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Psychologist Leah Pavela-Mullins providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Leah Pavela-Mullins

Clinician
License Type(s): MN LICSW 29567, IL LCSW 149022843
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment

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!

Psychologist Jennifer Neagle-Fugate providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Jennifer Neagle-Fugate

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LPCC 168886
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGrief
12 years offering treatment

Hello! I am licensed as a counselor in Kentucky with 7 years experience helping others to find effective ways of coping with many of life's problems. I know that seeking therapy can be an intimidating process. My counseling style is conversational in nature and grounded in evidence-based practices recognized by the American Psychological Association. I have experience working with addictions, parenting, grief and loss, end of life, and relationship problems. I see the counseling relationship as sacred, and am grateful for the opportunity to help overcome life challenges. I look forward to speaking with you soon!

Psychologist Shipra Singh providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Shipra Singh

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LPCC 289726
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsCareer difficultiesDepression
15 years offering treatment

I have been practicing in the field of mental health since past 15 years. My personal experience with counseling was that there was a safe and non judgmental space, where someone was ethically and empathically devoted towards helping me find peace from chaos, find answers from the turmoil, and finally feel connected to my own self as a person. My primary modality in therapy sessions involves integrated approach, where in I incorporate Person Centered therapy modality to establish an empathetic, non-judgmental, genuinely caring and therapeutic environment where a person can feel safe, comfortable and supported to open up about their qualms and concerns. The other intervention modalities involve Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapies which facilitate the discussion and solution focused phase in the therapy session. My ideal client is anyone who is struggling with daily life stressors, trying to manage symptoms of clinical/non-clinical depression, and anxiety symptoms, sleep issues, PTSD symptoms, Grief, Self Esteem and Self Confidence issues, Generational Trauma challenges, adjustment issues, struggling in academics, career and relationships. Parenting issues. I also specialize in women mental health, and in supporting Perinatal/PostPartum phase women. Overall my goal is to provide a safe space of therapy which provides support not just for the severe mental health, lifestyle and daily life issues and concerns, but also acts as a space for self care !

Psychologist Marsha Nan Poland Cooper providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Marsha Nan Poland Cooper

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LPCC 104191
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression
9 years offering treatment

Hi Everyone! My name is Marsha Nan Poland Cooper, but please call me Nan. I have been a therapist for several years. I started in a clinic setting and through the clinic, I was a therapist for clients in the school system. I started my private practice five years ago and love working for myself. My BA and MAE degrees are from Western Kentucky University. I believe that clients should have an active role in their sessions. I use CBT quite a bit in therapy, and I like to give homework to clients on occasion.

Psychologist Tammy Adams providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Tammy Adams

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LCSW 252735
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesDepression
17 years offering treatment

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.

Psychologist Sharon Clark providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Sharon Clark

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LCSW 3851
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
22 years offering treatment

Hello! My name is Sharon Clark and I have 20+ years as a therapist. Therapy is a second career for me, so I have the benefit of offering some helpful information about navigating the "real world," and hopefully, you'll learn my experience is not straight out of the textbooks! Over the past years, I have worked with a very diverse population that struggle with unique perspectives on therapy and how it works. I have also worked as a substance abuse counselor if that is area you want to get help with. I can interact with you in whatever manner you choose, but video conferencing is my personal preference as it gives you the opportunity to get to know me and vice versa. I can be flexible to help accommodate your work schedule, school, doctor's appointments etc.

Psychologist Melissa Doll providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Melissa Doll

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LPCC 104449
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changes
16 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Kentucky with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I love to work through challenges using the talents and strengths of my clients, including art, music, writing, and physical activity. 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. 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 Virginia Wade providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Virginia Wade

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LPCC 240635
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteem
14 years offering treatment

As a licensed therapist in Kentucky, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on understanding each person's unique journey, with particular expertise in addressing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma recovery. I offer compassionate, faith-informed counseling that respects individual experiences and values. My practice focuses on helping clients work through communication difficulties, social anxiety, attachment issues, and family dynamics. I'm dedicated to creating a supportive environment where individuals can explore personal growth, heal from past experiences, and develop healthier coping strategies. My therapeutic work draws from evidence-based practices, with a deep commitment to understanding the intricate ways personal history and current challenges intersect. Whether you're struggling with isolation, relationship patterns, or seeking to overcome past hurts, I'm here to walk alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.

Psychologist Amy Brickler providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Amy Brickler

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LPCC 148217
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression
16 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Kentucky with 13 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 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. 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 Michael Shacklette providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Michael Shacklette

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LPCC 283406
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseCoping with life changes
5 years offering treatment

Maybe you are aware of what issues you need help to resolve and are needing help with the next step, maybe you have an “itch” that something is not quite right but you are not sure what direction to take, or maybe you are feeling lost or confused in this adventure we call life. I welcome all to participate in the therapy process regardless of where a person is in that journey. I am honored to meet every person in their current space, whether it means starting with building the beginning steps of insight or continuing work on a long-discovered issue. I have worked with individuals from a variety of backgrounds in various types of settings, ranging from inpatient, the court system, community mental health, and private practice, and have had the pleasure of helping clients with a multitude of issues, including: trauma, EMDR, substance use, depression, anxiety, grief, and marital conflict, etc. I understand that being on the journey of self-discovery can be one of the most challenging journeys that we go on as humans, but I hope that you will recruit me as an ally to walk beside you. I look forward to the privilege of connecting with you and sharing the roads of life as you navigate challenges and obstacles in your soul-searching.

Psychologist Angela Hale providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Angela Hale

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LCSW LCSW00001107
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
3 years offering treatment

I am licensed Kentucky with 3 years of professional work experience. 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.

Psychologist Keri Brockman providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Keri Brockman

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LPCC 103819
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCoping with life changes
18 years offering treatment

Hi everyone! My name is Keri Brockman and I am an LPCC in the state of Kentucky. I have 23 total years if experience in both individual and group therapy, 18 of which I was fully licensed. My background is in community mental health care. I have a Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling from Western Kentucky University. I have experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders as well as many other mental health issues. I also have experience working with relationship and family issues and I have a certificate in Nuturing Parenting. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist April Frazier providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

April Frazier

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LPCC 246405
Mental Wellness Specialties: Trauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
25 years offering treatment

As a licensed therapist serving Kentucky, I bring over two decades of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients cultivate self-love, navigate communication challenges, and discover deeper life purpose. My therapeutic approach is rooted in understanding trauma, building self-esteem, and supporting individuals through significant life transitions. I specialize in working with clients experiencing compassion fatigue, ADHD-related challenges, and those seeking personal growth and healing. With a compassionate, culturally responsive lens, I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, develop resilient coping strategies, and move toward meaningful personal transformation. My work honors each individual's unique journey, offering guidance grounded in empathy, respect, and professional expertise. I am committed to walking alongside my clients, helping them build stronger connections with themselves and others while fostering genuine healing and personal empowerment.

Psychologist Rachael Sholar providing different types of therapy in Houston Acres

Rachael Sholar

Clinician
License Type(s): KY LCSW 259697
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
4 years offering treatment

Hi, I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a licensed therapist in Kentucky, and I work with people who are navigating things like anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction—but more than anything, I work with people, not just diagnoses. I know it can take a lot of courage to even start this process, and I don’t take that lightly. If we work together, you can expect me to show up as a real person. I’ll probably make facial expressions, laugh with you when it’s appropriate, and sit with you in the hard moments too. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to grow. I take a compassionate, evidence-based approach, and I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you better understand how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected. Together, we’ll work on identifying patterns that aren’t serving you and building practical, realistic tools you can actually use in your daily life. I’m also a Christian, and I’m absolutely open to incorporating a faith-based approach into our work if that’s something you’re looking for. You don’t need to have the right words or a clear plan before starting. We’ll figure it out together, one step at a time, at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I’m really looking forward to getting to know you.

Find a Therapist Near You in Houston Acres , Kentucky

Finding a licensed therapist near you in Kentucky can be an important step toward improving your mental health and overall well-being. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress, or major life changes, working with a qualified mental health professional can offer meaningful support.

Kentucky is home to people with diverse mental health needs across urban, suburban, and rural communities. Online therapy makes it easier to connect with a therapist near you without being limited to nearby offices. BetterHelp connects you with licensed therapists authorized to practice in Kentucky, allowing you to attend sessions online from the comfort of your home.

Why work with a licensed therapist near you?

Working with a licensed therapist near you ensures that your provider meets state licensing requirements and professional standards in Kentucky (KY). Licensed therapists use evidence-based approaches to help individuals manage emotional challenges, develop coping skills, and work toward personal goals.

People seek therapy for many reasons. Some are navigating ongoing mental health concerns, while others want guidance during stressful periods or major life transitions. You do not need a mental health diagnosis to work with a therapist. Many individuals seek therapy to improve communication, strengthen relationships, manage stress, or gain greater self-awareness.

Online therapy can be especially helpful for people living across Kentucky, where access to in-person mental health care may vary by location.

What concerns can therapists help with?

Therapists on BetterHelp support adults across Kentucky with a wide range of mental health concerns and life challenges, including:

Therapists use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and other evidence-based methods tailored to individual needs.

Online therapy vs. in-person therapy in Kentucky

When searching for a therapist near me in Kentucky, many people compare online therapy with traditional in-person care. Online therapy offers several potential advantages:

  • Greater accessibility: Attend sessions from anywhere with an internet connection
  • Reduced wait times: Many people are matched in as little as  24-48 hours, faster than typical in-person availability
  • Flexible scheduling: Sessions that fit around work, family, or school commitments
  • Expanded provider options: Access licensed therapists across Kentucky, not just nearby offices

Research shows that online therapy can be effective for many mental health concerns. Online therapy may also reduce barriers such as transportation challenges, long commutes, or limited local availability, especially in larger or more rural counties across Kentucky.

Finding a therapist near me that accepts insurance

Many people looking for a therapist near me in Kentucky want to know whether insurance is an option.

Many providers on BetterHelp now accept major insurance carriers in select states. In many states, certain therapists on BetterHelp may be in-network with specific insurance plans. Coverage depends on your plan, provider, and therapist availability.

When sessions are covered, insured members typically pay an average copay of about $19 per session. Coverage varies by state and provider availability, so it’s important to check your in-network status directly on the BetterHelp site.

If insurance coverage is not available, BetterHelp’s flexible subscription model remains an option, with online therapy typically costing $70 to $100 per week, billed weekly or monthly. Additional discounts or financial aid may also be available for a lower price.

How BetterHelp helps you find the right therapist in Kentucky

BetterHelp simplifies the process of finding a therapist near you in Kentucky without requiring you to search through tons of profiles on your own.

Here’s how it works:

  1. Complete a brief questionnaire about your needs, preferences, and goals
  2. Get matched with a licensed therapist authorized to practice in Kentucky (KY)
  3. Begin online therapy sessions through video, phone, or live chat

BetterHelp works with one of the world’s largest networks of licensed therapists, with over 30,000 qualified providers globally. Many members are matched in as little as 24 to 48 hours, and 93% of user preferences are met during the matching process.

You can request a new therapist at no additional cost if your needs or preferences change.

Therapists near you in Kentucky

Below, you’ll find licensed therapists authorized to provide online therapy to adults across Kentucky, including residents in Houston Acres.

Each provider meets state licensing requirements and has experience supporting clients with a wide range of mental health concerns using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.

Please note: Therapists on BetterHelp in Kentucky do not provide psychiatric medication management or formal diagnoses.

Frequently asked questions about finding a therapist near me

How much does therapy cost near me?

Therapy costs vary depending on provider and location. In-person therapy sessions may cost $100 to $200 or more per session. BetterHelp offers online therapy subscriptions that typically range from $70 to $100 per week, billed weekly or monthly, depending on factors such as location, source, preferences, and therapist availability. Additional discounts or financial aid may also be available for a lower price. BetterHelp now accepts major insurance plans in select states and members pay an average copay of $19 per session. Coverage varies by plan, provider, and therapist availability. You can check coverage on the BetterHelp site.

Does BetterHelp accept insurance?

Yes. Many providers on BetterHelp now accept major insurance carriers in select states. In many states, certain therapists on BetterHelp may be in-network with specific insurance plans. When sessions are covered, insured members typically pay an average copay of about $19 per session. Coverage varies by plan, provider, and therapist availability. You can check coverage on the BetterHelp site.

Is online therapy effective?

Yes. Research shows that online therapy can be effective for many mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship challenges. Online therapy allows you to connect with a licensed therapist without commuting to an office.

Do I need a diagnosis to see a therapist?

No. You do not need a mental health diagnosis to seek therapy. Many people work with a therapist for stress management, relationship concerns, grief, life transitions, or personal growth.

How quickly can I start therapy?

Many people are matched with a licensed therapist in as little as 24 to 48 hours after completing the initial questionnaire. Match times may vary based on preferences and therapist availability.

Can I switch therapists if it’s not the right fit?

Yes. If you feel your therapist is not the right match, you can request to be matched with another licensed provider at no additional cost. You are able to do so through the BetterHelp user portal and select switch therapists if needed.

Is online therapy private and secure?

Online therapy through BetterHelp allows you to communicate with your therapist in a discreet  setting through video, phone, or messaging tools.

Finding therapy with a therapist in Houston Acres can change your life. Expert therapy provides the most valuable insights into managing stress, building resilience, and nurturing emotional growth. With the personalized guidance and compassionate support, from a licensed mental health therapeutic expert serving clients in your area, you can gain therapy tools to overcome life’s obstacles and improve overall well-being. It's beneficial to embrace therapy in order to unlock new paths toward happiness and lasting self-improvement. Experience renewed strength and clarity with BetterHelp online therapy services and therapists. Seeking expert therapeutic guidance from a seasoned therapy counselor can foster resilience and personal growth. Embracing professional therapy allows individuals to address their emotional challenges effectively while gaining theraprutic insight and self-assurance. Therapy enhances overall well-being, inspires healthier relationships, and empowers you to navigate their life's obstacles with renewed clarity and confidence beyond measure.
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