Therapists in Kentucky

As a licensed therapist in Missouri, Kentucky, and New Jersey, I bring 25 years of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. My approach centers on creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their inner experiences and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth. I specialize in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, LGBTQ+,and life transitions. My therapeutic work focuses on helping individuals navigate complex emotional landscapes, from workplace stress to relationship dynamics, with particular expertise in supporting young adults, caregivers, and those experiencing significant personal transformations. My practice is deeply committed to understanding each client's unique journey. I offer a progressive, affirming approach that honors individual experiences and empowers clients to develop stronger self-understanding, communication skills, and emotional resilience. Whether you're struggling with social anxiety, processing major life changes, or seeking deeper self-connection, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience in helping people find solutions to their problems. Over the years, I have been told by clients that they really feel that I am listening to them and trying to understand what is going on in their lives and how they feel. Clients have also told me that they do not feel any sense of judgment, but rather that I accept them for who they are and where they are in their life’s journey. My style is empathetic and solution focused. I will spend time asking you questions in order to get to know you and try to find out what is at the heart of your issue. Together, we will talk about possible avenues you may want to take, or changes you may want to consider. I may give you some “homework” assignments…things to write out or think about, worksheets to complete, or even techniques/exercises to practice in your own time so that some of what we discuss in our sessions is reinforced. Most of all, I will be an objective listener, helping you to gain insight into what is going on with you, so that you are able to make the choices and changes you want to, in your own time. I look forward to working with you!

You are not alone and you have taken a huge step by reaching out for help! Hello and welcome! Thank you for your interest in working with me as your therapist. My name is Valarie C. Collins. You are welcome to call me Valarie or Val for short. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in the state of Kentucky. I obtained my Bachelor's degree in Psychology before obtaining my Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling and have approximately 15 years of experience in the counseling field. I have experience working with people of all ages with a wide variety of concerns (anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, stress, anger management, relationship issues, trauma including various types of abuse, and adjustment to change, as well as others). I have worked in various settings such as outpatient mental health clinics, private practice outpatient offices, rehabilitation facilities, detox units, intensive outpatient programs, and psychiatric hospital units. I have experience working with individuals, groups, and couples. I feel that my therapy approach differs depending on the concerns that are being addressed. We will work together to find the approach, strategies, and goals that are the best fit for you. I use motivational interviewing techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy the most, but typically there will be a combination of various types of therapy utilized in our counseling relationship. As a therapist, I will be doing many things to assist you in finding solutions, processing thoughts and feelings, and gaining relief from your symptoms. As we go through this process, I will ask questions, make suggestions, and provide some education and educational materials related to your specific issues. We will also identify goals that you would like to accomplish and will discuss progress on those goals. I offer various types of therapy services through BetterHelp (messaging, live chat, phone sessions, and video sessions). I have a set schedule of appointment days and times to choose from for live services (chat, phone, video). However, after we start meeting, we can discuss additional days/times that I may not have posted openings for. So, if there are certain days/times that are best for you, I am certainly open to discussing this. For messaging, I will be checking my messages several times a day. I will be responding ASAP, but this will primarily be on weekdays, with some responses on weekends. You are a priority to me and I want you to feel that way. I want our work together to be collaborative so that you feel empowered, supported, and confident in the accomplishments that I know you can achieve!

My name is Mike and I call Kentucky my home. I have spent most of my life in the Appalachian region, with a short-work tenure in Knoxville. I love living in the mountains and find being outdoors is where I find the most joy. My approach to therapy is warm, open, encouraging, and direct. I draw from a variety of methods to create a tailored approach for each individual and situation. I’m an active therapist, combining experience, education, creativity, and a sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling. My areas of specialized practice experience include: depression, anxiety, marriage and family therapy, family issues/discord, family changes, stress management, adjustment, trauma, coaching/motivation/self-esteem, sleep issues, and substance-abuse. I like to utilize a cognitive-behavioral approach to therapy, as well as acceptance work, for more general mental health concerns. For marriage/family concerns, a behavioral family therapy model, and I utilize S.M.A.R.T. recovery for substance abuse issues. I like to use involve Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, which can be utilized for minor, or significant sleep disturbances. Past and current practice experience includes: Institutional Review Board for a federal government agency Kentucky Board of Social Work Clinical Supervisor Healthcare Ethics Consultant 13 years of clinical work with the federal and state government, providing care for military veterans and their families. 2 years working as a bereavement counselor for Hospice. _______________________________________ SPECIALTIES • Stress, Anxiety • Relationship issues • Parenting issues • Self esteem • Depression I also have experience in Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD. Years of Experience: 15

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Professional Art Therapist, licensed in Kentucky. I have more than 12 years experience working with anxiety, depression, medical trauma, PTSD, ADHD, Autism, as well as bereavement and grief. My style is humanistic with a client-centered approach supporting evidenced-based intervention. I believe in human beings, in their capacity to grow, change and endure. I believe in using the strengths of the individual as the basis of finding solutions to existing difficulties and paths forward. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy but am able to supplement this with Expressive therapies which can provide a deeper personal meaning to the pursuit of wellness. I believe in the importance of establishing a safe place for the building of relationship and communication with unconditional acceptance of the individual, and of holding that safe space open for the expression and movement of the individual in therapy.

I am licensed in Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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!

My name is Tammy Adams I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Kentucky. I earned my Masters at the University of Louisville in 2010 and my Bachelors at the University of Kentucky in 2005. I have worked with the Cabinet for Families and Children for 3 years before going into Community Mental Health where I have worked for the past 17 years. I have worked in many different settings over the years such as inpatient, outpatient, and jails working with individuals, couples, families, teens, veterans, the homeless and medically complex care patients with a variety of personal issues. Some of the issues are anxiety/depression, substance use disorder, relationship/marital problems, grief and loss, family conflict, PTSD, anger management, and more. My approach to therapy is understanding, empathetic and interactive. I believe in validating your feelings and being non-judgmental while combing several models such as cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, family systems, solution focused, among others. I believe in meeting the client where they are and allowing them to lead therapy approaches. I understand life is hard and moving on feels impossible but allow me to show you how. Helping you understand that life happens to everyone and can make you feel alone but you are not. Thank you for considering me as your therapist.

Hi! My name is Russell or Rusty or Russ, whichever you prefer. My approach is casual, but also rooted in science. Like an astronaut might say they “always knew they wanted to be an astronaut”, I’ve always known I wanted to be a therapist. I’ve studied the more interesting psychological treatment approaches, like humanistic theory, motivational and mindfulness based approaches, but graduated from a rigorous Psychology program rooted in the science of Cognitive Behavioral Theory. My Master's degree is a Master’s of Science in Social Work. I believe that there’s a framework that fits everyone and every problem, but that good outcomes are rooted in a good therapeutic rapport as well as an approach that actually works. Let’s let your challenges guide our treatment approach, I’m here to listen and help you solve! EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND Bachelors of Science in Psychology-Spring Hill College 2005 Masters of Science in Social Work-University of Louisville 2011 Sources supporting online therapy: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/07/130730091255.htm#:~:text=%22In%20the%20medium%20term%2C%20online,provided%20by%20University%20of%20Zurich. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5659300/ https://www.blunt-therapy.com/wp-content/uploads/Study_of_BetterHelp_eCounseling.pdf

I am licensed in Kentucky with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. 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.

I am licensed in Kentucky with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & bipolar disorder. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Kentucky with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Kentucky with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Kentucky with over 4 years of clinical practice experience. I work with clients who experience symptoms and concerns, including depression, anxiety, anger management, self-esteem, coping with grief and loss, motivation, relationship issues, and ADHD. I have also worked with people who have experience with trauma, domestic violence, and abuse. I strive to provide validation, empathy, compassion while working with clients to create an open and safe environment where feelings and thoughts can be shared free of judgment. I believe in treating everyone with respect and sensitivity. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, systems, trauma, reality, psychodynamic, humanistic, family/couples/group therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique needs. It takes courage to embark on your mental health journey of a more fulfilling and happier life. When you are ready to embark on this journey, I am here to support and empower you! I look forward to getting to know you and working with you on your mental journey. Remember, you can absolutely do this as you have strength within you!

As a licensed therapist in Alabama, Kentucky, and Tennessee, I bring 14 years of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, and significant life transitions with compassion and a deep sense of humanness. While I work with a wide range of concerns, my primary areas of specialization include trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and trauma-related symptoms. Many clients are surprised to learn how much past trauma can influence everyday functioning. It’s common for individuals to begin therapy for issues such as anxiety, relationship strain, or life stress, and later discover that unresolved trauma plays a meaningful role in what they’re experiencing. When this happens, we address those deeper layers together at a pace that feels safe and manageable. I strive to offer a supportive, grounding, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can openly explore their emotional struggles, develop healthier coping strategies, and move toward meaningful healing. My goal is to empower individuals to work through obstacles, rebuild their sense of self, and create lasting, positive change in their lives. I am committed to providing thoughtful, individualized care that honors each person’s unique story, personal values, and lived experience. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and tailored to your specific needs, ensuring that you feel understood, supported, and equipped as you move forward on your healing journey.