Therapists in Hazard, KY
Hazard, Kentucky was first settled by Elijah Combs who became a notable citizen of the area. The town was named after a distinguished naval hero of the War of 1812, Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry. Perry’s defeat of the British Naval Forces stands in sharp contrast to the devastation of the Civil War in Hazard. The railroad came through years later and Hazard began to flourish. Perhaps the severe ups and downs of Hazard’s history are reminiscent of the state of your mental health.
Life brings many fluctuating experiences and it’s possible to weather them on more of an even keel. Match up with one of the licensed treatment specialists in Hazard and experience what mental health wellness feels like.
Erica Patton Simpson
Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,LCSW,TF-CBT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
25 years offering treatment
Hello and welcome! *Please Note* I only provide messaging and live chat. I do not provide audio or video sessions at this time. If you need a service that is different than I provide, please click the change counselor button or let me know how I can best help you find what you need. My name is Erica Patton Simpson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in brain-based treatments and trauma resolution in Kentucky, where I provide timely assistance to individuals and couples facing events that cause a disruption in healthy functioning. I am so glad you are here with me and I look forward to walking this journey with you. I have known since I was very young that I had a desire to help others. I suffered trauma growing up and spent much of the last 25 years focusing on the casualty of the symptoms experienced as opposed to just the symptoms themselves, which may include anxiety, depression, mood disturbances, lack of focus, relational issues, and overall poor or below level functioning. I found by learning even more about the ways in which trauma affects you neurologically, mentally, emotionally and physically, it became even more important for me to give back the knowledge I had gained to help others. I am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), which is an innovative treatment in brain-based therapy used for trauma resolution and performance enhancement, which involves brain disregulation including anxiety-depression spectrum, attention deficits, behavior disorders, PTSD and emotional trauma disturbances. Since launching my career more than 20 years ago, I have earned a reputation for possessing a proven ability to enter traumatic scenarios and defuse them quickly and discreetly. My personal therapeutic approach is to return my clients to optimal functioning by quickly minimizing psychological stress, reducing emotional barriers, addressing unresolved trauma, identifying unhealthy influences, and ultimately helping to develop the skills needed to live your life without the stressors you currently face - all within the therapeutic process. As an expert in trauma and human systems, I can work in short, intensive sessions to prevent and manage crises or in a less intensive treatment modality as you journey through your recovery to optimal health. As a result, together we can create lives filled with purpose and joy as highly functional individuals and couples.
Amy Whitaker
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in practice since 2003. My specialties include working with adults and couples challenged by life changes, family or marital conflict, infertility, grief, anxiety and work difficulty. I believe in creating a safe space to talk through complicated situations. I think bouncing things off someone neutral to a situation can allow us to work through many things. Perspective matters. How we see things impacts our response. I want to support you while challenging your perspective to ensure you are making healthy decisions you feel confident and proud about. Therapy is part of who I am but it isn’t all. I know my experiences outside a therapy practice guide me to being a well rounded confidant.
Hollie Crisp II
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteem
13 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Kentucky with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, intimacy related issues, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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!
Linda Flynn
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Kentucky with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & depression. 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!
Janice Sowell
Clinician
License Type(s): M.Ed,LPCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression
6 years offering treatment
Hello, my name is Janice Sowell. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio and a License Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky. In 2023, I was approved to practice as a License Professional Counselor in Tennessee. I received a Master of Education with concentration on Professional Counseling and Human Development with specialization in Mental Health Counseling from Lindsey Wilson College, Columbia, Kentucky, in 2016. I work in a Trauma informed setting, providing therapy and crisis intervention. Much of my work has focused on treatment of various mental health issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, domestic violence, conflict resolution, sexual abuse, and grief. Hence, I will work from a place of compassion, authenticity, and collaboration. My goal is to provide a supportive environment where your initial concerns are explored, goals developed, along with discovering your strengths and resources as we move towards what really matters to you. My approach is elective, meaning I will use the best therapeutic approach for each individual client. I am primarily a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I believe that our thoughts influence our emotions and behaviors. Therefore; I deem that the therapeutic relationship can be a vehicle for change. It takes willpower to seek a more gratifying and happier life that is necessary for a positive change to take place. I am here to support you as you make positive changes in your life, to achieve your goals. Thank you for the opportunity to serve. I look forward to collaborating with you!
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.
Patricia Tingler-Baker
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Kentucky, Ohio and Tennessee with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. 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.
Amanda Buchanan
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseDepression
15 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Kentucky, Oregon and Tennessee with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, lgbtq+ related issues, & trauma and abuse. 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.
Daymond Walton
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment
It is wonderful that mental health struggles are becoming less stigmatized, and people feel more comfortable being vulnerable. I am here for you if you want to open up. For 10 years I have worked with kids, teens, and adults both inpatient and outpatient. Issues such as: life management skills, anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-confidence are a few of the areas I have helped people improve. From me you will receive an open mind without judgment. You may have specific problems on your mind or maybe you just want someone to talk to because you don’t feel good, even if you have no idea why. Either way I want to let you know I'm ready to help and can't wait to hear from you. See you soon.
Ashley Arthur
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
6 years offering treatment
Hi there, and welcome! I'm a licensed therapist in Ohio with over five years of professional experience. My approach goes beyond textbooks—I’m a real-life therapist who values open-mindedness and practicality in addressing life’s challenges. I specialize in helping individuals navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring our conversations and treatment plans to meet your unique needs. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life is a courageous decision, and I’m here to walk that path with you. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to make the changes you desire. Let’s get started on this journey—your best life is waiting.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Hazard?
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 Hazard that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic 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 Hazard available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Hazard 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, Hazard therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Hazard region and in the state of Kentucky.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Hazard 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 Hazard may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Hazard offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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