Therapists in Kentucky
Cheryl Wargo
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Frankfort, KY 40601 (Online Only)
Life can be overwhelming at times to manage by all of the expectations and demands placed on us. As a counselor I see my role as helping you gain understanding into the conflict and obstacles weighing down your life. Therapy allows you to identify the problematic patterns of thinking, feeling and behavior that maybe impairing your interpersonal relationships and career. I am an experienced independent licensed counselor (LPCC). I hold a masters degree in community counseling from Kent State University. I have worked with children, adolescent and adults in a variety of settings, private practice, community agencies and hospitals.
Life can be overwhelming at times to manage by all of the expectations and demands placed on us. As a counselor I see my role as helping you gain understanding into the conflict and obstacles weighing down your life. Therapy allows you to identify the problematic patterns of thinking, feeling and behavior that maybe impairing your interpersonal relationships and career. I am an experienced independent licensed counselor (LPCC). I hold a masters degree in community counseling from Kent State University. I have worked with children, adolescent and adults in a variety of settings, private practice, community agencies and hospitals.
I have experience working with adults and children. In my work with children, I have helped families address ADHD, anxiety, adjustment disorders, grief, trauma and attachment concerns. In my work with adults, I have guided persons in working through depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, trauma and relationship concerns. We can work to increase your awareness of the unconscious motivations and historical explanations for your current patterns. We can also utilize techniques to help you change your negative thinking, manage stress, improve your mood, and enhance the quality of your relationships.
I have experience working with adults and children. In my work with children, I have helped families address ADHD, anxiety, adjustment disorders, grief, trauma and attachment concerns. In my work with adults, I have guided persons in working through depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, trauma and relationship concerns. We can work to increase your awareness of the unconscious motivations and historical explanations for your current patterns. We can also utilize techniques to help you change your negative thinking, manage stress, improve your mood, and enhance the quality of your relationships.
Mary A Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paducah, KY 42003
My ideal client is one who does not feel/believe things may never get better with whatever circumstance they are dealing. I have 17 years of mental health counseling experience, 11 of those in private practice. Private practice means I am 100% committed to offer quality services. I always believe my clients lives and well-being will improve, this is my motivation and passion. I am best suited to deal with depression, anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, mood disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, reactive attachment disorder, stressful life situations and changing life circumstances. I see adults and children.
My ideal client is one who does not feel/believe things may never get better with whatever circumstance they are dealing. I have 17 years of mental health counseling experience, 11 of those in private practice. Private practice means I am 100% committed to offer quality services. I always believe my clients lives and well-being will improve, this is my motivation and passion. I am best suited to deal with depression, anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, mood disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, reactive attachment disorder, stressful life situations and changing life circumstances. I see adults and children.
Kingdom Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
My focus is to help clients find hope again and heal with peace in their minds. Depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, trauma and relationship issues can hinder your growth and success. I'll walk alongside of you and utilize appropriate therapy methods in tandem with Biblical principles and Christian faith for a time we determine as appropriate for you. I always hope to provide you a safe space for processing distress and to provide relevant tools you can use for progress. We will work together and customize a treatment plan that fits your personal therapy goals.
My focus is to help clients find hope again and heal with peace in their minds. Depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, trauma and relationship issues can hinder your growth and success. I'll walk alongside of you and utilize appropriate therapy methods in tandem with Biblical principles and Christian faith for a time we determine as appropriate for you. I always hope to provide you a safe space for processing distress and to provide relevant tools you can use for progress. We will work together and customize a treatment plan that fits your personal therapy goals.
I use an eclectic approach to therapy drawing from various theories and evidence based therapy modalities tailored to fit each individual and his/her needs.
I use an eclectic approach to therapy drawing from various theories and evidence based therapy modalities tailored to fit each individual and his/her needs.
Kelly Zent
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40509
Not accepting new clients
Hello, my name is Kelly, and I am a Lexington native serving adult clients in Lexington - welcome to my profile! My hope is to be able to sit with you through whatever challenges you face, then look with you for the way ahead. Mental illness and personal struggles can be a part of the journey of our lives; as part of your journey, I will work alongside you to process those struggles and to assist you in finding the tools you need to cope with those struggles.
Hello, my name is Kelly, and I am a Lexington native serving adult clients in Lexington - welcome to my profile! My hope is to be able to sit with you through whatever challenges you face, then look with you for the way ahead. Mental illness and personal struggles can be a part of the journey of our lives; as part of your journey, I will work alongside you to process those struggles and to assist you in finding the tools you need to cope with those struggles.
Dr. Christian earned her doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Spalding University in 2015 and completed her predoctoral internship at the University of Idaho Counseling & Testing Center. Her clinical interests include psychological assessment of ADHD and Learning Disorders and psychological testing to aid in diagnostic clarification and treatment planning. She is a member of the Kentucky Psychological Association.
Dr. Christian earned her doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Spalding University in 2015 and completed her predoctoral internship at the University of Idaho Counseling & Testing Center. Her clinical interests include psychological assessment of ADHD and Learning Disorders and psychological testing to aid in diagnostic clarification and treatment planning. She is a member of the Kentucky Psychological Association.
Mackenzie Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Thomas, KY 41075
Asking for help can be vulnerable, but here you are! Congratulations on taking a step towards growth and healing. I specialize in helping individuals, from adolescents through adulthood, address cognitive distortions, trauma, communication, anxiety, depression, and family conflicts. With training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), I'm equipped to assist you in processing past traumas and fostering healing. In addition to my expertise in individual therapy, I also have experience in family therapy and crisis intervention.
Asking for help can be vulnerable, but here you are! Congratulations on taking a step towards growth and healing. I specialize in helping individuals, from adolescents through adulthood, address cognitive distortions, trauma, communication, anxiety, depression, and family conflicts. With training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), I'm equipped to assist you in processing past traumas and fostering healing. In addition to my expertise in individual therapy, I also have experience in family therapy and crisis intervention.
Stephanie Knipper
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Stephanie Knipper, MS, LPC , LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Florence, KY 41042
Are you struggling to heal from trauma? Do you feel like you're always on alert, waiting for the other shoe to drop? Do you have gaps in your memory where important moments should be? If so, you’re not alone—more than 70% of adults experience at least one traumatic event in their lifetime. Trauma can cause your brain to perceive threats where none exist, leading to persistent feelings of anxiety, self-doubt, and emotional distress. However, healing is possible!
Are you struggling to heal from trauma? Do you feel like you're always on alert, waiting for the other shoe to drop? Do you have gaps in your memory where important moments should be? If so, you’re not alone—more than 70% of adults experience at least one traumatic event in their lifetime. Trauma can cause your brain to perceive threats where none exist, leading to persistent feelings of anxiety, self-doubt, and emotional distress. However, healing is possible!
B 'n G Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40511
It's tough to be a kid or teen right now and it's tough to parent a kid or teen. The more motivated a young person and their family are to improve, the more successful we are in therapy. It will go best when everyone is (1) honest enough to really get to know themselves, (2) empathetic enough to care about the effects their choices and actions have on others, and (3) brave enough to do things differently so they can feel better, have healthier relationships, and enjoy more successes.
It's tough to be a kid or teen right now and it's tough to parent a kid or teen. The more motivated a young person and their family are to improve, the more successful we are in therapy. It will go best when everyone is (1) honest enough to really get to know themselves, (2) empathetic enough to care about the effects their choices and actions have on others, and (3) brave enough to do things differently so they can feel better, have healthier relationships, and enjoy more successes.
Jessica Bird
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (Online Only)
Building strong relationships with others and with the Self requires effort and understanding, yet despite our best efforts, we can sometimes get stuck in cycles of misunderstanding and frustration. This likely inspired you to venture here today. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, families, and those in ethically non-monogamous (ENM) or kink relationship dynamics work through these stuck points without blaming or pathologizing. My approach is a collaborative journey into individual and relationship issues, sexuality, and sexual concerns, with intimate knowledge and experience in the LGBTQ+, ENM, and Kink communities.
Building strong relationships with others and with the Self requires effort and understanding, yet despite our best efforts, we can sometimes get stuck in cycles of misunderstanding and frustration. This likely inspired you to venture here today. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, families, and those in ethically non-monogamous (ENM) or kink relationship dynamics work through these stuck points without blaming or pathologizing. My approach is a collaborative journey into individual and relationship issues, sexuality, and sexual concerns, with intimate knowledge and experience in the LGBTQ+, ENM, and Kink communities.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, providing compassionate evidence-based treatment to Kentuckians. I utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and a person-centered approach with clients. CBT helps clients gain more understanding of their thoughts and behaviors, as well as change unhelpful thinking patterns that contribute to increased depression, anxiety, and other presenting concerns.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, providing compassionate evidence-based treatment to Kentuckians. I utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and a person-centered approach with clients. CBT helps clients gain more understanding of their thoughts and behaviors, as well as change unhelpful thinking patterns that contribute to increased depression, anxiety, and other presenting concerns.
Anitra Durand-Allen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
Waitlist for new clients
Healthy relationships exist among people and groups who are willing and able to meet each other's needs. In my experience conflict and distress arise when a person's needs are not met. I am committed to helping clients identify, name, and define their needs in order to create better circumstances to achieve them. The specific areas I find most helpful are intrapersonal, relational, and spiritual.
Healthy relationships exist among people and groups who are willing and able to meet each other's needs. In my experience conflict and distress arise when a person's needs are not met. I am committed to helping clients identify, name, and define their needs in order to create better circumstances to achieve them. The specific areas I find most helpful are intrapersonal, relational, and spiritual.
Georgia Dunn
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MAEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511
Georgia B. Dunn, LPCC, is a compassionate therapist dedicated to guiding her clients through life’s challenges. She provides a safe and supportive environment where individuals and families can explore their struggles and discover their inner strength. With a belief that every person is the expert of their own life, Georgia employs therapeutic skills to help her clients find the answers they seek. Specializing in treating anxiety, depression, and traumarelated issues, Georgia is passionate about assisting clients in overcoming obstacles and reclaiming their lives.
Georgia B. Dunn, LPCC, is a compassionate therapist dedicated to guiding her clients through life’s challenges. She provides a safe and supportive environment where individuals and families can explore their struggles and discover their inner strength. With a belief that every person is the expert of their own life, Georgia employs therapeutic skills to help her clients find the answers they seek. Specializing in treating anxiety, depression, and traumarelated issues, Georgia is passionate about assisting clients in overcoming obstacles and reclaiming their lives.
Are you struggling with anxious or depressive symptoms? Are you feeling stuck or discouraged about your career or relationships? Talking with an objective listener can help create the shift you are seeking. I look forward to walking this journey with you - one of honoring your authentic self, accessing your gifts and building a life that feels more grounded in the things that really matter to you.
Are you struggling with anxious or depressive symptoms? Are you feeling stuck or discouraged about your career or relationships? Talking with an objective listener can help create the shift you are seeking. I look forward to walking this journey with you - one of honoring your authentic self, accessing your gifts and building a life that feels more grounded in the things that really matter to you.
Andrea Piazza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shepherdsville, KY 40165
I am aware that navigating one's own path can be difficult at times. Sometimes we seem to lose our way, and hopefully I have the flashlight that can help you find your way back. My experience has been in working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. Families are complicated systems as they are made up of individuals with their own personal needs, views and wants. I believe everyone should be treated with dignity and respect.
I am aware that navigating one's own path can be difficult at times. Sometimes we seem to lose our way, and hopefully I have the flashlight that can help you find your way back. My experience has been in working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. Families are complicated systems as they are made up of individuals with their own personal needs, views and wants. I believe everyone should be treated with dignity and respect.
Barbara Graf
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502
We live in a very fast pace world. Responsibilities, pressure to perform professionally and in the personal level. Success is expected from us in all aspects of our lives at all times. Feelings of depression, anxiety, negative thinking and doubts of ourselves can arise from daily pressure and can lead us to failure in our relationships with others and with the world. If you are experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, family, parenting, intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, traumatic events, goal achievement, life transitions, and making your life purposeful and meaningful, I can help!
We live in a very fast pace world. Responsibilities, pressure to perform professionally and in the personal level. Success is expected from us in all aspects of our lives at all times. Feelings of depression, anxiety, negative thinking and doubts of ourselves can arise from daily pressure and can lead us to failure in our relationships with others and with the world. If you are experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, family, parenting, intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, traumatic events, goal achievement, life transitions, and making your life purposeful and meaningful, I can help!
Felisha Babb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40291 (Online Only)
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My goal is to create a nonjudgmental supportive environment while collaboratively working with my patients as team to assist them with gaining and maintaining emotional stability. I am a client centered therapist with 5 years experience in mental health counseling. I have been successful in using my expertise to understand, assist, and guide clients to learn components of emotional intelligence that they can use to assist them with meeting their behavioral health goals. I am highly accomplished in designing psycho-educational programs that empower clients with self-efficacy.
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My goal is to create a nonjudgmental supportive environment while collaboratively working with my patients as team to assist them with gaining and maintaining emotional stability. I am a client centered therapist with 5 years experience in mental health counseling. I have been successful in using my expertise to understand, assist, and guide clients to learn components of emotional intelligence that they can use to assist them with meeting their behavioral health goals. I am highly accomplished in designing psycho-educational programs that empower clients with self-efficacy.
Jonathan A. Butler
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207
There is so much noise pulling teenagers and individuals toward a false sense of self that they forget what is needed/wanted in the first place. While feeling stuck you want to move forward to experience flourishing and allow the noise to fade away. As the noise subsides you can start taking steps to become the teenager, man, couple, family you know you were meant to become.
There is so much noise pulling teenagers and individuals toward a false sense of self that they forget what is needed/wanted in the first place. While feeling stuck you want to move forward to experience flourishing and allow the noise to fade away. As the noise subsides you can start taking steps to become the teenager, man, couple, family you know you were meant to become.
Nora Gardner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40222
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kentucky and Indiana with nearly a decade of experience working with clients of all ages. I work with children age 4+, teens, and adults. I believe fully in the resilience of each person, and particularly enjoy working with clients who are new to trauma-focused work. I recognize you as the expert on your individual experience and will affirm your knowledge of your own identity and how this shapes the way you move through the world. I am trained in multiple research-supported interventions for clients who have experienced trauma, including TF-CBT for children and teens.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kentucky and Indiana with nearly a decade of experience working with clients of all ages. I work with children age 4+, teens, and adults. I believe fully in the resilience of each person, and particularly enjoy working with clients who are new to trauma-focused work. I recognize you as the expert on your individual experience and will affirm your knowledge of your own identity and how this shapes the way you move through the world. I am trained in multiple research-supported interventions for clients who have experienced trauma, including TF-CBT for children and teens.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Average cost per session
$120
Therapists in Kentucky who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
85% | Depression |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Self Esteem |
66% | Coping Skills |
63% | Relationship Issues |
60% | Stress |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
76% | Aetna |
70% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
60% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Kentucky see their clients
72% | In Person and Online | |
28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Kentucky?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.