling with a wide variety of struggles including depression, anxiety, low self esteem, severe and persistent mental health symptoms, relational and family concerns, and substance abuse issues. My approach to counseling in each and every session is one that is focused on meeting the individual where they are. I am focused on making this process warm and comforting for you as I understand that the concerns being brought to the sessions are ones causing great discomfort. The theoretical approaches I utilize are Person Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Behavioral Therapy. Again, all of this is just saying that together we will begin processing through the concerns being presented and identify ways in which you can begin working through them. I understand that it takes a great deal of courage for one to reach out and ask for help and I commend you on taking this step. I am so blessed that you are choosing to allow me to be apart of this journey with you and am looking forward to meeting you. At this time I am able to provide services via the chat sessions, phone sessions and messages. I respond in the chat Tuesday through Saturday checking in several times per day.

Psychologist George Martinez providing different types of therapy in Louisville

George Martinez

Clinician
License Type(s): M.S. ,LPP
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepression
29 years offering treatment

I am a mental health professional and Licensed Psychological Practitioner licensed in the state of Kentucky with over 30 years of experience in the mental health field. I have a master's degree in Clinical Psychology. I have worked with a wide range of concerns including, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, intellectual disability, ADHD, family problems, and coping with the challenges of life. I have also helped people who want assistance with direction in life, work issues, and communication concerns in their relationships. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and client-centered counseling. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I applaud and admire your willingness to move towards a more fulfilling and satisfying life by taking the first steps in the process of change. I am here to support and empower you to progress towards your goals in life. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Richard Gantt providing different types of therapy in Louisville

Richard Gantt

Clinician
License Type(s): MA ,LPCC-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression
23 years offering treatment

My name is Rick Gantt. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - Supervisor in the commonwealth of Kentucky. I have over 20 years of experience working as a mental health counselor and have a very diverse set of experiences through the years with preferences in bipolar and mood issues, grief and mourning, anger issues, couples counseling and past traumas. I also have considerable experience working with substance and dual diagnosis. I prefer an adolescent through adult and even geriatric clientele. I am experienced and do care about those that I work with and enjoy seeing my clients succeed. I am an eclectic therapist which basically means that I use what I see is most effective for the Client.  Much of what we will talk about will be Gestalt therapy which attempts to help you be empowered to learn to make your own decisions and help to find the sources of issues within your past.  CBT and behavioral therapies are always useful in helping to see that by changing these thoughts you can easily change behaviors that follow.  I also use some psychoanalytic to help to see the influence that development has had on current thoughts and emotions.  And finally, Client centered which helps in creating an environment for learning.

Psychologist Phyllis Lonneman providing different types of therapy in Louisville

Phyllis Lonneman

Clinician
License Type(s): JD, MA, MS
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
10 years offering treatment

I have been an attorney for 40 years, college professor, mediator and finally when I began thinking about slowing down, I decided that all the years of working with divorce clients, criminal clients, abused children and adults gave me the background to help people in another way. My background leads me to believe labels should not apply to adults or children in therapy. It takes a huge amount of courage to seek help from a stranger but the reward of living a happier life makes it worth the your time. No one likes change but sometimes change is good and a challenge. My approach when working with clients is the person-centered approach and we work together for the your good. The best way to describe how I work with my clients is with passion and genuine concern for their progress in becoming a better version of themselves.

Psychologist Jana Wilson providing different types of therapy in Louisville

Jana Wilson

Clinician
License Type(s): MEd,LPCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefAnger management
3 years offering treatment

I am Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in the state of Kentucky by the National Board of Professional Counselors to provide mental health counseling. I graduated from Mid-Continent University receiving a B.A. in Missions and Evangelism. I obtained my M.Ed., in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Murray State University, Ky. I have over 7 years of experience and extensive training in treating adolescent and adult behavior concerns. As well as, 4.5 years training and experience in suicide crisis prevention and intervention. I have worked with clients with a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I am certified in Person Centered Approach, Grief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Race-Trauma and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Therapies. I also work with couples to strengthen their relationships and offers divorce counseling to those who are considering divorce or have made the decision to split. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and don’t believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, motivational interviewing, and client-centered therapies. However, I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you! SPECIALTIES • Stress, Anxiety • Relationship issues • Family conflicts • Parenting issues • Coping with life changes • Trauma and abuse • Grief • Race Trauma Also experienced in: Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self-esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Commitment Issues Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Grief Therapy Years of Experience: 7

Psychologist Stephanie Beebe providing different types of therapy in Louisville

Stephanie Beebe

Clinician
License Type(s): MSW, LISW-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
20 years offering treatment

I am a clinical social worker licensed in Ohio with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns not limited to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I have a strong background in family preservation and educational advocacy. If you are a parent or individual looking for help, I am the therapist for you. My counseling style is open and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral and rational-emotive counseling. I believe in working with my clients to identify small life 'tweaks' that result in big outcomes. I will tailor our conversation and treatment to meet your unique and specific needs. Some people believe that a person who seeks treatment is weak. I believe that a person who looks for help is strong because it means that they have already made a decision to improve their life! It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Megan Harvey providing different types of therapy in Louisville

Megan Harvey

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Kentucky with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Norman Townsel providing different types of therapy in Louisville

Norman Townsel

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
21 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Ohio and Kentucky with 21 years of professional, clinical work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, work conflict, anger, motivation, and self esteem. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Tavina Hensley providing different types of therapy in Louisville

Tavina Hensley

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Kentucky with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Types of therapists available to clients in Louisville

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Louisville that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Louisville available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Louisville therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Louisville therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Louisville region and in the state of Kentucky.

How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want 

Therapists in Louisville can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Louisville may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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